Compliance bodies and overseeing organizations

ASME — American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Develops safety codes for elevators and escalators, including ASME A17.1. Provides resources on code standards, technical publications, and certifications. ASME A17.1 mandates emergency communication systems in every elevator cab.

NEII — National Elevator Industry, Inc.

Promotes safety and code compliance in the elevator industry. Offers resources on the latest industry standards and legislative developments, including state-specific codes.

NAEC — National Association of Elevator Contractors

Offers education, certification, and advocacy for the elevator industry, with useful resources for contractors and property owners and managers.

BOMA — Building Owners and Managers Association

Provides resources for property owners and managers, including building codes, compliance best practices, and building safety standards, such as elevator safety.

ICC — International Code Council

Develops model codes and standards including elevator safety regulations. Publishes the International Building Code (IBC), frequently cited for building and elevator safety, and the International Fire Code (IFC) adopted by many local jurisdictions.

OSHA — Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Sets safety regulations for various industries including elevator maintenance and fire safety. Covers key safety aspects for technicians and maintenance workers. Also sets guidelines on fire safety and emergency action plans for commercial buildings.

NFPA — National Fire Protection Association

Publishes NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, which covers requirements for elevator emergency communication systems, fire alarm installation, maintenance, testing, and inspection.

ADA — Americans with Disabilities Act

Elevator emergency phones must meet ADA accessibility requirements, including visual indicators such as flashing lights and audio confirmation signals to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Elevator World

Leading publication in the elevator industry offering news, technical articles, safety updates, and product reviews covering compliance topics and regulation changes in the vertical transportation industry. Ooma AirDial won the Elevator World Ellies Award for Best Communication System.

NFPA — National Fire Protection Association

Publishes NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, covering installation, maintenance, testing, and inspection of fire alarms. NFPA 72 Chapter 26 governs the communication path between a fire alarm panel and its central monitoring station. NFPA 72 requires fire alarm communication paths to use an MFVN.

BOMA — Building Owners and Managers Association

Provides resources for property owners and managers, including building codes, compliance best practices, and building safety standards on fire safety and fire alarm panel compliance.

OSHA — Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Sets guidelines on fire safety and emergency action plans for workplaces, as well as fire alarm requirements for commercial buildings.

ICC — International Code Council

Develops model codes and standards and provides access to the International Fire Code (IFC), often adopted by local jurisdictions.

NFSA — National Fire Sprinkler Association

Provides resources on fire alarm systems that integrate with sprinkler systems.

UL — Underwriters Laboratories

AirDial has been certified by independent third-party testing firms for UL 864 (control units and fire alarms) and UL 62368-1 (safety requirements for electrical and electronic equipment).

AHJ — Authority Having Jurisdiction

The local fire marshal, building inspector, or equivalent official with final approval authority over any fire alarm communication path and replacement solution. AirDial supports flexible communication pathways as specified or tolerated by the AHJ.

HHS / OCR — Office of Civil Rights Under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Allows faxing of Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA, but requires organizations to implement reasonable safeguards, including recipient verification, secure access, cover sheets with confidentiality disclaimers, and incident response.

HIPAA — Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

AirDial, when paired with analog fax machines, can help organizations remain compliant with HIPAA since patient information is encrypted and never crosses the public internet.

FTC — Federal Trade Commission

Role in fax compliance focuses on consumer protection and data security. Can investigate, enforce, and penalize companies if faxing practices expose consumer information, lack reasonable security safeguards, or involve deceptive claims about how faxed data is protected.

FCC — Federal Communications Commission

Enforces TCPA junk fax rules that regulate unsolicited fax advertisements, consent requirements, and opt-out procedures. Also recognized the copper transition in a 2019 order removing carrier obligations for legacy POTS services.

AHJ — Local Authority Having Jurisdiction

AHJs oversee building entry systems as they affect life safety, egress, and emergency access. They enforce adopted codes and determine whether entry systems meet local safety and compliance requirements.

DOJ — U.S. Department of Justice

Has jurisdiction over building entry systems through its enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which requires public and commercial facilities to provide accessible entrances and communication for people with disabilities.

Building Inspectors and Code Enforcement Officials

Oversee building entry systems as they affect life safety, egress, and accessibility. Their authority comes from adopted building and fire codes that require entry systems to operate safely during emergencies.

State Fire Marshals and State Building Authorities

Approve equipment, issue state-specific certifications, and establish requirements that local inspectors must follow, often applying stricter standards for systems that impact emergency access, evacuation, and public safety.

NFPA — National Fire Protection Association

Sets requirements for emergency unlocking, fire alarm integration, and reliable emergency communication that are enforced by local authorities. NFPA 72 explicitly covers Emergency Communication Systems, including analog or digital call-box and phone-based emergency communications. NFPA 101 works in concert with fire, building, and communications codes to ensure occupant safety.

IACLEA — International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators

Provides standards, training, and guidelines for campus security operations, including emergency communications and call-for-help technologies.

OSHA — Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Oversees workplace emergency communication systems, alarms, and safety requirements. Important for facilities teams responsible for campus grounds and parking structures.

ICC — International Code Council

In many jurisdictions, building and fire codes, such as the IBC/IFC, specify when and where emergency communication systems, two-way communications, and call boxes must be provided.

ADA — Americans with Disabilities Act

Provides standards for accessibility in emergency communication systems, including reach ranges, operable parts, visual and audible alerts, and signage. Critical for ensuring blue light and emergency phones are usable by all students, staff, and visitors.

Clery Center

Provides training, guidance, and best practices to help colleges and universities strengthen campus safety and comply with the Clery Act’s reporting and emergency response requirements.