FIRE 150 - Industrial Fire Protection

Course Description

  • Recommended Prep: FIRE 101 and FIRE 102

Basic fire protection-prevention course for industry. Includes planning, managing and training for fire emergencies. Cross-listed as OESM 150. May be taken on a CR/N basis.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of FIRE 150, the student will be able to:

  • Describe the various principles of combustion and fire growth
  • Determine building classification and construction types
  • Explain the relationship between building systems and fire protection
  • Identify appropriate housekeeping requirements for fire protection
  • Describe the pros, cons and application of various fire protection systems
  • Perform a basic fire safety inspection
  • Appropriately determine occupancy classifications and understand unique fire protection needs for various occupancies
  • Describe unique fire protection measures required for hazardous materials
  • Draw a diagram of a structure identifying fire protection and classification types
  • Describe requirements for fire safety under HIOSH rules
  • Read plans and write an inspection report
  • Identify unique fire hazards associated with high-risk processes