Fire Alarm Training - Our 12-Hour Live Online instructor-led course goes well beyond the recitation of Codes and Standards. We examine the purpose and specific application of the different codes and standards that regulate the industry. Avoid installation errors, failed inspections and false alarms!
Electricity Forums Training Institute’s (EFTI) Fire Alarm Training Course qualifies for six (6) hours of CFAA Technician Renewal Credits (Category 2 Course) if you’re renewing an annual Technician Registration, as per the CFAA website at http://www.cfaa.ca/cecreditform.aspx). If you’re renewing a two year Technician Registration, the course qualifies for twelve (12) hours (Category 2 Course). To qualify for these credits, you must submit the EFTI Certificate of Completion, along with the course outline and the training schedule to the CFAA.
Our course is designed for individuals who want to become certified fire alarm designers or have responsibility for fire and life safety systems, including testing and maintenance. The training covers system design, installation, testing, and maintenance, providing participants with a wealth of practical tips, insights, and solutions that they can immediately implement on the job.
The course is specifically designed to comply with Canadian federal and provincial fire alarm design and installation standards. It provides the latest information on fire alarm technology available for use in Canadian jurisdictions, including integration with other building life safety systems, wireless fire alarm devices, special suppression systems, addressable devices, annunciation, special signaling appliances, and much more.
EFTI's Interactive Workshop allows participants to examine the purpose and specific application of relevant codes and standards that regulate the installation, verification, and annual testing of fire alarm and life safety systems. The workshop maximizes the training experience through a dynamic curriculum that encourages group discussion and problem solving.
The course is taught by recognized and experienced fire protection professionals who provide participants with the latest information on the industry. They also provide specific examples that help participants navigate through the planning, installation, and testing protocols required by Canadian jurisdictions.
The course qualifies for six hours of CFAA Technician Renewal Credits (Category 2 Course) for those renewing an annual Technician Registration and twelve hours for those renewing a two-year Technician Registration. Participants must submit the EFTI Certificate of Completion, along with the course outline and training schedule, to the CFAA to qualify for these credits.
Instructor-led training offers a better experience than online or webinar training as it challenges participants with problem-solving exercises as they work through learning modules and actively participate in group discussions. This approach ensures that participants fully understand the material and can apply it to real-world situations.
The course is an excellent foundation for individuals interested in learning about verifying a new installation or assisting with compiling an Integrated Testing Plan. It covers the most common mistakes seen in the field and provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to avoid them.
For instance, many installers are unaware of mounting height requirements for devices and their interconnections that actually supersede the manufacturer's instructions. Knowing these requirements can prevent installations from being rejected by the Verifier or the local jurisdictional authority.
Participants also learn the correct method for choosing an automatic fire detector and which detector is correct for a specific application. They also learn about the different types and styles of wiring, selection of components for specific applications, and the documentation required to ensure a successful installation.
At the end of the two-day intensive course, participants will feel confident in their ability to directly use the knowledge and skills they have acquired. They will be able to identify the elements their project requires and leverage new technologies and concepts to succeed. They will also be confident, assertive, and able to speak to the installer/engineer/designer/AHJ about their project when something in the plans and specs doesn't seem right or may actually be missing.
Upon completion, students will understand:
- Current Industry Standards
- Code Compliance
- Risk Management
- Design, Budgeting, Installation and Verification
- Inspection, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Detection
- Alarm Signaling and Monitoring
- Suppression
- Evacuation
- Emergency Lighting
- Emergency Backup and Generators
Students will also be able to:
- Navigate through the relevant codes to find required compliance
- Review key changes in industry standards and codes new to fire alarm systems
- 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, security access/egress and offsite monitoring
- Calculate the required spacing and determine the correct placement of fire detection and signalling devices
