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Fire Sprinkler Systems Seminar

AS2118.1 Public Comment Draft Forum

Welcome

Chris Wyborn / Scott Williams / Matthew Wright

FPA Australia

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Fire Sprinkler Systems Seminar

1. Development of the new standard

2. An overview of the proposed changes

3. The process for providing comments on the public comment draft

4. Regulatory Adoption of the standard

5. Details on FPA Australia's Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme

(FPAS) classes for Fire System Designers and Certifiers

An information session on enterprise agreements and workplace

relations will follow


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1. Switch off or Silent mobile phones

2. Toilets

3. Breaks

4. Emergency Evacuation

5. Certificate of Attendance

6. Slides

Housekeeping


Disclaimer

• Details of products, procedures or methods described within this presentation

are subject to change without notice.

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presentation.

• Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy

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to incorporate any representation or warranty, either express or implied or to

form the basis of any legal relations between the parties hereto, additional to or

in lieu of such as may be applicable to a contract of sale or purchase.

• This presentation is provided solely on the basis that users will be responsible

for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are

advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.

• FPA Australia, its directors, employees and agents do not accept any liability for

any injury, loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information.


Provision of pre-public comment draft of AS 2118.1

DisclaimerParticipants to this seminar have been provided with an exclusive pre-public comment

version of AS 2118.1.

Distribution of the pre-public comment draft of AS 2118.1 provides an exclusive sneak peak to the improvements proposed in the standard but is subject to the following strict conditions imposed by SAI Global:

1. Must only be provided to participants at the FPA Australia AS 2118.1 seminars2. Recipients are not to photocopy, circulate or distribute the drafts;3. It must be acknowledged that this document is a pre public comment draft which may require further editorial changes; 4. Any public comment is to be provided on the public comment version; and5. It should be noted that Australian Standards can be purchased at

http://infostore.saiglobal.com/store/ or by calling 131 242.

As soon as this final public comment version becomes available all seminar participants will be informed.

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DR AS 2118.1 - Status

• The public comment period was scheduled to commence in February

2014. This has been delayed whilst the document is edited and

formatted to meet Standards Australia guidelines and ABCB protocols.

• FPA Australia respects and supports the need for proposed NCC

reference documents to meet these guidelines and protocols prior to

being released for public comment.

• The pre-public comment version of the Standard contains technical

improvements and core technical requirements which are not disputed.

However further work is required by Standards Australia to ensure the

language and drafting rules are met and to ensure new concepts are

appropriately referenced between normative and informative sections

of the Standard.

Andre Mierzwa

Australian Operations Chief Engineer

FM Global


Standards Australia Development Phases

Proposal (80% draft plus Compelling Net Benefit Case)

Project Approval (2 times per year – Standards Resourced)

Technical Committee and Kick Off (Independent Chair)

Drafting (2 working Groups plus PIA)

Public Comment

Consideration of Comment

Draft for Postal Ballot

Publishing

April 2011

July 2011

April 2012

Dec 2014

Feb 2015

July 2015

Aug 2015

Sep 2015


ABCB Protocol for NCC Reference Documents

Developing the new standard

May 2011 Feb 2015 NowSept. 2015

Deadline


1999 – Standard that is currently referenced in NCC

2006 - AS 2118.1 – 2006 published without a RIS – Rejected by

ABCB

2007 to 2009 – ABCB Sprinkler Reference Document developed

2010 – AS 2118.1 2006, Amendment 1

2010 – New revision of AS 2118.1 proposed

2011 – ABCB Sprinkler Reference Document Shelved – RIS Failed

2011 – Unresolved discussion on restructuring AS 2118.1 into parts

Insurance Council categorically rejected the restructuring

2011 – April – I submitted a proposal for a new revision – following

new Standards procedures and ABCB protocol, accepted!



The Preliminary Impact Assessment (Cost Analysis) > 200 Case Studies


1. Categorised Goods - 6000 m2 Warehouse, 12.2m internal ceiling height (at the apex) Rack Storage

In nearly all cases, the new revision comes in at substantially lower cost.

Case Study 1- Cat 2-99, Cat 3-New

Demand Costs $

Version Flow

litres

Pressure kPa Duration

minutes

Volume

litres

Ceiling In rack Infrastructure Pumps Tank Total Cost

1999 4928 732 90 443,498 105,027 133,771 124,346 61,600 56,000 480,744

New 5555 830 60 333,300 132,638 0 105,133 66,000 48,000 351,771

. Note – 1999 limits storage height to 6m – analysis is for full 10.5m storage height available

Case Study 2 - Cat 3-99, Cat 5-06-New (Cartoned Unexpanded Plastic)

Demand Costs $

Version Flow

litres

Pressure kPa Duration

minutes

Volume

litres

Ceiling In rack Infrastructure Pumps Tank Total Cost

1999 5277 820 90 474,962 105,027 133,771 124,346 62,000 58,300 483,444

New 5555 830 60 333,300 132,638 0 105,133 66,000 48,000 351,771

Note – 1999 limits storage height to 6m – analysis is for full 10.5m storage height available

$480,744

$351,771


Sections 1 to 10 – Same headings content updated

Section 10 includes new guidance on Car Stackers

Section 11 High Hazard – All new, based on FM Data Sheets

DS 2-0 – Installation guidelines for Automatic Sprinklers

DS 8-9 – Storage of Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and Plastic Commodities

Section 12 Special Commodities – all new – based on FM Data Sheets

DS 8-3 Rubber Tire Storage

DS 8-21 Roll Paper Storage

DS 8-7 Baled Fibre Storage

DS 8-22 Storage of Baled Waste Paper

DS 8-18 Storage of Hanging Garments

DS 8-30 Storage of Carpets

DS 7-31 Storage of Aerosol Products

Section 13 Flammable and Combustible Liquids

DS 7-29 Ignitable Liquid Storage in Portable Containers and

NFPA 30

Section 14 – Hydraulic Calculation – from 2006

Overview of Changes compared to 1999 version of AS 2118.1


Appendix A - Occupancy Classification – 1999 and 2006 revised

High Hazard Categories – New following FM Classifications

Appendix B – Referenced Documents

Appendix C – Orifice Plates

Appendix D – Water Supply Arrangements – from 2006

Appendix E – Graphic Representation of Hydraulic Characteristics – from

2006

Appendix F – Aerosols Supplementary Design Requirements – from 2006

Appendix G – Documentation – from 2006

Appendix H - Commissioning and Acceptance – from 2006

Appendix J - Minor Works – from 2006

Overview of Changes compared to 1999 version of AS 2118.1


Minor changes and updating of terminology

“Special Sprinklers” removed – now “Types of Sprinklers”

Sprinklers referred to by K Factor (metric) and RTI

where

Q = Flow, L/min

P = Pressure, kPa

Storage Sprinklers defined by

K Factor – metric and US

Section 1 - Scope and General


Classification of occupancies updated – New High Hazard Storage

Categories, Special Commodities and Flammable and Combustible

Liquid Storage

High Pile Storage Risks – Category of Goods

Section 2 – Classification of Sprinkler Systems and Design Data

1999 New Edition

Category 1 Category 1, 2 and 3

Category 2 Category 2, 3, 4 and 5

Category 3 Category 3, 4, 5 and Special

Category 4 Category 5, 6 and Special

Storage Risk – Special Consideration

Special Commodities and Flammable and Combustible Liquids


Maximum floor area per system – all now uniform

9,000 m2

Antifreeze System > 30% by volume limited to 185

m2

Sprinkler compatibility – same temperature rating

and RTI in a compartment (K factor can vary –

Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard)

Section 2 – Classification of Sprinkler Systems and Design Data


Commentary on sprinkler water shields where needed, and heat collector

plates – no such thing

Removed all reference to FRL’s (protocol) and hence exemption for toilets

and washrooms

Section 3 - Installations

TYCO Viking


Added exemption for sprinklers over deep fat fryers

where kitchen suppression system is fitted

Removed limitation of 4 alarm valves for grouping

of alarms

Added option of strobe light in lieu of water motor

alarm



Exposure protection – now 6m (BCA)

Added Sprinkler Location Table from 2006 version

Added Glazed Openings Figures from 2006 version



Grading of water supplies discontinued in favour of “Reliable Supply” and

“Dual Supply” from 2006

Pressure tanks removed throughout

Restriction on combined sprinkler and hydrant mains flow to 120 L/sec

(7,200 L/min)

(Boosting issue – Hydrant Standard)

Maximum Pressure limit increased from 1000 to 1200 kPa

Section 4 – Water Supplies


Tank refill based on hazard – from 2006,

LH - 6 hours, OH – 12 hours, HH and Specials – 18 hours, Dual one tank

18 hours

All tanks designed to AS 2304

Added break tanks to AS 2304

Town Main performance changed from

minimum pressure to 95th percentile

Pump start pressure reduced for multiple pumps, first highest sprinkler

demand, second 100 kPa lower, etc. Provided 50% sprinkler demand still

met

Added test facility on automatic inflow for limited capacity tanks



Most favourable area design requirement removed.

The term Qmax replaced by “Maximum Flow Rate” – for systems with fire

pump(s)

“The maximum flow rate of the system is 130% of the flow demand for the

most unfavourable area calculation that produces the largest flow demand”


100% 130%

Maximum Flow Rate

50 kPa

Fire Pump Duty

Pressure

kPa

Flow L/min


Permitted shadow areas introduced

Ceiling pockets – 300mm for combustible roof/ceiling, 450mm for non-

combustible,150mm for sidewall sprinklers and < 2.83 m3

Section 5 - Spacing and Location of Sprinklers


Cloud Ceilings

Partial Suspended Ceilings (cloud ceilings) -

full protection above and below

Treated as same hazard above and below –

not a concealed space unless totally boxed in.

Concern – fire starting between “clouds”



Additional guidelines on positioning

of sprinklers – long droppers not

acceptable

Suggest both issues get a stronger

more definite treatment and

prominent clauses



Incorporated requirements from AS 2118.9 and AS 4118.2.1

Removed references to FRL (protocol)

Added flexible tube assemblies – metal braided DN 20 LH, DN 25 OH &

HH. Limit 3.7m

Orifice plates can only be used for Light and Ordinary Hazard

Section 7 - Piping


Installation of Control Assembly in

secured enclosure or room readily

accessible to Fire Brigade

Pressure Gauge Schedule and Valve

List required (Align with AS 1851 - 2012)

Pressure management station (pressure

reduction) included

Auto Jacking Pump included (prevention

of false alarms)

Concession for remote test points for

high rise with flow test switches at each

level

Section 8 – Valves and Ancillary Equipment


Design now 6 sprinklers operating at 70 kPa (vs 6 @ 48 L/min)

Added design data for residential sprinklers in LH systems – 4 sprinklers

@ listed pressure

Added design data for ECLH sprinklers – 5 sprinklers @ listed pressure

Added reduced capacity tanks (reduce by 1/3 for over 25m, 2/3 under

25m) with auto inflow

Minimum Sprinkler orifice now K 8.0 (15 mm nominal orifice – 10 mm

gone)

Clarified where residential sprinklers can be used

Minimum pipes size 25mm

Section 9 – Light Hazard Class Systems


Removed the old Density over area design to –

60 L/min from –

OH 1 – 6 sprinklers



OH 3 Special – 30 sprinklers

Removed partial pre calculated – fully hydraulically calculated

Sprinklers in concealed spaces considered independent from occupied

areas

Added reduced capacity tanks (reduce by 1/3 for over 25m, 2/3 under

25m) with auto inflow, and break tanks to AS 2304 if supply can feed >

120% demand

Section 10 – Orinary Hazard Systems


Car Stackers

AS 2118.1 – 1999 - Clause 5.7.8

“Storage fixtures wider than 2m (cars or car platforms) shall be fitted

with sprinklers at each shelf level.”

New Version

Stacker sprinklers

• 15mm

• Quick Response

• Conventional

• 68 0C

• (BRE -Fire Test

• Report)

Section 10 – Orinary Hazard Systems


Amalgamation of FM Data Sheets 2-0 and 8-9

Encapsulation – accounted for in all design tables

Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems


Obstructed vs. Unobstructed roof/ceiling

• Construction assembly that prevents

the flow of hot gasses to spread

uniformly to the nearest 4 sprinklers.

• Construction materials (purlins) that

protrude more than 100mm

• Exceptions

Bar Joist trusses > 70% open

Bays > sprinkler spacing



Obstructed Ceilings

Exceptions for purlins > 100mm deep

QR and SR, normal and extended coverage storage

sprinklers

Max. Spacing does not exceed 9.3 m2

Structural members do not exceed 300mm

depth

Sprinkler sensing element and deflector below

members

Members from 300 to 550mm – only standard

response sprinklers allowed

Major impact on 12 sprinkler design applications

For Extended Coverage – max. purlin depth 100 mm



Grouped Obstructions



Incidental High Hazard Storage

Individual Stacks < 20 m2 separated by a minimum of 2.4 m

Height limited by commodity – additional table for Special Commodities



Extension of High Hazard into Lower Hazard

High hazard design extends 4.6m into

The Lower Hazard area

Exception – draft curtain 600 mm deep with

clear 6m wide aisle centred under the draft

curtain.



Ceiling Slope

If exceeded –

1. False ceiling required

2. Racking – treat same as excessive clearance (in-rack sprinklers)


CEILING SLOPE

RTI rating In-rack sprinklers installed

Ceiling Slope

Quick Response Yes or No Up to 100

Standard Response No Up to 100

Yes Up to 200


High Volume Low Speed (HVLS) fans

Automatic Shutdown within 90 sec of sprinklers

operating

Avoid sprinkler spray pattern obstruction issue

Nothing yet on Jet Fans



In-rack sprinkler positioning

New guidance on flue space being protected and rack uprights (except

when face sprinklers are located in the transverse flue affected)



Scheme A

“Protection for higher hazard category storage or special commodities

where ceiling sprinklers are designed for less hazardous commodities or

storage arrangements”



Tanks

Capacity



Retail Warehousing - concession

• Solid shelves – display, up to 3.7m in 6.0m racking

• Exceptions

Aerosols

Oil Based Paints, varnish or decking oils

Solvents and Flammable Liquids in plastic containers FP<93 C

In rack sprinklers, barriers and for Solvents – Foam Water



Retail Warehousing


Low Cost

Aerosols Paints, Varnish, Oils


Retail Warehousing


Low Flashpoint solvents in plastic containers

Small Foam/water system

Significant expense

Overall cheaper than 1999


Taken from AS 2118.1 – 2006 and updated from latest FM Data Sheets

Rubber Tires – New tables for K Factor Storage Sprinklers

Roll Paper – All tables now for K Factor Storage Sprinklers

Baled Fibres and Waste Paper Storage – Additional Table for K Factor

Storage Sprinkler

Hanging Garments – All new (Data Sheet to be published shortly)

Greater flexibility for typical multi-level hanging garments up to 4.5m

Carpet Storage – All tables now for K Factor Storage Sprinklers

Aerosol Storage – All Tables now for K Factor Storage Sprinklers

Distilled Spirits – No change from AS 2118.1 - 1999

Section 12 – Special Commodities


All new

AS 2118.9 – 1999

A4.3 Storage Risks requiring special consideration

“Aerosols with flammable content, flammable and combustible liquids in

plastic containers, vertically stored tissue paper, and the like”

Notes – Guidance may be obtained from Factory Mutual Data Sheets,

NFPA and other appropriate international standards.

A definite NO per the ABCB Protocol

Only Option was to include the design requirements into the Standard –

Hence the growth in size from 164 pages to 359.

Section 13 – Flammable and Combustible Liquids


FM Data Sheet 7-29 and NFPA 30 – almost identical

NCC or State Regulations specify what buildings need sprinklers installed

Section 13 provides the how to

Drainage and containment

Specifications are per State Regulations (Work Safe), Codes of Practice

(in each State) and referenced in Australian Standards

AS 1940 - Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids

and

AS 3833 – The Storage and Handling of mixed classes of dangerous

goods, in packages and intermediate bulk containers



Key elements

Flash Point

- < 93 0C flammable Liquid - (need foam for extinguishment)

- > 93 0C Combustible Liquid - (water only can extinguish)

Water Miscibility

(Hydrocarbon vs. Alcohols)

Viscosity

Container type and volume

• Metal (relieving and

non relieving)

• Plastic

• Glass



Question

Designers, Consultants and Specifiers of sprinkler systems?

High Hazard Categorized Goods – What standard do you use and %

FM ______ NFPA _______ AS 2118 99 ______ 06 _____ Other ______

Special Commodities – What Standards and %

FM ______ NFPA _______ AS 2118 99 ______ 06 _____ Other ______

Flammable and Combustible Liquids – What Standards and %

FM ______ NFPA _______ AS 2118 99 ______ 06 _____ Other ______

Thank You


What are the problems with the current situation –

AS 2118.1 1999

AS 2118.1 2006

FM Data Sheets

NFPA – 30, 16

Other

Questions


New Revision – compared to what you are currently doing/using

Benefits?

Drawbacks?

Cost reduction?

Cost increase?

Question

Morning Tea

Session will resume at 10:45am

Regulatory Adoption and Feedback Process


FPA Australia


Regulatory Adoption of AS2118.1

AS 2118.1-1999(Amendment 1)

NCCBCA Volume One

Reference Standard

AS 2118.1 – 2015?

Referenced

NCC BCA Volume One

2016 Released

DR AS 2118.1Public

Comment

Consideration of Public

Comment by FP004

Standards Committee

Ballot

Pre-public comment draft

Assessment of Draft and PIA by

ABCB

TargetNow

PublicationAS 2118.1-

2015?

Time

New Standard considered for adoption by ABCB – October 2015

Public Comment Draft of NCC

BCA Volume One 2016

Deemed-to-Satisfy Requirement of

BCA Volume One

Good Practice where BCA

compliance is not required

Could inform an Alternative

Solution

AS 2118.1-2006

Not referenced by the NCC BCA

Volume One

2000 2006

Could inform an Alternative

Solution

2015

Standards Committee FP009Developing Draft


Ideal Situation

NCCBCA Volume

One

AS 2118Suite

AS 2419.1

AS 2941-2013 AS 2304-2011

Primary Reference Standards

Secondary Reference Standards

Regulatory Adoption of AS2118.1


Providing public comment

Providing Public Comment – The Next Step

1. Download the Draft Public Comment Standard from the SAI Global website

FPA Australia will distribute a link when the public comment version is released.

2. To provide feedback to FPA Australia on the Draft Standard the Association will provide a link to an electronic survey form when the public comment version is released.

Closing date for comments to FPA Australia will be 2 weeks before the end of the compulsory 9 week public comment period.


This information confirming how your comment will be treated will be provided when you access the FPA Australia public comment electronic survey form to provide comment

Treatment of Comment

Providing Public Comment


This is an example of how you will be requested to capture your comment when you access the FPA Australia public comment electronic survey

Capturing Comment

Providing Public Comment

FPAS System Design and Certify

Chris Wyborn / Scott Williams

Matthew Wright / Leo Mautone

FPA Australia


Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme

FPAS Overview

There are five classes of work that cover different activities undertaken within the fire protection

industry. The five classes of work are:

Qualified

Experienced (transitional)

Trainee (transitional)

Business Recognition

Total Approaching 700 Accredited Individuals



‘Fire Systems Design’ Definition

• The ‘Fire Systems Design’ class of work covers the preparation of designs to a required standard, where the final design documentation outlines the requisite design criteria and provides documentation for procurement / manufacture / construction / installation / and commissioning by competent personnel.

• The definition covering the scope of activities for ‘fire systems design’ work includes:

1. Define scope, hazard level and extent of fire systems design projects.

2. Plan layout of the fire system design.

3. Prepare detailed technical designs and documentation including plans and/or specifications for systems and equipment (including material, installation requirements; testing and commissioning schedules; project expenditure schedules; operations and maintenance manuals).



‘Fire Systems Design’ categories

• Initially the Scheme will focus on ‘fire systems design’ activities, relevant to jurisdiction, associated with the following essential safety measure categories:

• In the future, additional categories will be included, such as but not limited to, ‘Exit and emergency lighting’ and ‘Passive Fire Protection’.



‘Fire Systems Design’ Requirements

Individuals seeking accreditation in fire systems design work are required to:

• be covered by the appropriate $10m Public and Product Liability insurance• be covered by the appropriate $2m Professional Indemnity insurance, with a 7 year ‘Run-off’.

Initially Launching with the Experienced(transitional) and Trainee(transitional) Pathways

Accreditation Type Pathway Conditions

Experienced

Minimum of four (4) years relevant ’fire systems design’ experience.

Option to successfully complete an FPAS training workshop and assessment OR go straight to assessment.

Insurance.

Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years of announced Qualification.

Code of Professional Conduct.

Accreditation fee.

Approval by FPAS evaluation team.

Accreditation

TypePathway Conditions

Trainee

Work under direct supervision only.

Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years (tbc).

Enroll in a formal qualification recognised under FPAS when announced.

Insurance.


Accreditation fee.




Design

Qualified

Experienced

Portfolio of

Evidence

demonstrating

4 + years of

experience

Complete FPA

Australia

Training

Workshop

Pass FPA

Australia

Assessment

Meet

expectations

for Insurance,

Code of

Conduct

Accredited as

Experienced

Designer

Transition to Qualified within 4 years

Based on Competencies

from FPA Australia

recognised Qualifications

Must demonstrate

application of knowledge

similar to BPAD

Sprinkler Systems

Detection & Alarm Systems

Fire Hydrant SystemsBase

Qualification

Plus

appropriate

units of

competence

based on

category

Portfolio of

Evidence

demonstrating

2+ years of

experience

Pass FPA

Australia

Assessment

Meet

expectations

for Insurance,

Code of

Conduct

Accredited as

Qualified

Designer

Sprinkler Systems


Fire Hydrant Systems

‘Fire Systems Design’ Pathways

TBAThe 'Fire Systems Design' class will initially be launched with two (2) individual accreditation pathways for entry into the Scheme:

1. Experienced (transitional) and2. Trainee (transitional)The Qualified Accreditation pathway will be added at a later date.



‘Fire Systems Certification’ Definition

The ‘Fire Systems Certification’ class of work covers the formal validation and certification that states the properties and performance of installed and commissioned systems have fulfilled the specific requirements to meet the design.This process is the initial system certification of the installed system and is not the annual post construction certification process whereby a practitioner validates that the installed system is still capable of performing to the original design/installation requirements.

The definition covering the scope of activities for ‘fire systems certification’ work includes:

1. Assess installed systems and equipment for compliance with the approved design whilst having regard to:

- applicable legislation, codes and standards- variations or specific requirements of approval authorities- commissioning tests and approval documentation- manufacturer’s specifications and product compliance documentation.

2. Prepare an audit report and certification of compliance of installed fire systems and equipment, declaring that the system will operate and perform as per the approved design.



‘Fire Systems Certification’ categories

• Initially the Scheme will focus on ‘fire systems certification’ activities, relevant to jurisdiction, associated with the following essential safety measure categories:

• In the future, additional categories will be included, such as but not limited to, ‘Exit and emergency lighting’ and ‘Passive Fire Protection’.

CATEGORY FIRE SYSTEMS DESIGN

1. Fire sprinkler systems

2. Fire hydrant and hose reel systems

3. Fire detection and alarm systems



‘Fire Systems Certification’ Requirements

Accreditation Type Pathway Conditions

Experienced

Minimum of four (4) years relevant ‘fire systems certification’ experience.

Option to successfully complete an FPAS training workshop and assessment OR go straight to an assessment.

Insurance.

Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years.


Accreditation fee.


Accreditation

TypePathway Conditions

Trainee

Work under direct supervision only.

Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years (tbc).

Enroll in a formal qualification recognised under FPAS.

Insurance.


Accreditation fee.


Individuals seeking accreditation in fire systems design work are required to:

• be covered by the appropriate $10m Public and Product Liability insurance• be covered by the appropriate $2m Professional Indemnity insurance, with a 7 year ‘Run-off’.

Initially Launching with the Experienced(transitional) and Trainee(transitional) Pathways



Certify

Qualified

Experienced

Portfolio of

Evidence

demonstrating

4 + years of

experience

Complete FPA

Australia

Training

Workshop

Pass FPA

Australia

Assessment

Meet

expectations

for Insurance,

Code of

Conduct

Accredited as

Experienced

Systems

Certifier

Transition to Qualified when National Qualification is available

No National

Qualification

currently exists

FPA Australia

raised

with Skills

Council

&

QBCC

Competencies to be

identified by FPA Australia

possibly based on QLD

Certificate IV Fire Systems

Compliance where

appropriate

Must demonstrate application

of knowledge similar to BPAD

Sprinkler Systems


Fire Hydrant Systems

‘Fire Systems Certification’ Pathways



For Further Enquiries or Expressions of Interest in applying for FPAS contactFPA Australia’s Licensing and Accreditation Department

Ph. 03 8892 3131 Email [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

FPA Australia Logbooks


FPA Australia

AS 1851 Logbooks & FPAS UpdateAS 2118.1 Public Comment Draft Forum




The new suite of FPA Australia logbooks includes:

• Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems

• Wet Pipe Systems

• Dry Pipe, Deluge/Water Spray & Pre-Action Systems

• Fire Pumpsets

• Electric Motor

• Compression Ignition (Diesel)

• Fire Hydrant Systems

• Water Storage Tanks for Fire Protection Systems



• Fire Detection & Alarm Systems

• General Requirements

• Emergency Warning Systems & Emergency Intercom

Systems

• Special Hazard Systems

• Fire Extinguisher, Blankets, Hose Reels, Lay Flat Hose

• Passive Fire & Smoke Systems

• Fire & Smoke Barriers & Construction Elements

• Fire & Smoke Doors & Shutters

• Emergency Escape Lighting & Exit Signs

Closing CommentsChris Wyborn / Scott Williams / Matthew Wright

FPA Australia