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Help reduce risks to power systems with the 2022 edition of NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems.

Provide backup power systems users can trust and help protect people and property by using the updated requirements in NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems. Readiness of emergency power in the case of disruption of the normal utility supply is a vital consideration in safeguarding building occupants. Unfortunately, poor installation, planning, and maintenance practices are all common causes of emergency power supply system (EPSS) failure.

Improve occupant safety and help ensure systems are correctly installed, tested, and maintained.

Comprehensive coverage in NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems, addresses the following:

Power sourcesTransfer equipmentControlsSupervisory equipmentRelated electrical and mechanical auxiliary and accessory equipment needed to supply electrical power to the load terminals of the transfer equipment

Compliance with the updated standard can help save money by extending the life of the power system through proper care.

Important changes in the 2022 edition can help you avoid errors and oversights. This edition introduces requirements for fuel cell systems used for Level 1 or Level 2 standby power. The fuel cell performance requirements parallel the performance requirements for generator sets.

Annex information was added to the updated edition to help users by providing:

Explanation for understanding fuel quality issuesAssistance in identifying applicable standards and types of tests availableGuidance on how to mitigate deficiencies

This standard has the latest coverage for designers, engineers, contractors, installers, and facility managers of any building that requires a backup generator or similar emergency system according to NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, or another code. Users in multiple fields can stay informed on the latest requirements and help avoid EPSS failure by staying up to date with the new edition of the standard.

Order the 2022 edition of NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems, today to help ensure every EPSS is compliant and ready to go when called upon. (Print, 48 pp., 2022)

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Published: 04/08/2021 Number of Pages: 48