An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Fire Alarm Systems
Codes & Standards Requirements
for the Installation, Verification and Testing
UPCOMING SESSIONS
| Date | Venue | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-28 Nov 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 06-10 Jul 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 14-18 Sep 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 16-20 Nov 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Training Course Overview
A fire incident poses one of the most significant risks to any operational facility, making Fire Alarm Systems a vital component of safety management. Well-designed, installed, and maintained Fire Alarm Systems are crucial for detecting hazardous conditions, preventing escalation, and triggering appropriate shutdowns or responses. Their reliability is essential not only for ensuring plant safety but also for meeting environmental regulations and insurance requirements.
This Fire Alarm Systems Training Course offers a comprehensive introduction to fire and gas detection systems, covering both hardware and software elements. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of different types of detectors, wiring configurations, and programming logic, all in line with ISA-TR-84.00.07 performance-based design principles. Emphasizing hands-on learning and practical applications, this Fire Alarm Programming Course equips participants with the skills needed to design, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain these critical systems efficiently.
This Training Course Will Feature:
- A detailed introduction to fire and gas detection systems and their components
- Insights into the working principles of smoke, heat, and hydrocarbon gas detectors
- Overview of VESDA systems and their specific applications
- Exploration of loop architecture and wiring design for smoke/heat detectors
- Techniques for troubleshooting and resolving issues in fire and gas monitoring systems
- Guidance on performance-based design following ISA-TR-84.00.07 standards
Training Course Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the operating principles of various smoke, heat, and fire detectors
- Describe the purpose and functionality of VESDA systems
- Identify the appropriate fire detection technology for specific applications
- Gain knowledge of loop architecture in detector wiring
- Troubleshoot and resolve common issues in fire and gas monitoring systems
- Apply performance-based principles for effective fire system design and operation
- Enhance their ability to integrate fire alarm systems with plant safety and shutdown protocols
Designed for
This training course is designed for professionals responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fire and gas systems. It is especially beneficial for:
- Fire Systems Personnel and Fire Responders managing emergency systems
- System Design and Fire Protection Engineers responsible for system integration
- Safety Professionals in health, safety, and environmental protection roles
- Instrument and Electrical Technicians and Engineers handling system maintenance
- Process Control Engineers and Designers seeking to enhance their expertise in fire systems
Learning Methods
This Fire Alarm Systems training course employs proven adult learning techniques to ensure participants gain a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical concepts. Delivery methods include:
- Interactive Lectures: Engaging presentations with slides, videos, and demonstrations.
- Hands-On Exercises: Practical sessions for troubleshooting and system design.
- Group Discussions and Brainstorming: Collaborative problem-solving activities.
- Assessments: Evaluations to reinforce learning and application.
Participants will leave this course equipped with the skills and knowledge to design, implement, and maintain robust Fire Alarm Systems, ensuring safety and compliance in their operations.
The Course Outline
- Planning the system
- The role of fire risk assessment and fire engineering (BS 5839-1, NFPA 72)
- Type of system
- Servicing arrangements - planning flowchart and category
- The meaning of a detection zone and alarm zone
- The purpose of detection zones, configuration guideline and detection zone safeguards
- Conventional systems
- Detection zones
- Detectors and call points
- Addressable systems - detectors and call points and digital addressable systems
- Operation of analogue addressable detectors
- General fire system engineering principles - detector selection and types
- Siting of manual call points
- Categories of false alarm and causes
- Requirements for service technicians
- Protection against electromagnetic interference
- Performance monitoring of newly commissioned systems, system management, servicing and maintenance
- Audible alarms in noisy areas, alarm zones and external fire alarm devices
- Siting of control and indicating equipment
- Location of origin of the fire and Security of control equipment
- Networked control panels, mains supply-standby supply; life protection and property protection
- Calculation of standby battery capacity
- Recommended cable types and mechanical protection of cables
- Segregation
- Automatic transmission of alarm signals and category
- Methods of automatic transmission
- Standards for alarm receiving centres and siting of equipment
- Installation work, inspection, testing, commissioning and handover
- Routine testing
- Servicing
The Certificate
- Anderson Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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