Monday - Wednesday

Seminars begin promptly at 8:00 AM and end at 4:30 PM.

Using the 2010 edition of NFPA 72® as a guide, you will focus primarily on the planning, design, approval, installation, testing, and use of fire detection and alarm systems. The seminar also includes some of the key elements of single- and multiple-station alarms and household fire alarm systems. You are sure to find a wealth of practical tips through this interactive seminar's dynamic discussions and helpful exercises.

Avoid installation errors, failed inspections and false alarms! Upon completion you should be able to:

• Navigate the new NFPA 72 format to find needed code provisions.
• Identify key changes in the 2010 edition of NFPA 72 including new chapters on Circuits and Pathways and Emergency Control Functions and Interfaces.
• Use key NFPA 72 definitions to help interpret specific code requirements.
• Identify the key elements of all phases of a fire alarm system's life.
• Identify the stakeholders at different stages of a fire alarm system's life.
• Recognize the function of major fire alarm system components.
• Locate and apply key fire detection requirements for emergency control functions such as door control and elevator recall.
• Calculate the required spacing and determine the correct placement of fire detection devices for both Protected Premises Fire Alarm Systems and for Single- and Multiple-Station Alarms and Household Fire Alarm Systems.
• Apply detector and strobe spacing rules that will allow you reduce installation costs and increase effectiveness.
• Determine the required spacing and location of notification appliances for different fire alarm notification strategies.
• Calculate power supply requirements for fire alarm systems.
• Apply the basic installation and wiring requirements for fire detection and alarm equipment.
• Develop a visual inspection and component testing plan for a given fire alarm system that complies with the requirements of NFPA 72.

Who Will Benefit
Anyone whose job involves designing, reviewing, evaluating or installing fire alarm systems, including: fire marshals, architects, designers, installers, engineers, electrical contractors, technicians, and project managers

Free Seminar Materials - $85 Value

• NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2010 Edition
• Student Activity Book
• NFPA® Canvas Briefcase

To bring a customized NFPA seminar to your facility please call
1-877-336-3280 or e-mail onsiteseminars3@nfpa.org.

Continuing Education Credit
Earn 21 hours or 2.1 Continuing Education Units. Attendance is required to earn CEU's. Please verify applicability with your professional board before