Introduction
In this training course, participants will come to understand the different types of fire protection systems and detection methods available and apply the most appropriate protection method. They will comprehend how these systems complement each other and work together to achieve fire and life safety.
This course will also cover current design and installation standards, design and application of water-based fire suppression systems as this is the most common fire protection system used throughout the world today, and fire pump and design. participants will be using risk-based hazard evaluations to design fire protection systems. Assignments will focus and use real-world examples and industry references.
Course Highlights:
- Basics of Fire Behavior
- Fire Protection Systems and the Model Code Process
- Fire Alarm System Components and Functions
- Types of Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
- Water Supplies for Fire Protection Systems
- Standpipe and Hose Systems
- Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
- Specialized Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
- Fixed Wet and Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
- Gaseous Agent Extinguishing Systems
- Portable Fire Extinguishers
- Smoke Control and Management Systems
- Property Security, Emergency Response, and Fire Protection Systems
Course Benefits
- Analyze and design active fire protection systems.
- Determine appropriate fire protection systems to achieve fire and life safety goals.
- Apply current design and installation standards.
Target Audience
- Risk managers.
- Loss control specialists.
- Fire officers.
- Fire marshals.
- Fire inspectors.
- Safety managers.
- Fire protection consultants.
- Engineers.
Course Outlines
Basics of Fire Behavior
- Combustion and Fire
- Fire and Flame Types
- The Stages of Fire
- Forms of Heat Transfer
- Methods of Extinguishing Fires
- Classes of Fire
Fire Protection Systems and the Model Code Process
- Code and Standards Development for Government
- A Model Code
- National Fire Protection Association
- Referenced Standards
- Code-Required Fire Protection Systems
- Inducements to Install Fire Protection Systems
Fire Alarm System Components and Functions
- Fire Alarm Control Unit/Panel
- Circuits and Wiring
- Types of Fire Alarm Signals
- Initiating Devices
- Annunciator Panels
- Power Expander Panels
- Other Components and Systems Associated with Fire Alarm Systems
Types of Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
- Classification of Fire Alarm Systems
- Interface with Other Systems
- Required Installations
- Design and Installation Standards
- Fire Alarm System Inspection and Testing
Water Supplies for Fire Protection Systems
- Water Supply Systems
- Fire Hydrants
- Water Supply Design Considerations for Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
Standpipe and Hose Systems
- Types of Standpipe Systems
- Classification of Standpipe Systems
- Standpipe System Components
- Required Installations
- Design and Installation Standards
- Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Requirements
Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
- Fire Sprinkler System Components
- Types of Systems
- Required Installations
- Design and Installation Standards
- Design Concepts for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
- Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Requirements
Specialized Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
- Types of Specialized Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
- Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Requirements
Fixed Wet and Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
- Standards for Wet and Dry Chemical Systems
- Types of Fixed Wet and Dry Extinguishing Systems
- Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
Gaseous Agent Extinguishing Systems
- Carbon Dioxide
- Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
- Halogenated Agents
- Halon Extinguishing Systems
- Clean Agents
- Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
- Approval and Periodic Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
Portable Fire Extinguishers
- Code Requirements for Fire Extinguishers
- Fire Extinguisher Classification
- Common Fire Extinguisher Agents
- Fire Extinguisher Ratings
- Types of Fire Extinguishers
- Fire Extinguisher Operation
- Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
Smoke Control and Management Systems
- Code-Required Smoke Control and Smoke Management
- Smoke Containment, Removal, and Opposed Airflow
- Design Requirements and Operational Characteristics
- Fire Protection Systems and Smoke Control
- Testing and Performance Verification
Property Security, Emergency Response, and Fire Protection Systems
- Means of Egress
- Interior Exit Stairway Doors
- Delayed Egress Locking
- Sensor Release Egress Doors
- Door Hardware Release of Electrically Locked Egress Doors
- Fire Department Access Systems Security Gates
