Fire Safety Systems Fanshawe College

Overview

After completing the Fire Safety Systems certificate programme offered at Fanshawe College , you can be the person to ensure that others are adequately protected in the event of a fire.

As a fire alarm technician student, you’ll be given training in the skills required to perform various technical functions, including the assessing and maintenance of fire alarm and sprinkler problems. You’ll learn the ins and outs of the codes, legislations, and standards that protect property owners.

Additionally, you’ll be provided with hands-on experience and fire safety training to ensure that property owners have fire detection devices that are correctly installed. Finally, the Applied Fire Safety Practices course will allow you to demonstrate the skills you’ve learned in a workplace environment.

The public wants to know they are safe when they are in buildings, and it can be your job to help them feel that way with the Fire Safety Systems Program

Career opportunities:

The extensive hands-on experience you receive will prepare you for the complex building life safety systems you will be working on, ensuring their proper installation and operation. In addition, during your lab time, you will experience a workplace environment demonstrating the fire alarm technical skills you have been taught. The Fire Safety Systems Program will prepare you for a career working for fire alarm contractors, manufacturers, wholesalers, electrical power plants, hospitals, schools and other organizations in the fire safety industry.

Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Fire Safety Systems program:

• Fire Sprinkler Designer

Design, install, inspect, service and maintain fire sprinkler equipment in commercial and community facilities.

• Fire Alarm Sales Consultant

Lead fire alarm sales and customer service support throughout an assigned geographic region.

• Fire Alarm Technician

Inspect, monitor, service and maintain fire alarm systems as required by law.

Accreditation

• This program is recognized by the Canadian Fire Alarm Association. Upon completing this program, you will qualify as a CFAA Registered Trainee Fire Alarm Technician.