Northwest Automatic Fire Alarm Association upcoming events

NWAFAA Fall Training Day 3 - Fire Alarm Installation — Project Management 101 (Thursday, November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Fire Alarm Installation
Project Management 101

0.8 ICC Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Day 3 of 3 for the 2026 NWAFAA Fall Training Program

Lunch Included. Please register using the attendee's email address so lunch selections and event communications can be sent directly to the student.

Recommended for fire alarm contractors, inspectors, AHJs, technicians, engineers, project managers, and fire protection professionals involved in inspection, testing, maintenance, and code compliance.

Practical instruction on managing fire alarm projects from award through acceptance.

Course Topics

Project lifecycle overview
Reading plans and specifications
Trade coordination
Submittals and approval workflows
Inspection readiness and pre-test procedures
Punch list and closeout documentation

Instructor

Joseph Cervantes is a nationally recognized authority on fire alarm and life safety codes, with nearly 30 years of experience spanning system design, construction fire safety, emergency communications, inspections, testing, and standards development. His work focuses on translating complex code language into defensible, real-world execution for agencies, engineers, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Joseph is an active contributor to multiple NFPA and ICC technical committees and working groups, including long-term involvement with NFPA 72 and construction fire safety provisions. He has participated in the last several code cycles and regularly advises on code intent, enforcement alignment, and risk-based compliance strategies. His experience includes large-scale commercial projects, renovations, high-risk construction environments, and post-incident investigations.

As the founder of Cervantes Consulting LLC, Joseph provides executive-level advisory services, technical training, and expert guidance focused on compliance integrity, liability reduction, and defensible decision-making. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and training events, known for delivering practical insight that bridges the gap between written code and field reality.

At Northwest AFAA, Joseph will present on NFPA 72, Chapter 14, offering a focused, technical examination of inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements, common misapplications, evolving expectations, and how Chapter 14 is increasingly relied upon for enforcement, system performance validation, and legal defensibility.

Joseph serves as:

Principal - NFPA 915 Committee, Standard for Remote Inspections

Principal - NFPA 72, CH 24 – Emergency Communications

VP of the Board for the California Automatic Fire Alarm Association (CAFAA)

Member of the Southern California Fire Prevention Officers Fire Equipment and Devices Committee

California Fire Alarm Advisory Committee

Committee Chair of the adoption of Chapters 6-13 of the IEBC in California.

Member TG – NFPA 72 SIG-FUN – Construction Fire Protection Systems

Member TG – IFC CH 33 ’21, ‘24, ’27.

November 2026 Board of Directors Meeting (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly board meeting at
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue in Wilsonville

Link to meeting Notes

Date, Time and Location change!

TVF&R Station 56 & South Operating Center
8445 SW Elligsen Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070
November 10, 2026, 11:00 AM

Tentative Agenda items

Financial Report - Gary Youngberg

NW Fire & Security Expo 2027

Date: May 19, 2027 (Date change!!)

Location: Double Tree

Kick-off meeting with ASIS report from October 16

Fall Training with Joseph Cervantes

Report from last week

Member meeting and training November 10, after this meeting

Membership Approval

Please use the registration option through this invite if you are attending or not.

Thank you and I hope to see you there!

Gert Zoutendijk

Member Meeting and Training (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Join us on November 10, 2026 starting at 11:30 AM for our member meeting and training held at TVF&R Station 56 and South Operating Center, 8445 SW Elligsen Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070.

We will be holding our monthly board meeting before the meeting.

Make sure and register through the website so we can get an accurate count for lunch. As a reminder, we now have a membership fee that covers the meeting lunches and discounted training cost for the fall trainings.

If you are bringing a guest, please register them as well.

Fall Training – November 3–5

Registration is still open for our three-day Fall Training with Joseph Cervantes at Clackamas Community College in Wilsonville. Each day offers a different course, with ICC continuing education credits and lunch included. Visit our website for course details and registration.

Training Presentation

NFPA 72 Update: 2025 and 2022 Editions

Presented by Greg Rogers, NFPA

Join us for an overview of the significant changes to NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, in the 2022 and 2025 editions. This presentation will highlight important updates and their practical impact on fire alarm system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance.

Topics include:

New cybersecurity requirements for fire alarm systems
Changes to smoke detection, notification, and signaling
Updated battery and power supply requirements
Fuel gas and carbon monoxide detection updates
New requirements for auxiliary service providers
Understanding and applying the latest code revisions

This presentation is intended for fire alarm professionals, contractors, designers, inspectors, AHJs, and others involved in fire protection and life safety.

About the Presenter – Greg Rogers

Greg Rogers is a retired Deputy Fire Chief and current Regional Director for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). His career spans more than 30 years in the fire service, including leadership positions with South Kitsap Fire and Rescue and Spokane Valley Fire Department in Washington.

Greg has developed and delivered training nationwide on fire codes, inspections, investigations, and community risk reduction. He has held numerous leadership positions, including Chair of the IAFC Fire and Life Safety Section, Commissioner with the Center for Public Safety Excellence, and President of the Washington State Association of Fire Marshals. His work in fire and life safety has also received international recognition.

Thank you and I hope to see you there!

Gert Zoutendijk, President

2027 Northwest Fire & Security Expo (Wednesday, May 19, 2027)

Wed, 19 May 2027 15:00:00 GMT

EXHIBIT. SPONSOR. CONNECT.

18th Annual Northwest Fire & Security Expo

Wednesday, May 19, 2027
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

The Northwest Automatic Fire Alarm Association (NWAFAA), in partnership with ASIS International Columbia River Chapter, invites you to participate in the 18th Annual Northwest Fire & Security Expo.

This one-day event brings together fire alarm and security professionals, AHJs, engineers, contractors, integrators, and industry leaders from across the Pacific Northwest for education, networking, and an opportunity to explore the latest products and technologies.

Whether you're showcasing your company's solutions or looking to expand your industry connections, the Expo offers valuable opportunities to engage with the professionals who influence purchasing decisions and shape our industry.

Exhibitor & Sponsorship Registration
Opens December 1, 2026

General Attendee Registration
Opens February 1, 2027

General admission is free. Educational program details will be announced as they become available.

EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Standard Exhibitor Space — $825

Showcase your products and services while connecting with AHJs, contractors, engineers, integrators, facility managers, and industry professionals.

Includes: One 6-foot skirted table, two chairs, and electrical power.

Premium Exhibit Spaces: Select locations may accommodate larger displays with additional tables and increased visibility. Contact NWAFAA before registering to discuss availability and arrangements. Additional booth fees apply.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Increase your company's visibility through our sponsorship opportunities. All five sponsorships below include an exhibitor booth.

Expo Sponsor — $1,500

Event-wide recognition through logo placement on Expo signage and promotional materials, along with acknowledgment during the program.

✓ Exhibitor booth included

After-Hours Networking Sponsor — $2,500

Exclusive sponsorship of the networking event, including signage at the bar area, verbal recognition, and logo placement in event materials.

✓ Exhibitor booth included

Expo Lunch Sponsor — $2,500

Exclusive sponsorship of the Expo luncheon, including prominent lunch-area signage, verbal recognition, and logo placement in event materials.

✓ Exhibitor booth included

Education Partner — Fire Alarm Track — $2,000

Exclusive sponsorship of the Fire Alarm education track, with training-room signage, recognition before sessions, and logo placement in event materials.

✓ Exhibitor booth included

Education Partner — Security Track — $2,000

Exclusive sponsorship of the Security education track, with training-room signage, recognition before sessions, and logo placement in event materials.

✓ Exhibitor booth included

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIPS

Exclusive branding opportunities. Exhibitor booth space is not included and must be purchased separately if desired.

Official Expo Lanyard Sponsor — $1,500

Company name printed on approximately 300 attendee lanyards, plus recognition on the Expo website, event program, and promotional materials. Lanyards are provided by the Expo. Company name imprint only; logos not included.

Official Breakfast Sponsor — $750

Exclusive sponsorship of the morning breakfast service, including signage at the breakfast area and logo recognition in event materials.

Official Morning Break Sponsor — $500

Exclusive morning refreshment break sponsorship, including signage at the refreshment station and logo recognition in event materials.

Official Afternoon Break Sponsor — $500

Exclusive afternoon refreshment break sponsorship, including signage at the refreshment station and logo recognition in event materials.

Free Admission - Free Lunch - Free Parking

For more information, email us.