NFPA 80A is used to guide architects, engineers, and safety planners in protecting buildings from exterior fire exposures—fires that originate outside the building, such as from nearby structures or wildland areas. It provides recommendations for proper building separation, fire-resistant construction features, and site planning strategies to reduce the risk of fire spread. Although not a mandatory code, it is widely used as a best practice in fire protection planning. For those looking to access the official and most current version of NFPA 80A, visit kukubooks.com—your reliable source for NFPA standards and safety publications.