Is a "shall" in an NFPA a must or is it not compulsory ? 2

[PeterStahl]

Hello,

I was asked this question as the NFPA uses quite often a "shall".
How do/would you handle this topic?

 

[TravisMack]

Shall is required. Should is a suggestion.

From Webster's Dictionary: used to express a command or exhortation



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[PeterStahl]

Thanks for the good answer!

 

[fireguy519345]

"Shall" is also found in "Definitions" in various NFPA Standards, i.e. 10, 13, 25, 72

 

[PeterStahl]

Sometimes the most obvious things dont get into mind. Thanks for that hint!

 

[TravisMack]

It happens to all of us during this time of the year. No worries.

Merry Christmas!!

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[PEDARRIN2]

Just remember that a lot of NFPA content are standards which do not become requirements unless the prevailing building/fire code references the section and the year in their documents.

So, in that case, "shall" may or may not mean anything.

 

[stevenal]

There is such a thing as voluntary compliance. If compliance is claimed, then the shalls shall be met.