CFPI 2018 – Class Descriptions

1 CFPI 2018 Class Descriptions Fire Alarm Acceptance Testing & Testing Multi-criteria Devices Scott Corrin Instructor Monday, March 12, 2018 - 8:00 5:00 Session 101 8 hours This Class is specific to how systems are to be installed, inspected, and tested. It is an in depth review of the relevant Articles of the California Electric Code, specifically Article 760, appropriate provisions of CEC, Chapter 3, related to Wiring Methods and Materials, and NFPA 72, Chapter 14, Inspection, Testing & Maintenance. Historical and practical insight included, based on the instructor's 30+ years experience. Course Objectives: Provide attendees a formal, structured orientation of field installation practices, to instill a level of technical knowledge, improve confidence in their observations for subsequent approval of a fire alarm system installation, as the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

2 Target Audience: Fire Safety Systems Inspectors, General Fire Inspectors, Plan Reviewers, Inspector Supervisors, Building & Safety Electrical Inspectors, Alarm Industry Designers & Installers, related Architects & Engineers, allied Safety Professionals. Participants should bring or have electronic access to the California Electrical Code (NFPA 70), 2017 Edition & NFPA 72, 2016 Edition. NFPA 24 Underground Fire Service Mains Bruce Lacair Instructor Monday, March 12, 2018 8:00 -12:00 Session 102 4 hours This Class will walk you through the provisions of NFPA 24 - Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances. Topics will include location considerations as well as acceptable materials, inspections, and testing of these installations. Target Audience: Fire Safety Systems Inspectors, General Fire Inspectors, Plan Reviewers, Inspectors, and Supervisors.

3 NFPA 13 Hangers and Bracing Greg Shaughnessy Instructor Monday, March 12, 2018 1:00 5:00 Session 103 4 hours In our seismically active state the hanging and bracing of fire sprinkler systems is critical to the performance of these systems. In this Class you will gain a better understanding of the Hanging, Bracing, and Restraint of System Piping as required by NFPA 13. Take an in depth look at this chapter and improver your knowledge of the acceptable materials and installation methods. Target Audience: Fire Safety Systems Inspectors, General Fire Inspectors, Plan Reviewers, Inspectors, and Supervisors. Legalities of Fire Prevention Administration Robert Rowe Instructor Monday. March 12, 8:00-12:00 Session 104 4 hours This course was developed to revisit the responsibilities of the Fire Prevention Division , the importance of its existence as well as the communication between the suppression division as well as other departments within the city or county.

4 We ll look at legal considerations and the importance of continually investing in the training and professional development of inspectors as well as challenges associated with the management of an effective fire prevention program. There will be time set aside during Class for open discussion among attendees regarding challenges, experiences and ideas that will be helpful to both new and veteran fire prevention professionals. Firefighters, Fire Inspectors, Deputy Fire Marshals, Fire Marshals, Fire Chiefs, Building Inspectors, Building Officials and all other professionals within City Government who are charged with protecting the public are encouraged to attend. The curriculum will include a review of the Administrative Provisions of the fire code as well as a general overview of the Legal Considerations.

5 Target Audience: Prevention bureau managers or administrators and those interested in management positions, inspectors, and suppression personnel. Chapter 53 Medical Gas Systems Robert Neale Instructor Monday, March 12, 2018 1:00 5:00 Session 105 4 hours This half-day presentation will provide an overview of the California [International ] Fire Code permitting, design, installation and inspection requirements for medical gases and gas systems required by 5306. The course will include an overview of the construction requirements for interior and exterior storage rooms, outdoor storage, regulatory requirements for bulk storage systems and medical gas system requirements from NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code. Attendees should bring or have access to electronic copies of the California Fire Code and NFPA 99.

6 After the Fire the Red Guide to Recovery Paul M. Migdal-Instructor Monday, March 12, 2018 Session 106 4 Hours 8:00-12:00 After the Fire Resources for Residents and the Fire Service. From preparedness to recovery, what happens to your residents in the aftermath of a disaster? What can they, and you, can do to avoid the financial disaster after the physical disaster of a fire or earthquake? Learn the insights, and how-to practical steps, from a disaster recovery consultant with three decades of professional experience advocating for residents. Examples include work done for victims of the Wine Country Fires of 2017 Hurricane Harvey, the Lake County Fires of 2015, Hurricane s Rita and Katrina in 2015, the Northridge Earthquake of 1994, the Oakland Hills Fire of 1991 and many in-between. Learn to identify all the service providers and the inevitable charlatans who descend upon disaster victims.

7 Educate yourself on the disaster recovery and insurance claim process. Understanding the forces at work and the roles of everyone from insurance companies to construction contractors is the education needed to avoid pitfalls and increase the likelihood of a successful financial recovery from a fire, earthquake, storm or other disaster. Overview of NFPA 921 Robert Duval Instructor Monday, March 12, 2018 1:00 5:00 Session 107 4 Hours NFPA 921 sets the bar for scientific-based investigation and analysis of fire and explosion incidents. Referenced in the field, in training, and in court, it is the foremost guide for rendering accurate opinions as to incident origin, cause, responsibility, and prevention. It is intended for use by both public sector employees who are responsible for fire investigation and private sector professionals who conduct investigations for insurance companies or litigation purposes.

8 CSFM Fire Marshal 1A Certification Class Rocque Yballa Instructor Session 109 24 hours Fire Marshal 1A Administration and Professional Development This is the first roll out of this course to be taught to the public and it is the first of five classes for the new CFSTES Fire Marshal Series. There are no prerequisite to take this Class but students should already be assigned and working within a fire prevention bureau or division. This course will cover administration, personnel administration, strategic and operational planning, budgeting, record keeping, and professional development from the prospective of a fire prevention manager. Target Audience: This Class is designed for those individuals assigned to fire prevention duties seeking their next level of supervision and management. This course is intended for those individuals seeking certification or validation as a manager in a fire prevention bureau or division.

9 Fire Resistive Construction Stuart Tom Instructor Tuesday, March 13 8:00 5:00 Session 201 8 hours CFPI has been asked to repeat our most popular classes so those that missed it the first time around may attend. This is one of those opportunities to attend a very popular and informative Class with one of the best instructors having both building and fire department experience. When inspecting existing buildings it often falls on prevention personnel to ensure that the fire resistance of a building is maintained over the life of the building. In order to do this effectively it is helpful to understand how the building was supposed to be built in the first place. Chapter 7 of the CBC establishes the requirements for Fire Resistive Construction. Learn the difference between fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers and smoke partitions.

10 Understand where each type of wall is required. Learn how to read fire resistance markings on glazing and other fire protective features. Understand the purpose of shaft construction, and when it is required. Participate in a discussion to learn more about fire dampers, smoke dampers, combination dampers and ceiling radiation dampers. Examples of common code violations will be presented to show attendees what to look for during construction and also during annual inspections. NFPA 20 Fire Pumps; plan review through acceptance testing Andrew Thul Instructor Tuesday, March 13 8:00-12:00 Session 202 4 hours Get the basics of fire pump plan review and acceptance. This Class will take a look at the acceptable drivers for the fire pumps, explain the purpose of a variable speed limiting control (variable speed drive) controller, identify and explain the information found on a pump nameplate, identify which pump assembly requires a circulation relief valve and explain its purpose, locate and explain the requirements for protecting fire pump equipment, locate and explain the requirements for the pump suction piping, explain the purpose of pump bypass piping, explain the acceptable water sources for a fire pump: Reliable water works (public supply), storage tank, raw water source, etc.