Lesson 1Extinguisher types and matching: water, foam, CO2, ABC dry powder, BC dry powder — principles and limitations with plastics and flammable liquidsCovers main extinguisher agents, how they work on different fire classes, and their limits with plastics, energised equipment, and flammable liquids, guiding correct selection to avoid ineffective or dangerous applications.
Fire classes A, B, C, D, and K overviewWater extinguishers and plastic fire limitsFoam agents and flammable liquid coverageCO2 use on electrical and liquid firesABC and BC powders: benefits and drawbacksAgent compatibility with sensitive equipmentLesson 2Fire alarm system design basics: zoned alarm layout, manual call points, auto-detection types, interfacing with suppression and HVAC shutdownIntroduces basic fire alarm design, including zoning strategies, manual call point placement, detector selection, sounder coverage, and how alarms interface with suppression systems, elevators, and HVAC shutdown controls.
Alarm zoning and building compartmentationManual call point spacing and mountingSmoke and heat detector selection basicsSounder and strobe coverage requirementsInterfacing alarms with suppression systemsHVAC shutdown and elevator recall linksLesson 3Fixed suppression and detection options: smoke/heat detectors, aspirating detectors, linear heat detectors for high-heat zonesReviews fixed detection and suppression options, including point smoke and heat detectors, aspirating systems for early warning, and linear heat detection for high-heat or inaccessible areas such as cable trays and conveyors.
Point smoke detector applicationsRate-of-rise and fixed heat detectorsAspirating detection for early warningLinear heat cable for harsh environmentsDetector spacing and sensitivity settingsLesson 4Specialised suppression for flammable liquid storage: foam systems, deluge, sprinkler foam applications and compatibilityFocuses on suppression for flammable liquid storage, covering foam system types, deluge and sprinkler foam applications, compatibility with stored liquids, and containment measures to manage contaminated runoff.
Flammable liquid storage risk assessmentFoam concentrates and expansion typesFoam sprinkler and deluge applicationsSystem compatibility with stored liquidsDikes, drains, and runoff containmentLesson 5Sprinkler considerations and wet/dry systems: when to recommend sprinklers in production and warehouse areasExplains when sprinklers are appropriate in production and warehouse areas, comparing wet and dry pipe systems, freeze protection, water supply needs, and how occupancy, fire load, and ceiling height influence system selection.
Criteria for recommending sprinklersWet pipe system components and usesDry pipe systems for freezing conditionsCeiling height and storage configuration impactWater supply, pumps, and tank requirementsLesson 6Portable firefighting equipment maintenance: inspection frequency, hydrostatic testing intervals, and tagging practicesDescribes maintenance of portable firefighting equipment, including inspection frequencies, functional checks, hydrostatic test intervals, refilling, tagging, and recordkeeping to ensure readiness and regulatory compliance.
Monthly visual inspection checklistAnnual service and functional testingHydrostatic test intervals by cylinder typeRefilling, recharging, and seal replacementTagging, labelling, and record retentionLesson 7Extinguisher placement plan: mounting height, signage, keeping access clear, protection from damageDetails how to position extinguishers for rapid access, including mounting heights, spacing, travel distance, signage, protection from impact, and keeping paths clear of storage or obstructions in all building areas.
Mounting height and visibility rulesTravel distance and coverage spacingSignage design and placement standardsProtecting units from impact and damageKeeping access routes free of obstructionsLesson 8Extinguisher sizing and quantity guidelines: placement density, travel distance criteria, and recommended numbers for production hall, warehouse, office, workshopProvides guidance on sizing and quantity of extinguishers using fire class, hazard level, floor area, and travel distance, with examples for production halls, warehouses, offices, and workshops to meet code and best practice.
Determining hazard classification by areaSelecting extinguisher rating and capacityTravel distance and coverage calculationsExamples for production hall layoutsWarehouse, office, and workshop scenariosLesson 9Emergency lighting, exit signage and illuminated escape routes: illumination standards, battery backup, testingExplains emergency lighting and exit signage requirements, including illumination levels, battery backup types, testing routines, and how to ensure escape routes remain visible and legible during power failures and smoke.
Illumination level and uniformity criteriaExit sign placement and visibility rulesCentral vs self-contained battery systemsMonthly and annual function testingMaintaining clear, lit escape pathways
