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Fire Alarm Systems & Notification Devices

Embark on an insightful exploration of Fire Alarm Systems through our specialized course, meticulously tailored to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills. Discover the various types of fire alarm systems and their core objectives in safeguarding lives and property.

Duration
3
Months
Registration Fee
GHS 400
Course Fee
GHS 5000

More About The Course: Fire Alarm Systems & Notification Devices


Embark on an insightful exploration of Fire Alarm Systems through our specialized course, meticulously tailored to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills. Discover the various types of fire alarm systems and their core objectives in safeguarding lives and property. Gain an understanding of the fundamental components that constitute fire alarm systems and the methods employed to connect them to control panels.

Explore the intricacies of zoning and delve into the array of user control points and interfaces critical for effective fire alarm systems. Learn about industry standards governing fire alarm systems, discerning their role in coordinating team activities and distinguishing between standards and codes. Understand how adherence to standards can mitigate liability and minimize false alarms, while grasping the concept of Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and the occupational roles associated with it.

Hands-on proficiency takes center stage as participants delve into Life Safety and Fire Safety Systems, comprehending the stages of fire, smoke alarms, and various types of heat detectors. Acquire practical skills in installing fire safety systems while adhering to stringent safety protocols. Familiarize yourself with notification devices, including visual animation and audibles, and explore emergency response systems such as Personal Emergency Response systems and guard tour systems.

Learning Outcomes

After attending this course, You will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems
    1. Explain types of fire alarm systems.
    2. Explain the objectives of fire alarm systems
    3. Outline the basic components of fire alarm systems.
    4. Explain general methods used to connect the components of fire alarm system to a control panel.
    5. Describe the different types of zoning
    6. Describe different kinds of user control points/user interfaces
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of Standards in Fire Alarm System
    1. Describe the standards in alarm systems
    2. Describe how standards coordinate team activity
    3. Describe the differences between standards and codes
    4. Explain how compliance to standards can reduce liability and false alarms.
    5. Explain the term authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)
    6. Describe occupation that may serve as an AHJ
  3. Demonstrate skills in Life Safety and Fire Safety Systems
    1. Explain the characteristics of the stages of fire
    2. Describe smoke alarms.
    3. Identify the code reference for smoke detectors and heat detectors
    4. Describe types of heat detectors.
    5. Install fire safety systems
    6. Follow safe working procedures
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of Notification Device
    1. Describe visual animation
    2. Explain types of visual animators and their purpose
    3. Explain ADA requirement for strobes
    4. Describe types of audibles
    5. Describe decided level and how to choose one appropriately
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of emergency Responses Systems
    1. Explain Personal Emergency Response system.
    2. Describe purpose of a guard tour system.
    3. Outline various components of a lifestyle convenience system.

 

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