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BULK LPG GROUPS
Groups of bulk liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) containers can create a serious hazard when one considers the amount of fuel that can be found in a small area.
Today’s Coffee Break Training, “Bulk LPG Groups” describes the fire protection options and requirements when bulk containers are grouped together.
Your Coffee Break can be downloaded from http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/downloads/pdf/coffee-break/cb_fp_2009_11.pdf
Always refer to nationally recognized design and installation standards, the product manufacturer or listing details for specific information.
NEW NFAONLINE COURSE FOR HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS
Plan reviewers responsible for checking the hydraulic calculations on water-based fire protection systems now have a new tool at the United States Fire Administration’s NFAOnline, the National Fire Academy’s website for distance and online learning.
“Hydraulic Calculations for Water Based Fire Protection Systems Plan Review” (Q137) is a self-study course that explains how to manipulate the Windows® basic and scientific calculators to verify the mathematical formulas for hydraulic calculations used in sprinkler, standpipe and fire pump systems.
Students can register for the course at NFAOnline at www.nfaonline.dhs.gov .
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