SPRINKLER PROTECTION FOR RACK STORAGE
This one-day program provides the participant with the latest procedures for design, layout and installation of fire sprinkler systems providing fire control and suppression for storage and warehouse occupancies.  The course will discuss in depth the sprinkler protection for Rack Storage in accordance with NFPA 13-02.  

This is an intermediate to advanced class. 

Overview – Participants will understand the criteria required in design and sprinkler selection for the protection of storage and warehouse occupancies.
Goal – Familiarize the participant with the rules that govern storage occupancies and the NFPA Standards that contain those rules.

Learning Objectives – Participants will learn to:

  • Familiarize themselves with the rules
  • Understand the definitions used in rack storage
  • Protection of Class I-IV Commodities
  • Protection of Plastics
  • Familiarize themselves with the use of area density curves
  • Sprinkler protection using Standard Spray, Rack, Large Drop, ESFR and Special Application Sprinklers
Course Outline
  • Selecting appropriate standard
  • Definitions and terminology for Rack Storage
  • Sprinkler protection for Class I-IV commodities 25 feet or less in height
  • Sprinkler protection for Class I-IV commodities over 25 feet height
  • Sprinkler protection for plastics
  • Large Drop and Special Application Sprinklers
  • ESFR Sprinklers
  • Rack Sprinklers
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