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title: "What Is NFPA 101 (NFPA 101 Life Safety Code)? | Calibre Glossary"
description: "NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code, sets minimum requirements for building design, construction, operation and maintenance to protect occupants from fire and."
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# NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)

NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code, sets minimum requirements for building design, construction, operation and maintenance to protect occupants from fire and similar emergencies.

## Why it matters

It covers exits, alarms, sprinklers, fire-rated construction and emergency lighting. Local adoption varies by jurisdiction. Healthcare, assisted living and assembly uses often face stricter requirements.

Source: [nfpa.org](https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-101-standard-development/101)

## Where we discuss it

-   [Assisted Living Facility Due Diligence: A Full-Scope Guide](https://calibre.multisites.ai/cre-inspector-insights/assisted-living-facility-due-diligence)

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