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Duration: 0.17 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive

We see them hanging on the wall every day but most people know very little about fire extinguishers. Use this course to educate yourself and others on the fire triangle, the types of fires that can occur at home or in the workplace, and how and when to use a fire extinguisher. This course also describes when to evacuate and provides some proper maintenance tips for fire extinguishers.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify and describe the elements in the fire tetrahedron
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the basics of how a fire extinguisher works
  • Differentiate between the types of fire extinguishers
  • State when to use a fire extinguisher
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • State when to evacuate due to fire
  • Describe proper fire extinguisher maintenance

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video, MobileReady

A fire system has several devices working together to detect and warn people through visual and audio appliances when smoke, fire, or other emergencies are present. A fire sprinkler system is known as an active fire protection system that consists of a water supply system that provides adequate pressure and flow rate to a water distribution piping system, and then to the fire sprinklers connected to the system. In this interactive online course, we will discuss the components of fire systems and fire sprinkler systems.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define basic fire panel operation and testing terminology
  • Describe how bypass a system correctly, when required
  • Identify how often a fire pump churn test should be performed
  • Identify the proper way to start a fire pump for a churn test
  • List the data to report when conducting a fire pump churn test
  • Explain how and why you should ensure fire penetrations are adequately sealed
  • Identify the difference between wet-type and dry-pipe sprinkler systems
  • Recall the proper actions to take when confronted with a missing or damaged escutcheon

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video, MobileReady

Today’s modern expansive high-rise buildings have one important thing in common – their populations can rise into the hundreds or thousands of people. The building standards address every aspect of fire protection to assure the highest level of life safety achievable, but can only be achieved with the help of the Facility Professional. This interactive online course will look at various aspects of Life Safety as it relates to building operations, population control, fixed fire protection systems and fire department intervention facilities. Understanding the systems under your responsibility as the Facility Professional is key to the proper maintenance of these systems. This course will review the interaction between systems and stress the importance of monitoring and testing regularly.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • State the basics of Life Safety System inspections, according to the requirements of AHJ
  • Identify the AHJ’s testing requirements and procedures for your facility
  • Describe how the fire alarm system and the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), control system, interact when a fire alarm is activated
  • Recall the frequency of testing for your facility, in meeting NFPA Standards requirements

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

This course presents key information regarding electric fire alarm systems. Fire alarm systems are of critical importance for several types of facilities, and are mandated for specific facilities by regulatory and government agencies. We will cover system fundamentals, and the various types of systems available and in use today – specifically, voice and alarm communications, automatic alarm signals, controls and signal initiation, transmission and notification.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe how fire alarm systems are critical to the safety of facilities.
  • List the types of systems available today and how they can be activated for safe use.
  • Identify key equipment and components that make up fire alarm systems.
  • Apply the code for a specific building or facility to provide a safe living and working environment.
  • Describe the safety features that you should consider when selecting a fire alarm systems for your facility.

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English, French
Capability: Audio, Video

This course is intended for Canadian-based companies and individuals and meets Canadian regulations. Every second counts in the event of a fire. In only 30 seconds, small flames can get out of control and turn into a major fire, which can lead to an injury or a fatality. In this course, you will learn about the nature of fire, preventative and protective measures, fire sprinklers, smoke detectors, alarms, fire extinguisher use, evacuation, the stop, drop, and roll procedure, and more. [course outline] Minimizing Fire Danger The Nature of Fire Fire Prevention 1 of 2 Fire Prevention 2 of 2 Fire Prevention at Home General Preventive Measures Protective Measures Automatic Fire Sprinklers 1 of 2 Automatic Fire Sprinklers 2 of 2 Smoke Detectors 1 of 2 Smoke Detectors 2 of 2 Heat Detectors Alarm Pull Stations Evacuation Evacuation Procedures 1 of 2 Evacuation Procedures 2 of 2 Fire Extinguishers Fire Classification 1 of 2 Fire Classification 2 of 2 Fire Extinguisher Ratings Fire Extinguisher Use 1 of 2 Fire Extinguisher Use 2 of 2 Stop, Drop, and Roll

Learning Objectives

  • Identify ways the danger of fire can be eliminated or minimized
  • Identify and describe the elements necessary for fire
  • List methods of fire prevention
  • Describe the different fire protection methods
  • Describe evacuation procedures
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the rating system used for Class A and B portable fire extinguishers
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • Describe what to do if your or someone else’s clothing catches fire

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: French
Capability: Audio, Video

This course is intended for Canadian-based companies and individuals and meets Canadian regulations. Every second counts in the event of a fire. In only 30 seconds, small flames can get out of control and turn into a major fire, which can lead to an injury or a fatality. In this course, you will learn about the nature of fire, preventative and protective measures, fire sprinklers, smoke detectors, alarms, fire extinguisher use, evacuation, the stop, drop, and roll procedure, and more. [course outline] Minimizing Fire Danger The Nature of Fire Fire Prevention 1 of 2 Fire Prevention 2 of 2 Fire Prevention at Home General Preventive Measures Protective Measures Automatic Fire Sprinklers 1 of 2 Automatic Fire Sprinklers 2 of 2 Smoke Detectors 1 of 2 Smoke Detectors 2 of 2 Heat Detectors Alarm Pull Stations Evacuation Evacuation Procedures 1 of 2 Evacuation Procedures 2 of 2 Fire Extinguishers Fire Classification 1 of 2 Fire Classification 2 of 2 Fire Extinguisher Ratings Fire Extinguisher Use 1 of 2 Fire Extinguisher Use 2 of 2 Stop, Drop, and Roll

Learning Objectives

  • Identify ways the danger of fire can be eliminated or minimized
  • Identify and describe the elements necessary for fire
  • List methods of fire prevention
  • Describe the different fire protection methods
  • Describe evacuation procedures
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the rating system used for Class A and B portable fire extinguishers
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • Describe what to do if your or someone else’s clothing catches fire

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English, French
Capability: Audio, Video

We see them hanging on the wall every day but most people know very little about fire extinguishers. Use this course to educate your team on the fire tetrahedron, the types of fires that can occur in the workplace, and how and when to use a fire extinguisher. This course also describes when to evacuate and provides some proper maintenance tips for fire extinguishers. [course outline] How Fire Works Classifications of Fires How a Fire Extinguisher Works Types of Fire Extinguishers Water Extinguishers AFFF Carbon Dioxide Extinguishers Halon-Type or Clean Agent Dry Chemical Extinguishers Dry Powder Extinguishers Wet Chemical Extinguishers Rating System When to use a Fire Extinguisher How to Use a Fire Extinguisher (PASS) When to Evacuate Replacing or Recharging Used Extinguishers Extinguisher Maintenance

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and describe the elements in the fire tetrahedron
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the basics of how a fire extinguisher works
  • Differentiate between the types of fire extinguishers
  • Describe the rating system used for fire extinguishers
  • State when to use a fire extinguisher
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • State when to evacuate due to fire
  • Describe proper fire extinguisher maintenance

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: French
Capability: Audio, Video

We see them hanging on the wall every day but most people know very little about fire extinguishers. Use this course to educate your team on the fire tetrahedron, the types of fires that can occur in the workplace, and how and when to use a fire extinguisher. This course also describes when to evacuate and provides some proper maintenance tips for fire extinguishers. [course outline] How Fire Works Classifications of Fires How a Fire Extinguisher Works Types of Fire Extinguishers Water Extinguishers AFFF Carbon Dioxide Extinguishers Halon-Type or Clean Agent Dry Chemical Extinguishers Dry Powder Extinguishers Wet Chemical Extinguishers Rating System When to use a Fire Extinguisher How to Use a Fire Extinguisher (PASS) When to Evacuate Replacing or Recharging Used Extinguishers Extinguisher Maintenance

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and describe the elements in the fire tetrahedron
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the basics of how a fire extinguisher works
  • Differentiate between the types of fire extinguishers
  • Describe the rating system used for fire extinguishers
  • State when to use a fire extinguisher
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • State when to evacuate due to fire
  • Describe proper fire extinguisher maintenance

Duration: 0.25 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English, Spanish
Capability: Audio, Video

An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. In many cases, active shooters use multiple firearms and there is often no pattern or method to their selection of victims. This course describes the best actions to take in an active shooter situation as well as the correct ways to interact with law enforcement officers.

Learning Objectives

  • State the approximate number of mass shootings since 2010
  • Describe the value of having a personal active shooter response plan
  • List the three major components of an active shooter response plan
  • Describe some of the correct ways to interact with law enforcement officers at an active shooting

Duration: 0.73 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English, French, Spanish
Capability: Audio, Video

We see them hanging on the wall every day but most people know very little about fire extinguishers. Use this course to educate your team on the fire tetrahedron, the types of fires that can occur in the workplace, and how and when to use a fire extinguisher. This course also describes when to evacuate and provides some proper maintenance tips for fire extinguishers.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and describe the elements in the fire tetrahedron
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the basics of how a fire extinguisher works
  • Differentiate between the types of fire extinguishers
  • Describe the rating system used for fire extinguishers
  • State when to use a fire extinguisher
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • State when to evacuate due to fire
  • Describe proper fire extinguisher maintenance

Duration: 0.25 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English, Portuguese, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish
Capability: Audio, Video

This course covers the importance of creating emergency action plans in preparation for unexpected emergencies, accidents, and evacuations at industrial workplaces. Based on OSHA standards and recognized industry best practices, this course is intended as an introduction or refresher for general industry workers and those responsible for developing an emergency action plan.

Learning Objectives

  • List items in a typical emergency action plan
  • List types of employee roles in an emergency
  • List sources for medical care in an emergency
  • Identify different types of emergency personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Describe requirements for evacuation routes, exits, and assembly points
  • State why emergency training is important

Duration: 0.50 Hrs

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English, Arabic, Portuguese, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Czech
Capability: Audio, Video

Every second counts in the event of a fire. In only 30 seconds, small flames can get out of control and turn into a major fire, which can lead to an injury or a fatality. In this course, you will learn about the nature of fire, preventative and protective measures, fire sprinklers, smoke detectors, alarms, fire extinguisher use, evacuation, the stop, drop, and roll procedure, and more.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify ways the danger of fire can be eliminated or minimized
  • Identify and describe the elements necessary for fire
  • List methods of fire prevention
  • Describe the different fire protection methods
  • Describe evacuation procedures
  • Differentiate between the classifications of fire
  • Describe the rating system used for Class A and B portable fire extinguishers
  • List in order the steps for using a portable fire extinguisher (PASS)
  • Describe what to do if your or someone else’s clothing catches fire

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

According to the National Fire Protection Association, in 2011, the cost of unwanted fire events accounted for $329 Billion, or 2.1% of the GDP. Understanding the fundamentals of fire behavior is critical for planners, designers and the construction trades to achieve a safe and sustainable society. Controlling and managing a friendly or hostile fire process or event is a specialty unto itself and requires a strong foundation in fire science for future education and professional development. All fields of engineering and design will be touched by this ever present tool and hazard. This interactive online course will guide you through fire history, simplified explanations of the processes of various types of fires, health risks, and common control and suppression techniques for a hostile fire.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify when a friendly fire turns hostile.
  • List three ways in which heat can be transferred in order to stop the spread of fire.
  • List the necessary elements to ignite and sustain a fire.
  • Differentiate between the five classes of fire, and identify the extinguishing agent that best combats each class.
  • Describe the dangers of a flashover and a backdraft.
  • State the two primary objectives of the building and fire codes.

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

A review of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board’s website shows a running scroll of chemical accidents in the news. Almost on a daily basis, there is a listing for a fire or explosion at an industrial site and many of these accidents are due to an explosive or flammable chemical. While production and use of these types of chemicals are essential to many industries, it is vital that they are handled properly to prevent the loss of life, property damage, or evacuations of nearby communities. Through this interactive, online course, a foundation for recognizing the classification of explosive or flammable chemicals will be provided. In addition, safe work practices for the storage and use of these chemicals will be presented.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • List appropriate regulations pertaining to explosive and flammable chemicals
  • Identify the classification of chemicals as explosive or flammable
  • Determine proper storage methods for explosive and flammable materials
  • Explain how to handle hazardous materials which are classified as explosive or flammable

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

Maintaining the life safety of building occupants, the protection of emergency responders, and limiting the damage to a building and its contents is of paramount importance. The purpose of 2015 International Fire Code®: Significant Changes is to familiarize fire officials, building officials, plans examiners, fire inspectors, design professionals and others with many of the important changes in the 2015 International Fire Code (IFC®). This interactive, online course is designed to assist code users in identifying the specific code changes that have occurred and, more important, in understanding the reasons behind the changes. It is also a valuable resource for jurisdictions in their code adoption process.

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Determine when emergency power systems shall automatically provide secondary power after primary power is lost
  • Identify the type of power required for electrical loads where interruption of the primary power could create hazards or hamper rescue or fire-fighting operations
  • List the conditions in which the fire code official is authorized to permit the removal of existing occupant-use hose lines
  • Recognize where ionization smoke alarms should be installed
  • Recall the building occupancy type in which carbon monoxide detection is and is not required
  • Determine in which cases sprinkler detection is and is not required

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

Are you confused by all of the jargon and acronyms used regarding hazardous waste and remediation? What do you know about the latest real or perceived threats to groundwater or air quality? Do you want to learn whether your neighbor’s stash of trash and rusted drums is merely annoying or legally hazardous? This interactive online course covers the origins of hazardous waste and the legislation set in place by the U.S. government and other global entities to mitigate risk and encourage pollution prevention.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define hazardous waste and identify its origins
  • Discuss the history of hazardous waste in the U.S.
  • Describe hazardous waste legislation
  • Relate the relationship between the Resource and Conservation Recovery Act and the basic Superfund process
  • Explain hazardous waste management in terms of risk assessment and pollution prevention
  • Discuss hazardous waste management in countries outside the U.S.

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, WebCast, MobileReady

Fire and smoke dampers are essential components of fire and life safety systems of a building. Their operation prevents the spread of fire and smoke and allows building occupants to safely exit a building during a fire. Fire and smoke dampers are also vital to the integrity of fire and smoke rated building assemblies. Improper specifications, installation, actuation or simply the lack of fire and smoke dampers can result in damage to a building or worse, loss of human life. This interactive online course will discuss fire walls, fire barriers, smoke barriers, fire partitions and horizontal assemblies.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the four types of fire and smoke dampers and correctly differentiate each type.
  • Identify the type and rating of a fire damper’s fusible link.
  • Specify the appropriate type of fire or smoke damper for an HVAC duct penetration given a building’s occupancy, construction type and wall/ceiling classification.
  • Specify the appropriate actuation methods for a fire/smoke damper knowing the type of fire alarm system installed in a building.
  • Specify the appropriate fire or smoke damper given the above conditions and the UL listing of the damper.

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

How well versed are you in the safety requirements laid out by the 2015 International Fire Code Essentials? In this online interactive course we give you detailed instruction in code administration, general precautions against fire, and emergency planning and preparedness. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Develop a more detailed understanding of the most commonly applied general safety requirements of the 2015 International Fire Code.
  • Understand code administration and requirements of each of the International Codes.
  • Define the legal aspects, permits and inspections of the IFC.
  • Describe the general precautions against fire and emergency planning and preparedness.

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

Fires can cause significant injury or loss of life. It is important to have services in place so fire fighters can quickly gain access to a building in the event of an emergency. This interactive online course teachers you about the International Fire Code and how it regulates building services. You will learn about fire service features including roadways for fire department access, water supply manual firefighting operations and means of identifying buildings through its address or other markings. You will also learn about selection and installation requirements for decorative materials and furnishings that could become sources of fuel for fires. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify approved fire apparatus road requirements for buildings
  • Describe fire service features and the necessary inspection and maintenance of these systems
  • Describe proper installation, operation, and maintenance of building systems
  • Define the requirements for interior finishing and decorative materials

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

Unwanted fires injure and kill thousands annually and inflict a monetary impact on communities. Did you know that over 40 percent of the businesses that experience a fire never reopen because they lose their customer base? That is why fire code enforcement is an important public safety function. In this interactive online course, you will learn about provisions requiring a fire protection system in the 2015 International Fire Code® (IFC®) and the 2015 International Building Code® (IBC®), including required documents, testing, and procedures for impairment and monitoring. You will also learn requirements for automatic sprinkler systems, including key terms, design and installation standards, types, and other vital requirements. Finally, you will explore means of egress systems and various components, such as load, width, distance, illumination, and maintenance. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council®.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain, with added detail, the most commonly applied fire/life safety systems and features of the 2015 International Fire Code® (IFC®)
  • Determine requirements for all fire protection systems
  • Recall different types of automatic sprinkler systems and when they are required
  • Describe means of egress and the different components

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

Unwanted fires injure and kill thousands annually and inflict a monetary impact on communities. Did you know that over 40 percent of the businesses that experience a fire never reopen because they lose their customer base? That is why fire code enforcement is an important public safety function.

In this interactive online course, you will learn the basics of the fire code and how to properly apply the code to the most commonly encountered hazards. You will also review the general requirements for hazardous materials and some of the requirements for the proper storage and handling of compressed gasses and flammable and combustible liquids. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the specific general requirements for hazardous materials to protect building occupants from an accidental release.
  • Identify the health, flammability, and chemical instability of a hazardous material using a hazard identification sign.
  • Describe how to handle damaged gas containers that present fire safety and health implications
  • Explain the storage, use, handling, and dispensing requirements of flammable and combustible liquids to prevent unwanted fires.
  • Recall how many openings a storage tank should have to prevent fatal incidents from occurring.

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, MobileReady

Proper handling of flammable and combustible materials can significantly reduce hazards to property and people. This interactive online course teachers you about the 2015 International Fire Code® (IFC®) and regulations on handling and storage of combustible material. You will learn about sources of ignition, storage, use and handling of flammable and combustible liquids and the operation and maintenance of flammable finishing activities. You will also learn about combustible dust production operations and fire safety during construction and demolition. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

In this interactive online course, you will learn the basics of the fire code and how to properly apply the code to the most commonly encountered hazards. You will also review the general requirements for hazardous materials and some of the requirements for the proper storage and handling of compressed gasses and flammable and combustible liquids. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • List motor fuel-dispensing facility requirements
  • Describe types of flammable finishing processes and safety requirements
  • List required safeguards used to eliminate fire hazards when using powder coating equipment
  • Identify the safety requirements for a spray room and spray booth
  • Describe IFC requirements for exhaust duct separation distances at point of discharge
  • List the commodity hazard classifications
  • Describe fire safety requirements during construction and demolition
  • Define the IFC regulations regarding activities of hazardous and special processes and uses

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, WebCast, MobileReady

The environment and public health and safety are affected with every oil spill and facilities should work to mitigate their risk with a goal of zero oil discharge. By the end of this course, you will learn about the tools facilities can use to prevent, contain, control and if necessary cleanup after an oil spill.

In this interactive online course, you will learn the basics of the fire code and how to properly apply the code to the most commonly encountered hazards. You will also review the general requirements for hazardous materials and some of the requirements for the proper storage and handling of compressed gasses and flammable and combustible liquids. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Review applicable REGULATIONS for oil spills
  • Establish inspection plans and maintenance practices to PREVENT oil spills at your facility
  • PREPARE your facility for potential oil releases and establish ways to mitigate releases
  • Train facility personnel to CONTAIN any releases of oil at your facility
  • Facilitate proper CLEAN-UP responses to any oil spills and releases

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Fundamental
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video, MobileReady

A safe means of escape is crucial when it’s necessary to quickly evacuate a building. This course will provide examples of some previous egress tragedies that well help you to understand critical means of egress requirements. You will learn how to develop an emergency action plan and a fire prevention plan that may be implemented in your facility so you can be ready if disaster strikes.

In this interactive online course, you will learn the basics of the fire code and how to properly apply the code to the most commonly encountered hazards. You will also review the general requirements for hazardous materials and some of the requirements for the proper storage and handling of compressed gasses and flammable and combustible liquids. Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Discuss past egress tragedies and identify the safety flaws that contributed to each occurrence
  • Identify critical means of egress requirements to ensure safe exit from a structure in the event of an emergency
  • Explain how to develop an emergency action plan based on OSHA 1910.38
  • Describe how to develop a fire prevention plan based on OSHA 1910.39

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Course Level: Advanced
Languages: English
Capability: MobileReady, Responsive

Understanding fire is the first step toward designing features to prevent and protect against it. We cannot eliminate the potential for fire, but we can achieve a high level of fire safety by applying fundamental life safety principles during building planning, design, and operation.

This 2-hour online course focuses on one of the important life safety protection features-adequate means of egress-in the context of two of the leading codes used in the U.S. today: the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®) Life Safety Code, and the International Code Council (ICC) International Fire Code.

There is a test at the end of this course.

Learning Objectives

The goal of this course is to provide an overview of basic fire safety design considerations affecting number and capacity of means of egress in an occupied space.

After completing this course, you should be able to:

  • Describe characteristics of fire and common flammable substances
  • Identify major codes and regulations that affect fire safety design
  • Discuss fundamental life safety principles and their application to means of egress
  • Complete simple calculations of occupant load and exit capacity