Mack
Miller
NFPA 13, 2019 Edition Update Russ Leavitt Track: NFPA Standards Training The 2019 edition of NFPA 13 is a complete reformat of the previous editions. This seminar provides an overview of the new format and how to use the reorganized document. It also includes a review of the major technical revisions included in the new edition. (0.2 CEUs | 2.0 CPDs | 2.0 contact hours) NFPA 13: Installation Changes to the 2016 Edition Bob Caputo Track: NFPA Standards Training This program
Mozak
Paul
NFPA Standards Training This session will look at the various obstruction rules in Chapter 8 of NFPA 13 and outline the application of the rules based on the type of sprinkler being installed. The program will outline where the various sprinkler rules should be applied, including the three and four times rules, and also define types of obstructions to better apply the standard. (0.2 CEUs | 2.0 CPDs | 2.0 contact hours)
NFPA 13 Obstruction Rules Explained Roland Huggins Track:
NFPA 13R: Changes to the 2016 Edition, Plus IBC Applications Pete Schwab, Wayne Automatic Sprinklers Track: NFPA Standards Training This seminar will explore changes to the 2016 edition of NFPA 13R. Discussion will include clarifications for sprinkler protection of buildings with residential and mixed occupancies as modified in the 2016 edition, and important changes for corridors in conjunction with the 2015 International Building Code (IBC). Finally, we will examine upcoming modifications to the 2018 IBC for protection of attics resulting from the spectacular conflagration of the Avalon Bay apartment complex in Edgewater, New Jersey. This course is a must for sprinkler contractors active in the NFPA 13R residential market. (0.15 CEUs | 1.5 CPDs | 1.5 contact hours)
Designer training is provided in the following seminars. Note that some seminars are concurrent while some seminar blocks do not offer a related seminar. Sunday, September 30 1:00pm NFPA 13 Obstruction Rules Explained (offered again on 10/3) - or - NFPA 20: Fire Pump Design and Installation for Fire Protection Contractors Diesel Fire Pumps: Design and Installation Considerations - or - Ambiguities in NFPA 13
Monday, October 1 8:00am 3D Coordination vs. BIM in the Fire Sprinkler System Design Phase - or - NICET Certification 10:00am
Fire Sprinkler System Design for Storage Occupancies
1:00pm
NFPA 14, 2019 Update and 2022 Preview
3:30pm
Designing Protection for Attics & Concealed Spaces (offered again on 10/3)
Tuesday, October 2 8:00am New! NFPA Certified Water-Based System Professional Program 10:00am Freeze Protection of Fire Sprinkler Systems - or - Design Management: The Least Expensive Profit Enhancement - or - NFPA 13, 2019 Edition Update Wednesday, October 3 8:00am Designing Protection for Attics & Concealed Spaces (repeat of 9/30) and Building Owner 10:00am
Delivering the Water: The Challenges of Rack Storage Protection - or - NFPA 13 Obstruction Rules Explained (repeat of 10/1)
28 Sprinkler Age | July/August 2018
Schwab
will address significant technical changes from the 2013 to the 2016 edition of NFPA 13, with explanation of the reason for each change. Participants will understand where and why each technical change was considered and how it was addressed by the technical committee. This program should appeal to sprinkler designers, estimators, and engineers, fire code officials, and plan reviewers. (0.15 CEUs | 1.5 CPDs | 1.5 contact hours)
Seminars Spotlight: Designer Training
3:30pm
Scandaliato
NFPA 14, 2019 Update and 2022 Preview Steve Leyton, Protection Design and Consulting Track: NFPA Standards Training The recently closed 2019 revision cycle for NFPA 14 brought several significant changes to the standard. The program will include updates to NFPA 14, 2019 edition, and how the standard is evolving to address and incorporate the firefighting strategies, practices and equipment that are in use throughout the fire service. With nearly a third of the technical committee now composed of fire service and enforcer members, the 2022 cycle will
