Special Hazards Systems Performance Measures

 0305-1101

 maintain personal safety on the job, including identifying and properly using personal protective   equipment.

 0305-1102

 reliably identify equipment and related materials commonly used in special hazards systems.

 0305-1103

 follow written and verbal instructions related to special hazards systems equipment, test procedures,   and safety.

 0305-1104

 perform at least one of the following:

• properly install special hazards system raceways, wiring, and piping; or,
• operate basic special hazards system components during inspection or testing; or,
• identify and compile design-related special hazards system information from engineering plans and specifications

 0305-3101

 identify and properly react to special hazards system-related safety risks.

 0305-3102

 behave ethically on the job, consistent with the NICET Code of Ethics.

 0305-3103

 report completely and accurately on personal activities, work progress, and problems encountered.

 0305-3104

 train and/or supervise the routine work of a special hazards technician trainee.

 0305-3105

 report errors in plans or changes in site conditions that warrant a review of the special hazards   system design.

 0305-3106

 interpret special hazards system inspection and test reports.

 0305-3107

 recognize, interpret, and properly apply the codes, standards, and manufacturers’ specifications that   are relevant to the special hazards system work being performed.

 0305-3108

 perform at least one of the following:

• Inspect or install an automatic detection system that directly releases a special hazards agent; or
• layout components and any needed wiring and piping for an automatic detection system that directly releases a special hazards agent.

 0305-3109

 perform at least one of the following:

• according to system plans and operational matrix, program a special hazards system that is designed for a single hazard; or
• perform a basic sequence-of-operations test on a special hazards system designed for a single hazard; or
• use codes and manufacturer specifications to determine the correct spacing requirements for a special hazards system’s components and place on drawings.

 0305-3111

 gather site and system information needed for a special hazards system’s site surveys or as-built   drawings, and accurately and clearly place it on drawings.

 0305-3112

 communicate with the AHJ, other trades, and the customer in a professional manner.

 For the following performance measure, the candidate must have applied the measure towards at least two types   of systems.

 0305-3110

 perform at least one of the following:

• install agent containers and properly configure associated piping and releasing circuits; or
• test a special hazards system’s releasing circuits; or
• lay out a special hazards system’s piping and restraints.

 Systems:

 Foam

 CO2

 Water- mist

 Aerosol

 Inert clean   agent

 Chemical   clean   agent

 Dry   chemical

 Specialty   detection required

 Explosion   prevention

 0305-5101

 perform preliminary/pre-bid walk-throughs to determine the appropriate system/agent type for   protecting the site’s hazard.

 0305-5102

 calculate a special hazards system’s minimum required agent quantity.

 0305-5103

 calculate standby battery requirements, voltage drops on circuits, and power supply current load.

 0305-5104

 use manufacturer software to perform special hazards system flow calculations.

 0305-5105

 perform at least one of the following:

• prepare a complete bill of materials for a new special hazards system; or
• estimate the quantities of all materials required for a special hazards system installation project and procure them.

 0305-5106

 conduct and document job-site safety training in accordance with OSHA requirements.

 0305-5107

 coordinate a special hazards system’s design and installation work with general contractors and with   other trades onsite and in project meetings.

 0305-5108

 coordinate and monitor the design and installation activities of a special hazards system project team   to comply with the project schedule.

 0305-5109

 prepare preliminary drafts of as-built drawings and O&M manuals.

 0305-5110

 train end users in the operation and basic maintenance of installed special hazards systems.

 For the following two performance measures, the candidate must have applied each measure towards at least   three types of systems.

 0305-5111

The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to select the correct quantities, types, and locations of all of the detection and activation devices for a complete special hazards system.

 Systems:

 Foam

 CO2

 Water-   mist

 Aerosol

 Inert   clean   agent

 Chemical   clean agent

 Dry   chemical

 Specialty   detection   required

 Explosion   prevention

 Integrated   systems with   multiple zones

 0305-5112

 The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to select the correct quantities, types, and   locations of all of the mechanical components for a complete special hazards system.

 Systems:

 Foam

 CO2

 Water-   mist

 Aerosol

 Inert   clean   agent

 Chemical   clean agent

 Dry   chemical

 Specialty   detection   required

 Explosion   prevention

 Integrated   systems with   multiple zones

 0305-7101

 select a special hazards agent, system type (local application, total flood, partial volume, extended   discharge), and agent storage method (cent ral or distributed), based on project requirements and site   conditions.

 0305-7102

 design a special hazards system that includes at least three of the following features or requirements:

• multiple nozzle tiers;
• unbalanced hydraulic flow split;
• seismic bracing;
• explosion control;
• pressure venting (over pressurization);
• selector valves;
• manifolded agent storage;
• extended discharge;
• high- or low-expansion foam calculations; and/or
• advanced detection types (e.g. aspirating smoke, optical flame, video).

 0305-7103

 communicate effectively with AHJs and other design professionals to optimize the design and shorten   the acceptance process.

 0305-7104

 develop and accurately document special hazards system project budgets that meet the client’s   needs, contractual obligations, codes and standards, and the company’s resource constraints.

 0305-7105

 coordinate and oversee multiple special hazards system project plans and schedules to meet project   objectives (budget, schedule, other contractual requirements, applicable code requirements), avoid   conflicts with other trades, and optimize use of company resources.

 0305-7106

 comply with the NICET Code of Ethics in all work activities and relationships.

 For the following performance measure, the candidate must have applied the measure towards at least four types   of systems.

 0305-7107

 The candidate has capably performed in a senior management role with overall responsibility for   projects’ technical aspects including system specifying, estimating and sales, design, code compliance   review, installation, and final acceptance.

 Systems:

 Foam

 CO2

 Water-   mist

 Aerosol

 Inert   clean   agent

 Chemical   clean agent

 Dry   chemical

 Specialty   detection   required

 Explosion   prevention

 Integrated   systems with   multiple zones