Updates to NFPA 25, 2026 Edition

This webinar focuses on the proposed changes to the 2026 edition of NFPA 25, the standard for inspecting, testing, and maintaining water-based fire protection systems. After a brief overview of the NFPA standard development process, the presentation will review the important changes made to the document during the first and second drafts, including insights into the technical committee’s discussions during the meeting and intent.

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this seminar, you should be able to:

1. Investigate the process through which the 2026 edition of NFPA 25 is being developed and approved
2. Identify the key changes proposed in the 2026 edition of NFPA 25 and their relevance to water-based fire protection systems.
3. Describe the rationale behind the updates and their potential impact on inspection, testing, and maintenance practices.

Joshua McDonald, P.E., MSET, CFPS, CWBSP, WBITM, EIT

Joshua McDonald, P.E., MSET, CFPS, CWBSP, WBITM, EIT is the Director of Training and Operations for the American Fire Sprinkler Association. He oversees technical content development and hands-on training for fire protection professionals. With experience in manufacturing and risk engineering, he contributes to NFPA technical committees and UL standard panels, shaping industry codes and product standards. McDonald holds a B.S. in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology and an M.S. in Fire Safety and Explosion Protection from Oklahoma State University. He is a member of NFPA and SFPE.