Topics: Understanding the Fire Alarm Requirements of the IBC-2024
This is a one day event that will be relevant for code officials, architects, engineers, contractors and layout technicians.
The program topics will include:
- A thorough review of the fire alarm requirements by use group, as well as the general fire alarm requirements included in the IBC.
- Practical exercises used to improve the participant’s knowledge of and how to use the building and fire codes in determining fire alarm requirements.
- Attendee workbook (provided electronically)
- Attendees will need to bring a laptop or tablet to view workbook and class exercises.
- Attendee should bring or have access to the 2024 International Building Code.
- This course consists of 7 Contact Hours for continuing education, with certificates issued by the AFAA. The Attendee must attend the entire seminar to receive credit.
Course Outline:
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- Part 1 – Introduction and discussion of Codes and Standards
- Part 2 – Review the format of the International Building Code and discuss some of the significant changes between editions
- Part 3 – Specific fire alarm requirements by occupancy use group and occupant load
- Part 4 – General fire alarm requirements such as submittal document requirements
- Part 5 – Practical exercises and discussion of fire alarm system requirements
The capacity for this event is limited to 46 attendees, and registration closes on September 16, so make sure to reserve your spot soon!
Location:
Scott Conference Center
6450 Pine St
Omaha, NE 68106
Presenter:
Automatic Fire Alarm Association, Inc.
Registration Cost:
$200.00 per person for chapter members
$200.00 per person for AHJs
$250.00 per person for non-members
(Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided)
The agenda for the day will include:
8:00 – 9:00 am: Attendee Check-in
9:00 – 10:30 am: Morning Session 1
10:30 – 10:40 am: Morning Break
10:40 – 12:00 pm: Morning Session 2
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 – 2:50 pm: Afternoon Session 1
2:50 – 3:00 pm: Afternoon Break
3:00 – 5:00 pm: Afternoon Session 2
Sponsorship Opportunity:
If any companies or individuals are interested in providing conference sponsorship, please contact the Chapter Treasurer Travis Degoei at travis.degoei@mw-as.com. The benefits provided include:
Platinum - $1000
- 8’ table with two chairs for a booth/product display.
- Continental breakfast and lunch
- One complimentary conference registrant
- Listing in conference directory
- Company logo and contact information displayed on the chapter website for year
Gold - $600
- One complimentary conference registrant
- Listing in conference directory
- Company logo and contact information displayed on the chapter website for year
Silver - $350
- Listing in conference directory
If spending the night, a special lodging rate is available for Scott Conference Center event attendees at:
Courtyard Omaha Aksarben Village
1625 S 67th St
Omaha, NE 68106
402-970-0262
Courtyard.com/OMAWT
Residence Inn Omaha Aksarben Village
1717 S 67th St
Omaha, NE 68106
402-926-0302
Marriott.com/OMAKV
