Inicia Becomes Sole NFPA^® Authorized Education Network Provider in the Far East

• AUG 05, 2025
• 1818 Taba, Uruma City, Okinawa, Japan

We are proud to announce that Inicia Corporation is now the sole NFPA^® Authorized Education Network (AEN) Provider in the Far East. This prestigious recognition allows us to deliver official NFPA^® training programs and certifications, directly authorized by the National Fire Protection Association^®.

All successful participants will receive official NFPA^® certifications and a digital badge via Credly, recognized worldwide across industries and U.S. military projects.

Why This Matters

NFPA^® standards are widely referenced in:

• U.S. Military Projects in Japan & APAC – where multiple NFPA^® codes and standards are required for compliance with construction and operational specifications.
• Multinational Companies in Japan – which follow corporate EH&S policies based on NFPA^® codes and global best practices.

By securing this NFPA^® AEN status, Inicia now offers:

• Expert‑led instruction in English and Japanese
• Flexible delivery: In‑Person or Live Virtual training options
• Official NFPA^® certifications and Credly digital badges
• Direct alignment with NFPA^® codes and standards, meeting the needs of military and industrial clients

Available NFPA® Training Programs

Our course offerings include:

• Electrical Safety – NFPA^® 70, 70E
• Life Safety Training – NFPA^® 1, 101, 99
• Fire Protection Systems – NFPA^® 13, 20, 25, 72
• Industrial & Chemical Hazards – NFPA^® 30, 58, 400
• Additional Programs & Certification Prep – Hot Work Safety, Wildfire, CFPS^®, Fire Inspector I & II, CFPE

With Inicia, clients can ensure their teams meet U.S. military and global corporate requirements for fire and life safety training, backed by official NFPA^® credentials.

New Certification Expands Inicia’s Inspection Services: SP001 Certified AST Inspector Now In-House

• MAR 27, 2025
• 1818 Taba, Uruma City, Okinawa, Japan

We are pleased to announce that Inicia now offers Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) inspections under the internationally recognized SP001 Standard, certified by the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association (STI/SPFA). With the recent certification of our inspector, Mr. Jose Angel Velez (SP001 Certified Inspector ID: AST-7472), Inicia is ready to provide compliant and professional AST inspections throughout Japan, including Okinawa and mainland installations.

Why This Matters

OAST inspections are a key requirement for facilities managing flammable, combustible, or hazardous liquids — including many U.S. military installations under the EPA SPCC Rule (40 CFR 112) and internal base regulations. Historically, most AST inspection services for U.S. bases in Japan have required mobilizing inspectors from the U.S., causing delays and additional costs.
By securing this certification locally, Inicia now offers:

• Immediate availability of SP001-certified inspection services
• Full compliance with U.S. military, EPA, and STI/SPFA standards
• Cost-effective and streamlined project execution across Japan

This addition complements Inicia's existing portfolio of EH&S services and further strengthens our commitment to supporting our clients with reliable, U.S.-standard services without the need to import inspectors from overseas.