This course covers fire inspection and code enforcement over 16 chapters. It aims to emphasize fire prevention through inspection and enforcement of building and fire codes. The chapters cover topics like the duties of inspectors, fire behavior, means of egress, hazardous materials, fire alarm and suppression systems, plans review, and inspection procedures. The goal is for students to understand fire prevention and be able to conduct fire safety inspections in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

1. Fire Inspection and Code
Enforcement
8th Edition
Course Overview

2. Course Description
‣ The purpose of this course is to place emphasis on fire prevention
through inspection, code enforcement, the use of model building
and fire prevention codes, including detailed information on the
legal, economic, and political aspects of the fire inspection
process.

3. Chapter 1
‣ Describe the duties of an inspector.
‣ Describe the legal guidelines for inspections. [NFPA® 1031, 4.2.6]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe
the duties of inspectors.

4. Chapter 2
‣Identify appropriate resources for finding current and applicable
codes and standards. [NFPA® 1031, 4.2.5]
‣Explain complaint procedures. [NFPA® 1031, 4.2.4]
‣Describe the role of an Inspector I in the permitting process.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.2.2]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to explain
codes, standards, complaint processes, and permits.

5. Chapter 3
‣ Describe the various components of fire behavior. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.8, 4.3.14, 4.3.15]
‣ Describe fire development. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.14]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
understand fire behavior and how it relates to inspections.

6. Chapter 4
‣Identify construction types. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
‣Identify single-use occupancy classifications. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.1]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to identify
construction types and single-use occupancy classifications.

7. Chapter 5
‣ Identify accepted types of construction building materials and the
fire risks associated with them. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to identify
accepted types of construction building materials and the fire
risks associated with them.

8. Chapter 6
‣ Describe different types of walls found in structures and the fire
hazards they present. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4, 4.3.1]
‣ Identify roof types and coverings and the fire hazards they
present. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4, 4.3.1]
‣ Identify floor characteristics. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
‣ Describe ceiling characteristics. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
‣ Describe stair characteristics important to inspectors. [NFPA®
1031, 4.3.4]
Learning Objective

9. Chapter 6 Cont.
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
describe building components and the fire-related hazards
they present.
‣ Describe the fire risks posed by how doors operate. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4, 4.3.1]
‣ Differentiate among fire doors based on construction and operation. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.4]
‣ Describe different types of windows and how they operate. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
‣ Describe how interior finishes can contribute to fire spread. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
‣ Explain the fire and life safety aspects of building services. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.4]
Learning Objective

10. Chapter 7
‣Describe means of egress systems. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.3]
‣Explain the way to calculate occupant loads for a single-use
occupancy. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.2]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
understand the various components of means of egress.

11. Chapter 8
‣ Describe types of fire lanes and fire apparatus access roads.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.11]
‣ Explain site access considerations for construction and demolition
sites. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.11]
‣ Identify structure access barriers. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.11]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
explain basic requirements concerning site access.

12. Chapter 9
‣ Identify unsafe behaviors that may require code enforcement. [NFPA®
1031, 4.3.8, 4.3.15]
‣ Identify improper use or storage of flammable and combustible liquids.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.8, 4.3.12, 4.3.13, 4.3.15]
‣ Recognize unsafe conditions that have hazardous fire growth potential
and may require code enforcement. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.8, 4.3.14]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
recognize unsafe behaviors and hazardous conditions based
on chapter content.

13. Chapter 10
‣ Explain the application of hazardous materials regulations. [NFPA®
1031, 4.3.8, 4.3.12, 4.3.13]
‣ Identify some of the applicable codes and standards that apply to
hazardous materials. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.8, 4.3.12, 4.3.13]
‣ Explain the classification system used for hazardous materials.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.12, 4.3.13]
‣ Describe the classification and properties of physical hazard materials.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.12, 4.3.13]
‣ Explain the classification of health hazard materials. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.12, 4.3.13]
‣ Describe the code requirements for the marking of hazardous
materials for identification by emergency responders. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.12, 4.3.13]
Learning Objective

14. Chapter 10 Cont.
‣ Describe code considerations for determining the permissible amount
of hazardous materials within a building. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.12,
4.3.13]
‣ Explain the requirements for storage and use of nonbulk and bulk
packaging. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.12, 4.3.13]
‣ Describe the code requirements for testing, maintenance and
operation of equipment, containers and tanks. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.8,
4.3.12, 4.3.13]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
observe and communicate code compliance for the
classification, properties, labeling, transportation, storage,
handling, and use of hazardous materials.

15. Chapter 11
‣ Identify components of public water supply systems. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.16]
‣ Identify characteristics of private water supply systems. [NFPA®
1031, 4.3.16]
‣ Explain water supply testing. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.16, 5.4.3]
‣ Explain fire hydrant inspections. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.16]
‣ Describe how to use a pitot tube and gauge to take flow readings.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.16, 5.4.3]
‣ Explain how to use flow test computations. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.16]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
identify and explain water supply distribution systems.

16. Chapter 12
‣ Describe the components and basic operation of automatic
sprinkler systems. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.5]
‣ Explain the operation of fixed fire suppression systems. [NFPA®
1031, 4.3.5]
‣ Describe types of standpipe and hose systems. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.5]
‣ Explain the components and operation of stationary fire pumps.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.5]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
recognize and explain water-based fire suppression systems.

17. Chapter 13
‣ Describe the components and operation of fixed fire suppression
systems. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.5]
‣ Explain how to determine the operational readiness of portable
fire extinguishers. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.7]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the Inspector I shall be able to
describe components and operation of special-agent fixed fire
suppression systems and how to determine the operational
readiness of portable fire extinguishers.

18. Chapter 14
‣ Identify fire alarm system components. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.6]
‣ Explain types of alarm-signaling systems. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.6]
‣ Explain types of automatic alarm-initiating devices. [NFPA® 1031,
4.3.6]
‣ Describe manual alarm-initiating devices. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.6]
‣ Describe service testing and inspection methods for fire detection
and alarm systems. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.6]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
identify inspection duties required for fire alarm and alarm
signaling system components.

19. Chapter 15
‣ Recognize the need for a plans review. [NFPA® 1031, 4.2.3,
4.3.9]
‣ Identify actions an inspector should take during a plans review.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.3.9]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
explain the need for a plans review and actions taken during a
plans review.

20. Chapter 16
‣ Explain the duties of an Inspector I. [NFPA® 1031, 4.2.1]
‣ Describe components of interpersonal communication. [NFPA®
1031, 4.2.1]
‣ Describe the basic administrative duties of an Inspector I. [NFPA®
1031, 4.2.1]
‣ Describe the preparation required before an inspection. [NFPA®
1031, 4.2.1]
‣ Explain basic inspection procedures. [NFPA® 1031, 4.2.1]
‣ Explain the role of an Inspector I in follow-up inspections. [NFPA®
1031, 4.2.1]
Learning Objective

21. Chapter 16 Cont.
‣ Identify ways an Inspector I will participate in emergency
planning. [NFPA® 1031, 4.3.10]
‣ Describe the complaint management process.
[NFPA® 1031, 4.2.4]
Learning Objective
Learning Outcomes
‣ After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to
explain the duties of an Inspector I in relation to inspection
procedures.