Introduction to Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems - 8hr Course - Online - May 24, 2023

Format: Live Virtual Classroom Online Training

Date: May 24, 2023 (8:00am-5:00pm Pacific)

Location: Online through GoToWebinar (access link will be emailed following registration, computer or compatible mobile device with Internet connection required)

Registration: If you are a Washington State resident you may register at no charge through Washington State Fire Marshal's Office. Students not in Washington State may register online through Fire Smarts with the applicable registration fee.

Course Description: This course introduces the attendees to water and non-water based fire suppression systems, which are used as an option to standard sprinkler systems or where sprinkler systems are ineffective with the hazard. These systems include Water-Mist (NFPA 750), Clean Agents (NFPA 2001), High Expansion Foam (NFPA 11), and CO₂ (NFPA 12). Participants will receive an overview of how the systems work, the appropriate hazards, basic design criteria, and the advantages and disadvantages for each type of system.

Troy Wiltbank

Troy is the Regional Practice Leader with Telgian Engineering and Consulting and has more than 25 years in the fire protection industry with a focus on foam suppression applications for both Class A and B hazards. He is a member of the NFPA 11 Technical Committee and 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 0.8 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, 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 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.

Live Online Training

This training course is presented in a live online virtual classroom 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. Participant questions are encouraged to facilitate understanding and practical application exercises will be given where applicable to the content.