COURSE OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this course involves the practical management and upkeep of Fire and Gas Systems (FGS) that are vital for protecting industrial facilities from fire hazards and hazardous gas releases. These systems operate as a silent guardian, requiring high availability and reliability to perform when called upon. This program provides the technical and operational knowledge needed to ensure that gas detectors, flame sensors, and alarm systems remain fully functional and compliant with safety standards.

The scope of this training encompasses the routine operation of the FGS control panel, the calibration of various gas sensing technologies, and the maintenance of notification devices. Participants will explore the specific requirements for different types of sensors—including catalytic, infrared, and electrochemical—and how to identify signs of sensor degradation or poisoning. The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical safety design and the daily realities of field maintenance in harsh environments.

Coverage includes the systematic testing of logic sequences, the management of overrides during maintenance, and the documentation required for safety audits. Attendees will learn how to troubleshoot communication faults, replace sensors safely in hazardous areas, and verify the integrity of audible and visual alarm circuits. By focusing on proactive maintenance and effective operational response, the course ensures that participants can maintain a high level of confidence in the facility's primary life-safety infrastructure.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Analyze the operational role of Fire and Gas Systems (FGS) in a plant.
• Identify different types of gas and fire detection hardware.
• Execute professional calibration for flammable and toxic gas sensors.
• Perform routine testing of flame detectors using long-range lamps.
• Manage FGS panel alarms and interpret system diagnostic codes.
• Implement safe maintenance override (bypass) procedures.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and signal errors in detection loops.
• Inspect and maintain fire notification devices (Siren/Beacons).
• Replace gas sensor cells and primary elements in hazardous zones.
• Document maintenance activities and calibration results for audits.
• Coordinate with operations during FGS functional loop testing.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 72 and site-specific safety protocols.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Maintenance Technicians, Safety Inspectors, Plant Operators, and Instrumentation Personnel responsible for the daily upkeep of fire and gas detection systems.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.