Wisconsin Security Association Inc.

Fire Alarm Installation Methods Certification
2026-12-02 08:00 - 2026-12-03 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Live Class Room, P.O. Box 28882, Greenfield, WI, 53228, United States
Course Description
This 14-hour course, followed by an exam provides broad training in proper installation and service requirement for commercial and household fire alarm systems based on NFPA and ICC codes.
NFPA requires fire inspection and testing personnel to be knowledgeable and trained, and service personnel to be qualified and experienced. Students will learn the information needed for professionals to become familiar with fire alarm system requirements necessary to gain certification and prove competence. (NTS 1.6 CEUs) An e-manual is included in this purchase-Prefer print, a copy can be purchased through NTS for an additional cost.
Fire Alarm Installation Methods will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills to:
•Teaches the code knowledge and practical technical skills you need to design, install and maintain fire alarm systems that comply with NFPA 72 (2019 edition), NEC (2017) and NFPA 70 (2017 edition).
SUBJECT AREAS
•Fire alarm system introduction •Codes and standards •Fire system fundamentals •Initiating device operation •Initiating device spacing and location •Emergency control functions •Notification appliances and circuits •Communication and reporting •Testing & inspecting •Household systems •Documentation •Wiring •CO detection •Emerging technologies
WISA Members – $395
Non-Members, $545
Fire/Municipal Inspectors $150
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International Building Code
2026-12-10 08:00 - 17:00
Course Description
This 7-hour course, followed by a one hour examination, teaches students the practical application of the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Fire Code (IFC). Instruction focuses on the fire alarm and access control requirements for most common occupancy classes that students will encounter on a daily basis, offering insights on common errors and areas of confusion. Special attention is paid to the similarities and differences between the International Building Code (IBC) and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. (NTS 8.0 CEUs) An e-manual is included in this purchase-Prefer print, a copy can be purchased through NTS for an additional cost.
International Building Code will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills to:
•Design, install and maintain fire alarm and electronic access control systems that comply with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
•Identify niche business opportunities based on the most common occupancy classes, creating new revenue-generating services and opportunities
•Understand the similarities and differences between the IBC, IFC and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code making it easier to understand what requirements apply based on the adopted code in local jurisdictions
Subject Areas
•Fire alarm systems •Egress control •Assembly occupancies •Educational occupancies •Residential occupancies •Institutional occupancies •Other occupancies •Life Safety Code / International Building Code comparison
WISA Members – $275
Non-Members – $425
Fire/Municipal Inspectors $150
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*Optional if sufficient enrollment of 12
