Classifying Conditions Found During ITM of Fire Protection Systems - 1hr - Recorded Webinar

Format: Instant Access Recorded Webinar

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

Course Description: NFPA 25 ‘Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems’ contains guidance in Annex Table A.3.3.8 for the classification of abnormal conditions found during the performance of ITM. This table provides valuable information for property owners, enforcers, and service providers, however, its use must be accompanied by an understanding of its purpose, limitations, and of the additional guidance provided in the Annex. The 2023 edition of the standard has extensive revisions to the table along with a reorganization of the associated text to ensure that it is used properly. This course examines the history of the table including the changes that have occurred since its introduction in the 2011 edition. The presenter will also provide an examination of how to effectively classify conditions based on the standard.

Learning Objectives:
• Define the terms impairment, non-critical deficiency, and critical deficiency
• Locate and properly apply Table A.3.3.8 for the classification of system conditions
• Understand and explain the associated text for classifying deficiencies and impairments
• Explain and apply the use of judgement when classifying conditions

Russ Leavitt, SET, CFPS

Russ Leavitt is the Executive Chair of Telgian Holdings. He is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, holds a Level IV certification from NICET in Fire Sprinkler Layout, and is a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS). He is a licensed contractor with 43 years of experience in the design, installation, and testing of fire protection systems. Russ is a member of the NFPA Board of Directors and is the Immediate Past Chair. He serves on numerous NFPA Technical Committees. He has authored a number of articles and training materials that are used throughout the industry.

Continuing Education (see details under Certificate section below)

- International Code Council - ICC Approved for 0.8 CEU's

- NICET Continuing Professional Development

- ACE Certifications Continuing Education

- Pennsylvania UCC Approved Continuing Education Provider

- Texas Commission on Fire Protection Continuing Education

Certificate of Completion:

• Each participant registered, completing the sign-in sheet and attending the full training session will receive a Certificate of Completion. 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 continuing education training required by Academy Certification Exams for ACE Certifications. Fire Smarts is an ACE Recognized Training Provider. Continuing education credit is determined as one training credit per training contact hour.
• 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.