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.
Specific hands-on tests will vary and may include main drain test; valve status test; dry system trip test; preaction/deluge trip test; resetting dry and preaction/deluge valves; weekly, monthly, and annual fire pump tests; and air supplies (air compressors and nitrogen generators).
Course content is subject to change based on specific needs and equipment availability.

Audience:

ITM technicians, AHJs, facility management, building engineers, insurance representatives, etc.

Schedule:

Day 1: 8am – 5pm
Day 2: 8am – 5pm
Day 3: 8am – 3:30pm

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

1. Identify the required periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements for water-based fire protection systems and system components.
2. Perform the required periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements for water-based fire protection systems and system components.
3. Interpret the results from periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance activities.

AFSA Provides:

• NFPA 25, 2020 edition
• Course Manual

Credits & Approvals:

• CPDs: 22.5
• CEUs: 2.25
• Contact Hours: 22.5
• FL Approval: FP17079-22.5 (expires 6/30/2023)

1. 1. Contractor I, II, III & WB Inspector
   2. This course is approved for credit by the Florida Fire Safety Board.