Fire Suppression

Arizona Senate Passes PFAS Firefighting Foam Training and Testing Amendments with Public Airport Exception

In April 2026 the Arizona Senate passed amendments to an existing statute on PFAS-containing class B firefighting foams, advancing HB2641 to tighten restrictions on their use in training and testing while carving out a delayed compliance timeline for public airports. The measure would preserve emergency-use and commercial availability of PFAS foams but compel Arizona fire services and airports to phase PFAS foams out of routine training and most testing by the end of this decade, signalling continued but targeted state-level PFAS risk management rather than a full product ban.

22 Apr 2026, 16:51azleg.govUnited States

California Assembly Committee Advances AB 2776 Hazardous Materials Storage Tank Bill to Appropriations

In April 2026, a California Assembly committee unanimously advanced AB 2776, a bill tightening hazardous waste treatment rules, petroleum storage tank requirements, and hazardous gas business-plan thresholds, and sent it to the Appropriations Committee with a consent-calendar recommendation. If enacted, the measure would broaden which California facilities must upgrade tank containment and leak detection, adjust emergency notification triggers for petroleum releases, and expand hazardous gas reporting and emergency planning obligations for sites using medical and industrial gases.

22 Apr 2026, 12:19leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

Florida Senate Bill S1058 on PFAS Cleanup and Class B Firefighting Foam Dies in Committee

Florida’s 2026 PFAS cleanup and Class B firefighting foam bill (SB 1058/HB 855) died in committee on 13 March 2026, so the proposed statewide cleanup targets, liability protections, and PFAS foam-use bans will not proceed this session. For compliance teams, this removes near-term state-level obligations on PFAS cleanup standards and foam phase-outs in Florida, but the failed package still signals likely direction for future PFAS remediation and fire-service legislation.

15 Apr 2026, 13:51flsenate.govUnited States

California Assembly Adopts Amendments to Hazardous Materials Bill AB 2776 at Second Reading

On 26 March 2026 the California Assembly read hazardous materials bill AB 2776 a second time, adopted authors’ amendments, and re-referred it to the Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee. This keeps a broad revision of hazardous waste, petroleum storage and hazardous materials business plan rules moving through the legislature, so California operators handling hazardous materials should monitor the amended text and committee actions for potential changes to storage, reporting and emergency planning obligations.

14 Apr 2026, 15:19clerk.assembly.ca.govUnited States

Japan Consultation On CSCL Technical Standards For PFOS/PFOA/PFHxS Fire Extinguishers

Japan is consulting on mandatory technical standards for fire extinguishers containing PFOS, PFOA, and PFHxS, with implementation expected in June 2026. Affected businesses must formalize handling and storage protocols to comply with updated safety requirements for PFAS-containing firefighting equipment.

1 Apr 2026, 19:13public-comment.e-gov.go.jpJapan

New Jersey DEP and DCA Implement PFAS Firefighting Foam Collection Programme Ahead of 2026 Restriction

New Jersey has launched a statewide collection and destruction program for PFAS-containing firefighting foams ahead of mandatory use bans and manufacturer recalls starting in 2026. Impacted manufacturers and industrial facilities must prepare for mandatory product recalls, transition to fluorine-free alternatives, and comply with strict new storage and reporting requirements to manage liability.

25 Mar 2026, 21:31dep.nj.govUnited States

Havtil Orders ConocoPhillips To Correct Fire-Water Response Times At Ekofisk And Eldfisk

Norway's offshore regulator has issued a formal enforcement order requiring immediate technical corrections to fire-water response systems across major North Sea production fields. This development signals intensified regulatory scrutiny of emergency response performance in aging infrastructure and mandates rigorous technical validation to mitigate major accident risks.

12 Mar 2026, 07:19havtil.noNorway

Japan FDMA Defines Performance Standards For Foam Fire-Extinguishing Equipment In Parking Areas

Japan's Fire and Disaster Management Agency has implemented mandatory performance standards for foam fire-extinguishing systems in parking facilities as of March 2026. Manufacturers and facility operators must ensure equipment meets these technical benchmarks to maintain compliance and secure fire safety certifications for building operations.

12 Mar 2026, 05:00kanpo.go.jpJapan

Louisiana SB 375 – Clarifies Definitions for Testing and Training With Class B Firefighting Foam Containing Fluorinated Organic Chemicals

Louisiana SB 375 proposes to expand the definitions of testing and training for PFAS-containing firefighting foams, effective August 2026. This change broadens the scope of existing discharge restrictions, requiring facilities to re-evaluate compliance protocols for equipment maintenance, drills, and system acceptance testing.

6 Mar 2026, 13:13legis.la.govUnited States

South Korea: HFC Classifications and Transition Schedules

South Korea has established a mandatory phased transition schedule for hydrofluorocarbons, imposing strict global warming potential limits on cooling and fire-safety equipment starting in 2027. Manufacturers must overhaul product designs and supply chains to adopt low-global-warming alternatives across refrigeration, automotive, and stationary air-conditioning portfolios to maintain market access.

5 Mar 2026, 12:07me.go.krSouth Korea

California Assembly Bill 2776 Would Revise Hazardous Waste and Petroleum Storage Tank Rules

California proposed legislation to simplify hazardous waste compaction rules while significantly tightening reporting and containment requirements for petroleum storage tanks. Operators must prepare for expanded secondary containment mandates and lower reporting thresholds for petroleum releases and industrial gas inventories.

2 Mar 2026, 11:57leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

US OSHA Consults on Expanding FM Approvals NRTL Recognition and Adding FM 1035 Nitrogen Generators Test Standard

OSHA proposes expanding FM Approvals' recognition to include safety testing for nitrogen generators under the FM 1035 standard. This expansion increases certification options for manufacturers and reinforces standardized safety requirements for industrial nitrogen generation systems.

12 Feb 2026, 14:36federalregister.govUnited States

US PHMSA Proposes Hazardous Materials Harmonization With International Standards (HM-215R)

US PHMSA is proposing to align domestic hazardous materials regulations with the latest international standards, with a public comment period open until April 13, 2026. This update will streamline global supply chains and reduce compliance complexity for manufacturers of batteries, specialty chemicals, and electronic components.

12 Feb 2026, 14:33govinfo.govUnited States

BSI Opens Public Comment On Draft BS 9990 For Non-Automatic Firefighting Systems In Buildings

BSI has issued a draft update to BS 9990 regarding non-automatic firefighting systems, with the public consultation period running until April 5, 2026. Organizations should assess the proposed changes to design and maintenance standards for fire mains to ensure alignment with evolving building safety expectations and compliance requirements.

11 Feb 2026, 14:30standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.comUnited Kingdom

UNECE WP.29 Proposes New UN Regulation On Engine Fire Suppression Systems

UNECE is proposing a new UN Regulation to mandate uniform technical standards and type-approval for Engine Fire Suppression Systems in dangerous goods vehicles by March 2026. Manufacturers of ADR-compliant vehicles and fire safety components must prepare for rigorous new performance testing and mandatory fire hazard analysis to ensure market access for heavy-duty transport.

27 Jan 2026, 12:53documents.un.orgGlobal

IMO SOLAS II‑2 Fire Safety Rules For Vehicle, Special Category And Ro‑Ro Spaces Enter Into Force

New IMO SOLAS fire safety standards for vehicle and ro-ro spaces entered into force in January 2026, mandating advanced detection and monitoring systems. Operators must ensure immediate compliance for newbuilds and schedule mandatory retrofits for existing passenger vessels by 2028 to maintain global market access.

13 Jan 2026, 11:18wwwcdn.imo.orgGlobal

IMO PFOS Fire-Extinguishing Media Ban Enters Into Force Under SOLAS And HSC Codes

A global ban on PFOS-containing fire-extinguishing media for ships and high-speed craft took effect on 1 January 2026 under SOLAS and HSC Codes. Maritime operators must transition to PFOS-free alternatives for newbuilds and ensure the phased removal of legacy foams during upcoming surveys to maintain vessel certification and mitigate environmental liability.

13 Jan 2026, 11:18wwwcdn.imo.orgGlobal

EU Prepares IMO SSE 12 Submission To Prohibit PFAS In Ship Fire-Extinguishing Media Under SOLAS II-2

The European Union is coordinating a global proposal to prohibit PFAS in shipboard fire-extinguishing systems under the SOLAS Convention starting in early 2026. This move accelerates the phase-out of fluorinated foams in the maritime sector and necessitates immediate strategic review of fire suppression procurement and compliance for international shipping.

22 Dec 2025, 13:10data.consilium.europa.euEuropean UnionGlobal

UK Extends Halon 1211 Derogations for Defence and Loganair Aircraft

The UK has extended critical use exemptions for Halon 1211 in aircraft fire extinguishers, providing specific compliance windows for commercial and defense fleets through 2040. These extensions offer a necessary operational buffer but signal the final phase of halon use, necessitating urgent investment in alternative fire suppression technologies to ensure long-term fleet viability.

8 Dec 2025, 16:05legislation.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

New Listings and Use Conditions for Refrigerants Under SNAP Program

The US EPA has proposed new and updated SNAP listings for refrigerants and fire suppressants to align with the latest safety standards and climate targets. Manufacturers must prepare for mandatory equipment redesigns, labeling requirements, and compliance with UL 60335-2-40 to maintain market access for cooling and fire suppression products.

26 Nov 2025, 08:32eping.wto.orgUnited States