The CFPE Live Virtual Training is based on the job requirements found in Chapter 7 of NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, 2014 edition. This course will help the participants to perform their jobs, and along with additional study, assist them in preparing for certification examinations.
Five days of practical and interactive, expert-led instruction teaches you how to apply NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, concepts in today's complex built environment, and sharpens your skills around codes and standards requirements involving automatic sprinkler systems and fire alarm and signaling systems. The program also reviews the administrative sections of NFPA 1, Fire Code, so you understand legal issues relevant to the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
At NFPA®, we understand how important your credibility is with your employers, your peers, and the public you serve. That's why we offer the training you need to expand your knowledge and take the first step towards new opportunities to grow your career. This course is your first step to preparing for the rigorous CFPE exam.
The course will familiarize participants with:
- The responsibilities of a fire plan examiner and the knowledge required to perform the job
- How to perform occupant load calculations
- The use and application of NFPA codes and standards in fire plan examination
- How to evaluate means of egress and their components
- How to classify occupancies
CFPE Certification Application and Examination Scheduling
You may wish to schedule your certification exam following completion of this course. NFPA encourages you to begin your certification application process as soon as you complete the course registration.
The CFPE certification exam is available as a computer-based test at Prometric testing centers around the world. You may bring only NFPA published hardcopy of the NFPA code set reference books to the exam. For information on how to apply for the certification, pay associated certification fees, and schedule your examination, click the following: NFPA - How to become certified
Additional resources include: Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) Online Learning Path.
Who Will Benefit:
Those people planning to take the CFPE certification examination, as well as fire service professionals, code officials, AHJs, insurance professionals, and others expected to maintain this certification as part of their employment requirements.
Continuing Education Credit:
Earn 25 hours or 2.5 Continuing Education Units. Attendance is required to earn CEUs. Please verify applicability with your professional board or organization before attending.
Group Training:
For more information or to receive a price quote for NFPA group training, please e-mail: grouptraining@nfpa.org.
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