CFPSCertified Fire Protection Specialist
Course Overview
This comprehensive 5-day CFPS training program is designed to equip fire safety professionals with the knowledge and competencies required to successfully pass the Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) exam administered by the NFPA. The course provides in-depth coverage of core concepts from the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, including fire dynamics, fire prevention strategies, fire protection systems, life safety code compliance, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, and fire risk assessments. Participants will gain a structured understanding of key NFPA codes and standards, supported by real-world case studies, technical exercises, and practice exam questions. The training is ideal for individuals seeking to strengthen their qualifications in fire safety, improve their organization’s fire protection protocols, or attain global certification recognition. By the end of the program, attendees will be thoroughly prepared to take the CFPS exam with confidence and apply fire protection knowledge in various industrial and commercial settings.
Key Takeaways
Course Outline
•Overview of the CFPS certification process
•Understanding the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook
•Fire behavior and fire triangle
•Heat transfer mechanisms
•Activity: Fire Behavior Simulation
•NFPA 101: Life Safety Code fundamentals
•Egress system components and requirements
•Emergency evacuation planning
•Fire-rated walls, floors, and barriers
•Fire door assemblies and dampers
Activity: Life Safety Code Walkthrough
•NFPA 13: Standard for Sprinkler Systems
•System types: wet, dry, pre-action, deluge
•Sprinkler system design and maintenance
•NFPA 72: Fire Alarm Code
•Smoke and heat detectors, manual pull stations
•Alarm notification and emergency communication systems
•Activity: Fire Behavior Simulation
•Water-based suppression systems
•Gaseous agents (CO2, FM-200, Novec 1230)
•Foam and dry chemical suppression systems
•Activity: Design Critique Workshop
•Fire risks of flammable and combustible liquids
•Storage and handling best practices
•Simulation: Hazardous Material Storage Inspection
•NFPA 654: Prevention of fires in combustible dust facilities
•NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code
•NFPA 70 (NEC): Electrical codes for fire prevention
•Common causes of electrical fires and mitigation strategies
•NFPA 551: Fire Risk Assessment Guidelines
•Fire modeling techniques and risk evaluation
•Activity: Case Study Discussion – Industrial Fire Incident
•NFPA 1600: Disaster and emergency management
•Fire safety inspections and audits
•NFPA 921: Fire investigation principles
•Understanding fire cause and origin analysis
•Activity: Emergency Response Drill Planning
•NFPA 1: Fire Code and its application
•International Fire Code (IFC) vs. NFPA standards
•Real-world fire case studies
•Analyzing fire incidents for prevention insights
•Simulation: Fire Investigation Analysis
•Summarizing critical NFPA standards
•High-priority CFPS exam content
•Understanding the CFPS exam format
•Time management strategies
•Full-length mock CFPS practice test
•Answer analysis and discussion
•Next steps after passing CFPS
•Career advancement with NFPA certifications
Who Should Attend?
Fire Protection Engineers and Consultants
Fire Safety Officers and Inspectors
Facility and Safety Managers
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Professionals
Insurance Risk Engineers and Loss Control Specialists
Civil Defense and Fire Service Personnel
Project Managers and Engineers responsible for fire protection systems
Anyone pursuing the CFPS credential from NFPA