Designing Fire Protection Systems

This course describes the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems commonly used in buildings and other structures. Fire protection systems include automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe and hose systems, foam extinguishing systems, gaseous extinguishing systems, and chemical extinguishing systems. Fire alarm and detection equipment is also discussed, showing the relationship between the mechanical and electrical components of these systems.

Topics include: Introduction to fire protection systems water supply requirements Inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements and procedures Purpose, types and components of gaseous extinguishing systems Halogenated and Carbon Dioxide Gas characteristics Purpose, types and components of dry chemical systems Dry chemical characteristics Water deluge, total flooding systems Types of sprinklers, detectors, valves, flow control devices Fire alarm and detection devices. 

Intended Audience: This course is intended for Fire Protection, Industrial, Plant, Facilities, Construction, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and other engineers whose job description may require a basic knowledge of fire protection systems. 

Publication Source: US Navy (NAVEDTRA)