Fire Alarm Installation Methods Certification

Course Description

This 14-hour course, followed by an exam provides broad training in proper installation and service requirement for commercial and household fire alarm systems based on NFPA and ICC codes.

NFPA requires fire inspection and testing personnel to be knowledgeable and trained, and service personnel to be qualified and experienced. Students will learn the information needed for professionals to become familiar with fire alarm system requirements necessary to gain certification and prove competence. (NTS 1.6 CEUs)

Fire Alarm Installation Methods will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills to:
•Teaches the code knowledge and practical technical skills you need to design, install and maintain fire alarm systems that comply with NFPA 72 (2019 edition), NEC (2017) and NFPA 70 (2011 edition)

SUBJECT AREAS

•Fire alarm system introduction •Codes and standards •Fire system fundamentals •Initiating device operation •Initiating device spacing and location •Emergency control functions •Notification appliances and circuits •Communication and reporting •Testing & inspecting •Household systems •Documentation •Wiring •CO detection •Emerging technologies

WISA Members – $395
Non-Members, $545
Fire/Municipal Inspectors $150