Introduction to NFPA 13 Fire Sprinkler Systems Training Course
In this recorded course the presenter will educate facility managers, building and fire officials and service providers on the basics of NFPA 13 for the design and installation of fire sprinkler systems.
A recorded course has been prepared by Fire Smarts, LLC to educate facility managers, building and fire officials and service providers worldwide to provide an introduction to NFPA 13 Fire Sprinkler Systems. This includes an understanding of the four major system types, the basic components, design objectives, and basic installation principles. This recorded webinar is part of the online training resources offered by Fire Smarts.
The “Introduction to NFPA 13 Fire Sprinkler Systems” course, is an Instant-Access Recorded Course presented by fire protection industry expert, Ralph E. Bless, Jr., P.E., CFPS, SET. During this 90-minute training, Mr. Bless will review the 3 essential components of a sprinkler system, explain design objectives, discuss 4 major sprinkler system types and their application, and locate and apply the basic installation requirements for sprinkler system components. Acceptance testing requirements will also be reviewed that ensure that the finished sprinkler system functions as intended.
To gain instant-access to this recorded course, ICC approved for 0.1 CEU’s, simply click the link and experience the benefits of online, at-your-own-pace, learning. Introduction to NFPA 13 Fire Sprinkler Systems.
“NFPA 13 is the foundation of fire sprinkler systems and there are few with more experience and qualifications than Ralph Bless in this field,” said Ryan J. Smith, Executive Director of Fire Smarts, LLC. “This course presentation is a great opportunity to learn and interact with a true expert.”
This recorded course qualifies for 1 contact hour of continuing education training as approved by the International Code Council (ICC) and recognized by NICET for professional development. Certificates will be issued to attendees following the completion of the recorded webinar.
Course instructor, Ralph E. Bless, Jr., P.E., CFPS, SET, has 40 years’ experience in fire protection including a broad range of water based and special hazard system design, code consulting and fire protection engineering services. He is licensed as a Professional Engineer in six states, a Certified Fire Protection Specialist, Level IV NICET senior fire sprinkler layout technician and holds three additional NICET certifications, as well as ten state licenses. Ralph serves on six NFPA committees including the NFPA 1 Fire Code, NFPA 15 covering Water Spray Systems, and NFPA 915 covering remote inspections. He chairs the technical committee for NFPA 232 covering Record Storage and serves on the NFPA 13 Installation Technical Committee and Correlating Committee.
About Fire Smarts, LLC: Fire Smarts is a nationally recognized provider of fire protection education and training services. With specialized expertise in the NFPA standards, the company’s team of internationally recognized instructors create and deliver custom fire suppression and fire alarm training solutions for building and fire officials, service providers and business organizations. Fire Smarts is a Preferred Provider with the International Code Council to deliver approved training programs for CEU’s toward ICC Certifications. To learn more about Fire Smarts visit https://www.firesmarts.com/.