Franklin
Room - C [Fire Protection
Systems Series]
014. Carbon Monoxide Alarm and Detection Requirements IBC/NFPA 720
Franklin
Room - D
[Potluck
- Fire Codes, Investigation, Firefighter Safety, Etc..]
042.
The Compliance Engine - Brycer
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Breakout Session
Outlines and Program Descriptions
This
logo in the program description indicates this lecture has an
application for approval by the Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) for continuing
education credit for building officials, fire protection inspectors,
building inspectors and those who receive a separate certification
from the State of Ohio OBBS.
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001. Emergency
Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES) and the UL
Certification Program.
Presented by: UL Solutions
This program will
provide an update on UL Solutions' latest certificate program on
Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES)
The UL Solutions certification
program forms a strong connection among the ERCES service providers,
building owners, code authorities and UL Solutions. Certification
provides confidence to all stakeholders that these systems comply with
all of the elements found in the model codes, along with National Fire
Protection Association NFPA 1221 or NFPA 1225 and International Fire
Code IFC Section 510.
In-building emergency responder radio systems are an important life
safety technology that provide emergency responders an effective and
reliable means with which to communicate in environments that present
interference and coverage concerns.
002. A Look into School / Educational Occupancy Entryways: Just
How Safe Are They?
Presented by: Springfield Township Fire department (Ohio)
This presentation will discuss the differences between two recent
schools, a new school and a renovated school. To show the new types of
materials being used, samples of bullet proof drywall which were used
will be passed around. There will be one virgin piece of drywall and a
piece that has been shot with a firearm. We will discuss bullet proof
glass versus Lexan covered glass and how the other school decided not to
use those materials. Security doors both interior and exterior will be
discussed and how it may affect fire alarms and access if the fire alarm
is activated. The amount of glass in the newer schools has brought on
newer challenges in relation to hiding and securing classrooms. We will
also discuss the new open learning areas where even the hallways and
entryways are being used as classrooms, how teaching has changed over
the years as compared to traditional teaching and how this now impacts
safety.
Learning Objectives:
1. Demonstrate the new building materials being used for entryways.
2. How the monetary budget affects safety between schools.
3. Is it possible to have a minimum requirement for security for
schools?
003.
Fire Works - An Overview on Consumer Grade
Fireworks [Major Changes] & What you need to know!
Presented by: Phantom Fire Works
This presentation will cover most important elements about the 1.4G
consumer fireworks industry. Including how and what consumer fireworks
are made of, a look at the manufacturing process, how they are regulated
by the many agencies and shipped in commerce for retail & wholesale
distribution in the USA.
Attendees will get an inside look as well as a clearer understanding on
how to better deal with consumer fireworks and novelties whether you are
in the fire service, law enforcement special investigators or any other
public safety position. This program is a must for all new, intermediate
and veteran persons in all aspects of public safety and enforcement and
is solely designed to better educate & partner with industry for a safer
tomorrow.
Learning Objectives:
1. A much better understanding of consumer fireworks
2. To partner with industry for all the right reasons
3. To achieve the highest degree of safety, compliance and education to
better serve & protect the public
004. Inclusive CRR
[Community Risk Reduction] Programs for Campuses-Based or Multi-Building
Environments: Communication, Coordination, Innovation
Presented by: California State
University System
Campus Based or Multi-Building working environments are some of the most
essential stakeholders of our communities and nearly every jurisdiction
includes a college, hospital, or large commercial/industrial site. The
unique hazards and needs of each campus type highlights the importance
of customizing community risk reduction (CRR) efforts to protect the
diverse populations served by these hubs of activity.
Co-created by the California State University System Offices of Fire
Safety & Emergency Management/Continuity, this workshop will highlight
effective strategies to facilitate CRR partnerships between public
safety agencies and the diverse stakeholder groups integral to campus
networks. Attendees will be guided through real world best practices &
lessons learned from various NFPA standards to develop collaborative CRR
initiatives with campus communities that are cost effective, inclusive,
and sustainable.
Learning Objectives
1. Identify stakeholders from local campuses who can contribute to
community risk reduction initiatives.
2. Describe effective communication and outreach strategies to engage
diverse stakeholder groups from campuses who can contribute to community
risk reduction initiatives.
3. Recognize standards communities can utilizes to effectively navigate
the risk reduction mitigation continuum:
a. NFPA 1300 (Standard on Community Risk Assessment and Community Risk
Reduction Plan Development)
b. NFPA 1600 (Standard on Disaster/Emergency Management and Business
Continuity Programs)
c. NFPA 3000 (Standard on Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response (ASHER)
005. Fire wall and Fire Door enforcement - Are We Doing Enough
to Protect Our Community and Fire Service Responders?
Presented by: Stonewall Safety & Fire Safety Consulting LLC
Building fires are among the most threatening life safety incidents.
Look around our community at critical infrastructure such as Healthcare,
Apartments, Senior Citizen Highrise, Strip Malls, and other commercial
structures that are potential large loss of life buildings that requires
enforcement of fire walls and fire doors. Are we actively enforcing the
fire codes to protect our fire service responders and our community?
With buildings that include multiple occupancies there are many
possibilities for a fire to start and potentially travel through an
entire building, put occupants, and fire service personnel in danger.
Fire separation and protection requirements of fire walls and fire doors
are intended to delay the spread of fire and collapse of structural
members allowing occupants time to exit the building. This also protects
fire service personnel during rescue and from potential structural
collapse and also assist in faster fire control within a structure.
The fire and building codes allow us to see that new buildings are
constructed for protection and fire maintenance codes allow us to
enforce upkeep of the buildings. Enforcement of NFPA 101 and NFPA 80 for
annual inspection of fire doors and fire dampers are an important aspect
of enforcement for the protection of building occupants and fire service
personnel.
Learning objectives:
1. Background & Context of NFPA and IBC
2. Annual Inspection Requirements
3. Owner’s Responsibilities and AHJ’s Responsibilities to protect our
community and fire service personnel
006. Enforcing NFPA 25: Deficiencies, Impairments, and
Observations
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association
Description: Join us for a seminar to learn about enforcing the
requirements of NFPA 25. NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing,
and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems is referenced by
the model fire codes. While NFPA 25 provides the required tasks and
frequencies to perform ITM activities, enforcement lies within the fire
code. This seminar will describe the differences in scope between the
codes and standard and how consistent enforcement will benefit the fire
safety for all.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the scope of NFPA 1 and NFPA 25
2. Determine the roles and responsibilities of the owner, the AHJ, and
the ITM contractor
3. Identify a deficiency and impairment and the proper action for each
4. Identify tagging procedures to ensure compliance
007. Updates to NFPA 13, 2022 Edition: Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association
The installation standards for sprinkler systems and fire pumps have
completed their latest revision cycle and are published under the 2022
editions. The standard for standpipe and hose systems is currently
undergoing a major rewrite and reorganization and will be published
under the 2023 edition. This presentation will review the significant
changes in each document and their impact on the design of fire
protection systems.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the requirements for single point density and apply for
occupancy hazard approach and CMDA storage
2. Identify and apply new ESFR installation rules
3. Rank the hazard of commodity classification
4. Apply the friction loss of listed fittings correctly when performing
hydraulic calculations
5. Select and size diesel fuel tanks
6. Determine the friction loss through a hose valve
011. Does Fire Prevention and Community Risk Reduction Matter in
Your Organization?
Presented by: Lenexa Fire Department (Kansas)
Since the first fire department started the fire service has always been
a reactionary service. We continuously prepare for the worse case
scenarios because bad things happen. But what if we challenged the norm
and become proactive over reactive? Is your organization proactive? Hear
a proactive approach to community risk assessment which has led to a
community’s fire risk reduction. Hear how a Fire Department’s fire
problem has been changed to create a positive impact for the entire
community. See how this behavioral change can impact the health and
safety of the members of your community and your organization. Become
the change agent for your community.
This one-hour lecture will provide a brief history of US Fire Service
known complacency problem. Followed by a walk-through of the duplicable
steps taken by the Lenexa Fire Department to significantly reduce a
serious fire problem in the City of Lenexa Kansas over the course of
several years, Through Emergency Response, Engineering, Education,
Economic Incentives, Enforcement and Everyone getting involved together
we can make a difference.
Learning Objectives:
1. Upon completion, participants will be able to describe key prevention
points of the America Burning, America Burning Revisited and America
Burning Recommissioned reports.
2. Upon completion, participants will be able to explain the process to
determine a Community Risk Reduction need for a fire problem.
3. Upon completion, participants will be able identify the stakeholders
who play a part in making the behavioral change happen.
012. Large Construction Site Fire Case Study. Is Your
Jurisdiction Prepared?
Presented by: City of West Des Moines Fire Department (Iowa)
According to a February 2020 report issued by the NFPA, local fire
departments responded to an estimated average of 3,840 fires in
structures under construction and 2,580 fires in structures under major
renovation per year in 2013 through 2017. The fires in structures under
construction caused an average of four civilian deaths, 49 civilian
injuries, and $304 million in direct property damage annually.
This session will provide an in-depth case study on a large construction
site fire that occurred in West Des Moines, Iowa in April 2020. We will
discuss how fire safety requirements from Chapter 33 of the
International Fire Code helped prepare the site, provide details of
events that led up to the fire and numerous challenges encountered
during the incident. In-depth details of lessons learned, how workers
failed with their emergency plan, the economic impact of the loss, and
new policies implemented within the jurisdiction as a result of the fire
will be discussed. The West Des Moines Fire Department was able to
obtain over 25 minutes of drone footage during the fire that will be
shown to help highlight the magnitude of the event.
Learning Objectives:
1. Examples will be provided on how increased attention and monitoring
of construction sites by Fire Prevention Bureau Staff, and construction
pre plans routinely updated by fire crews within the response district
are critical with construction projects in your jurisdiction.
2. Show the importance of visiting construction sites after major
weather events to see how they might have been affected.
3. Discussion on how new policies that were implemented in West Des
Moines, Iowa as a direct result of this fire may be used in your
jurisdiction to help prevent or reduce damage caused by a construction
site fire.
014. Carbon Monoxide Alarm and Detection Requirements IBC/NFPA
720
Presented by: D. Szorentini Associates
There is confusion industry wide regarding what is a Carbon Monoxide
(CO) Alarm and what is a CO Detector and how these devices differ in the
International Building Code (IBC).
The IBC specifically defines when CO alarms are required, and CO
detection is optional. When the detection option is utilized, many do
not realize that all of NFPA 720 now applies except for location of
devices. This can be a costly error creating turmoil in an occupancy for
the Owner, Designer and Contractor.
Learning Objectives:
1. Properties of CO
2. UL2034 VS UL2075
3. What is a CO Alarm?|
4. What is a CO Detection System?
5. Required Locations of CO Alarms/Detectors
6. Requirements in IBC Chapter 9 Section 915
7. Requirements of NFPA 720
016. Datacenters - Is Your Data FIRE Safe?
Presented by: ST Telemedia Global Data Centres
With the technological advancement where the world is moving towards
performance-based economy, human dependency on automated systems has
increased exponentially in the last couple of decades. This growing
technological advancement is directly proportional to the data we are
generating in every day or rather every second in unprecedented amount
irrespective of whether it is coming from corporations or social media
or personal data.
The importance of data storage, with advancement in technologies such as
IOT, BIG DATA and Cloud, have never been as important as human life.
Today the big question is whether this data is safe? Are our DATA
CENTRES are protected with the required Fire Alarm system/Fire
protection system/Fire suppression system?
With a sudden increase in the amount of DATA, it is evident that the
number of datacenters is going to increase. Are we creating Fire Safe
datacenters? What kind of Fire products are getting used in protecting
our data from FIRE? Are these fire products are meeting the expectations
of the codes and standards which we have laid down keeping property
safety aspect?
Over last decade, DATA CENTERS has witnessed growth in emerging markets
globally. These emerging markets have been influenced by the western
peer groups and will continue to follow the various aspects such as
codes, Standards, Designing and Technology. With continued challenges in
the emerging economies such as lack of regulation on Codes and
Standards, fire safety awareness etc. it is important to bridge the gap
with knowledge and skills in the field of consulting. Let’s look at
“Property Protection - Datacenters”.
Learning Objectives:
1. Datacenters – Fire Detection/Protection/Suppression Design
methodologies – NFPA 75 & 76
2. Risks & Challenges
3. Can we have a double win?
017. Fundamentals of Fire Pump Plan Review
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association
While there is an ample amount of information available on what to
include on working plans for sprinkler systems, the details necessary
for a successful fire pump plan review are often overlooked. This
seminar will discuss the specific items needed on fire pump plans as
required by NFPA 20 and include some common errors. These items will be
examined through the perspective of providing a reasonable degree of
protection and promote cooperation between the AHJ and contractor.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the items required to be included to the fire pump plans
2. Identify issues with installation including devices in suction pipe,
changes in direction, sensing line locations, pressure reducing valves,
etc..
3. Verify size of diesel fuel tanks
018. “Hot Work Robot” - Portable Fire Watch System
Presented by: Fike
Due to high losses in hot work-related fires, FM Global
and the Fike Corporation jointly developed a portable fire watch system
[Hot Work Robot] to supplement or substitute personnel during and after
the hot work has been completed.
FM Global and Fike collaborated on FM Standard 3270 "Examination
Standard for Hot work Robots" for detection/annunciation specifications,
evaluation and testing of detection and annunciation equipment used to
monitor for fire during and after hot work activities.
This “Hot Work Robot” - Portable Fire Watch System will contribute to
personnel safety by removing the human element from potentially
dangerous environments, i.e. nuclear and industrial/petrochemical plants
as well as provide higher reliability of detection with fixed, approved
detection and allow significant cost savings.
The requirement includes FM approved flame detectors that include
embedded HD video cameras as well as video analytics smoke detection.
Live video and alarms are sent to a manned location. The equipment can
also provide monitoring of areas where fire suppression and detection
systems are offline due to maintenance or construction.
020. Understanding the Residential Mid-Rise Fire Problem from a
Fire Protection and Code Enforcement Perspective
Presented by: The National Fire Sprinkler Association
Join me for a tail board talk on the residential fire problem in
mid-rise apartment buildings. We are experiencing large apartment fires
every day in the United States and continue to misunderstand how to use
the fire protection design to our advantage. This program will discuss
the design criteria for buildings designed with combined systems,
meeting the requirements of 13R Standard for the Installation of Fire
Sprinkler Systems and NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of
Standpipes and Hose Systems, in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies and how
we can use them to our tactical advantage. It will also cover the
challenges and misnomers commonly associated with this design.
Learning Objectives:
1. Examples and expectations of the 13R design
2. Understanding combined water-base fire protection design
3. Identifying and utilizing NFPA 13R sprinkler systems to your tactical
advantage
4. Understanding the commonly misunderstood NFPA 13R design
022. Wooden I-joist Construction and Firefighter Safety
Presented by: American Wood Council
This program identifies the features and benefits of wood I-joists which
explains the prevalence in the market. The program also explains UL fire
testing that identified the fire performance failures or light frame
floor assemblies which led to changes in the floor protection
requirements of the International Residential Code® (IRC). Those IRC
protection requirements are explained. Alternate methods of protecting
I-joist assemblies are explained along with the details of acceptable
installation of specific assemblies. This program will discuss changes
in housing stock and interior contents, and changes in building
materials that have posed a challenge for firefighters.
Learning Objectives:
1. Review wood I-joist and its application in residential construction
2. Identify wood I-joist fire protective assemblies and IRC requirements
3. Explain UL fire testing that identified the fire performance failures
which led to changes in the floor protection requirements of the IRC
4. Discuss changes in housing stock and interior contents, and changes
in building materials that have posed a challenge for firefighters
023. Tall Mass Timber Buildings (construction) & Fire Service
Concerns
Presented by: American Wood Council
This Course introduces firefighters and fire inspectors to tall mass
timber (TMT) buildings (that can be constructed up to 18 stories in some
cases), the history of cross laminated timber (CLT), how it is made and
its properties. The Course outlines the new code requirements in the
International Building Code (IBC) and discusses the extensive fire
testing that was conducted. The program addresses specific fire service
concerns
024. Helping Your Fire Investigator: What NOT to do After a Fire
Presented by: Meridian Fire Department (Idaho)
This session is for new firefighters or seasoned leaders. It is to
remind crews how you as a firefighter can help your fire investigator.
Many fire investigations have been made harder or even ruined by crews
doing excess damage after a fire. We will cover some of the basics
needed for a successful fire investigation.
Some of the topics discussed:
A. When is the fire “out”
B. Why do I need to leave the sheetrock on the walls
C. What to do if you find a body
D. How you too can become a fire investigator
Learning Objectives:
1. Why actions prior to the investigator arrive are important
2. What to do if you find a body(ies) in the fire scene
3. How to start the journey to become a fire investigator.
025. Fire Codes "How Did We Get Here" 'Those Who Fail to Learn
from History are Often Condemned to Repeat It!
Presented by: Western Reserve Joint Fire District (Ohio)
In a 1948 speech to the House of Commons, Churchill paraphrased
Santayana when he said, 'Those who fail to learn from history are
condemned to repeat it.’ The purpose of this presentation is to prevent
that from happening.
Often times, we as inspectors get so overwhelmed in the wording of the
code, writing our violations, and following up, we lose that personal
touch with our community. I have found it much easier to have that
difficult conversation at the end of an inspection when issuing a
correction notice to give an example of why it is important the
inspectors visit for the annual inspection, and the violations be
corrected.
Simply telling a business owner that they need to clear out the storage
under the stairs sometimes goes in one ear and out the other. If you
tell them it needs cleared out, and the fire code says so because there
was a fire where multiple children lost their lives in part because of
improper storage, it may drive your point home. The same with locking
exits while occupied. Why is it important that we have our exits
unlocked while the business is occupied? This conversation often falls
on deaf ears, the exit is unlocked while we are inspecting, and
re-locked the second we leave.
Being able to explain why and give examples of historic fires, may help
to get the point across. Learning where we came from not only will
prevent history from repeating itself but help us steer our future in
the right direction.
Learning objectives:
1. For every rule there is a name- what changes to the fire code have
resulted from the historic fires that will be reviewed
2. What do we get out of code enforcement- knowing the answer to this
question and how to respond when it is asked when you are out in the
community makes the tough conversations a bit easier
3. Historic fires- a review of 15 historic fires, fixable code
violations that could have changed the outcome of the fire, and the
changes that came about as a result of the fire
026. Fire Service Concerns and Automated Parking
Systems/Structures
Presented by: Cambridge Fire Department (Massachusetts)
Vehicular parking has had a long-time history with having issues. The
major issue is the real estate needed to accommodate the parking needs.
Problem solving of these issues, in earlier times displayed some
ingenious creativity that certainly looking back on them now, appears to
show them to be rather simplistic. This simplicity typically came with
an added layer of having the systems being operated under someone’s care
who was very knowledgeable of the operation and could intervene should
the need arise.
Today’s issues are more advanced
and highly technical. Modern systems come with overseas design ideology,
a desire for complete hands-off automation, and inherency to argue
hardship as a driver for necessity. Of course, these systems strive for
safety, however, it is possible that our model codes and standards are
not in place or may not be in line or caught up to this industry.
Additional discussion from this presentation is needed to get the
awareness out to address today’s firefighting concerns.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the tools needed to assist the fire service interactions
with these systems
2. Recognize the regulatory overlaps in this industry
3. Recognize the regulatory gaps in this industry.
030. Significant Changes to the 2022 Edition of the NFPA 72®
National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Presented by: Honeywell Fire Safety
An informative and unbiased presentation covering key changes to the
2022 edition of the NFPA 72® National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code as
well as providing the reasons for the changes and how they will impact
public life safety.
Learning Objectives:
1. The new requirements for batteries
2. Abandoned fire alarm equipment
3. Carbon monoxide detection
4. Low frequency audible alarm signal
5. Remote access to systems
6. Wireless pathways
7. Supervising stations.
031. Past, Current and Future of the Fire Alarm Transmission
Ecosystem
Presented by: Honeywell Fire Safety
An informative presentation that provides an overview of the Alarm
Transmission Ecosystem as well as providing information as to why
changes are being made that will enhance public life safety. This
discussion is important because the technologies for transmitting alarm,
trouble, and supervisory signals from the protected premises to the fire
department is changing rapidly. Several of the legacy technologies are
becoming or are obsolete.
Presentation Agenda:
1. History of U.S. Alarm Transmission EcoSystem
2. Issues with Legacy Alarm Transmission Technologies (3G Sunset and FCC
Mandate for POTS) 3. Alarm Transmission Requirements in the 2022 edition
of NFPA 72®
032. Remote Inspections and Testing – How NFPA 915 Will Change
the Way You See Things
Presented by: Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC
NFPA 915 began is life just a
few short years ago as a standard developed around “Remote Video
Inspection”. But even before it’s publication, its grown into a standard
that provides a framework around not only remote inspections, but also
automated testing. As its currently written, NFPA 915 addresses many of
the considerations needed to implement and manage remote inspection and
testing in today’s rapidly changing world. In this presentation
participants will learn about the history behind NFPA 915, its current
status, and how to put the concepts addressed in NFPA 915 to work.
Learning Objectives:
1. Recall the conditions that prompted the development of NFPA 915.
2. Understand the scope and application of the standard.
3. Put into practice the concepts covered by NFPA 915.
033.
Modern
Considerations for Responding Firefighters involving Storage Warehouse
Fires and Installed Fire Protection and Life-Safety Systems
Presented by: National Fire Sprinkler Association
This seminar will provide attendees with the latest information and
critical information from lessons learned in recent warehouse fires
specifically for both company officers and responding firefighters. This includes the following:
understanding the difference between public vs. private fire hydrants to
support the fire department connection (FDC), evaluating the difference
between “supply” vs. “supplemental” water to the fire protection system,
understanding the different available pressures for standpipe hose
connections, in contrast to hose connections used for fire sprinkler
systems, reviewing the proper sequence of introducing mechanical smoke
removal systems in gaining control of the fire during the critical stage
and final extinguishment of the fire and the ventilation of the
building, understanding the limitations of thermal-imaging cameras (TIC)
in “cold smoke” conditions in large warehouse fires.
034. Fire Sprinkler Considerations for Tall Clear Height
Warehousing / ESFR Fire Sprinkler Protection in Warehouses
Presented by: Harrington Group Inc - Fire Protection Engineers
The growth of warehousing has
dramatically accelerated across the United States, particularly driven
by the supply chain shortfalls and disruptions as a result of COVID-19.
As the demand for warehousing grows, the industry is also faced with the
fact that land suitable for a large-footprint warehouse development is
getting more difficult to find. Therefore, the new warehousing being
built is growing taller to provide more storage space within; however,
that expansion poses additional considerations on operations, structure,
and, importantly, fire protection.
The “Early Suppression Fast
Response” or “ESFR” sprinkler was developed decades ago to provide
adequate protection to racked and stacked commodities from only the
ceiling sprinkler system, providing options to eliminate in-rack
automatic sprinklers. However, as warehouse heights increase, they are
quickly outpacing the prescriptive options available within NFPA 13,
pushing users, engineers, and AHJ’s to understand and utilize new
technologies and testing data. This presentation will discuss some fire
sprinkler considerations for warehouses with tall clear heights, review
standard commodities used as basis for the suppression testing, and
identify some specific-application sprinklers which can be utilized for
these taller warehouse structures
035. The 5 Specialty Sprinkler Types and (Sprinkler) Design
Approaches
Presented by: Viking Fire Sprinklers
Fire sprinkler systems save
lives. When a fire occurs, standard spray sprinklers control the blaze
by cooling and wetting surfaces to deprive it of fuel sources and
prevent the fires spread and movement. Some sprinkler types in specific
systems take this further—they’re designed to completely suppress the
fire in more challenging environments like storage facilities and
institutions, etc.. How fire sprinkler systems are designed using
specialty sprinklers can sometimes be a complicated process.
Learning Objectives
1. Gain knowledge of the advantages of using attic sprinklers over
standard spray sprinkler designs
2. Discuss the challenges of combustible interstitial space fires and
how to provide protection
3. Understand the necessity and importance of using institutional and
other specialty sprinklers
4. Describe how using window sprinklers allows for architectural freedom
in building design
036. A Constant State of Readiness: Swinging Fire Doors Have One
Job!
Presented by: Door Safety LLC
Swinging fire doors have one job, preventing a fire from spreading. For
this reason, swinging fire doors must be kept in a state of constant
readiness. Self-closing fire doors sometimes become obstacles to us as
we move through buildings, and we make the doors work the way we want
them to, not realizing they cannot perform their one job. Door safety
inspections of fire doors ensures the doors are ready and able to do
their one job. Got fire doors? This presentation will discuss the
in-and-outs of keeping fire doors in a constant state of readiness and
code compliance.
037. Balancing Life Safety and Security While Maintaining a
User-Friendly Facility
Presented by: The Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters
When it matters most, it already must be working. Have you ever tried to
open a door that was hard to open or would not open? Perhaps the door
would not close completely. The last thing that any facility owner wants
is a tragedy to occur that was preventable by regular inspections and
maintenance. The requirements for doors that are either fire-rated or
exit doors is described in the Fire & Life Safety and Building Codes.
The code language can be confusing and conflicting. This course will
cover the requirements for fire-rated and exit doors as well as what you
can do to keep your fire-rated and exit doors code compliant and
user-friendly.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the requirements for fire-rated openings and exits
2. Identify the most common deficiencies that cause an opening to be out
of compliance
3. Recognize the openings in your facility that must be inspected and
maintained
4. Justify an inspection and maintenance schedule for your fire-rated
and egress openings
040. Leveraging New Technologies in the Fire and Life Safety
Industry
Presented by: Keltron Corporation
Program Description Pending Approval
041. Commercial Cooking and Emerging Exhaust System Technology -
Smoke Control
Presented by: International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Association
This innovative technology is
changing the way restaurants and other food service businesses operate.
Commercial kitchen ventilation removes the heat and effluent generated
by the cooking process from the kitchen space, ensuring the comfort and
safety of the cooking staff and preventing cooking odors from spreading
beyond the kitchen. Commercial kitchen ventilation is composed of an
average of two hoods suspended above the cooking appliances, and ducting
and fans necessary to expel the heat and effluent outside. To replace
the air lost through this process, make-up air (MUA) must be provided by
the building’s heating ventilation and HVAC system or a MUA system
dedicated to the kitchen, which is composed of its own fans, ducts, and
potentially heating or cooling depending on the climate.
We will discuss new technology
and updates to codes and standards for fire code officials.
042. The Compliance Engine
Presented by: Brycer
Across the nation,
40% of Fire Protection Systems go un-tested, un-inspected, and
un-maintained year over year. Less than 3% of Fire Code Officials
nationwide can tell you when a Commercial Properties Sprinkler was last
inspected or even if it is Compliant or Deficient. 95% of Fire
Departments do not have the time, manpower, or resources to inspect each
of their properties on an Annual basis. How is this changing...?
Departments are implementing Software as a Service models to combat
these drastic numbers and tackle the 3rd party inspection reporting
industry.
043. Special Amusement Buildings - Haunted Attractions and
Escape Rooms Should Scare You
Presented by: Cardinal Joint Fire District
Halloween has become a $10 billion- dollar-a-year industry and is second
only to the Christmas holiday. From mazes and hayrides to temporary
haunts, permanent haunts, charity and home haunted attractions, there
are well over 5000 haunted attractions in the US. With the addition of
“escape rooms” that number has climbed to 7500 attractions. Haunted
attractions lead customers into a labyrinth of mazes with lights, sounds
and low visibility that, if not properly inspected, could lead to a
tragedy. In this class, we will review the applicable fire codes that
regulate haunted attractions and escape rooms; tips on conducting the
inspections; and the requirements needed to open one. This class will
not only give you the perspective of the fire inspector, but also that
of a haunted attraction builder and manager.
The following information will be covered in this class:
Intro and History, Haunted Attraction Statistics, What is Considered a
“Haunted Attraction” or “Escape Room”, Types of Attractions, History of
Haunted Attraction Fires, What Codes do Haunted Attractions and Escape
Rooms Fall Under, Haunted Attraction Association and CHAOS, Pre-season
walk-thru, Your Expectations and Requirements, Submitting Floor Plan,
Applying for Permits, Fire & Life Safety, Sprinkler & Fire Alarm System,
Public Address System, Fire Extinguishers.
044. Inspecting the Commercial Kitchen Exhaust - Water Wash Hood
Systems and the Proper Inspection process
Presented by: International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Association
How well do you understand commercial kitchen exhaust,
water wash, and fire suppression jargon? This session is for design
engineers, building inspectors, fire prevention officers, restaurant and
property managers, maintenance workers and insurance companies.
The exhaust system is an integral part of ensuring the safety of all
commercial cooking operations. The exhaust system is intended to remove
grease laden vapors, steam, heated air, and other products of combustion
to a safe location outdoors. In order for the exhaust system to operate
properly, and to ensure the fire suppression system has the ability to
function as designed, the exhaust system must be routinely inspected,
cleaned, serviced, and maintained by a qualified vendor.
Owners, landlords, and tenants are responsible for ensuring that the
routine maintenance, service, and cleaning of the exhaust system has
been performed to ensure that the system is in proper working order and
that you are in compliance with the code. The responsibility to maintain
these systems is typically inherited by the tenant unless the
responsibility is specifically assumed by another party through a
contract, lease, or other agreement.
This session will give you an overview of the code
required process.
045. Understanding the Fire Investigation
Process for Firefighters, Company Officers and Fire Inspectors.
Presented by: The Fire Code Academy
This presentation will provide initial fire
investigation awareness to firefighters and code officials. At this
basic level, we will prepare firefighters and first responders with the
knowledge needed to initially operate at a fire scene taking into
consideration the investigation needs that may follow extinguishment
prior to overhaul.
We will review key information on many
different investigative aspects. Additionally, we will discuss why
critical thinking is important to protecting the scene and aiding in the
fire investigation process. All firefighters, company officers and first
responders have an obligation to preserve the fire scene (to the best of
their ability) for the investigation team.
046. NFPA 72 – Chapter 14: Testing and Inspection [Can You
Self-Perform Them]
For Code Officials and Building Owners - An insight into NFPA 72
[National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code®] Chapter 14 - Inspection,
Testing, and Maintenance Requirements
Presented by UL Solutions
This presentation will include an overview of the test and inspection
requirements as defined by NFPA 72, The National Fire Alarm and
Signaling Code. This program will also stress the definitions of
qualified personnel and a few of the avenues to obtain these
qualifications.
In additional to recent updates, this program will define
the roles of the person conducting, inspection, testing, programming and
servicing of the fire alarm system as well as review the documentation
requirements for both the personnel and the test and inspection
activities.
047.
NFPA 72 – Chapter 26: Supervising Station Alarm
Systems [Understanding the UL Monitoring Systems Certification Program]
For Code Officials and Building Owners -
An insight into NFPA 72 [National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code®]
Chapter 26 - Supervising Station Alarm Systems.
Presented by: UL Solutions
Fire officials verify that fire alarm systems are installed per
applicable code requirements. However, once these systems are installed
it is a challenge for many jurisdictions to ensure they continue to
comply with code requirements.
The UL fire alarm certificate program is designed to make sure that
systems will continue to be tested and maintained after their initial
system acceptance, and at no additional cost to the jurisdiction.
Fire codes require some fire alarm systems to be monitored by an
approved supervising station in accordance with NFPA 72, and fire
officials often require these systems to be monitored by a UL Listed
facility which is consistent with NFPA 72. However, merely requiring the
fire alarms systems to be monitored by a listed facility does not mean
the central station will provide all of the NFPA 72 required elements
for central station service.
048. Using Black and White Codes in a World of Grey
Presented by: Protection Engineers, LLC (PELLC)
