Format: Instant Access Recorded Course
CEUs: Based on 10 contact hours of training (see CEUs tab for details)
Course Description: This 10-hour course discusses bracing and piping support for fire sprinkler systems with a focus on protecting these systems from seismic events. Participants will learn the requirements for the design and installation of hangers and fasteners for fire sprinkler piping with various types of construction. An overview of seismic protection requirements is provided for an initial understanding of seismic terms, followed by an in-depth training on the proper application of seismic bracing requirements including flexibility, clearance, bracing, seismic force calculations, lateral and horizontal loads, and determination of the zone of influence.
Course Modules:
Module 1 - Fire Sprinkler System Piping Support – 1hr
This course reviews the essential requirements for the design and installation of hangers as required by NFPA 13 ‘Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems’. The rules for the custom design of hangers and the support of non-system components is covered. This includes hanger components which are specifically required to be listed for fire protection use. The presenter will discuss the requirements for the installation of hangers and fasteners when used with concrete, steel, and wood construction. This includes a thorough review of using trapeze hangers and their benefits when designing building structures using the lightest loads possible. This presentation will also review piping Installation requirements including spacing rules, clearance requirements, and permitted unsupported lengths. Finally, participants will learn about the design requirements for supporting risers and standpipes.
Module 2 - Seismic Protection for Fire Sprinkler Systems Overview – 1hr
This course focuses on an overview of the seismic protection requirements for fire sprinkler systems based on NFPA 13 ‘Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems’. The presentation will cover seismic bracing requirements and the calculation of seismic forces present in the Zone of Influence (ZOI). The presenter will also discuss the various considerations in determining the components in the brace assembly and proper layout to distribute the seismic loads throughout the system.
Module 3 - Seismic Protection for Fire Sprinkler Systems – 8hrs
Seismic protection for fire sprinkler systems is a fact of life for many locations. This course is designed for those who have an understanding of seismic terms with a focus on the proper application of the requirements for seismic protection including flexibility, clearance, and bracing. Further, participants of the course will learn to apply the concepts of lateral and horizontal loads, determine the zone of influence, and the calculation and layout of seismic bracing.
Ralph E. Bless, Jr., P.E., CFPS, SET
Ralph 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.
Russ Leavitt, SET, CFPS
Russ Leavitt is the Executive Chair of Telgian Holdings. With over 42 years of experience, he holds a Level IV certification from NICET in Fire Sprinkler Layout and Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) designation. He is chair of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Board of Directors. He is the former chair of the NFPA 13 Sprinkler System Discharge Criteria technical committee and continues to serve on the committee along with the NFPA 13 Installation committee as well as the NFPA 3, NFPA 4 909, and 914 technical committees. Russ conducts seminars internationally on a variety of fire and life safety related subjects and has authored a number of articles and training materials.
Continuing Education (see details under Certificate section below)
- CAL FIRE - CEU Approved for 1.0 CEU
- International Code Council - ICC Approved for 1.0 CEU
- 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 CAL FIRE CEU requirements for CAL FIRE approved training courses per Title 19. Fire Smarts is a CAL FIRE approved provider for this training course which may be used towards California certified sprinkler fitter continuing education requirements that include completing 30 hours every three years to maintain the state certification (Section 946). CAL FIRE CEU’s are assigned based on 0.1 CEU per training contact hour. Learn more about CAL FIRE licenses and registration at https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/govmotus-fire
- 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.
Recorded Online Training
This training course is presented in a recorded online format using a directing and discussion style of teaching. A clear and detailed presentation of the content is given with the aid of PowerPoint presentation slides.
