Certified Fire Protection
Specialist (CFPS)
Exam Preparation Training
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Contents
Introduction 03
CFPS Exam Preparation Training 04
Importance of Fire Protection Specialist Certification 04
Learning Objectives 04
Who should take CFPS? 05
Who is Eligible to take the CFPS Exam? 05
CFPS Certification Process 06
H2AIM CFPS Exam Preperation Training 07
Other Courses We Offer 08
Why Choose Us? 08
CFPS Training Schedule 09
Annexure : CFPS Course Outline 10
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Introduction
H2AIM and Velosi are jointly conducting Certified Fire Protection Specialist
(CFPS) Exam Preparation Trainings Online.
Founded in 2015, H2AIM has expanded its footprint and diversified its product
platform to provide an absolute range of Fire Safety, Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE), NDT Equipment, Technical Manpower Supply, and Training
Services, establishing a reputation for excellence in the fire safety and PPE
sectors.
H2AIM is a sister company of Velosi, established in 1982 who are recognized
market leaders in Asset Integrity Management, HSE, Engineering Services
and Software Solutions with presence in 40+ countries catering to clients in
the Oil & Gas, Energy, Power & Petrochemical industries around the world.
H2AIM provides both standard and customized industrial safety training
courses that are specially designed to meet the varied workplace requirements
of today’s training standards.
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Certified Fire
Protection Specialist
CFPS Exam Preparation Training
The Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) credential was created in 1971 to recognize,
qualified individuals through certification who are dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical
and financial, and who have acquired a level of professionalism through applied work experiences
and related education opportunities, and through successful completion of a certification
examination.
Importance of Fire Protection Specialist Certification:
• Personal Development
• Show Competence
• Provides a Professional Designation
• Sense of Accomplishment, Confidence & Pride
• Industry, Peer and Management Recognition
• Career Advancement
• Job Requirement
Learning Objectives:
• Present ideologies of human behavior and fire.
• Know all factors related to Fire Protection Systems
• Detection of industrial hazards, fire prevention to protect life and asset.
• Proper handling of fire safety equipment.
• Organize public with proper Emergency Response Plan and Procedures.
• Improve training procedures and programs to educate society how to act safely,
reducing the risk of injury or loss of life in the event of a blaze.
• Conduct fire loss investigation and reporting.
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Who should take CFPS?
CFPS is recommended but not limited to below listed professionals
• Building Official / Facility Manager / Municipal Inspector
• Fire Marshal / Chief and Inspector
• Loss Control and Risk Manager
• Health / Safety / Security Manager
• Internal Auditor / Inspector
• Consultant / Contractor / Installer
• Architect / Designer
• Electrician / Technician
• Educator / Salesperson
• Business Owner / Partners
• All those who are directly or indirectly involved in
Fire Safety related projects.
Who is Eligible to take the CFPS Exam?
Individual who meets either one of the below criteria is eligible to take CFPS Exam:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a Fire Protection related discipline* from an
accredited college or university, including degrees in engineering fields that are
applied to the practice of fire protection; plus TWO years of verifiable work experience
dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial.
Associate’s degree in a Fire Protection-related discipline* from an accredited
college or university, or a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in any unrelated field; plus
FOUR years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both
physical and financial.
High school diploma or equivalent, plus SIX years of verifiable work experience
dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial.
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CFPS Certification Process
Applications should be completed online at
Application process
the CFPS Online Services Portal
Open Book Examination at testing center
3 Hours
Examination Details
100 Multiple Choice Questions
70% passing Score
Member: Application + Exam Fee: USD 350.00
NFPA Fee Details
Annual Renewal Fee: USD 125.00
3 Years Validity
CFPS Certification Validity
50 Points
Computer-Based : The CFPS examination is available
on-demand as a computer-based test (CBT) at test
assessment centers worldwide. NFPA has contracted
through Prometric and Schroeder Measurement
Test Formats Technologies (SMT) for computer-based test delivery
services. Upon receipt of the completed CFPS application
and examination fee, the applicant will receive an
authorization letter with instructions on how to schedule
the computer-based exam.
Candidates taking the CFPS examination as a computer
-based test receive a test result print-out from the test
provider at the end of the examination. This print-out
Test Result
reflects an unofficial test result. The official result letter
will be mailed approximately four weeks after the
examination.
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CFPS Exam Preparation Training:
Velosi & H2AIM will ensure to provide an in depth understanding about each topic to equip the
individual with the knowledge they need to successfully pass the CFPS Examination Certification.
Mr. Mehboob brings over 10 years of experience in the field of
technical trainings and over 7 years of industry experience in
Trainer Design, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Fire Protection
Qualification systems. He holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and
the gold standard Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) &
Certified Fire Inspector (CFI) certifications from NFPA.
Online Training via Zoom (Live).
Mode of Training Audio/Video
Workbooks
Course Material NFPA Handbook 20th edition (PDF copy)
Study notes
700+ Sample Exam Questions
Minimum of 4 students per batch.
Number of Course Duration of 40 hr. including practice exam and clarifications.
Participants
The training schedule is flexible and will be either in the mornings
per Class
on the weekends and evenings on weekdays depending on the
batch request.
Training Fee Promotional and Limited Offer for only USD 399.00.
The interested participants would register his/her name and
other necessary details by submitting an online registration form
post reading the Admission Policy thoroughly.
Admission
Policy An advance payment of AED 500 should be paid at the time of
registration and the balance payment shall be paid before the
first day of Training via online bank transfer.
Certification The Training Completion Certificate will be awarded after the
Issuance Policy satisfactory completion of training.
Immediate support and CFPS question assistance trainer within
After Training 3 months of completed training.
Support
Exam Application Process Assistance.
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CFPS Training Schedule
Normal Timings Duration
SR Topic Day
From To Hour
01 Section 01 & 02 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
02 Section 01 & 02 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 01 & 02
03 Section 03, 04 & 05 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
04 Section 03, 04 & 05 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 03, 04 & 05
05 Section 06 & 07 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
06 Section 06 & 07 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 06 & 07
07 Section 08 & 09 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
08 Section 08 & 09 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
09 Section 08 & 09 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 08 & 09
10 Section 10 & 11 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 10 & 11
11 Section 12, 13 & 14 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
12 Section 12, 13 & 14 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
13 Section 12, 13 & 14 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 12, 13 & 14
14 Section 15 & 16 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
15 Section 15 & 16 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
16 Section 15 & 16 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 15 & 16
17 Section 17 & 18 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
18 Section 17 & 18 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 17 & 18
19 Section 19 & 20 Tuesday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
20 Section 19 & 20 Thursday 06:00 PM 07:30 PM 1.5
Practice Test for Section 19 & 20
Mock Test - 1
Mock Test - 2
Mock Test - 3
Mock Test - 4
Total Hours excluding Practice Test and Clarifications 30
Note: This schedule is tentative and subject to change based on availability of participants.
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Other Courses We Offer:
Firefighting Training H2S & BA Training
Safety Certification Exam Courses First Aid Courses/Training
ASP/CSP HSE Courses/Training
CFSP/CFSE IOSH/OSHA Certified Courses
General Industry Training IADC Certified Courses
ISO Training
Oil & Gas/Energy Industry Training
Security and Safety Training
Asset Integrity Management
Environment Protection Training
Pipeline Integrity Management
Standardized Test Training
Wellhead Integrity Management
Structural Integrity Management
Why Choose Us
• In-Depth Comprehensive Explanation of all Sections.
• Continuous Assessment with Section-wise Practice Tests
• Study Material in the form of PPT, Group Discussions, etc. written in very easily
understandable language.
• Technical clarifications at all levels during/after training.
• 3- Mock Tests at the end of the training.
• 700+ Real Exam Questions & Answers
• Provides Course Completion Certificate.
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Annexure : CFPS Course Outline
It is important to remember that while some of the domains correspond both in title and in con-
tent to sections of the Fire Protection Handbook (FPH), not all of them do, nor are they meant
to be an exact reflection of FPH sections. For example, content area V: Fire Prevention does
not have a corresponding section within the FPH, and its content is drawn from multiple FPH
sections.
I. Safety in the Built Environment
Understand the challenges to safety in the built environment
Types of Construction
Occupancy Classifications
Concepts and application of compartmentation
Understand the application of fire protection features
Be familiar with codes and standards for the built environment, major Standards
Development Organizations (SDOs), and their processes.
II. Basics of Fire and Fire Science
Understand the chemistry and physics of fire
Identify dynamics of fire growth and products of combustion (Heat Release Rate,
Flame Spread and Smoke Development).
III. Information and Analysis for Fire Protection
Understand the process, concepts, and tools involved with fire loss investigation
Demonstrate proficiency in the use fire incident data and statistics.
Perform fire analysis
IV. Human Behavior in Fire Emergencies
Understand the principles of human behavior in fire
Perform egress design and prediction calculations
V. Fire Prevention: Programs, Materials, Processes, and Environments
Understand Fire hazards and prevention principles
Understand hazards to Life Safety and mitigation principles
Understand the components, fire hazards, operating principles and fire protection
practices associated with the various types of systems, including, but not limited to:
HVAC and refrigeration systems
Emergency and standby power systems
Photovoltaic systems
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Energy Storage Systems
Safety Control Systems (PLC Safety Controllers, Hardwired Interlock Systems)
Materials-handling equipment
Electronic equipment
Commercial kitchen and cooking equipment
Understand and identify the fire hazards and hazard mitigation principles associated
with the various processes, including, but not limited to:
Grinding processes
Semiconductor manufacturing
Hot work
Understand the hazards and fire protection best practices associated with the
following material storage, handling, and housekeeping principles;
Demonstrate knowledge of proper storage and handling procedures of solid fuels,
flammable and combustible liquids and gases, and dusts.
Understanding the exposures and controls for various storage arrangements
Understand explosion prevention and protection.
VI. Facility Fire Hazard Management
Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:
Fire department response tactics and procedures
Types of building construction & how they relate to fire hazards and fire service response
Environmental hazards to facilities
Understand how to perform fire, explosion, and life safety risk assessment and analyses
of a given facility.
Understand how to conduct complex inspection surveys of commercial and residential
properties to evaluate physical characteristics of a property and business and evaluate
compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
Understand the processes of acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance and
disposition of building systems.
Develop and manage emergency preparedness, response, and business continuity
procedures and assure all emergency systems and procedures are tested as planned.
Understand public and private water systems.
Understand fire department access needs for facilities.
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VII. System Approaches to Property Classes
Know how to classify occupancies
Understand life safety as it relates to different occupancy classifications
Understand fire protection in special occupancies, including, but not limited to:
High-rises
Institutional facilities
Hazardous material operations
Warehouse and storage operations
VIII. Organizing for Fire and Rescue Services
Perform pre-incident planning for industrial, residential, and commercial facilities
Understand operations of fire loss prevention and emergency organizations
Understand operations of emergency medical services
Understand fire prevention and code enforcement operations
Understand fire and emergency service training methodology
Understand operations of fire department facilities and fire training facilities
Understand operations of public emergency services communication systems
Understand the basics of fire department apparatus and equipment
Understand the use and function of fire and emergency services protective clothing and
protective equipment (PPE)
Evaluate fire department response and prevention resources and the placement thereof
Understand the management of fire response operations
Understand the concept of Community Risk Reduction (CRR)
IX. Detection and Alarm
Understand the fundamentals and operational characteristics of the modern fire alarm and
detection systems:
Equipment
Design and installation
Initiating devices
Interaction of interfaced fire protection systems
Understand inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
Understand surveillance and fire guard services for fire protection
Understand plans review for detection and alarm systems
Understanding the basic design and installation concepts of Two-way Radio
Communication Enhancement Systems.
Understand the benefits and proper application of smoke alarms in the one-and two-
family dwelling environment
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X. Water-Based Fire Suppression
Understand the design and operation of water distribution systems
Understand water supply system requirements
Understand design criteria for hydraulics for fire protection
Determine water supply adequacy testing and determination
Identify and understand the operating principles of stationary fire pumps
Understand inspection, testing, and maintenance processes and requirements for
water-based suppression systems
Understand the characteristics and applications of the following types of water-based
suppression systems:
Automatic sprinkler systems
Fine water mist systems
Foam-water sprinkler systems
Deluge systems
Understand the benefits and proper application of fire sprinkler systems in the one-and
two-family dwelling environment.
XI. Fire Suppression without Water
Understand the proper use/application, and the limitations of non-water based agents and
systems (clean agent, hybrid, carbon dioxide, dry and wet chemical, foam, etc.)
Understand the design, proper installation, and operation of non-water-based extinguishing
systems
Understand inspection, testing, and maintenance processes and requirements for non-water-
based extinguishing systems
Understand the proper installation, use, testing, and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers
XII. Confining Fires
Understand building construction elements for fire protection.
Understand the following elements of confinement of fire in buildings.
Fire resistance rated construction
Fire walls, barrier, and partitions
Smoke barriers
Fire doors and windows
Protection of openings and penetrations
Understand structural damage factors to be evaluated after a fire.
Understand fire hazards associated with construction, alteration and demolition of buildings.
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