Antifreeze System Modification Options for Fire Protection - Recorded Webinar

Format: Instant Access Recorded Webinar

CEUs: Based on 1 contact hour of training (see CEUs tab for details)

Course Description: This course will explore the new changes to the use of antifreeze in fire sprinkler systems following NFPA’s updated guidance to limit its use. The presenter will provide an understanding of antifreeze systems in fire protection and the current limitations in place. This includes addressing the required removal or modification of existing antifreeze systems by September 30, 2022. Participants will learn about the UL testing of new antifreeze solutions and the approved listed solutions that comply with current NFPA requirements.

Learning Objectives:
• Understand where and why antifreeze is used
• Learn about UL testing of new antifreeze solutions
• Describe limitations of modern antifreeze products for the design and maintenance of fire protection systems
• Explain the approach of required removal and modifications of legacy antifreeze systems

Troy Wiltbank

Troy has more than 23 years in the fire protection industry with a focus on foam suppression applications for both Class A and B hazards. He has extensive experience including projects for Fuel Storage Terminals, Hazardous Waste Treatment, Computer Chip Manufacturing and the Aviation Industry. Troy conducts training and consulting throughout the country with his extensive knowledge of NFPA codes and standards related to flammable liquids including NFPA 11, 16, 30, 409 and 418.

Continuing Education (see details under Certificate section below)

- International Code Council - ICC Approved for 0.1 CEU's

- NICET Continuing Professional Development

- Pennsylvania UCC Approved Continuing Education Provider

- Texas Commission on Fire Protection Continuing Education

Certificate of Completion:

• Each participant registered, attending the full live training webinar or viewing the post-live recorded on-demand webinar will receive a Certificate of Completion (you must be registered under your name to receive a certificate, one certificate per registered participant). This certificate will include the participants name, training subject, date, number of training hours completed and the Fire Smarts name, address and phone number.
• Certificates will comply with International Code Council (ICC) CEU requirements for ICC approved training courses. Fire Smarts is an approved training provider of the ICC. ICC CEU’s are assigned based on 0.1 CEU per training contact hour.
• Certificates can be used as supporting documentation for CPD points required for NICET certification. This applies to the “Additional Education” section of NICET Policy #30 on Continuing Professional Development that allows for CPD points for education to advance, broaden and enhance technical knowledge and job skills.
• Certificates can be used as supporting documentation for credit hours required for re-certification as part of the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC) program. Continuing education credit is determined as one credit per training contact hour.
• Certificates can be used as supporting documentation for continuing education (CE) hours for Texas Commission on Fire Protection certifications. Fire Smarts is a continuing education source under "Nationally Recognized Training Providers”. Continuing education hours are determined as one CE hour per training contact hour.

Webinar Training

This webinar is presented online in a directing and discussion style of teaching. A clear and detailed presentation of the content is given with the aid of PowerPoint presentation slides. Participant questions are encouraged to facilitate understanding and practical application exercises will be given where applicable to the content.