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Unit 4 - Installation & Testing

Delegates enrolling for these Units should have passed Unit 1Fire Detection Design. This one day course compliments the Fire Detection Design course providing the delegate with the essential knowledge to install and test hard wired fire detection and alarms systems.

Course prices: £150 per delegates (FIA Members); £225 per delegate (Non Members). Prices are subject to VAT at the current rate.

The course covers:

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  • The components used
  • Technology of components
  • Positioning of control panels
  • Siting for call points and detectors
  • Alarms and the limitations to use
  • Cable types required
  • Segregation of cables
  • Cable volt drop
  • Installer’s responsibilities
  • Possible causes of false alarms
  • Testing the wiring and components prior to commissioning Fault finding
  • Certification
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    During the course delegates will sit short tests and those attaining an average 75% pass mark will be awarded an FIA nationally recognised certificate.