Which organization establishes the Life Safety Code?

• A. Joint Commission
• B. Centers for Disease Control
• C. American Medical Association
• D. National Fire Protection Association

Answer: (D)

The Life Safety Code is established by the National Fire Protection Association, which publishes NFPA 101—the standard that outlines fire and life safety requirements for buildings and facilities. This code covers areas like means of egress, fire protection features, and general safety for occupants, and it’s widely adopted by authorities having jurisdiction to enforce minimum safety standards in places such as hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

The other organizations serve different roles: the Joint Commission accredits and certifies healthcare organizations but does not publish the Life Safety Code itself; the Centers for Disease Control focuses on disease prevention and control; the American Medical Association is a professional body governing medical practice and ethics.