| This one-half day seminar
describes the responsibility of the contractor and authority having jurisdiction
for the proper installation of earthquake protection of fire sprinkler
systems. This is an intermediate level class.
Overview – Provides the
attendees with the understanding of installation of earthquake requirements
for fire sprinkler systems.
Goals – Is to familiarize
participants with the rules for earthquake design in NFPA 13.
Learning Objectives –
Participants will learn:
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Seismic design
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NFPA 13 criteria
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Bracing, flexibility and
clearance
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Calculate loads
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Restraint
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Retrofit
Course Outline
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History of seismic design
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Is earthquake protection
needed?
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Determine force factors
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Acceptance of NFPA 13 criteria
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Flexibility and clearance
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Spacing and configuration
of braces
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Calculate loads to bracing
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Adequacy of braces, fittings
an fasteners
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Restraint as required
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Hanging arrangements
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Retrofit considerations
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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