Fire Protection Engineering Systems Design per NFPA This is a fast-paced program designed to present all major topics relative to the Fire Safety Systems Design & Engineering per NFPA. The program duration is 25 days of Full time Instruction consisting of concept theory, problem solving, design, detailed engineering along with a project. The program duration is 30 days of Full time Instruction consisting of concept theory, problem solving, design, detailed engineering & drafting along with a project.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is applicable to mechanical and HVAC engineers, process engineers, architects, building designers, contractors, energy auditors, facility managers who are involved in the design and installation of plumbing systems.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
This course aims to provide, in a structured manner, an organized and comprehensive framework for fire safety and building fire protection design. The course particularly aims to help those who have recently been given responsibility in fire safety and those who seek structured and comprehensive guidance on the fundamentals of fire safety design methods and approved practices. On completion of the course the participants should be in a position to make a significant contribution in the design of appropriate fire safety systems for a fairly complex building.
MAJOR COURSE MODULES
I) Fire Protection Engineering Systems Design per NFPA
➢ Fire Safety Systems ➢ Fire Detection & Alarm Systems ➢ Fire
Suppression Systems ➢ Water- Based Fire Systems – Sprinkler,
Standpipe, and Hydrant. ➢ Foam-Based Fire Systems – Hi, Med, Low
Expansion. ➢ Chemical Based Fire Systems- Dry Powder, Wet
Chemical. ➢ Gaseous Based Fire Systems- CO
DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION
I) Fire Protection Engineering Systems Design per NFPA
Module – 1) Fire Systems
Fire Class & Extinguishing Agent
Module – 2) Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
A. Introduction
System Components
B. Alarm Devices
Introduction
Requirement
Absolute Safety
Protection against Hazards
Reasons for Fire
Building Services Modernization
Classification of Fire Safety Systems
Passive Fire Safety
Active Fire Safety
Fire Detection & Alarm System
Fire Suppression System
Codes & Standards
Organizations
Design and steps for protection
Fire Dynamics
Fire Tetrahedron
Fire Extinguishing Methods
Fire Extinguishing Agents
Fire Classes
Comparison of Classes
Types
I. Manual Detection
Distance
II. Automatic Detection
Role
System
Architecture
Interfacing
System & Products (Codes & Standards)
Purpose
Break Glass
Types
Location
Mounting Height
Fire Signatures
Fire Development
Smoke Detectors
Ionization
Photoelectric
DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION (contd)
Aspirating systems
D. System Design
Zoning
E. Wiring
Wireless Systems
F. Fire Alarm Control Panel:
Fire-Gas Detectors
III. Special Applications
Fixed
RoR (Rate of Rise)
Flame Detectors
Air Sampling Detector
Duct Detector
Beam Detector
Search distance
Mounting Height
Obstruction
Placement
Coverage Areas
Spacing
Corridors
Distance from Obstructions
Flat/Apex ceilings
Beams/Partitions
Voids
Lift Shafts/Stairs
Wires
Clamping
Wiring Classes
Class a/Class b
Tapping
Functions
Types – Conventional/Addressable
Conventional
Functioning
Control Panel
Schematic
Application Example
Addressable
Functioning
Control Panel
Schematic
Application Example
Repeater Panel
Isolator Module
Monitor Module
Control Module
Lift Interface
Door Control
Fire Phone Auto Dialer
Gate Barriers
DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION (contd)
G. Networking
Networking Cable
Module – 3) Fire Suppression Systems
A. Portable Fire Extinguishers
Method of Operation
B. Foam-Based Fire Suppression
Limitations
C. Gaseous-Based Fire Suppression
Types
I. Carbon Dioxide Systems
Master/Slave
Application Example
Standard
Purpose
Location
Mounting Height
Search Distance
Number
Ratings
Introduction
Standard
Working Components
Types
Chemical Foam
Protein based Mechanical Foam
Low expansion
Medium expansion
High expansion
Special foam
Synthetic Detergent foam
Introduction
Standard
Properties
Drawbacks
Extinguishing Mechanism
Method of Application
Total Flooding System
Local Application System
Typical Applications
System Configuration
Storage
Method of Actuation
Automatic
Manual
Discharge Requirement
Total Flooding Agent Quantity
Detection & Control Operation
DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION (contd)
II. Halon Systems
General precautions
D. Chemical-Based Fire Suppression
Discharge Requirement
III. Clean Agent Systems
Types
I. Dry Chemical System
Types
Standards
Characteristics
Drawbacks
Physical Properties
Extinguishing Mechanism
Typical Applications
System Configuration
Method of Actuation
Standards
Definition
Types
Chemical
Inserting
Properties
Selection Criteria
Uses
Typical Applications
Limitations
System Configuration
Method of Actuation
Discharge Requirement
Design Concentration
Discharge Requirement
Total Flooding Agent Quantity
Key steps in Designing
Hazards
Introduction
Standards
Types
Comparison
Characteristics
Drawbacks
Physical Properties
Extinguishing Mechanism
Typical Applications
System Configuration
Method of Actuation
Method of Actuation
DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION (contd)
II. Wet Chemical System
Kitchen Equipment Fire Suppression
E. Water-Based Fire Suppression
NFPA Standards Related to Fire
I. Sprinkler system
Sprinkler System Water Supplies
II. Stand Pipe & Private Hydrant systems
Introduction
Types
Extinguishing Mechanism
System Configuration
Method of Actuation
Introduction
Fire Extinguishing Properties
Disadvantages
Building Occupancy Classification
Fire Sprinkler Systems
Sprinkler Head Construction
Sprinkler Temperature Ratings
Sprinkler Head Configurations
Sprinkler Head Types
Types
Components
Sprinkler System Description
Riser, Feed Main, Cross Main, Branch Line
Typical Piping Layouts – Grid, Loop, Tree
Hazard Classification- Light, Ordinary, Extra, Special
Floor Area Limitation
Protection Area of Sprinkler
Spacing
Location
Sprinkler Pipe Sizing – Pipe Schedule Method
Sprinkler Piping pressure
Piping Material, Piping Joints, Pipe Fitting Material
Pipe Wall thickness
Sprinkler Head K-Factor
Basic Design Circuit, Remote Sprinkler
Sprinkler Density Requirement
Hydraulic Analysis
Design Density
Area/Density Curves
Flow Adjustments
Riser Detail
Hazen-Williams Formula for Friction Loss
Introduction
Description
Hose Connection
Hose Valve
Hose Nozzle
Hose Storage Devices
Hose Station
DETAILED COURSE DESCRIPTION (contd)
System Design – Hydrant Number, Size, Arrangement, Location, Flow
Indicators, Body Color.
Module – 4) Passive Fire Protection
Combined Standpipe and Sprinkler System
Standpipe Classes – Class I, Class II, Class III
Fire Department Connection
Standpipe Classification – Automatic, Semi-Automatic, Manual
Standpipe Types – Dry, Wet
Requirements
Pressure Types
System Zoning
System Demand
System Design – Location, Number, Interconnection, Minimum Size
Pressure Limitation, Supply and Flow Rates
Fire Tank Sizing
Hydraulic Calculation Procedure
Drains and Test Riser
Introduction to Private Hydrant Systems
Fire Hydrant
Wall Hydrant
Wet Barrel Hydrant
Frost-proof Hydrant
Monitor Nozzle Hydrant
Hose House
Types of Construction
Separation between Buildings
Building Height Limitations
Compartmentalization
Endothermic
In tumescent
Fire-Proofing
Fire-Stop
Fire Door
Fire-Stop Pillow
Fire-Resistance Rating
Flame Spread Rating
Smoke-Developed Rating
Interior Finish
Combustible/Non-Combustible Materials
Emergency Action Plan
Egress and Safety to Life