Fire Alarm Courses

  Fire Alarm Systems and how to use and navigate through NFPA 72 2016 Edition 

This course is required for burglar alarm license renewal and also applicable for fire alarm licensees.  We cover applicable sections of the IRC 2018 NJ Edition and NFPA 72 2016 edition 

 Fire Alarm Systems and how to use and navigate through NFPA 72 2016 Edition

This course satisfies the NJ State Licensing Requirement for 2 hours of training in the Barrier Free Sub-Code for Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Locksmith Licensees.  The course explains the purpose of the code and its relationship to other standards such as IBC Chapter 11, ANSI A117.1 and the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as the responsibility of the Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Locksmith contractor relative to all these requirements.

This course will help you prepare for the NICET 2 Fire Alarm Exam.   We review parts of NFPA 72, NFPA 70, International Building Code, IFC, IRC, NFPA 101.  We review elements of a shop drawing, performing site surveys, project management functions, measuring ceiling pitch or slope, performing take-offs, calculating number and spacing of devices, drawing symbols, reading and interpreting building system plans, using Gantt Charts, Basic logistics terminology, sequence of operation matrix, system startup and diagnostics, basic troubleshooting, fire-stopping practices, lock-out-tag-out, mentoring others,on-site coordination and communication and more. 

 We review reading blueprints, understanding statement of work, performing inspection reports and other required documentation.  We review codes applicable to fire alarm systems including the IBC, IRC, IFC, NFPA1, NFPA 101, NFPA 70, NFPA 72, UL 864, OSHA 29. We also cover basic job-site safety and best practices, math and electronics used in the trade, circuits and voltage drop, electronics formulas and battery calculations.  There are all knowledge elements needed to be successful with the NICET 1 exam. 

This course introduces attendees to the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2014 edition, significant changes from the prior version and applicability to the installation of alarms and electronic security systems.  

This course is "Everything About CEU's".  We explore the CEU requirements for Licensees and why it pays to select your courses carefully.  

Understanding the importance of doing proper inspections and tests, how to complete required documentation and reporting requirements.

This course details when and how to install Strikes, Magnetic Locks and Electrified Locksets taking into account power, voltage drop, standby operation and code requirements as well as lock accessories.

This course satisfies the requirements for Licensee to complete at least 2 hours in the laws and regulations governing the trade.  

 In this module, we review the basic CCTV elements for the Electronic Security Exam