Sprinkler Training Course Listings

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Fire Protection BureauLicensing & Certification Programs(360) 596-3946 Fax: (360) 596-3934E-Mail: [email protected]

Registrations for classes offered September to December will be available after July 1, 2015

All classes will be taught by Fire Smarts, LLC of Gilbert Arizona. The maximum number of students for any class is 35.

Classes with less than 10 people enrolled will be cancelled and may be rescheduled at a different location.

Fire Sprinkler Training Courses For 2015Classes are held only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Class TitleTrainingHours

Date(s) Time Location

1 Fire Sprinkler Installation and Placementper NFPA 13

16 April 21 & 22, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM Port Orchard

2 NFPA 20 – Fire Pumps 16 April 28 & 29, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM Tacoma

3 Plan Review for Fire Sprinkler Systems 16 May 5 & 6, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM Bellevue

4 Plan Review for Fire Sprinkler Systems 8 May 19, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM

Renton5 NFPA 25 Overview 4 May 20, 2015 8 AM to 12 PM

6Fire Service Mains and theirAppurtenances (Underground)

4 May 20, 2015 1 PM to 5 PM

7 Plan Review for Fire Sprinkler Systems 8 June 2, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM

Vancouver8Fire Service Mains and theirAppurtenances (Underground)

4 June 3, 2015 8 AM to 12 PM

9NFPA 13D – Plumber InstalledResidential Fire Sprinkler Systems

4 June 3, 2015 1 PM to 5 PM

10Fire Sprinkler System Requirements forStorage

8 June 16, 2015 8 AM to 5 PMMt. Vernon

11NFPA 13D – Plumber InstalledResidential Fire Sprinkler Systems

8 June 17, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM

12 Plan Review for Fire Sprinkler Systems 16 Sept. 15 & 16, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM Olympia


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Fire Protection BureauLicensing & Certification Programs(360) 596-3946 Fax: (360) 596-3934E-Mail: [email protected]

Registrations for classes offered September to December will be available after July 1, 2015

All classes will be taught by Fire Smarts, LLC of Gilbert Arizona. The maximum number of students for any class is 35.

Classes with less than 10 people enrolled will be cancelled and may be rescheduled at a different location.

Fire Sprinkler Training Courses For 2015Classes are held only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Class TitleTrainingHours

Date(s) Time Location

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NFPA 13D – Plumber Installed Residential Fire

Sprinkler Systems 8 Oct. 13, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM

Spokane4 NFPA 25 Overview 4 Oct. 14, 2015 8 AM to 12 PM

5Fire Service Mains and their Appurtenances(Underground)

4 Oct. 14, 2015 1 PM to 5 PM

6NFPA 25 Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems, NICET Test Preparation

16 Nov. 17 & 18, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM Shoreline

7 NFPA 20 – Fire Pumps 16 Dec. 8 & 9, 2015 8 AM to 5 PM Spokane

8Intermediate Seismic Protection for FireSprinkler Systems

4 Dec. 15, 2015 8 AM to 12 PM

Woodinville9

Advanced Seismic Protection for Fire SprinklerSystems

4 Dec. 15, 2015 1 PM to 5 PM

0Hydraulic Calculations for Sprinkler Systems – Part 1

4 Dec. 16, 2015 8 AM to 12 PM

1 Hydraulic Calculations for Sprinkler Systems –

Part 2

4 Dec. 16, 2015 1 PM to 5 PM


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Fire Protection Bureau Licensing & Certification Programs (360) 596-3946 Fax: (360) 596-3934

E-Mail: [email protected]

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CLASS DESCRIPTION

12. Plan Review for Fire Sprinkler Systems

Dates: September 15-16, 2015 Time: 8 am - 5 pm Duration: 16 Hours

Course Synopsis:

The approval of fire sprinkler systems includes a review of the design documents and an onsite

verification of the completed system. This 16 hour course takes attendees through a step‐by‐step review

of fire sprinkler working drawings, the accompanying hydraulic calculations, and the requirements for

acceptance testing of the system. This course utilizes the requirements found in the 2013 editions of

NFPA 13 and 13R. Attendees will work with an actual fire sprinkler working plan and the accompanying

hydraulic calculations.

Cost: FREE

Audience: Contractors, COC's, AHJ

Required NFPA Standard: This course requires that students have the 2013 edition of NFPA

13 and 13R (not included).

Class 12 will be held at: Black Lake Fire Station 95

5911 Black Lake Blvd. SW

Olympia, WA 98512

Instructor: Fire Smarts, LLC

mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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2015 FIRE SPRINKLER REGISTRATION FORM

Name of Attendee: SFMO Use Only

Date Received Course

12

Email Address:

Employer / Agency:

Mailing Address:

City, State, Zip:

Work Phone #: Contact Phone #:

I am attending as or

on behalf of:

Sprinkler Industry Local AHJ Other

Sprinkler City/County Agency Maintenance Staff

Other State/Federal Agency Student

Place a checkmark next to the course you’re registering for.

Class Date Location

12.

Plan Review for Fire Sprinkler

Systems

Sept. 15-16, 2015

8 am – 5 pm

Black Lake Fire Station 95

5911 Black Lake Blvd. SW

Olympia, WA 98512

USE THIS REGISTRATION FORM ONLY FOR THE CLASSES SHOWN

How to Register for Training:

1. Print clearly, completing all fields. One student and one course per registration form.2. Return to the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) no less than 15 calendar days prior to the course.

This can be done by e-mailing the form to [email protected] or faxing it to (360) 596-3934.

3. Training spots are given on a first come, first serve basis.4. An e-mail confirmation will be sent no later than 10 days prior to the training.

Attendance is limited to the number of seats offered per course.

You MUST register with the SFMO to attend.

No Walk-Ins will be allowed. 5. If you are unable to attend the training after completing registration, please notify the SFMO as

soon as possible. The next person selected will come from a waiting list.6. Courses with less than 10 students will be cancelled. This notice will be given no later than 5 days

before the course. You will be notified via e-mail and phone.

7. To obtain CEU credits or a Certificate of Attendance, you need to attend the entire training course.

8. Check the course description to see if you need to bring an NFPA standard. They will not be

provided at the training.

9. There is no registration fee; this class is free.

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CLASS DESCRIPTION

13. NFPA 13D –

Plumber Installed Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems Date: Oct. 13, 2015 Time: 8 am - 5 pm Duration: 8 Hours

Course Synopsis:

This course introduces the plumbing contractor to residential fire sprinklers. It covers the purpose of

residential sprinklers and the basic design concepts. The types of systems are reviewed in detail

including multipurpose, network, and passive systems. The requirements for pipe, fittings, sprinklers,

and system appurtenances are discussed. The location and positioning of sprinklers is covered with an

emphasis on correct application of sprinkler Types. This seminar reviews hydraulic calculations required

by NFPA 13D and well as the hydraulic consequences when making field changes to sprinkler layout,

pipe sizes and lengths, or the system riser location. The seminar concludes by reviewing the

requirement for system acceptance including the performance of “bucket tests.”



13D (not included).

Class 13 will be held at: Spokane Fire Training Center

1618 N. Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217




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Employer / Agency:

Mailing Address:

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Class Date Location

13.NFPA 13D – Plumber InstalledResidential Fire Sprinkler Systems

Oct. 13, 2015

8 am – 5 pm

Spokane Fire Training Center

1618 N. Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217






Attendance is limited to the number of seats offered per course. You MUST register with the SFMO to attend. No Walk-Ins will be allowed.

5. If you are unable to attend the training after completing registration, please notify the SFMO assoon as possible. The next person selected will come from a waiting list.

6. Courses with less than 10 students will be cancelled. This notice will be given no later than 5 days







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CLASS DESCRIPTION

14. NFPA 25 Overview Date: Oct. 14, 2015 Time: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Duration: 4 Hours

Course Synopsis:

NFPA 25 is one of the misunderstood and misapplied standards in use today. This course examines the

scope and purpose of NFPA 25. Owner, AHJ, and contractor responsibilities are reviewed for issues such

as accessibility, freeze protection, reporting, and safety. The issue of contractor and owner liability is

discussed in detail. The layout of the standard is reviewed and the scope of inspections, tests, and

maintenance is reviewed for major systems including sprinklers, standpipes, and fire pumps.


Required NFPA Standard: This course requires that students have the 2013 edition of NFPA25 (not included).


1618 N. Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217




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Class Date Location

14.NFPA 25 Overview Oct. 14, 2015

8 am – 12 pm


1618 N. Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217
















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CLASS DESCRIPTION

15. Fire Service Mains and their Appurtenances (Underground) Date: Oct. 14, 2015 Time: 1 pm – 5 pm Duration: 4 Hours

Course Synopsis:

The 2013 edition of NFPA 24 Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and their

Appurtenances contains the latest requirements and information regarding the installation of

underground water supply piping for fire protection systems. This course examines the requirements

for the components used in these systems along with the installation requirements. Chapter 10 of NFPA

13 is an extract of the material found in NFPA 24 but does not include fire hydrants, hose houses, and

other system devices.



24 (not included).


1618 N. Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217




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Class Date Location

15.

Fire Service Mains and their Appurtenances (Underground)

Oct. 14, 2015

1 pm – 5 pm


1618 Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217















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CLASS DESCRIPTION

16. NFPA 25 Inspection and Testing of Water

Based Systems, NICET Test PreparationDate: Nov. 17-18, 2015 Time: 8 am - 5 pm Duration: 16 Hours

Course Synopsis:

This 16 hour course is focused on preparing for the successful completion of the NICET examination

requirements for NICET certification through Level II for the inspection and testing of water‐based

suppression systems. This seminar is focused on the understanding and use of NFPA 25. NPFA 25 is the

only document allowed to be referenced while taking the examinations. In addition, basic inspector

procedures and safety requirements are reviewed. The seminar utilizes timed practice quizzes totaling

200 questions to give hands‐on experience in using NFPA 25 under exam‐like conditions. Note: This

course requires that students have the 2014 edition of NFPA 25 (not included).



25 (not included).

Class 2 will be held at: Shoreline Fire

17525 Aurora Ave. N.

Shoreline, WA. 98133




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Class Date Location

16.NFPA 25 Inspection and Testing of

Water ‐Based Systems, NICET Test Preparation

Nov. 17-18, 2015

8 am – 5 pm

Shoreline Fire

17525 Aurora N.

Shoreline, WA. 98133















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CLASS DESCRIPTION

17. NFPA 20 – Fire Pumps Date: Dec. 8-9, 2015 Time: 8 am - 5 pm Duration: 16 Hours

Course Synopsis:

This 16 hour course provides a detailed review of the design, installation, and acceptance testing of

stationary fire pumps. The seminar begins with a review of basic pump principles including laminar and

balanced flow along with basic hydraulic principles. The difference between centrifugal and positive

displacement pumps will be examined. The attendees will learn about the various types of centrifugal

fire pumps and how each are best applied. The performance requirements, selection and sizing of

pumps will be discussed with hands‐on activities to give experience in choosing the most cost effective

fire pump. Installation requirements will be thoroughly reviewed with illustrations of acceptable and

unacceptable layouts. The purpose of pressure maintenance (jockey) pumps will be thoroughly

examined including methods for choosing the correct capacity. The requirement for motor drivers,

engine drivers, and their controllers will be examined. Finally, the seminar examines the requirements

for acceptance testing and the required documentation for an approved fire pump installation.



20 (not included).


1618 N. Rebecca St.Spokane, WA. 99217




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Class Date Location

17.

NFPA 20 – Fire PumpsDec. 8-9, 2015

8 am – 5 pm

Spokane Fire training Center

1618 N. Rebecca St.

Spokane, WA. 99217
















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CLASS DESCRIPTION

18. Intermediate Seismic Protection for Fire Sprinkler Systems Date: Dec. 15, 2015 Time: 8 am – 12 pm Duration: 4 Hours

Course Synopsis:

Seismic protection for fire sprinkler systems is a fact of life for many locations. This course is designed

for those who have an understanding of seismic terms with a focus on the proper application of the

requirements for seismic protection. The content is based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 13.



13 (not included).

Class 18 will be held at: Woodinville Fire & Rescue

17718 Woodinville Snohomish Rd N.E.

Woodinville, WA 98072




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Class Date Location

18.Intermediate Seismic Protection forFire Sprinkler Systems

Dec. 15 2015

8 am – 12 pm

Woodinville Fire & Rescue


Woodinville, WA. 98072















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CLASS DESCRIPTION

19. Advanced Seismic Protection for Fire Sprinkler Systems Date: Dec. 15, 2015 Time: 1 pm – 5 pm Duration: 4 Hours

Course Synopsis:

This course is designed for those who have a solid understanding of seismic terms and application of

flexibility, clearance, and bracing. Attendees of the session will learn to apply the concepts of lateral and

horizontal loads, determine the zone of influence, and the calculation and layout of seismic bracing. The

content is based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 13.


Required NFPA Standard: This course requires that students have the 2013 edition of NFPA13 (not included).







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19. Advanced Seismic Protection for FireSprinkler Systems

Dec. 15, 2015

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CLASS DESCRIPTION

20. Hydraulic Calculations for Sprinkler Systems –

Part 1 Date: Dec. 16, 2015 Time: 8 am – 12 pm Duration: 4 Hours

Course Synopsis:

This 4 hour course introduces the participants to the basics of hydraulic calculations including sprinkler

operating pressure, elevation pressure, and friction‐loss. This course will examine the density/area

approach to determine design criteria including water demand for sprinklers and hose allowance. A

review of the common system configurations is conducted examining the benefits of each. The

requirements for performing hydraulic calculations as per NFPA 13 are discussed including the required

forms, C‐values, and equivalent lengths.



13 (not included).



Woodinville, WA 98072




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Class Date Location

20.Hydraulic Calculations for SprinklerSystems – Part 1

Dec. 15 2015

8 am – 12 pm


















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CLASS DESCRIPTION

21. Hydraulic Calculations for Sprinkler Systems –

Part 2 Date: Dec. 16, 2015 Time: 1 pm – 5 pm Duration: 4 Hours

Course Synopsis:

This 4 hour course builds on Course One by reviewing hydraulic principles for calculating specific

application sprinklers using minimum K‐factors and pressure. The principles for determining the

hydraulically most demanding area are reviewed along with changing the sprinkler area of coverage,

density, and orifice size to find the most efficient system layout and configuration. The calculation

concepts for using looped and gridded configurations are examined.



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Class Date Location

21.Hydraulic Calculations for SprinklerSystems – Part 2

Dec. 16, 2015

1 pm – 5 pm
















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