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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

The NFPA publishes and administers the development of codes, standards, and other materials concerning all aspects of fire safety for the United States. The NFPA is internationally recognized as a definitive fire protection authority.

Non-latching

Not locked on. A non-latching device will activate and reset itself to normal according to its own input condition.

Normal Standby Condition

The ready-to-operate condition existing prior to the activation of the system or device.

Nuisance Alarm

An unwanted alarm caused by everyday events such as cooking, cigarette smoke, dust, insects, etc.

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