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Part 9 Fire Protection Course

The following Part 9 Fire Protection course in association with the OMFPOA and Ajax Fire Emergency Services will be offered at AFES Headquarters on March 11th, 18th, 25th, and April 1st, 2010.

The Part 9 Fire Protection course has been designed to be 4 days (30 hours) in length. An examination is held on the last day of course.

Note: This course is not a MMAH qualification course required by Bill 124. This course is a general technical course relating to fire protection systems and construction requirements for Part 9 buildings. Upon successful completion of the final examination, this course can be used for maintenance of professional certifications and designations.

Part 9 Buildings - Fire Protection - 2006 
This is a four day (30 hour) basic technical course dealing with Part 9 buildings and the design and verification of fire-resistance ratings; where the code requires fire separations because of building classification, separation of major occupancies, service spaces and exits including penetrations of fire separations. Addressed as well are the topics of means of egress, exit facilities and fire protection and suppression methods.

Register Now! Space is limited, so register early to ensure preferred seating. The notice will be going out to the Provincial members soon. Download the application form here.

If you are interested in participating, or you require further information please contact Keith Doucette at Ajax Fire & Emergency Services 905-686-6055.

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