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