Public Resources
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NFPA 1851: Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting
International Resources
United States Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) is charged with strengthening the competitiveness of U.S industry, promoting trade and investment, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements. ITA is organized into three business units that work together to achieve ITA’s mission:
- Industry and Analysis
- Enforcement and Compliance
- Global Markets
Take Your Business Global! Developed by international trade experts and economists, the United States Commercial Service provides trusted market intelligence, proactive advice and business tools to help U.S. companies expand in global markets.
United States Small Business Administration International Trade Office. Small businesses looking to increase sales and profit are taking their businesses global. SBA provides counseling, training and financing to support small business export opportunities.
Looking to jump-start or expand your foreign sales? The United States Export-Import Bank (EXIM) is here to support your business. The Bank is an independent federal agency that fills gaps in private export finance in order to bolster U.S. job growth at no cost to American taxpayers. EXIM provides trade financing solutions – including export credit insurance, working capital guarantees, and guarantees of commercial loans to foreign buyers – to empower exporters of U.S. goods and services.
The United States Department of State Countries & Areas Archive is a country-by-country guide on doing business, economic and political challenges, travel and visa information, etc. A great resource when considering where to do business, how to do business, where to travel, and to stay safe in doing so.
The International Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization working to promote international trade, responsible business conduct and a global approach to regulation to accelerate inclusive and sustainable growth to the benefit of all.
