Major Work Activity E - Inspects, tests and maintains (ITM) fire protection systems

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Task E-18 Inspects and tests water-based fire protection systems

Task Descriptor

Frequent inspection and testing of water-based fire protection systems is vital to ensure that these systems work within their required parameters and extends the system longevity.

This is essential in the protection of life and property. These inspections and tests are conducted as per manufacturer’s specifications, AHJ requirements, and codes, standards and regulations.

E-18.01 - Performs scheduled inspections of water-based fire protection systems

E-18.01 - Performs scheduled inspections of water-based fire protection systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-18.01.01P refer to inspection schedule requirements inspection schedule requirements are referred to according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
E-18.01.02P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified of scheduled inspection
E-18.01.03P select and use inspection documents inspection documents are selected and used according to owner or their representative’s instructions, company policies, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
E-18.01.04P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-18.01.05P identify and document abnormalities and deficiencies abnormalities and deficiencies are identified and documented by performing visual inspections, referring to previous reports, and according to manufacturers' specifications, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
E-18.01.06P identify and document interior piping obstructions piping obstructions are identified and documented by opening system piping and examining interior conditions for obstructions according to manufacturers' specifications, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-18.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of water-based fire protection systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. interpret information about water-based fire protection systems and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-18.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to inspect water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to inspect water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for inspecting water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. describe procedures to inspect water-based fire protection systems and their components
  4. identify frequency of inspection of water-based fire protection systems and components
  5. identify common causes of water-based fire protection system failures
  6. describe procedures to inspect fire pump units and components
  7. describe procedures to inspect hydrants and fire department connections for operation and drainage
  8. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
  9. identify requirements for inspecting backflow preventers
E-18.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for inspection of water- based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for inspection of water-based fire protection systems and their components
  2. explain liabilities and responsibilities for inspecting water-based fire protection systems

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-18.02 - Performs scheduled tests of water-based fire protection systems

E-18.02 - Performs scheduled tests of water-based fire protection systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-18.02.01P refer to testing schedule requirements testing schedule requirements are referred to according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
E-18.02.02P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified of scheduled test and completion of work
E-18.02.03P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-18.02.04P confirm water-based fire protection system is disabled and isolated water-based fire protection system is disabled and isolated with approval of owner or their representative, and according to AHJ
E-18.02.05P perform required tests required tests are performed on water-based fire protection system components to ensure that they work within established parameters
E-18.02.06P complete documentation documentation is completed according to manufacturers’ specifications, owner or their representative and company requirements, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-18.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of water-based fire protection systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. interpret information about water-based fire protection systems and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-18.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to test water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to test water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for testing water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. describe procedures to test water-based fire protection systems and their components
  4. identify frequency of testing of water-based fire protection systems and components
  5. identify requirements for testing water-based fire protection systems that have been modified or repaired
  6. identify testing requirements for signalling devices
  7. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate water-based fire protection systems, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  8. describe procedures to test fire pump units and components
  9. describe procedures to test hydrants and fire department connections for operation and drainage
  10. describe procedures to test backflow prevention devices
  11. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
E-18.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between water-based fire protection systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of release devices
E-18.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  2. explain liabilities and responsibilities for testing of water-based fire protection systems
E-18.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection during testing procedures
  2. describe procedures to handle and dispose of water-based fire protection system materials

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Task E-19 Maintains and repairs water-based fire protection systems

Task Descriptor

Sprinkler fitters perform maintenance and repairs on all types of water-based fire protection systems to mitigate potential malfunctions or failures, and to keep the system and components in full operating state.

E-19.01 - Troubleshoots water-based fire protection systems

E-19.01 - Troubleshoots water-based fire protection systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-19.01.01P identify potential deficiency and location deficiency and location is identified by examining fire alarm panel, speaking with owner or their representative, and performing visual inspection and testing for abnormalities
E-19.01.02P determine probable cause symptoms of malfunction are identified and analyzed within location of deficiency to determine probable cause
E-19.01.03P determine required corrective action required corrective action is determined to reinstate system’s integrity and operation
E-19.01.04P inform owner or their representative of findings and recommendations findings and recommendations resulting from troubleshooting are communicated to owner or their representative
E-19.01.05P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-19.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of water-based fire protection systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. interpret information about water-based fire protection systems and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-19.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to troubleshoot water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to troubleshoot water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for troubleshooting water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. describe procedures to troubleshoot water-based fire protection systems and their components
  4. identify common causes of water-based fire protection system deficiencies and failures
  5. identify testing and troubleshooting methods for signalling devices
  6. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate water-based fire protection systems, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  7. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
E-19.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between water-based fire protection systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of release devices
E-19.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for troubleshooting water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. explain liabilities and responsibilities for troubleshooting water-based fire protection systems

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-19.02 - Repairs deficiencies of water-based fire protection systems

E-19.02 - Repairs deficiencies of water-based fire protection systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-19.02.01P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified to access system to prevent false fire service responses, and upon completion of work
E-19.02.02P confirm water-based fire protection system is disabled and isolated water-based fire protection system is disabled and isolated with approval of owner or their representative, and according to AHJ
E-19.02.03P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-19.02.04P verify and repair or replace deficient components deficient components are verified and repaired or replaced based on nature of problem and according to manufacturers’ specifications, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
E-19.02.05P take corrective actions corrective actions are taken to return system to normal operational status
E-19.02.06P ensure operation of equipment and components equipment and components operate according to manufacturers' specifications, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-19.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of water-based fire protection systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. interpret information about water-based fire protection systems and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-19.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to repair water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for repairing water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. describe procedures to repair water-based fire protection systems and their components
  4. identify testing requirements for signalling devices
  5. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate water-based fire protection systems, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  6. describe procedures to repair fire pump units and components
  7. describe procedures to repair hydrants and fire department connections
  8. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
  9. describe procedures to inspect and test repaired water-based fire protection systems and their components
  10. describe procedures to verify operation of equipment and their components
  11. identify requirements for testing water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe associated procedures
E-19.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between sprinkler systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of release devices
E-19.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  2. explain liabilities and responsibilities for repair of water-based fire protection systems and their components
E-19.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection during repair procedures
  2. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle water-based fire protection systems and their components

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-19.03 - Performs scheduled maintenance of water-based fire protection systems

E-19.03 - Performs scheduled maintenance of water-based fire protection systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-19.03.01P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified to access system to prevent false fire service responses, and upon completion of work
E-19.03.02P confirm water-based fire protection system is disabled and isolated water-based fire protection system is disabled and isolated with approval of owner or their representative and according to AHJ
E-19.03.03P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-19.03.04P perform scheduled maintenance procedures scheduled maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ specifications, task, and codes, standards and regulations
E-19.03.05P inform owner or their representative of scheduled maintenance procedures to be performed owner or their representative is informed of scheduled maintenance procedures to be performed

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-19.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of water-based fire protection systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. interpret information about water-based fire protection systems and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-19.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to maintain water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to maintain water-based fire protection systems and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for maintaining water-based fire protection systems and their components
  3. describe scheduled maintenance procedures for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  4. identify frequency of maintenance of water-based fire protection systems and components
  5. identify common causes of water-based fire protection system failures
  6. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate water-based fire protection, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  7. describe procedures to maintain fire pump units and components
  8. describe procedures to maintain hydrants and fire department connections
  9. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
  10. describe procedures to verify maintained water-based fire protection systems and their components
E-19.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between water-based fire protection systems and fire panels
  1. identify signals, and describe their operation and purpose
E-19.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for water-based fire protection systems and their components
  2. explain liabilities and responsibilities for maintenance of water-based fire protection systems and their components
E-19.03.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection during repair procedures

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Task E-20 Inspects and tests specialty fire suppression systems and equipment

Task Descriptor

Frequent inspection and testing of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment is vital to ensure that these systems work within their required parameters. This is essential in the protection of life and property.

E-20.01 - Performs scheduled inspections of specialty fire suppression systems

E-20.01 - Performs scheduled inspections of specialty fire suppression systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-20.01.01P refer to inspection schedule requirements inspection schedule requirements are referred to according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
E-20.01.02P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified of scheduled inspection
E-20.01.03P select and use inspection documents inspection documents are selected and used according to manufacturers’ specifications
E-20.01.04P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-20.01.05P identify abnormalities and deficiencies abnormalities and deficiencies are identified by performing visual inspections and referring to previous reports

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-20.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of specialty fire suppression systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of specialty fire suppression systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of specialty fire suppression systems and their components
  3. interpret information about specialty fire suppression systems and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-20.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to inspect specialty fire suppression systems and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to inspect specialty fire suppression systems and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for inspecting specialty fire suppression systems and their components
  3. describe procedures to inspect specialty fire suppression systems and their components
  4. identify frequency of inspection of specialty fire suppression systems
  5. identify common causes of specialty fire suppression system failures
  6. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
E-20.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between specialty fire suppression systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of release devices
E-20.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for specialty fire suppression systems and their components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for specialty fire suppression systems and their components
  2. explain liabilities and responsibilities for inspecting specialty fire suppression systems
E-20.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle specialty fire suppression systems and their components and materials

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-20.02 Performs scheduled tests of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-20.02.01P confirm testing schedule requirements testing schedule requirements are confirmed to according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
E-20.02.02P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified of scheduled test and completion of work
E-20.02.03P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-20.02.04P arrange for or disable and disarm specialty fire suppression system and equipment specialty fire suppression system and equipment are disabled and disarmed with permission by owner or their representative according to AHJ
E-20.02.05P perform required tests required tests are performed on specialty fire suppression system and equipment to ensure that they work within parameters established by manufacturers’ and engineers’ specifications
E-20.02.06P complete applicable documentation documentation is completed according to manufacturers’ specifications, company policies, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-20.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment, their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. interpret information about specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-20.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to test specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to test specialty fire suppression system and equipment and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for testing specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. describe procedures to test specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  4. identify frequency of testing of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  5. identify requirements for testing specialty fire suppression systems and equipment that have been modified or repaired
  6. identify testing requirements for signalling devices
  7. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate associated alarms and supervisory devices for specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  8. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
E-20.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between fire suppression systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
E-20.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for specialty fire suppression system and equipment
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for specialty fire suppression system and equipment
  2. explain liabilities and responsibilities for testing of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
E-20.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle specialty fire suppression system and equipment and their components

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-20.03 - Performs scheduled inspections of portable fire extinguishers

E-20.03 - Performs scheduled inspections of portable fire extinguishers
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-20.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
E-20.03.02P perform visual inspection of condition of components visual inspection is performed to ensure that components are in place, secured and free from physical damage
E-20.03.03P verify that hoses and nozzles are intact hoses and nozzles are intact and clear of obstructions
E-20.03.04P verify that required maintenance and hydrostatic tests are up-to-date visual verification of prior maintenance and testing dates is documented
E-20.03.05P verify gauge pressure and cylinder weight gauge pressure and cylinder weight is verified to ensure it is within acceptable operating parameters
E-20.03.06P determine type and location of fire extinguishers type and location of fire extinguishers match hazards of area
E-20.03.07P document inspection inspection is documented on equipment tags according to company policies, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-20.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of portable fire extinguishers, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify classes and types of portable fire extinguishers, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of portable fire extinguishers
  3. interpret information about portable fire extinguishers found on drawings and specifications
E-20.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to inspect portable fire extinguishers
  1. identify tools and equipment used to test portable fire extinguishers, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for inspecting portable fire extinguishers and their components
  3. describe procedures to inspect portable fire extinguishers
  4. identify components of portable fire extinguishers
  5. explain liabilities and responsibilities for inspection of portable fire extinguishers
  6. identify frequency of inspection of portable fire extinguishers
E-20.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for inspecting portable fire extinguishers
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for inspecting portable fire extinguishers
E-20.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle portable fire extinguishers

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Task E-21 Maintains and repairs specialty fire suppression systems and equipment

Task Descriptor

Sprinkler fitters perform maintenance and repairs on all types of specialty fire suppression systems according to manufacturers’ specifications to mitigate potential malfunctions or failures. Maintenance is performed on a regular schedule to ensure equipment is in full operating condition, and can be expected to operate in this condition until the next inspection.

E-21.01 - Troubleshoots specialty fire suppression systems and equipment

E-21.01 - Troubleshoots specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-21.01.01P identify potential problems problem is located by examining control release panel, speaking with owner or their representative, and performing visual inspection for abnormalities
E-21.01.02P determine probable cause conditions of malfunction are identified and analyzed in problem area to determine probable cause
E-21.01.03P determine required corrective action required corrective action is determined to reinstate system’s integrity and operation according to manufacturers’ and engineers’ specifications
E-21.01.04P inform owner or their representative of findings and recommendations findings and recommendations resulting from troubleshooting are communicated to owner or their representative
E-21.01.05P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-21.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. interpret information about specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-21.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to troubleshoot specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to troubleshoot specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for troubleshooting specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  3. describe procedures to troubleshoot specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  4. explain liabilities and responsibilities for troubleshooting specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  5. identify common causes of specialty fire suppression system and equipment failures
  6. identify testing and troubleshooting methods for signalling and actuation devices
  7. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate specialty fire suppression systems, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  8. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
  9. describe procedures to verify operational status of system after troubleshooting
E-21.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between specialty fire suppression systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of actuation devices

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-21.02 - Repairs deficiencies of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment

E-21.02 - Repairs deficiencies of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-21.02.01P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified to prevent false fire service responses and upon completion of work
E-21.02.02P arrange for or disable and disarm specialty fire suppression system and equipment specialty fire suppression system and equipment are disabled and disarmed with permission by owner or their representative according to AHJ
E-21.02.03P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-21.02.04P repair or replace deficient components deficient components are repaired or replaced based on nature of problem according to manufacturers’ specifications
E-21.02.05P take corrective actions corrective actions are taken to return system to normal operational status according to manufacturers’ specifications
E-21.02.06P verify repair repair is verified by performing functional test of valves and system according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-21.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. interpret information about specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-21.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to repair specialty fire suppression system and equipment and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for repairing specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. describe procedures to repair specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  4. explain liabilities and responsibilities for repair of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  5. identify testing requirements for signalling devices
  6. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate specialty fire suppression systems and equipment, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  7. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
  8. describe procedures to perform functional test of repaired specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
E-21.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between specialty fire suppression systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of actuation devices
E-21.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
E-21.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

E-21.03 - Performs scheduled maintenance of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment

E-21.03 - Performs scheduled maintenance of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-21.03.01P refer to maintenance schedule requirements maintenance schedule requirements are referred to according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
E-21.03.02P notify owner or their representative owner or their representative is notified to prevent false fire service responses and upon completion of work
E-21.03.03P arrange for or disable and disarm specialty fire suppression system and equipment specialty fire suppression system and equipment are disabled and disarmed with permission by owner or their representative according to AHJ
E-21.03.04P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
E-21.03.05P perform scheduled maintenance procedures scheduled maintenance procedures are performed according to manufacturers’ specifications, task, and codes, standards and regulations
E-21.03.06P inform owner or their representative of any deficiencies or impairments owner or their representative is informed of any deficiencies or impairments

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
E-21.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. interpret information about specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components found on drawings and specifications
E-21.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of scheduled maintenance procedures for specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to maintain specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for maintaining specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  3. describe scheduled maintenance procedures for specialty fire suppression systems and equipment and their components
  4. explain liabilities and responsibilities for maintenance of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  5. identify frequency of maintenance of specialty fire suppression systems and equipment
  6. describe procedures to shut down and reactivate specialty fire suppression systems, and associated alarms and supervisory devices
  7. identify types of impairments and deficiencies, and explain associated recommendations and requirements
E-21.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of relationship between specialty fire suppression systems and fire panels
  1. identify types of fire panels and signals, and describe their operation and purpose
  2. describe operation of actuation devices
E-21.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for specialty fire suppression system and equipment
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for specialty fire suppression system and equipment

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)