OESM 150 - Industrial Fire Protection

Course Description

  • Prerequisite: OESM 101 and OESM 102

Basic fire protection-prevention course for industry. Includes planning, managing and training for fire emergencies. Cross-listed as FIRE 150. Credit may be received for FIRE 150 or for OESM 150, but not both.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to 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.