Format: Live Webinar (recording available on-demand for those who register and are unable to attend the live presentation)
Date: August 13, 2026 2:00pm-3:30pm Eastern (1.5 hour presentation plus Q&A time) recording will be available on-demand following live webinar
Location: Online through GoToWebinar (access link will be emailed following registration, computer or compatible mobile device with Internet connection required)
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the basic operating principles and general installation requirements of centrifugal fire pumps based on NFPA 20. Participants will learn key definitions and terminology as well as the types of acceptable fire pumps available. Sizing of pump assembly components will be covered and how flow and pressure are affected. The presentation will look at various fire pump arrangements including suction piping and discharge piping components and devices. Finally, participants will learn approved means of controlling maximum discharge pressures for centrifugal fire pumps.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the purpose, scope and layout of NFPA 20.
- Learn key definitions and terminology for fire pumps.
- Identify fire pump types and assembly components.
- Learn acceptable fire pump arrangements.
Instructor
Luke Porter, P.E.
Luke Porter is a Team Lead for Telgian Engineering & Consulting. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and holds a degree in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology from Oklahoma State University.
Luke has been involved in various engineering and construction projects with emphasis on water supply analysis, hydraulic calculations, use of fire pumps and water storage tanks, as well as seismic bracing requirements for fire sprinkler systems.
Continuing Education
- International Code Council - ICC Approved for 0.15 CEUs
- NICET Continuing Professional Development
- Pennsylvania UCC Approved Continuing Education Provider
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection Continuing Education
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.
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.
