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Fire Alarm Installation Methods Course
FAIM Reg_Form 04.18-19.2013 NTS COURSE – Fire Alarm Installation Methods-Thursday & Friday,
April 189-19, 2013 - ADI Training Room, Brookfield , WI.
This course is one of the three courses required to attain a CAT Level II Certification. For those seeking primarily to expand their knowledge of the installation, service and maintenance of fire alarm systems, this is the ideal cours. In addition it provides important review material for preparing for NICET Level 1 & 2 examinations.
Late Registration fee of $10.00 will be charged after 5 PM Thursday, February 21, 2013 (tomorrow).
The FAIM registration form is attached.
Class size is limited to 20 and registrations will be accepted on an as received basis.
For more information contact:
Wisconsin Electronic Security Association 414.459.3260
NTS CEU Information
Here is a link to the Certifications page on our website and the renewal form you will need to submit.
http://esaweb.site-ym.com/?page=NTScerts
Here is a link to the current NTS accredited CEU courses.
http://www.esaweb.org/?page=ceucatalog
This is a list of what qualifies for CEU credit.
Qualifying activities:
2013 Spring Tune Up
Thursday, March 14, 2013
9:00 AM – 5:30PM
$45.00 per person
Country Springs Hotel
2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI
Hwy T & I-94
The 2G GSM Sunset is coming! Four years from now, AT&T is going to shut it down. Learn how to transition to the next technology
Luncheon Keynote Address
‘When 2G GSM Quits Working: Preparing for the Sunset’
Presented by Syed Zaeem Hosain, chief technology officer at Aeris Communications, with over 34 plus years experience in the semi conductor, telecommunications and computer industries. 1 CEU
Help you and your Techs keep their certifications current. CEUs will be offered for the following courses focusing on the needs of your business as described below.
•Understanding Wireless Networks – Allen Wood, Cassidy Technologies, a Certified Wireless Network Administrator CWNA) and Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) 2 CEU
•Home Automation - High tech home building trend for security integrators-Presenter TBA 2CEU
•Alarm Reduction for Your Business – Ron Walters, Director of SIAC, with over 30 years in the security industry, of which 15 years have been dedicated to false dispatch issues. He served as police officer and detective for the City of Miami Police Dept. prior to joining the security industry. 2 CEU
•ESA Training & Certification (NTS and Apprenticeship) Presenters – Merlin Guilbeau, Executive Director and CEO of ESA brings 24 years of experience in the electronic security industry. He has been the ESA director since 2002 providing strategic direction to the association. He serves on six industry organization’s board of directors including Security of America. Dave Koenig, Capital Fire & Security, Inc., 30 year veteran in the security industry, Member, American Society of Industrial Security, achieved the designation of Certified Protection 2 CEU’s
One Alert-Two Deadlines… ESA Leadership Summit & WIESA CAT LVL I class
# ONE DEADLINE
Early-bird registration pricing for this year’s Leadership Summit, Feb. 18-21 in Orlando, Fla., extended but will end today Jan. 25. Take advantage of this special discount and register now!
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND HIGHLIGHTS …
Timely and provocative general sessions on the evolving residential interactive services market; opportunities for integrated technology plays in the retail market; customer experience-centric marketing and service delivery; and ESA’s Annual MegaTrends Research Report.
Practical, idea-filled seminars organized into four tracks
Executive leadership; Revenue Leadership; Technology Leadership; and Chapter Management (Free track for the leaders of ESA’s Chartered Chapters)
The Summit Showcase, featuring dozens of the security industry’s leading manufacturers, distributors and service providers
Numerous networking receptions where you can connect with industry peers who will provide year=-round, career-long sources of information, advice and friendship
ESA Meetings, including;
ESA Board of Directors Meeting
Committee and Council Meeting
First Town Hall Meeting of the new ESA Integration Leaders Group
Professional Group Meetings
Whether it’s understanding technology and market changes or getting better at managing and leading change, the Leadership Summit has content and contacts that will help you do it. Take advantage of the programs and people that will be coming together. For more details visit www.ESA-summit.com
# TWO DEADLINE
Certified Alarm Technician – Level I, February 6-8, 2013 registration is still has open but you must sign up now. The $10 late registration fee is in effect, but this late fee will be waived for the first four persons who register before 12 noon, Monday, January 18. Be aware that registrations received less than one week before the class will be charged special delivery fees that may occur in addition to the $10 fee.
WHY CAT TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS …
Required Certification
CAT LVL I certification required for all technicians in City of Milwaukee
One of the courses needed to attain CAT Level II
Best recognized and most insisted upon credential by state and local licensing authorities
Companies gain higher quality work, more efficiently and at higher profits
Building block for more advanced and specialized training
Don’t delay-Registration form attached.
You can sign up now for any class in the registration attachment.
ESA’s NTS Uses the Industry’s Best Training to Keep U.S. Marines Prepared and Protected
ESA’s National Training School will practically go to any lengths to provide training to industry professionals, wherever they happen to be located. Just ask a group of U.S. Marines stationed at Camp Hansen in Okinawa, Japan. Level 1 Training from NTS is playing an important role in ensuring their safety as Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists, dealing with all types of deadly materials.
2012-2013 Training & Events Schedule
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, November 29, 2012 2:00 PM |
Conference Call |
| WIESA Board Meeting
WIESA Casino & Holiday Party |
Wed, December 12, 2012 2:00 PM 5:30 PM |
Thunder Bay Grille N14W24130 Tower Place · Pewaukee |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, January 10, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA / NTS Certified Alarm/Security Technician Level I |
Wed-Fri, February 6-8, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
ADI Training Room 13100 W Lisbon Rd, Ste 300 Brookfield, WI |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, February 14, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| ESA Leadership Summit | Mon-Thurs, February 18-21, 2013 | Orlando, FL |
| WIESA / NTS Advanced Intrusion Systems |
Thurs- Fri, March 7-8, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
ADI Training Room 13100 W Lisbon Rd, Ste 300 Brookfield, WI |
| WIESA Forum | Thurs, March 14, 2013 | TBA |
| ESA / YSP West | Wednesday, April 10, 2013 | Las Vegas, NV |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, April 11, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA / NTS Fire Alarm Installation Methods |
Thurs- Fri, April 18-19, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
ADI Training Room 13100 W Lisbon Rd, Ste 300 Brookfield, WI |
| ESA – Day on Capitol Hill | Mon-Tues, May 6-7, 2013 | Washington, DC |
| WIESA Board Meeting
WIESA Annual Meeting & Awards |
Thurs, May 9, 2013 2:00 PM 5:30 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA / NTS Essential Sales Training |
Thurs- Fri, May 16-17, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
ADI Training Room 13100 W Lisbon Rd, Ste 300 Brookfield, WI |
| ESA / ESX | Mon-Fri, June 17-21, 2013 | Nashville, TN |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, July 11, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, August 8, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, September 12, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA / NTS Certified Alarm/Security Technician Level I |
Wed-Fri, September 11-13, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
Fox Valley Technical College 1825 N Bluemound Dr Appleton, WI |
| WIESA Memorial Golf Outing | Thurs, September 19, 2013 | Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Lake Geneva, WI |
| ASIS 59th Annual Seminar & Exhibit | Tue-Fri, September 24-27, 2013 | Chicago, IL |
| WIESA Board Meeting | Thurs, October 10, 2013 2:00 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA / NTS TBA |
Thurs-Fri, October 17-18, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
TBA |
| WIESA Board Meeting
WIESA Member Program Meeting |
Thurs, Nov 7, 2013 2:00 PM 5:30 PM |
TBA |
| WIESA Training NICET Prep Course |
Thurs-Fri, November 14-15, 2013 8:00 AM-5:00PM Daily |
TBA |
| WIESA Board Meeting
WIESA Holiday Party |
Thurs, December 12, 2013 2:00 PM 5:30 PM |
TBA |
CITY OF MILWAUKEE LOW VOLTAGE LICENSE INSTRUCTIONS
LOW VOLTAGE LICENSE INSTRUCTIONS
FEES for LB,LF and LV License
First Original Fee-$228 Renewal Fee-$114
Second or Third Original Fee-$114 Renewal Fee-$67
Type LB License. An applicant for a Type LB low-voltage (100v0lts 0r less) burglar and security alarm system contractor’s license or renewal thereof shall submit an affidavit to the effect that a person holding NTS Level II certification will be a bona fide full-time employe of the applicant, and that the NTS Level II certificate holder will have complete and unquestionable authority and supervision over all work regulated by this chapter. The Type LB license holder shall insure that all work related to the installation of the burglar or security alarm system conducted under the license shall be performed by persons holding a minimum of NTS Level I Certification or equivalent as determined by the commissioner.
Type LF License. An applicant for a Type LF low-voltage (100 volts or less) fire alarm system contractor’s license or renewal thereof shall submit an affidavit to the effect that a person holding NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) Level II Fire Alarm Systems certification or equivalent will be a bona fide full-time employee of the applicant, and that the NICET Level II Fire Alarm System certificate holder will have complete and unquestionable authority and supervision over all work regulated by this chapter. The Type LF license holder shall insure that all work related to the installation of the fire alarm system conducted under the license shall be performed by persons holding a minimum of NICET Level I Fire Alarm Systems Certification or equivalent as determined by teh commissioner.
Type LV License. An applicant for a Type LV low-voltage (100 volts or less) contractor’s license or renewal thereof shall submit an affidavit to the effect that the person holding the license will have complete and unquestionable authority and supervison over all work regulated by this chaper. Pat 22
Instructor Spotlight: Gary Talma
Instructor Spotlight: Gary Talma, ADT
Posted By Jason Unger, Wednesday, October 19, 2011
http://www.esaweb.org/members/blog_view.asp?id=672072&post=132872
Gary Talma didn’t expect to become a professional teacher – it’s just something he fell into.
Lucky him.
“I never thought of myself as being a teacher or an instructor,” he says, but after getting involved with NTS as an instructor, he never looked back. “It’s probably one of the best moves I’ve made in my career,” he says.
Talma, who has taught Certified Alarm/Security Technician – Level 1, Fire Alarm Installation Methods, Advanced Intrusion Systems, and Electronic Access Control, is also the Committee Chair for Training and Education for WIESA, the Wisconsin chartered chapter of ESA.
But to teach courses, Talma had to take vacation time from his day job. “The more I did the NTS training, the more fun I thought it would be to do this full-time.”
At the 2011 ESA Leadership Summit, Talma was named ESA/NTS Training Coordinator of the Year, which he credits for helping him into a new position teaching full-time as Senior Technical Training Specialist at ADT.
“I think [being named Coordinator of the Year] was a huge part” of getting the job, he says. “It just puts that so far above someone else when applying for a position.”
In his new position, Talma travels around the country, training dealers on all different products and equipment, helps develop new training courses for the install and service teams, and provides operational support.
“I can honestly say I enjoy what I do,” says Talma. “Before I took vacation time to teach, now I can do it full-time.”
Currently, he’s spending a lot of time focused on ADT’s Pulse system, as well as creating monthly safety classes for dealers. “Technicians are in an area where they can’t get complacent and safety has to be at the top of their heads at all time,” he says.
“We want our technicians to go to work safe and to go home safe.”
Thanks to his experience as an NTS instructor, Talma is able to tap a number of resources in his new position. “The wealth of knowledge from all the NTS instructors is great. You can call up anybody at ESA or NTS and ask them questions, and they know exactly what you’re talking about. The knowledge you get from the wealth of instructors is the best,” he says.
He’s still teaching NTS courses when he can, with a goal of teaching two to three times per year.
“The more education you get, the more product knowledge, the better you’ll be in the industry,” he says. “The small investment that you can give your technicians will make a huge impact – it will help out in the long-term.”
Tags: Instructor Q&A Instructors October 2011
Update on Milwaukee Licenses
There has been much confusion about the new Milwaukee Alarm Ordinance and how and when it is going to be implemented. After several conversations with the city, we have finally received notification that all forms should be available by the end of next week.(June 24th). The ordinance actually went into effect June 1st, but all of the appropriate forms are just now being made available. Now that the forms are being made available to the public, the city in short order will be enforcing the new requirements.
Information for the electrical part of the ordinance, the LV, LB, LF type or other pertinent licenses are available from the Dept of Neighborhood Services, Electrical and Elevator division. They may be contacted at 414-286-2532 or http://city.milwaukee.gov/Electrical . These applications when approved are what will allow you to pull the appropriate permits or affidavits for installations.
Information for registering your sales personal, the brochure that must be given out with each sale of a new system, and all appropriate forms for your alarm license will be available at the License Division of the City Clerk. They may be contacted at 414-286-2238 or http://www.milwaukee.gov/license .
Our understanding is, the websites mentioned above are for information only and the actual forms must be picked up in person at City Hall and NHS.(they are across the street from each other).
Sincerely,
Chris Utter
Past President –WIESA
Milwaukee Alarm Task force Member










