CNYSHE; Monthly Chapter Luncheon; Sherman Engineering Company

“NFPA 99 (2024) Code Changes & The Role of the Responsible Facility Authority”

This presentation is an overview of significant changes introduced in the 2024 edition of NFPA 99, with a particular focus on the clarified and expanded responsibilities of the Responsible Facility Authority. Participants will gain insight into compliance strategies, practical applications of new code language, and real-world pitfalls to avoid during design, installation, and maintenance of piped gas systems.

· Overview of major NFPA 99 (2024) updates

· Understanding the new RFA responsibilities

· Key compliance pitfalls and how to avoid them

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the major changes in NFPA 99 (2024) for medical gas systems.

2. Explain the role and responsibilities of the Responsible Facility Authority.

3. Recognize common compliance issues and how to avoid them.

4. Apply updated code requirements to facility planning and maintenance.

Presented by: Joe Elward

Joe Elward is a sales executive at Sherman Engineering Company, specializing in compressed air, vacuum, and piped medical and laboratory gas systems. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in medical gas verification, compliance, and system design, he has been directly involved in a wide range of medical gas projects, from small repairs to full hospital installations.

Joe holds multiple ASSE medical gas certifications, including the 6020 (Inspector), 6030 (Verifier), 6035 (Bulk Verifier), 6040 (Maintenance), and 6060 (Designer). In his role at Sherman Engineering, he works closely with engineers, contractors, and facility managers to ensure the proper design, installation, and compliance of medical and laboratory gas systems across New York and Pennsylvania.

Contact Information:

Joe Elward

The Sherman Engineering Company

1830 County Line Road, Unit 303

Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

CELL 607-661-9178

EMAIL [email protected]

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