Firestopping Key Points

About the Provider

Specified Technologies Inc. is an industry leader in developing innovative fire protection systems that help stop the spread of fire, smoke, and hot gases. For 30 years now, our team has worked hand in hand with the construction industry to create simple solutions to complex firestopping problems.

https://www.stifirestop.com/

In this one-hour seminar, the basics of life safety and code compliant design for firestopping installation are covered. Additionally, this course covers major issues in design such as the coordination of different trades responsible for firestopping. A UL system approach for firestopping for mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, electrical and data cabling penetrations is covered, as well as for joint construction and curtain walls. Finally, this course covers how code requirements can impact design.

Learning Objectives:

Define the main type of firestop systems
Describe the UL System approach to managing firestop compliance
Recognize the basics of life safety design, such as when, where and why to firestop
Identify codes and standards and discover the steps necessary to design compliant firestop solutions
Identify firestop systems by trade

Provided By:

Specified Technologies Inc.

Design Category:

(10) Specialties

Applicable Credits

AIA

HSW/LU CE Hour(s)