Format: Live Classroom Training
Date: April 12, 2017 (Morning Session: 8:00am-11:30am)
Date: April 12, 2017 (Afternoon Session: 1:00pm-4:30pm)
Location: Clark County NV, 4701 W. Russell Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89118
Course Description:
This course covers the requirements and procedures for annual fire pump testing as mandated by the 2011 edition of NFPA 25 (noted emphasis will be provided for the 2017 edition of NFPA 25 in anticipation of the upcoming adoption thereof). This seminar reviews the roles of the contractor, manufacturer’s representatives, and the AHJ as it relates to fire pumps along with the procedures used for electric motor drivers, engine drives, and alternate power where provided. Requirements for the annual performance test of fire pump systems are reviewed. The seminar concludes with exercises demonstrating plotting pump curves, using affinity laws, and determining acceptable pump performance. The process of conducting and documenting an annual fire pump test will include a review of standardized “sample” forms that aid in ensuring completion of the process and documentation thereof.
Course Purpose/Value (Learning Objectives):
The purpose of this course is to gain an understanding of the annual fire pump testing requirements. At the completion of this seminar, the participant should be able to:
- Understand the role of the contractor, manufacturer representatives and the AHJ.
- Understand annual fire pump testing requirements and procedures.
- Determine acceptable pump performance.
- Review documentation requirements and best practices.
Tracey Bellamy, P.E., CFPS
Tracey Bellamy has more than 25 years experience in the fire protection community including all areas of the fire sprinkler industry. He has extensive experience with fire suppression system design, fire hazard analysis and fire protection system inspection and testing. He is licensed as a Professional Engineer in 49 U.S. states, District of Columbia and Guam and a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS). He serves on several NFPA technical and correlating committees including NFPA 13, 15, 16, 25, 30, 30B, 101 and 5000 (building code). Tracey is a member of ASCE, NFPA, and SFPE.
Continuing Education (see details under Certificate section below)
- International Code Council - ICC Approved for 0.35 CEU's
- NICET Continuing Professional Development
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.
Live Classroom Training
This course is presented 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. Group discussion is encouraged to facilitate understanding and practical application exercises will be given where applicable to the content. A review test is given to measure learning and retention.
