Our Mission Statement
To be the foremost industry advocate organization dedicated to improving the quality, reliability and value of Fire and Life-Safety Systems.
Our Vision Statement
The AFAA mission is accomplished by focusing activity in the following areas:
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Developing and delivering high quality training and educational programs
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Promoting code compliant installations
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Advocating thorough and proper inspection and tests
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Working with legislative bodies in the development of ordinances
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Promoting automatic fire detection as an integral part of a balanced fire protection solution
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Supporting competency for designers, technicians, and testing personnel
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Increasing public awareness of benefits and importance of fire and life-safety systems
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Advancing the cause of automatic fire alarm system reliability
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Gaining respect from all involved with Codes and Standards as an entity that supports “doing the right thing”.
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Enhancing the fire alarm industry through professional training and educational programs
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Protecting the fire alarm industry from erosion by other interests
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Working to synergize efforts with other industry segments and organizations (NEMA, SFPE, NFPA, NICET, NFSA, AFSA, FSSA, etc.)
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Promoting the proper application of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to reduce residential fire deaths