CORRECTING DEFICIENCIES AND REPAIRS FOR FACILITY MANAGERS The inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of water-based fire protection systems is similar to a vehicle’s inspection, testing, and maintenance. Vehicle owners are required to maintain fuel levels, check directional and brake light functions, and monitor tire tread. As a building owner or …

SPRINKLER FITTER APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS We all know the weakest link in the chain of success for this industry is a lack of qualified and trained people. In fact, I recently had a member tell me that they have such a hard time finding people to hire, they now encourage long-haired, …

Associations play a valuable role, whether it be professional development, business growth, networking, or creating or changing the standards that impact the industry. Whatever the reason, becoming a member of an industry-specific association offers numerous opportunities that positively impact your professional development and the success of your business. Associations provide …

Happy New Year! 2024 is going to be an exciting year for the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) and the standards development process. AFSA has formed a Technical Advisory Council (TAC) to establish AFSA positions on technical changes to the documents that affect the sprinkler industry. The TAC is comprised …

TRADITIONAL AND HYBRID LEARNING SCHOOLS OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT Design School is back for another year! The American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) Beginning and Intermediate Design Schools have become a favorite within the industry and have seen year-over-year success. These training courses can help those wanting to become designers and professionals …