What does NFPA 25 primarily cover?

NFPA 25, which stands for the National Fire Protection Association Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, primarily focuses on the maintenance and testing protocols for various types of fire protection systems, including fire pumps. Fire pumps are critical components that ensure adequate water supply for fire sprinklers and standpipe systems during a fire event. The standard outlines the specific procedures for testing and inspecting these pumps to ensure they function effectively when needed.

While NFPA 25 does address aspects related to sprinkler systems and standpipe systems, as well as how they may interact with fire pumps, its main objective is to ensure proper functionality and reliability of fire pumps, making the comprehensive maintenance and testing requirements essential for overall fire protection strategies. Fire extinguisher maintenance is governed by a different NFPA standard, specifically NFPA 10, which deals exclusively with portable fire extinguishers.