The Introduction to 2016 NFPA 13 and Occupancy Hazard Classifications Online Training is a building block of the CFPE Learning Path and CFI-I Learning Path—a series of web-based training that can help you plot a successful journey to advanced certification.
Get an online introduction to the scope and purpose of the 2016 edition of NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.
Introduction to NFPA 13 Occupancy and Commodity Hazard Classifications begins with an overview of the lessons and instructions on how to navigate NFPA 13 Online Training. After that, we'll provide you with a general understanding of the scope and purpose of NFPA 13 as well as how the standard is organized. This online course also introduces you to the different occupancy and commodity hazard classification analysis. Then, it's time for some practice in identifying those present in "real world" structures and occupancies.
Upon completion you should be able to:
- State the goals of NFPA 13.
- Understand specific terms used in the standard.
- Understand and list the major components of the standard.
- Understand and list the difference between the use of approved and listed components in the standard.
- Understand and list the difference between the use of "shall" and "should" in the standard.
- Cite the reasons why correct hazard classification is critical as a first step in system design and analysis.
- Differentiate between the different types of hazards.
- Identify and understand the characteristics of various hazards.
Who Will Benefit:
Anyone whose job involves designing, reviewing, evaluating, or installing water-based fire protection systems, including: designers, installers, engineers, electrical contractors, technicians, project managers, fire marshals, insurers, and architects
Continuing Education Credit:
Complete this one-hour course and qualify for 0.1 CEU. Upon successful completion of a course, participants will be prompted to download the CEU certificate directly from the course site.
Please verify applicability with your professional board or organization before registering.
Group Training:
For more information or to receive a price quote for NFPA group training, please call 877-336-3280 or e-mail: grouptraining@nfpa.org.