Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association joins NFPA to establish EIS Affiliate Chapter

QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association announced that the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association has been designated as its latest Electrical Inspection Section Affiliate Chapter (EIS).

Through its affiliation with NFPA, the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association will support the state’s electrical inspection community, providing education, training, and opportunities for professional connection.

“NFPA is pleased to welcome the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association as an EIS Affiliate Chapter,” said Tim McClintock, NFPA lead regional electrical specialist and executive secretary of the Electrical Inspection Section. “This partnership strengthens collaboration between NFPA and the Arkansas electrical enforcement community, enabling us to address emerging electrical safety issues together and reinforce our shared commitment to community safety.”  

McClintock added, “Effective electrical inspection programs are critical to protecting people and property and ensuring compliance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC) and other codes and standards. The establishment of an NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapter supports electrical inspection professionals responsible for understanding the NEC and how its requirements are applied, while recognizing their unique perspectives and maintaining the independence of the electrical inspection community.”

The Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association joins a growing group of electrical inspector organizations nationwide that have formed NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapters, including associations in Alabama, Colorado, Kentucky, Maryland, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, and Rhode Island. The chapters reflect NFPA’s continued efforts to expand support for electrical professionals across the U.S.  

“Electrical inspections serve as a cornerstone of community safety and the effective enforcement of the National Electrical Code,” said Michael Archdeacon, president of the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association. “The establishment of the Arkansas EIS Affiliate Chapter signifies our steadfast commitment to advancing education, fostering collaboration, and promoting professional excellence. In partnership with NFPA, we are dedicated to addressing the evolving demands of electrical safety and further strengthening our impact throughout the state of Arkansas.”

Electrical inspection members of an NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapter may be eligible for the NFPA Electrical Inspection Membership, which automatically includes membership in the NFPA Electrical Inspection Section. Benefits include participation in the code development process, access to specialized programming and resources, training on code changes, events, and more.

For professionals interested in establishing an NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapter, engaging with an existing local chapter, and for more information about NFPA Electrical Inspection Membership and the NFPA Electrical Inspection Section, please visit the website.