FIP 136 Inspections & Codes

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers the fundamentals of fire and building codes and procedures to conduct an inspection referenced in NFPA standard 1730. Topics include review of fire and building codes, writing inspection reports, identifying hazards, plan reviews, site sketches, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a fire code compliance inspection and produce a written report.

Course is typically offered in Spring
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Describe the relationship of fire and building codes as they relate to a community.
Define the elements of a fire inspection program including the application and interpretation of codes, standards, and recommended practices.
Analyze the code adoption process and the basis for each jurisdiction to enact such codes and regulations.
Explain how to conduct a fire code compliance inspection including a completed written report.
Discuss fire protection systems based on a set of building drawings.