## [The Code Authority® Newsletter - June 2025](/thecodeauthority/news/code-authority-newsletter-june-2025) # The Code Authority® Newsletter June 2025 Explore this month’s articles on updated product safety requirements and trends from UL Solutions experts. ![The Code Authority Header - Large](https://delivery-p133222-e1298791.adobeaemcloud.com/adobe/assets/urn:aaid:aem:2f6c1cdd-f6ea-4138-92bd-a40dcca4fc02/as/2f6c1cdd-f6ea-4138-92bd-a40dcca4fc02.webp?&smartcrop=Landscape&max-quality=90&width=400) *play\_arrow* *pause* ## Breadcrumb - [ *keyboard\_arrow\_left* The Code Authority® ](/thecodeauthority) - [ Home ](/) *pen\_size\_1* - [ The Code Authority® ](/thecodeauthority) *pen\_size\_1* - News *pen\_size\_1* - The Code Authority® Newsletter - June 2025 Developed by industry specialists with an unbiased stance on the requirements needed to enable a safer built environment, The Code Authority® (TCA) newsletter provides relevant updates from UL Solutions on topics of interest to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), inspectors, code officials, tradespeople, educators and industry professionals across the fire, electrical, security and building sectors. 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[ Learn more ](https://www.ul.com/thecodeauthority/knowledge/cross-bracing-wall-assembly) ![a young male carpenter measuring wood beneath his chopsaw](https://delivery-p133222-e1298791.adobeaemcloud.com/adobe/assets/urn:aaid:aem:90f11d45-7bec-4037-a8fd-a4985272863a/as/90f11d45-7bec-4037-a8fd-a4985272863a.webp?&smartcrop=Landscape&max-quality=90&width=400) ## Operational Testing of Sprinklers Sampled from Existing Facilities Learn more about the importance of testing sprinklers sampled from field installations and the data UL Solutions has gathered from years of testing. [ Learn more ](https://www.ul.com/thecodeauthority/knowledge/operational-testing-sprinklers-sampled-existing-facilities) ![Automatic fire sprinkler safety system and black water cooling supply pipe. Fire Suppression. Fire protection and detector. 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[ Learn more ](https://www.ul.com/thecodeauthority/knowledge/cybersecurity-security-and-life-safety-signaling-systems) ![Engineer checking Industrial fire control system,Fire Alarm controller, Fire notifier, Anti fire.System ready In the event of a fire.](https://delivery-p133222-e1298791.adobeaemcloud.com/adobe/assets/urn:aaid:aem:1ccc6189-24ba-4480-93ea-ad089eef0cfb/as/1ccc6189-24ba-4480-93ea-ad089eef0cfb.webp?&smartcrop=Landscape&max-quality=90&width=400) ## UL Solutions Targets Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Risks with New Certifications Learn how these new certification programs help address growing concerns and incidents around lithium-ion battery safety risks and thermal runaway events. [ Learn more ](https://www.ul.com/news/ul-solutions-takes-aim-lithium-ion-battery-fire-risks-innovative-new-certification-programs) ![a professional businessman commutes to work on his electric battery powered ebike wearing casual business clothing and a helmet and backpack along a bike lane through the car traffic filled streets of San Diego, California, USA](https://delivery-p133222-e1298791.adobeaemcloud.com/adobe/assets/urn:aaid:aem:b1e59184-a802-4563-a689-f7c7d83e397c/as/b1e59184-a802-4563-a689-f7c7d83e397c.webp?&smartcrop=Landscape&max-quality=90&width=400) ## How ERCES Certification Benefits Stakeholders in Emergency Response Webinar Discover the benefits of ERCES certification in emergency response, enhancing trust and collaboration among stakeholders for safer communities. [ Learn more ](https://www.ul.com/events/building-trust-how-erces-certification-benefits-stakeholders-emergency-response) ![Firefighter talking via walkie talkie](https://delivery-p133222-e1298791.adobeaemcloud.com/adobe/assets/urn:aaid:aem:614bd74e-1973-4e31-9c03-9f368dc04d83/as/614bd74e-1973-4e31-9c03-9f368dc04d83.webp?&smartcrop=Landscape&max-quality=90&width=400) ## Explore Updated UL 752 for Your Bullet-Resisting Equipment Webinar This webinar will provide insights into the updated UL 752, compliance requirements and new advancements in bullet-resisting technology. [ Learn more ](https://www.ul.com/events/explore-updated-ul-752-your-bullet-resisting-equipment) ![Bulletproof glass for home and office wall. Bullet resistant glass. House material for safety and protection. Anti Thief, resistant to penetration curtain wall. 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