SFPE
Central Ohio CHAPTER
Welcome to the Central Ohio Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection.
Upcoming Events
Chapter Meeting - Septembver 13, 2023
Location: TAT Ristorante – 1210 James Rd. Columbus, OH 43227
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Chris McCarthy - Edwards
Topic: New UL 268 7th Edition – Smoke Detector Standard
The changes in this edition standard are major in scope, most notably the addition of three new fire tests:
• Detection of flaming polyurethane foam
• Detection of smoldering polyurethane foam
• Reduction of nuisance alarms
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Time: Registration 11:15 – 11:30 am
Lunch at 11:45 am
Program 12:00 pm
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TAT Ristorante – 1210 James Rd. Columbus, OH 43227
Contact: Bob Fischer
440-463-0720
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Reservation Deadline: Friday, September 8, 2023
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Upcoming Chapter Meetings
November 8, 2023
January 10, 2023
March 13, 2023
May 12, 2023
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Burn Center Outing - September 25, 2023
LATEST NEWS
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The 2023 Burn Center outing will be held on September 25, 2023. For more information on the outing, visit our Burn Center Outing page.
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The latest edition of our Fire Bucket Newsletter is now available. Click here.
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The Board of the Central Ohio Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers voted to donate a total of $36,000.00 ($18,000 each) to the Burn Programs at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital!
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Our MISSION
The Society of Fire Protection Engineers defines, develops, and advances the use of engineering best practices; expands the scientific and technical knowledge base; and educates the global fire safety community to reduce fire risks.