DESIGN ADVANTAGE SEMINAR DESCRIPTION
This is a one-day program.  Participants will increase their knowledge of the advantage of installing fire sprinkler systems in buildings under construction and their advantages of reducing the cost of the building. This is a basic level class.

Goal – Is to familiarize the participant with the cost savings in construction by using alternatives in the building code because the building is protected with a fire sprinkler system.

Learning Objectives – Participants will learn:

  • Advantages of installing fire sprinkler systems
  • Classify the occupancy use of a building
  • Classify the type of construction
  • Which buildings require fire sprinkler installation
  • Advantages in all of the different Building Codes
  • Advantages in design of exits
  • Site planning design options
Course Outline
  • Fire sprinkler advantages
  • Building code application
  • Occupancy classification
  • Buildings that require fire sprinklers
  • Using the building code to reduce cost
  • Types of construction
  • Egress design options
  • Water supplies and Standpipes
  • Understanding basic sprinkler technology
Experience Level – This seminar is best suited for participants who are:
  • Code Officials
  • Designers/Contractors
  • Design Professionals Architects/Engineers
  • Building Owners/Managers
  • Insurance Representatives
Prerequisites – For attendees who:
  • Knows and applies the codes
  • Has one to two years in code enforcement
  • Possesses a basic knowledge in construction
  • Can read and understand basic construction drawings