Tennessee Chapter Training
Germantown Fire Station 4 Training Room 3031 Forest-Hill Irene Rd., Germantown, TN, United StatesAFSA National and the Tennessee Chapter of AFSA are proud to offer a full day of training presented by AFSA Vice President of Technical Services & Engineering John Denhardt, P.E., FSFPE. The training will consist of two 4-hour seminars: one on "Updates to NFPA 13, 2022 Edition" and the other on "Updates to NFPA 25, 2023 Edition." Learn More […]
Responsibilities of Layout Technician & Installer (CAL FIRE)
Online WebinarJoin us for a webinar to learn about the responsibilities of a layout technician and an installer. The communication and relationship between the layout technician and the installer are crucial throughout the project to provide proper protection. The layout technician must clearly illustrate what is required by code and in the installation, and the installer […]
Beginning Design School
The Beginning Design School presents a comprehensive, practical approach to preparing fire sprinkler system drawings. Over a three-week period, students will attend six live webinars studying and reviewing the installation and design approach requirements of NFPA 13 (2019) while completing self-paced exercises and module assessments. Q&A sessions and open discussions will also be included as […]
South Carolina Chapter Training
Greenville Marriott One Parkway East, Greenville, SC, United StatesThe South Carolina Fire Sprinkler Association is pleased to offer a full day of training on "Storage Occupancies" presented by Ralph K. Foster, P.E. This seminar will review the general requirements for storage in NFPA 13 and guide participants through the layout of the general storage chapter highlighting commodity classification, storage arrangements, storage heights (miscellaneous/low-piled/high-piled), and clearance. Learn More and Register
Extended Coverage/Residential Sprinkler Obstructions
Online WebinarExtended coverage sprinklers and residential sprinklers are both known for the larger floor areas they are able to protect. How does this get impacted by obstructions? Learn what items are considered obstructions and the needed distances from the sprinklers in order to adequately protect the space. Not every obstruction can be avoided, but NFPA 13 […]
Sprinkler System Working Plan Requirements (CAL FIRE)
Online WebinarThis course will detail the requirements for working plans. This course will discuss the importance of the items required on working plans for approvals and submission. Specific topics include water supply information, equipment, hangers, and bracing. Learn More and Register Learning Objectives: 1. Identify the information that is required to be located on the […]
Fire Pumps: The Good, Bad, & Ugly
Online WebinarWhere needed, fire pumps are essential to a water-based suppression system. Selecting the most efficient driver and pump is critical to a successful and profitable installation project. This seminar examines determining the need for a fire pump and choosing the proper pump capacity. The latest pump installation requirements, including those for multi-stage, multi-port pumps, are […]
Sprinkler Hydraulic Calculations Workshop
AFSA Headquarters 1410 East Renner Rd., Suite 150, Richardson, TX, United StatesIn this three-day, in-person workshop, students will understand and apply principles of hydraulics including the different types of pressure, calculating changes in pressure (elevation and friction loss), and node analysis. Students will apply factors for equivalent length adjustments based on pipe type, size, and system arrangement. Using the principles of hydraulics, students will select a […]
Proposed Updates to NFPA 13R, 13D
Online WebinarNFPA 13R, the Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Buildings, and NFPA 13D, the Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings, are currently in cycle for the 2025 edition. This webinar will discuss the significant changes proposed for each document, including correlating definitions among all three […]
ITM of Standpipe Systems (CAL FIRE)
Online WebinarThis session will examine requirements for inspection, testing, and maintenance of standpipe systems according to the 2020 edition of NFPA 25. Presenters will discuss key equipment installed on standpipe systems and how it should be tested. Discussion will include evaluating test results, how to classify conditions that could impact the performance of the standpipe system, […]
Hands-On Course for Inspection, Testing & Maintenance of Water-based Fire Protection Systems
This class will provide a 3-day hands-on review of the inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) requirements for sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and common components for water-based fire protection systems through classroom-based review and hands-on demonstrations and practice. Half of the course includes a classroom-based review, and the other half consists of hands-on demonstrations […]
AFSA & SFPE SoCal Chapter Training
Burbank Fire Department Training Center 1845 N Ontario St., Burbank, CA, United StatesJoin the AFSA & SFPE Southern California Chapters of AFSA for a full training day with two internationally recognized experts! In-person and virtual options are available. The topics covered are “Sprinkler System Installation” and "Residential Sprinkler Installation." Register & More Information