We have 6" mains and 1 1/2" lines and need to provide some kind of drain tough under the piping. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Do you need all the books or can you get by with the isfta book?

How to calculate it? Can you also site the reference, Thank you

I graduated from high school in the beginning of this year and I have a full ride to any tech or community college. Currently I’ve been working as a fire alarm installer since I was 16 (I did online for 2 years). Currently I’m doing cybersecurity for my current career choice but I’m coming to the realization that the job market is very saturated and I’m scared I won’t be able to find a quality job in the feature. However I’ve been told by manny people that I’m very ahead of most people in this field since I have some experience and a nicet 1 at the age of 18. I’m not very good with math so I don’t know if engineering would be my forte.

Hi All,

I have a warehouse with a mixed commodities, some Plastic A commodities are located randomly with the main commodities Class III on the warehouse piled on floor and some on racks, so how to quantify these commodities to know if the below expected can applied to apply the class III requirements.

on other words, what the definition or dimensions of the pallet load listed below in the NFPA 13?

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I am an undergraduate Mechanical Engineering student and would like to study about fire hazard analysis in one of my school's facilities. I have no background in fire protection engineering but I have entry-level experience in FDS thru PyroSim.

Brief background about my study: I would like to model a facility through PyroSim and observe its fire and smoke dynamics. After that, I would propose a redesign of the facility for better fire prevention based on the data from the simulation. I will then simulate the redesigned facility and verify if the facility actually improved its fire prevention (based on some data & specific parameters).

My question: As fire protection engineers, what parameter/s are very important in fire research to determine how "good" a place when it comes to fires? What makes that parameter dangerous that the place may need redesigning if it fails to be within the "range" of what's supposed to be "normal"?

PS: Sorry if the questions sounds dumb but I am currently reading the SFPE Handbook so that I can relate to the answers you will provide.

Thank you!

Hi All,

In IBC Table 307.1 (1), what does it mean when listing not applicable in for Class IIIB. Does it mean it will not be classified as Group-H even exceeded MAQ but what would be the affect if I exceeded the MAQ?

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Current civil 5 years in construction and 2 in design. Sitting for PE soon. Is there room for civils to transition into fire?

What type of positions are there?

I've heard in some threads of the inspectors skipping units for 1 reason or another all related to the tenat who lives there

A customer wants to install a vortex system in their LAN room. There is an existing preaction system in the room, but they want to protect the equipment without using water from the preaction system. Can someone point me to the code or standard that prohibits us from removing the existing preaction system? As I recall, the system cannot be removed and must be retained since the suppression system is considered supplementary.

I am currently in need of a template for the annual fire pump performance test form, as specified by NFPA 25. If anyone has a template or can direct me to a reliable source where I can obtain one, I would greatly appreciate your assistance.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Hopefully this is the right place to ask... I'm looking for a very small, handheld fire suppressor that makes no mess to supplement my large, traditional fire extinguisher. This would only be used to put out very, very small non-spreading fires.

I looked at the Maus system, but cannot find one available anywhere near me in the US, or to order.

Any recommendations or advice?

Hey everyone,

Does anybody have a list of required information that should be shared by a Storage Warehouse operator to determine the requirements as per NFPA 13 and IBC.

Does anybody have copy of this or a edition that is close to it in PDF or a website to purchase hard or paper back for cheaper than NFPA SITE

Does anyone know if they’re going to come out with a handbook for the 2022 edition like they have for the 2019?

I extensively work on autosprink and have very limited knowledge about revit. I was able to design almost all fire sprinkler system on revit(without add in software) by downloading ASC revit content. The issue I am having is that I can’t use different symbol for hanging and I cannot model bracing. Is there an easier way to do it? Another issue I’m having is the room name on linked revit version don’t come in. I can use link view to view it but since the architect put room name on multiple sheets on same floor I can only make rooms tags from 1 sheet visible. Is there a way to make all room tags visible.

A couple of years ago I read in the SPFE forum the following question (I looked for it, I didn't remember it that well):

What is your take on experience FPEs working for an MEP consulting vs. a specialty fire protection firm?

I currently work for a Data Center consultant firm doing design of clean agent systems, LP water mist and other mechanical systems. The fire protection work has been a tiny part compared with the mechanical work I regularly do. I think that the knowledge I have gained from this sector is very valuable, but now it's time to focus on Fire Protection, which is the discipline I like the most.

Knowing about other systems and how they interact with the building and other disciplines have been very useful during my journey, specially learning about HVAC desing and operation.

What is your experience?

I am designing a building with sloping lines (4:12) I am using hydraCAD. I place my line couplings ensuring I have it set to adjust to a 4:12 slope. I set the guidelines at 21-0 on center with the hope that it will adjust for the slope. When I go to list the system they always come up too long. Any help is appreciated.

I am looking to determine the commodity classification for transformer bushings filled with 50-70gal of mineral oil. Spare bushings are to be stored in a warehouse.

I am well under the MAQ of class IIIB from NFPA 30 but unsure what to classify under NFPA 13 which only covers transformers devoid of oil.

I’d like to just say Class I, but the oil concerns me albeit unlikely the oil will ignite.

I have been working in an estimating capacity for the last 18 months, been with the company for 2 years. I spent my first six months doing office admin stuff then started learning estimation from the one of the older guys in my office and that eventually lead me to promoted to a full time estimating position leaving behind the admin stuff (thank god). I have a great relationship with the company owners and a few weeks ago gave me a bonus after landing a few jobs, $1mil in contract across 3 projects plus a handful of fitouts all worth around $50k. This also comes after landing about $750k worth of work in my first year of estimating, all told in the last 18 months I sold just shy of $2mil in contracts.

I am currently making $60k with 401k full medical and generous pto. I live in a MCOL city with a short commute, I have access to vehicles whenever I want but not a personal take home vehicle.

When the owners gave me my bonus they told me I was doing great and when I have my annual review early 2025 they want to discuss me doing more in a sales position outside of just estimating. My question is how to approach salary negotiation, I know alot of the PMs hover around $100k/year plus benefits. They mentioned a commission on top of salary but were vague on what that would look like. Any insight into what a typical sales commission rate would be? % of contract or % of profit? Any help would be appreciated!

Hello everyone, I am taking the Florida Fire Protection System Contractor 2 Licensing exam in a few days and wanted to do some practice questions. Does anyone know where I would be able to get some, I don’t mind purchasing them, I just want to practice before my exam! Recommendations would be greatly appreciated!!

Hi,

Does anyone have a copy of a drawing for the building code analysis similar to the below one?

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We have created a Discord Group for the Fire Protection PE Exam takers for tips and material exchange:

https://discord.gg/nyhS3jmftV

Hey everyone,

I'm studying to take my nicet level 1 exam and bought tabs for nfpa. These are just tabs from the store and not the ones NFPA offers on their site. I tabbed each chapter and my boss told me there are tab requirements and that I might not be able to use my book. Is this true??

Hi all. I want to pursue my FAL license in Texas to be allowed to work on fire alarm systems. However, I’m concerned that my 12 year old DUi (from another state) would impact my chances of getting my FAL and eventually my RME-G. Has anyone had experience with this situation? Take in advance.

When to the website to register the date for my PE exam and it doesn’t show any dates. Changing the test centers doesn’t matter. Am I too early or is there a problem?

Should air vents be at the end of a cross main AFTER the branchlines or BEFORE the branch lines?

Hi everyone,

It is my first time BIM coordinating and I am taking our model from HydraCAD to Navisworks. My .dwg turns into a .nwc when I do this and we check it here by using append with the other models. The issue we have is when I do this I have to do “Unit and Transform” I fill this out and the model looks good, however, this coordinated model is now a .nwg. The issue is we have to upload this to ACC and the .nwg will not register clashes. The client wants the .nwc but I am unsure if I were to upload that without unit and transform it would show up in the correct spot. Also we have it floor by floor and it wouldn’t be one upload.

Anyone have any suggestions? Learning this trial by fire and need all the help I can get.

Thanks!