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Hands-On Course for Inspection, Testing & Maintenance of Water-based Fire Protection Systems
JCI Training Center 1467 Elmwood Ave., Cranston, RI, United StatesThis 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 […]
Standard Spray Sprinkler Obstructions
Online WebinarStandard spray sprinklers are a staple in fire sprinkler systems. These tried-and-true sprinklers have lots of details for locating sprinklers near obstructions, and there are certainly plenty of obstructions in the field. Learn what items are considered obstructions to standard spray sprinklers and how close is too close when installing them. Not every obstruction can […]
Enforcing NFPA 25 with the Fire Code
Online WebinarJoin us for a webinar to learn about enforcing the requirements of NFPA 25. NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems is referenced by the model fire codes. While NFPA 25 provides the required tasks and frequencies to perform ITM activities, enforcement lies within the fire code. This […]
Remote Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Pumps
Online WebinarDate: 2/1/23Â Â Â Time: 9:00 AMÂ Pacific Time / 11:00 AM Central Time As more and more emphasis is given to the Internet of Things (IoT), the use of electronic devices to determine the status of water-based fire protection systems is getting a lot of attention. Recent changes to NFPA 20 and to NFPA 13, […]
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 […]
Sprinkler Hydraulic Calculations Workshop
General Air Products Exton, PA, 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 […]
Get Involved in the NFPA Process
Online WebinarWhile the ink may still be drying on the 2022 edition of NFPA 13, the technical committees are hard at work preparing for the second draft meetings of the 2025 edition. This session will look at how you can get involved in the discussion and the development of the standard that provides the guiding principles […]
Avoid Being Dumped for a Buck & a Truck
Online WebinarFire Sprinkler contractors, like all construction trades, are experiencing a severe lack of manpower at every business level. This shortage of manpower is compounded by inflation and the increasing cost of money and materials, resulting in projects being canceled or on hold. All of these factors are holding back potential growth and expansion opportunities and […]
Intermediate Design School
AFSA Headquarters 1410 East Renner Rd., Suite 150, Richardson, TX, United StatesNext Level Design Experienced layout technicians will find this blended learning course useful to understand the tools they utilize in-depth and gain a deeper knowledge of layout standpipes, fire pumps, seismic protection, and the design requirements for general storage. In addition to mastering requirements in NFPA 13, NFPA 14, and NFPA 20, students will utilize […]
Modifications of Existing Systems
Online WebinarThe single-point density concept was finally adopted for the 2022 edition of NFPA 13, and the area/density curves became obsolete. This change sparked an overhaul of the Modification to Existing Systems chapter in NFPA 13 and included a lot more direction for changes to systems already in service. This webinar will review the new structure […]
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 […]