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Certification
Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems Level I
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
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The Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems certification program is for engineering technicians engaged in the inspection and testing of existing water-based fire protection systems, including identifying and addressing emergency and pre-planned impairments.
Apply personal protective equipment and recognize job site safety hazards including lockout/tagout procedures, confined spaces, fall risks, and GFCI requirements during water-based fire protection system inspectionsIdentify and assess the condition of water-based system components including gauges, control valves, drain and test valves, piping, hangers, sprinklers, fire department connections, alarm devices, and fire pumpsIdentify water-based fire protection system types including wet, dry, and standpipe systems and verify water supply sources including fire pumps, tanks, and municipal connectionsVerify alarm, supervisory, and trouble signals and confirm control valve indicator positions to assess operational status of water-based fire protection systemsPrepare preliminary inspection documentation by inventorying system components and recording size, make, type, and model of sprinklers and valves under the direction of Level II or III techniciansOperate water-based system components under direct supervision including exercising control valves, testing water flow alarms, performing main drain tests, flushing hydrants, exercising hose connections, and testing electronic valve supervisory devices