NFPA 420 focuses on fire safety and addressing hazards in cannabis facilities. By Shereen Hashem May 20, 2021 The NFPA Standards Council has approved the development of NFPA 420: Standard on Fire Protection of Cannabis Growing and Processing Facilities. Fires occurred at cannabis facilities in the recent years; the new standard was created to give clear guidance for facilities that produce, process and extract cannabis. “With the rapid legalization of medical and/or recreational use of cannabis throughout the U.S. and the exponential growth of cannabis facilities around the globe, developing provisions that minimize fire and associated risks for facility staff and first responders - as well as nearby structures and occupants - is critical to safety,” said Kristin Bigda, technical lead of building and life safety at NFPA.