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AFAA

Automatic Fire Alarm Association

Fire / Life SafetyLast verified May 23, 2026

AFAA is a fire alarm industry trade association focused on technicians, contractors, AHJs, and engineering firms. The association runs technician training, hosts the AFAA-Fl annual conference, advocates on fire-code policy, and operates regional chapters (Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Florida, etc.). Members include alarm contractors, fire marshals, and engineering firms.

Founded

1953

Headquarters

Stevenson, MD, US

Why it matters

If you specialize in commercial fire alarm, AFAA programming is where code interpretation, AHJ relations, and inspection/testing protocols get worked out at the chapter level.

Links

Major conferences

  • AFAA-Fl Annual Conference

Sources

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