Course Description

This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage fire fighting equipment in various settings. The focus will be on understanding the principles of fire safety, selecting and maintaining fire fighting equipment, and implementing proper management practices to ensure a safe and secure environment as per NFPA codes and standards.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this Course the participant will be able to:

1. Understand the various types of firefighting equipment and their applications.
2. Implement effective inspection and maintenance procedures to ensure equipment reliability.
3. Develop and enhance emergency response plans, integrating fire equipment usage seamlessly.
4. Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement preventive measures to minimize fire hazards.
5. Analyze real-life case studies to extract valuable lessons and improve decision-making.
6. Implement proper management practices to ensure a safe and secure environment as per NFPA codes and standards

Course Outlines:

1. Basics of Fire Science
   1. Basic Terms
   2. Fire Theories
   3. Classifications of Fires
   4. Flammable (Explosive) Limits
   5. Extinguishment Basics
2. How different Extinguishment Agents Work
   1. Extinguishment with Water & Water Mist
   2. Extinguishment with Aqueous Foams
   3. Extinguishment with Inert Gases & Halocarbons
   4. Extinguishment with Dry & Wet Chemical Agents
3. Organizing for Fire and Rescue Services
   1. Security & Emergency Response
   2. Fire Department’s Personal Protective Equipment
   3. Public Emergency Services
   4. Fire and Emergency Services Protective Clothing and Protective Equipment
   5. Community Risk Reduction
4. Fire Alarm System
   1. Fire Detection Basics
   2. Types of Signals
   3. Components of Fire Alarm System
   4. Types of Systems
   5. Alarm Devices (Initiating, Notification)
   6. Detector Selection & Installation
   7. Visual Inspection Frequencies
5. Sprinkler Systems
   1. Types of Sprinklers & Their Systems
   2. Water Mist Systems
   3. Water Spray Systems
   4. Occupancy Hazard Classification
   5. Hydraulics for Fire Protection
6. Fire Pumps
   1. Types of Fire Pumps
   2. Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) & Pump Cavitation
   3. Pump Accessories
   4. Pump Operation and Maintenance
   5. Standpipe and Hose Systems
7. Firefighting Systems Other Than Water
   1. Carbon Dioxide Systems
   2. Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
   3. Foam Extinguishing Agents and Systems
   4. Halon and Clean Agents and Systems
8. Fire Extinguishers
   1. Types and uses
   2. Fire Extinguisher Size Ratings
   3. Mounting Extinguishers
   4. Extinguisher Distribution for All Classes
   5. Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Extinguishers
9. Evacuation
   1. Components of Evacuation Time
   2. Estimating Evacuation Time
   3. What’s “Means of Egress”
   4. Design of Means of Egress
   5. Methods of Calculating Egress
   6. Occupant Load
10. Getting Information from NFPA Resources
    1. NFPA codes & Standards
    2. NFPA LiNK service