Fire Alarm System Documentation

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The Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72, requires that all aspects of a fire alarm system design, testing, service, repair and acceptance be documented. This requirement applies to new and existing systems, and it does not limit additional documentation from being generated. The documentation associated with fire alarm and signaling systems ensure the equipment is properly maintained and will perform as designed during a fire or other emergency. The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) will make periodic inspections to ensure fire alarm and signaling systems are properly maintained by examining required documentation.

Code: NFPA 72 (2025) | Duration: 3 Contact-Hours | Cost: $30.00 | Access: 30-Days

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Fire Alarm System Documentation

The topics covered in this course are listed below:

  • Define common terms associated with fire alarm system documentation.
  • Cite the minimum documentation required to be generated and stored in association with the design, installation, repair and service of fire alarm and signaling systems.
  • Describe the items required to be include in fire alarm system design layout and shop drawings.
  • Properly fill out completing and acceptance documentation associated with fire alarm and signaling systems.
  • List the forms and items required to be documented when inspecting, testing and maintaining systems.
  • Explain the NFPA 72 requirements for the handling, retention and maintenance of documentation generated for the life of a fire alarm and signaling system.

Course Curriculum


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  Introduction
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  Module 1: Minimum Required Documentation
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  Module 2: Layout and Installation Documentation
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  Module 3: Completion Documentation
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  Module 4: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (ITM) Documentation
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  Module 5: Record Retention and Maintenance
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