The first step in a successful fire sprinkler installation is building an accurate cost estimate for bid purposes. This course highlights the process of estimating costs associated with a fire sprinkler installation project and submiting a bid that is competitive and considers all applicable conditions for a specific project.
Attendee will receive 14 contact hours (NICET and ICC approved).
This course is intended to provide training in multipurpose residential sprinkler systems for participants seeking licensure as a Multipurpose residential fire sprinkler contractor (F-5) or Multipurpose residential fire sprinkler journeyperson (F-6) in the State of Connecticut.
This course will give installers the skills and knowledge to competently install multipurpose residential fire sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings. This class is based upon the two major installation standards for these residential sprinkler systems: NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two- Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, 2016 Edition and Section P2904 of the International Residential Code, 2018 edition which is titled Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler Systems. Edition years may be adjusted based upon the licensing agency having jurisdiction.
Sprinkler system installation in one- and two-family dwellings differs considerably from the techniques and concepts of a “commercial” type sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems and NFPA 13R, Standard for The Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies and this class will give participants a thorough understanding of the specific requirements for installing residential fire sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.
As residential fire sprinkler systems become more widely recognized and adopted by communities, it becomes more important than ever to understand the requirements of proper design and installation. More than the commercial market, the residential environment is subject on the job changes and less engineering oversight and as a result the residential sprinkler system installer must have a thorough understanding of all aspects of residential sprinkler systems. A solid understanding of the requirements of the installation standards and how they are applied is the key to a successful installation. This class will guide the participant through the requirements of NFPA 13D as well as the alternate approaches, such as IRC P2904.
The curriculum consists of five basic modules with various sub-sections. Successful completion of this curriculum will ensure that the participant gains a comprehensive understanding of the following topics: Residential fire problem, principles of combustion, rules governing installation, components and acceptable materials, residential fire sprinklers, spacing and location of residential sprinklers, obstruction rules, water supplies, backflow prevention, installation techniques of copper tube, PEX tubing and CPVC piping, and acceptance testing and maintenance. The concentration will be on multipurpose residential fire sprinkler systems