This course discusses the importance and necessary effort in determining the appropriate occupancy hazard classification when designing a fire sprinkler system. Assessing stored items to determine the commodity classification will also be reviewed. The presenter will cover the specific definitions for each hazard classification and commodity presented in NFPA 13 along with consideration of potential variations that might exist with both FM Data Sheet 8-1 and the International Fire Code (IFC). Participants will learn how to apply the definitions along with key limitations and the use of the associated Annex materials. A variety of examples will be provided to illustrate the process of hazard classification including the use of intermediate scale testing.
Learning Objectives:
• Learn the hazard classification definitions in NFPA 13
• Explain how to establish the hazard being protected
• Understand what elements make up the commodity being classified
• Know the variations that may apply to classifications from FM 8-1 and IFC
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