This two-day seminar
provides attendees with vital information on determining compliance with
fire sprinkler system design and installation rules in NFPA 13.
This is a basic level
class.
Overview – Assists the
participants with understanding the responsibility of proper design and
installation of all types of fire sprinkler systems.
Goal – Is to increase
the knowledge of the participant with the NFPA Standards as they relate
to fire sprinkler systems and their components.
Learning Objectives –
Participants will learn to:
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Classify hazards and commodities
and give example of each
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Identify components used
in fire sprinkler systems and the regulations that govern them
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Identify the types of fire
sprinkler systems, where used and their limitations
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Understand the principals
and the regulations of spacing and obstructions to Sprinklers
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Identify water supplies and
determine if they are adequate for the fire sprinkler system
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Identify components and design
criteria during a plan review
Course Outline
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Hazard and Commodity classification
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System Components
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System Types
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Sprinkler Spacing and Location
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Sprinkler Obstruction
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Water Supplies
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Acceptance Testing
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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Installers
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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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