NFPA to lead Day 2 agenda at Fire and Rescue Conference, Intersec 2025
Iain Hoey
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NFPA to examine Grenfell and its lessons for fire safety leadership
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), in partnership with Intersec, will host Day 2 of the Fire and Rescue Conference on 15 January 2025.
According to the NFPA, the agenda will focus on emerging technologies and automation to modernise international life safety systems.
The conference will explore the lessons from the Grenfell Tower tragedy, highlighting failures in building design, safety protocols, and regulatory oversight.
Reinforcing building safety through technology and compliance
As reported by the NFPA, discussions will include the integration of modern technologies such as AI to enhance early hazard detection and response times.
Case studies will outline improvements in fire suppression, emergency evacuation, and fire-resistant materials for high-rise structures.
The event will also highlight strategies to transform compliance frameworks and boost firefighter safety through advanced systems.
Key topics and real-world case studies
Conference sessions will feature a range of topics, including:
- The Grenfell Tower incident and its impact on advancing fire safety practices.
- The role of automation in enhancing safety in high-risk industries like oil and gas.
- Applications of AI in civil protection for better disaster response.
Other sessions will focus on emergency preparedness, IoT in smart buildings, and the importance of the NFPA Fire and Life Safety Ecosystem.
Hands-on workshops and advanced fire safety training
Participants can engage in a hands-on simulation workshop showcasing the use of VR and AR in fire safety training.
These workshops aim to provide practical insights into emergency response and crisis management through innovative tools.
Attendees will also learn how IoT technologies are transforming fire prevention and protection in smart buildings.
NFPA to host Day 2 of Fire and Rescue Conference at Intersec 2025: Summary
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will lead the Day 2 agenda at the Fire and Rescue Conference during Intersec 2025, held on 15 January in Dubai.
The agenda will explore critical lessons from the Grenfell Tower tragedy, focusing on modernising safety standards and technologies for fire prevention and response.
Key topics include automation, AI applications, compliance frameworks, and innovations in fire-resistant materials.
The event will feature hands-on workshops, real-world case studies, and sessions on IoT in smart buildings.
This collaboration aims to advance fire and life safety globally by integrating modern technologies and strengthening compliance standards.
