Overview of NFPA 110
Learn more about the requirements of NFPA 110 and best practices for the installation and ongoing performance of backup power systems to ensure that they are able to provide a reliable source of electrical power in an emergency.
 
We have put together a collection of maintenance and testing schedules, forms and logs to help keep you in compliance with NFPA 110 recordkeeping rules. NFPA 110 Section 8.5 requires that records shall be be created and maintained for all EPSS inspections, operational tests, exercising, repairs, and modifications, and that these records shall be available to the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) on request.
To learn more about Emergency Power System Maintenance Best Practices or for assistance in developing your EPSS maintenance and testing plan:
Watch this mtu 3,250 kW generator set start and assume full rated load in one step, in less than 10 seconds, as required by NFPA 110 Type 10.
Learn more about the requirements of NFPA 110 and best practices for the installation and ongoing performance of backup power systems to ensure that they are able to provide a reliable source of electrical power in an emergency.
Learn more about what is covered by NFPA 110, who enforces compliance, and official definitions of terms used throughout the standard.
Learn more about the classes and types of Emergency Power Supply Systems (EPSSs) and how to apply the requirements of NFPA 110 for the application.
Learn more about the NFPA 110 requirements for specifying generator sets and accessories used to generate backup electrical power in an emergency.
Learn more about the performance requirements of transfer switches under NFPA 110
Learn more about the installation requirements for EPSSs and the environmental conditions that may affect its performance in an emergency.
Learn more about the NFPA 110 acceptance testing requirements for EPSS installations in new and existing buildings.
Learn more about the requirements for performing maintenance and operational testing under NFPA 110 to ensure that reliable standby power will be available when needed.
Learn more about the publications referenced within NFPA 110 and additional information references to help achieve compliance with the standard.
Learn more about the terminology, official definitions, and technical terms used throughout NFPA 110.