No prior experience or qualifications are required to take this course.
Unit 7: Active Fire Protection Systems
Providing outline knowledge of fixed fire fighting systems, this course covers the principles of fire and extinguishing.
Unit 7: Active Fire Protection Systems
Providing outline knowledge of fixed fire fighting systems, this course covers the principles of fire and extinguishing. Delegates will learn how extinguishing systems work and where they are best suited.
It is ideal for:
- Fixed extinguishing system installers
- Facilities managers and maintainers
- Consultants
- Designers
- Insurers
- Responsible Person/Duty Holder
2 days
This course covers:
- Extinguishing systems including chemical, inert gas, carbon dioxide and watermist (high and low pressure)
- Detection systems and interface to fire alarm and building management systems
- Pressure relief and extraction systems
- Types of design (local application, total flood)
- Design guidance
- Maintenance guidance
- Coverage of over 26 current and draft British and International Standards, Codes of Practice and associated literature
NOTE: Explosion protection is not covered in this course
Delegates will gain:
- Knowledge and understanding of insitu fire fighting systems, as well as how they work and what is most appropriate for the situation
- A thorough knowledge of a range of fire suppression systems including their use and operation, interface with the building and electrical systems
- Guidance on their design and maintenance
- An understanding of the current and draft Standards and associated documentation
Course manuals are provided to take away and refer to
The course provides 6.5 CPD hours.
- Full Member £300+VAT
- Non Member £550+VAT
Payable by debit/credit card. Members can also pay by invoice.
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