Alternate Power for Fire Pumps
April 25, 2024 No Comments
What is an alternate power supply for a fire pump system and when is it required is often misunderstood for a fire pump system.
AFSA Course Type: Fire Pumps NFPA 20
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Anchorage and Support of Fire Pumps (Fitter Zone)
July 1, 2021 No Comments
There are criteria within NFPA 13 that leave many wondering what is actually required. Whether it’s a tortured sentence or simply poor directions, you have to figure it out.
Changes to NFPA 20, 2025 Edition
March 11, 2024 No Comments
NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection is concluding its revision cycle and the language that will be included in the 2025 edition is almost set. This webinar will review the important first and second draft revisions and provide an update on any topics that may be up for debate at the NFPA Technical meeting in 2024.
Electric & Diesel Fire Pump Controller Drivers/Starting Method Differences
December 16, 2021 No Comments
This course starts with a brief overview of both electric and diesel fire pump controllers and their selection, followed by a more detailed review of the various drivers/starting methods. Their advantages, disadvantages, and typical cost.
Fire Alarm Supervision Requirements for Sprinkler and Suppression Systems
March 3, 2023 No Comments
This 60-minute presentation will overview the code requirements for fire alarms and sprinklers. And will examine the need for supervision, integrated testing, and maintenance.
Fire Pump Acceptance Testing and NFPA 25 Testing Part 1
December 16, 2021 No Comments
This webinar will discuss the available fire pump systems covered in NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection.
Fire Pump Acceptance Testing and NFPA 25 Testing Part 2
December 16, 2021 No Comments
This webinar will look at answering important questions including “How do I pretest my pump so that I pass my acceptance test with the AHJ?” and “What are the different periodic tests I should be trained to execute?”
including the difference between the acceptance test and the “post-occupancy” periodic tests.
Fire Pump Controllers & Main Disconnecting Means
January 28, 2022 No Comments
This webinar will review the components and requirements of a fire pump controller which allows it to be UL Listed & FM Approved for use in a life safety fire protection system.
Fire Pump Plan Review
January 28, 2022 No Comments
This seminar will discuss the specific items needed on fire pump plans as required by NFPA 20 and include some common errors.
Fire Pump Sizing
March 11, 2024 No Comments
This presentation examines how to determine the need for a fire pump along with choosing the proper pump capacity.