Professional Understanding & Preparation for NFPA – CWBSP EXAM

(Certified Water-Based Systems Professional)

Duration:

36 Hours (6 Days × 6 Hours per Day

OR 9 Days × 4 Hours per Day)

OR 12 Days × 3 Hours per Day)

Overview:

This diploma program is designed to provide fire protection professionals, engineers, and safety officers with a comprehensive understanding of the NFPA standards relevant to water-based fire protection systems, with a primary focus on the Certified Water-Based Systems Professional (CWBSP) credential framework.

Participants will explore all applicable NFPA codes and standards such as NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 15, NFPA 16, NFPA 20, NFPA 22, NFPA 24, and NFPA 25, with detailed practical interpretation, design review, system components, inspection, testing, and maintenance procedures.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of fire protection systems
• Background in mechanical, civil, or fire safety engineering is preferred
• Understanding of NFPA 101 and NFPA 72 is an advantage
• Proficiency in reading technical diagrams and plans

Who Should Attend:

• Fire protection engineers and consultants
• Safety officers and loss prevention professionals
• Fire system designers and installers
• Facility managers and maintenance engineers
• Civil and mechanical engineers involved in system design
• Professionals preparing for the NFPA CWBSP Certification Exam

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the diploma, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply NFPA water-based system standards
• Design, inspect, and maintain sprinkler, standpipe, foam, and water mist systems
• Select proper components (pumps, valves, piping) based on NFPA codes
• Ensure compliance with installation and maintenance standards
• Prepare for the NFPA CWBSP certification with confidence

Training Contents:

1. NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

• Scope, system types, and definitions
• Sprinkler spacing, positioning, and hydraulic calculations
• System components: pipes, fittings, sprinklers, hangers
• Installation requirements for commercial and residential systems
• Seismic protection, water supplies, and acceptance testing

2. NFPA 14 – Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems

• Types of standpipe systems (Class I, II, III)
• Water supply requirements and pressure design
• System installation criteria and placement
• Testing and maintenance requirements
• Integration with fire department connections (FDCs)

3. NFPA 15 – Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection

• Application for cooling, exposure protection, and process areas
• System types: open and closed nozzle systems
• Design considerations: density, spray pattern, and duration
• Nozzle types and layout
• System testing and acceptance

4. NFPA 16 – Standard for Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems

• Foam system classifications and applications
• Concentrates and proportioning equipment
• Discharge devices and foam-water sprinkler integration
• System design and installation requirements
• Inspection, testing, and maintenance

5. NFPA 20 – Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection

• Types of pumps: centrifugal, vertical turbine
• Pump room layout and environmental requirements
• Fire pump controllers and driver types (electric/diesel)
• Suction and discharge piping, testing procedures
• Performance curves and acceptance testing

6. NFPA 22 – Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection

• Types of tanks: gravity, pressure, suction supply
• Tank construction, installation, and heating requirements
• Water level indicators, vents, and overflow design
• Tank maintenance and inspection

7. NFPA 24 – Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains

• Underground piping design and materials
• Depth of burial, jointing methods, and thrust blocks
• Control valves, hydrants, and flushing procedures
• Testing: hydrostatic and flushing tests
• Connection to municipal supply and backflow prevention

8. NFPA 25 – Standard for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

• ITM requirements for sprinklers, standpipes, pumps, tanks
• Frequencies of inspection and functional testing
• Obstruction investigations and impairment procedures
• Documentation and compliance requirements
• Roles and responsibilities of owners and contractors

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