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Special Inspection Seminars
The IFC offers seminars for those charged with conducting special inspections in accordance with ASTM E2173 (penetrations) and E2393 (joints). Special inspection of firestopping is required by IBC 2012/2015 and by NFPA 1. Seminars are held around the US as regional demand arises.
There are three types of seminars offered:
Premier Certificate level of achievement is completed with
Firestop Product Familiarization Seminars (4-6 hours)
These IFC-approved seminars provide training on the inspection of all types of firestop products, including the full line of products of at least four (4) manufacturers. Such training is required for those special inspectors seeking to upgrade their IFC special inspector certificate to a Premier Certificate. This training is also required by OSHPD for individuals doing all levels of firestop inspection. Click here for more information.
Hands-on how-to-inspect firestopping seminars (8 hours)
These IFC-instructed seminars provide the fundamentals for how to inspect penetration and joint firestop installations in the field, to comply with the requirements of ASTM E2174 and E2393. Seminars are taught by highly experienced special inspectors, to enhance the peer-to-peer experience. A complete seminar description is available here. Completion of this seminar is required by those seeking to apply for Intertek IQP "Qualified Firestop Inspector" program. The IQP designation is mandated by OSHPD for those doing firestop inspections in new construction and in existing facility additions.
Perimeter fire barrier inspection seminar (8 hours; can also be adjusted to your needs)
Perimeter fire barriers, as defined by ASTM E2307, are the systems that prevent fire and smoke spread via the inside of the building via the joint (gap) between a curtain wall and a floor slab. All curtain wall construction has such a joint. This seminar provides an understanding of Curtain Wall and Perimeter Containment. It details the building code requirements related to this joint (IBC in the US, UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice plus IBC when taught in the Middle East). The seminar covers UL and ASTM Testing Standards, the ASTM special inspection methodology for sampling and visual and destructive testing (ASTM E2174), and best practices of Firestop Inspection and Quality Control. Download the seminar brochure.
To be notified when seminars are added and open for registration, join our mailing list.
There are three types of seminars offered:
Premier Certificate level of achievement is completed with
Firestop Product Familiarization Seminars (4-6 hours)
These IFC-approved seminars provide training on the inspection of all types of firestop products, including the full line of products of at least four (4) manufacturers. Such training is required for those special inspectors seeking to upgrade their IFC special inspector certificate to a Premier Certificate. This training is also required by OSHPD for individuals doing all levels of firestop inspection. Click here for more information.
Hands-on how-to-inspect firestopping seminars (8 hours)
These IFC-instructed seminars provide the fundamentals for how to inspect penetration and joint firestop installations in the field, to comply with the requirements of ASTM E2174 and E2393. Seminars are taught by highly experienced special inspectors, to enhance the peer-to-peer experience. A complete seminar description is available here. Completion of this seminar is required by those seeking to apply for Intertek IQP "Qualified Firestop Inspector" program. The IQP designation is mandated by OSHPD for those doing firestop inspections in new construction and in existing facility additions.
Perimeter fire barrier inspection seminar (8 hours; can also be adjusted to your needs)
Perimeter fire barriers, as defined by ASTM E2307, are the systems that prevent fire and smoke spread via the inside of the building via the joint (gap) between a curtain wall and a floor slab. All curtain wall construction has such a joint. This seminar provides an understanding of Curtain Wall and Perimeter Containment. It details the building code requirements related to this joint (IBC in the US, UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice plus IBC when taught in the Middle East). The seminar covers UL and ASTM Testing Standards, the ASTM special inspection methodology for sampling and visual and destructive testing (ASTM E2174), and best practices of Firestop Inspection and Quality Control. Download the seminar brochure.
To be notified when seminars are added and open for registration, join our mailing list.
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If your organization has 7 or more people who wish to attend a special inspector training seminar, look into the possibility of arranging a seminar at your location.
IFC Firestop 204 – Firestop product familiarization seminar Contact Hours: 3.0 CEU: 0.30 ICC Course No: 12429 IFC Firestop 208 - Inspect firestopping in accordance with ASTM E2174 and E2393, as required by IBC Contact Hours: 7.0 CEU: 0.70 ICC Course No: 10472 IFC Firestop 308 - Understanding IBC Firestop Special Inspection, and Hands-on Multi-Manufacturer Firestop Product Training Contact Hours: 7.0 CEU: 0.70 ICC Course No: 16578 The maximum number of attendees per seminar is 30. |
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Intertek Firestop Inspection IQP DesignationThe IFC strongly encourages those special inspectors who do firestopping for a majority of their time to seek out the additional training and accreditation, as provided by the Intertek IQP program. See their site for further information: Intertek Qualified Personnel
To Be Eligible for IQP You Must:
The in-person training courses are offered a minimum of four times a year. The current schedule can be found on the IFC Home Page. Inspectors who become accredited through the Intertek IQP program are listed at the Intertek website, have photo ID cards that identify them as such, and have unique stickers that they can/should use for every penetration or joint inspected in accordance with ASTM E2174 and E2393. The Intertek IQP truly differentiates the most highly competent special inspectors available. |
Basic self-learning modules
(via PowerPoint presentations)
To scroll through each of the PowerPoint slide files, click on the down arrow to advance the slide show and the up arrow to backtrack.
Firestop Overview – Just the Basics
Construction Joints
Flexible Fire Resistive Duct Enclosures
Perimeter Curtain Walls
Firestop System Selection
Comprehensive Firestop Tutorial (96 slides)
To scroll through each of the PowerPoint slide files, click on the down arrow to advance the slide show and the up arrow to backtrack.
Firestop Overview – Just the Basics
Construction Joints
Flexible Fire Resistive Duct Enclosures
Perimeter Curtain Walls
Firestop System Selection
Comprehensive Firestop Tutorial (96 slides)
3rd Party Inspection Education and Certificate Program!
The International Firestop Council provides the only comprehensive Firestop Special Inspection education and certificate program, designed to teach and verify the knowledge required for an IBC or NFPA 1 code compliant firestop special inspection. Click here for information on the free self-education program. The program includes an optional exam for those who wish to have an end-of-study verification of their knowledge.
Code Inspection Seminars - for AHJs and other inspectors
For AHJs and others seeking a live instructional presentation from 2-8 hours long (as requested), see below. Each provides ICC Preferred Provider CEUs. Get all the details.
Inspection of Firestop Systems is an educational seminar intended to help building officials, fire marshals and design professionals ensure firestopping installations meet governing codes. This in-depth and comprehensive seminar includes a generic, industry created presentation given by representatives from IFC. The free seminar focuses on the requirements, proper inspection and enforcement needed for different firestop applications. The training is offered in 2, 4 and 8 hour versions, ranging from a basic overview (2 hrs) to a comprehensive inspection course for AHJs (8 hrs). Get all the details.
Contact the IFC office to schedule an in-person Inspection of Firestop Systems seminar.
Inspection of Firestop Systems is an educational seminar intended to help building officials, fire marshals and design professionals ensure firestopping installations meet governing codes. This in-depth and comprehensive seminar includes a generic, industry created presentation given by representatives from IFC. The free seminar focuses on the requirements, proper inspection and enforcement needed for different firestop applications. The training is offered in 2, 4 and 8 hour versions, ranging from a basic overview (2 hrs) to a comprehensive inspection course for AHJs (8 hrs). Get all the details.
Contact the IFC office to schedule an in-person Inspection of Firestop Systems seminar.