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Fire Alarm System Training
Instructor
Ray Gillette
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Course Overview
Introduction to Fire Alarm Systems
Objective of Fire Alarm Systems
Importance of early detection and alert
Overview of regulatory requirements (NFPA 72, local codes)
2. Types of Fire Alarm Systems
Conventional Systems
Addressable Systems
Hybrid Systems
Wireless Systems
Use cases and differences
3. Key Components and Their Functions
Fire alarm control panel (FACP)
Detectors (smoke, heat, flame, etc.)
Manual call points (pull stations)
Notification appliances (horns, strobes, speakers)
Power supplies and battery backup
4. System Architecture & Circuit Design
Initiating device circuits (IDC)
Notification appliance circuits (NAC)
Signaling line circuits (SLC)
Zoning and loop configuration
Wiring methods and supervision
5. Detection Technologies
Ionization vs. photoelectric smoke detectors
Heat detection (rate-of-rise vs. fixed temperature)
Flame and gas detection technologies
Multi-criteria detectors
6. Installation Standards and Practices
Code-compliant mounting locations
Conductor types, gauge, and cable routing
Environmental considerations
Labeling and documentation
7. Programming and Configuration
Addressable device programming
Zone mapping and cause-effect logic
Time delays, verification, and alarm priorities
Interface with building systems (HVAC, elevators, sprinklers)
8. Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
NFPA 72 inspection/test schedules
Functional testing procedures
Preventive maintenance routines
Recordkeeping and reporting
9. Troubleshooting and Common Faults
Ground faults, opens, and shorts
Device address conflicts
Communication failures
Power supply issues
10. Hands-On Practical Sessions
Panel wiring and setup
Device addressing and loop testing
Simulated fault conditions and diagnostics
Fire drill coordination and alarm response
11. Safety Protocols and Best Practices
Personal and site safety
Working around live panels
Emergency procedures and evacuation drills
12. Final Assessment and Certification
Written knowledge exam
Hands-on performance evaluation
Course completion certification
Paid
Course Level
Experts
Language
English
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Last Update
August 13, 2025
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