It should be noted that water is not appropriate for all types of fires. A single gallon of water can absorb 9,280 Btus of heat as it increases from 70 F to steam at 212 F. Additionally, the fire extinguishing properties of water (mainly the high specific heat and latent MODULE 3 PART I- WATER BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 1ģ heat of vaporization) make it a desirable medium. WATER AS AN EXTINGUISHING AGENT Water is the most commonly used fire extinguishing agent due to the fact that it is widely available, and inexpensive. Describe and list the three standpipe classes, what type of personnel are intended to use them, and general water supply requirements. List basic sprinkler system components and identify the function of each. Cite at least two NFPA standards that apply to sprinkler systems Describe the five basic sprinkler system types, how they function, where they apply, and the differences between them. Provide the basic definition of a sprinkler system. Following successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: List the characteristics of water as an extinguishing agent Describe the various occupancy fire hazard classifications as defined by NFPA and cite examples. Definition of a fire sprinkler system NFPA standards for sprinkler systems Sprinkler system types Sprinkler system components Description of a standpipe and various standpipe classes. Marchetti, P.E PDH Online PDH Center 5272 Meadow Estates Drive Fairfax, VA Phone & Fax: An Approved Continuing Education ProviderĢ MODULE 3 PART I WATER BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS This module will introduce the student to the following: Water as an extinguishing agent Building Occupancy Classification, Fire Loading, and Sprinkler Density requirements. 1 PDHonline Course M110 (4 PDH) Introduction to Fire Protection Systems Instructor: Lawrence J.