Hood Systems - Part Two

This course will give the student a better understanding of the inspection of hood systems and their components. Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

• Define the different component systems that make up a pre-engineered hood system
• Understand why parts must be listed
• Know who is responsible to make certain that inspections occur
• Know the difference between manufacturer and after-market parts
• Understand what a mixed system is
• Be aware of the requirements for the location of system cylinders
• Recognize an illegal system
• Be able to locate the UL "EX" number
• Understand not to exceed actuation network limitation
• Know and understand the installation of manual pull stations, piping and grease seals
• Understand the different types of cable required
• Recognize the proper placement and use of fusible links
• Find the system specifications for parts

If you are renewing a Fire Safety Inspector 1, Instructor 1, 2 or 3 certification with the Florida State Fire College and need to have your successful completion of the course submitted into FC DICE, please forward your FC DICE Student ID # to Bain.Gabrielle@spcollege.edu once you have completed your registration.