What is an alternate power supply for a fire pump system and when is it required is often misunderstood for a fire pump system. Key questions will be discussed so this issue does not cause surprises to the contractor.
Alternate Power for Fire Pumps
Description
Objectives
Instructors
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Description
What is an alternate power supply for a fire pump system and when is it required is often misunderstood for a fire pump system. Key questions will be discussed so this issue does not cause surprises to the contractor.
Objectives
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:
- Explain when an alternate power supply is required
- Describe the difference between emergency and standby power
- Explain how an standby generator is to be sized based on the fire pump motor size and starting method
- Discuss the acceptance test requirements for a fire pump system with an alternate power supply
Instructors
John August Denhardt, P.E., FSFPE
VP of Engineering & Technical Services American Fire Sprinkler Association
John Denhardt, P.E., FSFPE, is vice president of engineering & technical services for AFSA. He is a Professional Engineer (P.E.) registered in the District of Columbia as well as the states of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In addition to his P.E., he is NICET Level III certified in both Water-Based Systems Layout and Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems and is an NFPA Certified Water-Based Systems Professional (CWBSP). Denhardt has a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland. He is a member of the NFPA 13 Sprinkler Discharge Committee, NFPA, and is an SFPE Fellow.
Approvals
Member Price:
$60
Non-Member Price:
$100
Duration:
1 Hour
CEUs
.1
CPDs
1.0
Contact Hours
1.0