RedVector RV-11449

Electrical Fire Alarm Systems

Electrical Fire Alarm Systems

1 hr. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: RV-11449

SME: Jim Taube

USD$29.95 InStock 2029-01-01
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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.
Objectives SME Course Applies to
Course 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.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube
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Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.
 
He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.
 
His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.
 
Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.
 
Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.
 
Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.
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Alaska
AK - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
AK - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
Alabama
AL - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
AL - Engineer (General)
Arkansas
AR - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
AR - Engineer (General)
Colorado
CO - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Connecticut
CT - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
District Of Columbia
DC - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
DC - Engineer (General - CE21800018)
Delaware
DE - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
DE - Engineer (General)
Florida
FL - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
FL - Contractor, Certified (General - 0613155)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
FL - Contractor, Electrical (Technical - 0802202)
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FL - Contractor, Electrical Specialty (Technical - 0802202)
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FL - Contractor, Palm Beach County (General - 0613155)
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FL - Contractor, Registered (General - 0613155)
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FL - Engineer (General - 0000271)
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FL - Fire Protection System Contractor (Class I, II & III) (General - FP15897)
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Iowa
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
IA - Engineer (General)
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ID - Engineer (General)
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Kentucky
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KY - Engineer (General)
Louisiana
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
LA - Engineer (General)
Massachusetts
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Maryland
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MD - Engineer (General)
Maine
ME - Engineer (General)
Michigan
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MI - Engineer (General)
Minnesota
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
MN - Engineer (General)
Missouri
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MO - Engineer (General)
Mississippi
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
MS - Engineer (General)
Montana
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MT - Engineer (General)
North Carolina
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NC - Engineer (General)
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Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
NE - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NE - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
New Hampshire
NH - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NH - Engineer (General)
New Jersey
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
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New Mexico
NM - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NM - Engineer (General)
Nevada
NV - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NV - Engineer (General)
New York
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NY - Engineer (General)
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Ohio
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
OH - Engineer (General)
Oklahoma
OK - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - RV2414-2025)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
OK - Engineer (General)
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OR - Engineer (General)
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SC - Engineer (General)
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
TN - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
TX - Engineer (General)
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UT - Engineer (General)
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VA - Engineer (General)
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VT - Engineer (General)
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Wisconsin
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WV - Engineer (General)
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