General Objective
Enabling participants to understand the requirements of fire pump systems and water tanks according to the Saudi Fire Code (SFC), and linking them to international reference standards NFPA 20 and NFPA 22, ensuring correct application in design, implementation, and operation within projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Detailed Objectives
After completing the training program, the trainee is expected to be able to:
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Understand the regulatory framework of the Saudi Code and its relationship with international standards.
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Distinguish between types of certifications (SASO – UL – FM) and understand the scope of each.
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Identify types of fire pumps, their components, and their operating mechanisms.
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Determine appropriate water sources for fire systems according to the code.
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Apply NFPA 20 requirements in the selection and installation of fire pumps.
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Understand the requirements for pump rooms and their electrical and mechanical supply systems.
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Analyze fire tank requirements according to NFPA 22 and link them to local practicalities.
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Evaluate common errors in projects and propose appropriate solutions.
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Link theoretical requirements to practical application on-site.
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Develop an engineering vision that assists in making design and implementation decisions.
Target Audience:
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Fire Protection Engineers.
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Mechanical Engineers (MEP).
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Design and Supervision Engineers.
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Site and Implementation Engineers.
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Safety and Civil Defense Inspectors.
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Operation and Maintenance Staff.
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Firefighting System Contractors.
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Consultants and Engineering Firms.
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Fresh Graduate Engineers.
Course Modules:
Day 1: General Framework and Fire Pump Systems
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Overview of the Saudi Fire Code (SFC) and its relationship with international standards.
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Introduction to NFPA standards, clarifying their scope and field of application.
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Defining various certifications (SASO, UL, FM) and explaining the differences in scope and application.
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General overview of firefighting systems and the importance of fire pumps within these systems.
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Basic definitions related to fire pump systems and their components.
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General pump types and fire pump types according to NFPA 20.
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Common types of fire pumps used in projects.
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Introduction to system components and parts associated with pumps.
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Acceptable water sources for supplying firefighting systems.
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Discussion of common engineering questions related to fire pumps.
Day 2: Fire Pump Requirements (NFPA 20)
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General requirements for fire pumps according to NFPA 20.
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Pump types and the specific requirements for each type.
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Requirements for the installation and commissioning of fire pumps.
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Electrical supply requirements for pumps.
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Pump room requirements regarding design and equipment (ventilation, cooling, exhaust systems, fuel systems).
Day 3: Fire Tanks (NFPA 22)
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Types of fire tanks used in firefighting systems.
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Design and installation requirements for each type of tank according to NFPA 22.
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Focus on ground tanks as the most commonly used in Saudi Arabia.
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Required openings and fittings in tanks (filling, ventilation, drainage, operational openings).
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Discussion of common questions and problems associated with tanks in projects.
Day 4: Linking the Code to Practical Application
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Linking Saudi Code requirements with international standards (NFPA 20 and NFPA 22).
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Clarifying the integration and intersection between NFPA 20 and other related standards.
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Analyzing common problems at project sites and linking them to code requirements.
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Providing practical solutions for implementation and design issues.
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Discussing the economic aspects of fire pump systems and the variation in cost based on type and application.
