Basic introduction course to electronic fire detection principles. The first half of the course looks at the methods used by the industry to detect and annunciate fires. The second half of the course looks at the rules (SANS10139) on device placement to best serve the purpose of fire detection. This course requires no pre-requisites and should be used as the first course for anyone wanting to start in the Fire Detection Industry.
Welcome to fire Academy
This site provides product and industry SAQCC certified training. Please look through the list of courses below. Many courses offer free self registration. Simply select the course and if you do not have a username complete the online form and it will register you straight away so you can start learning immediately. Please read the course summaries to get full information on each course. Depending on the institution running the course there may be different requirements and you may be required to attend an assessment centre to complete the course and gain your accreditation.
Available courses
FREE self paced learning! This course covers the steps of installing the ZP1 range of Fire Detection Panels and associated sounder and detection hardware. The trainee will be taken through several modules utilising video and presentation material. At the end of each module the trainee will be given an on-line assessment which will unlock the next section.
At the end of the course there will be a final assessment establishing the trainee has learned all essential aspects to installing a conventional fire detection system. Course Information
Supplier Training 1 certified*
*requires attendance of practical assessment.
- Trainer: Peter Allan
- Trainer: Julian Govender
- Trainer: David Sebolai
The Aritech FP1200/2000 panels are no longer made, but as the life span of fire panels often exceeds 10 years, there are still quite a few working installations.
This course is the manufacturers training material intended as assistance for technicians who need to maintain or service these panels.
These panels worked with Series 2000 devices and XP95/Series 900 devices, before beginning any work on these panels it's critical to know which devices your particular panel is using.
Self Register This is a short course detailing the placement and installation of the Fireco totally self contained fire door retainer. This course demonstrates the quick and effective way to install this door holder with minimum installation time and tools. Following successful completion of the on-line assessment you will receive a certificate. 80% is required to pass this course.
FREE self paced learning! This course covers the steps of installing the ZP2 range of Fire Detection Panels and associated sounder and detection hardware. The trainee will be taken through several modules utilising video and presentation material. At the end of each module the trainee will be given an on-line assessment which will unlock the next section.
At the end of the course there will be a final assessment establishing the trainee has learned all essential aspects to installing a conventional fire detection system. Click here for full course Information
Supplier Training 2 certified*
*requires attendance of practical assessment.
- Trainer: Peter Allan
- Trainer: Julian Govender
- Trainer: David Sebolai
FREE self paced learning! This course covers the steps of more advanced programming and commissioning topics related to the ZP2 range of Fire Detection Panels. The trainee will be taken through several modules utilising video and presentation material. At the end of each module the trainee will be given an on-line assessment which will unlock the next section.
At the end of the course there will be a final assessment establishing the trainee has learned all essential aspects to installing a conventional fire detection system. Click here for full course Information
Supplier Training 3 certified*
*requires attendance of practical assessment.
- Trainer: Julian Govender
- Trainer: David Sebolai
ZP3 installation course covering Ziton loop devices. This course details all field based devices that connect to the ZP3 panel and best practices for wiring these devices. Regardless to your role in the commissioning/servicing of ZP3 systems you need a solid understanding of the field wiring and device settings. This course assumes that you have a grounded understanding of standard fire detection principals and the associated standards.
Should you wish to develop your understanding of standards and fire detection principals then please reefer to our CR1000 course 'Introduction to Fire Detection'
The dates for up and coming courses are on the Calendar (right hand side) of main page of this site. Please complete the booking form and email along with your proof of payment.
This course is for distance learning by subscribing and paying via Paypal or Payfast (follow the links). You will need to create a user profile first and login. NOTE this will give you access to course content and assessment only - NO classroom time
ZP3 programming course covers how to use the panel menus to configure basic panel operation.
All the configuration necessary to program a new panel can be done from the keypad on a ZP3. This course covers the main menu options for both panel setup and maintenance functions. This course requires completion of the CR3000 as understanding of loop devices and field wiring is essential.
This course together with the OL3000 will also provide accreditation to SAQCC Supplier Training 2.
You can subscribe to this course for distance learning by subscribing and paying via Paypal or Payfast (follow the links). You will need to create a user profile first and login. NOTE this will give you access to course content and assessment only - NO classroom time
ZP3 Commissioning course covers the advanced topics of ZP3 configuration:
- Configuration using Planner Software
- Networking
- System Bus Addressing
- IO Mapping
This course is accredited by the SAQCC as Supplier Training 3.
This course can only be done after ZP3 Installation and ZP3 Programming courses have been completed. Knowledge and full understanding of Ziton devices, cabling and programming is essential.
You can subscribe to this course for distance learning by
subscribing and paying via Paypal or Payfast (follow the links). You
will need to create a user profile first and login. NOTE
this will give you access to course content and assessment only - NO
classroom time or cables are provided
Certification is available upon 80% course pass rate. Assessment includes online quiz and submission of completed Planner file.
- Trainer: Nichola Allan
This is a SAQCC certified course which when passed can be used towards the 'Installer' accreditation of the SAQCC. The course covers both the theory and practical aspects of installing the Ziton ZP1 and Aritech 1X products and associated field hardware to create a full working Conventional Fire Detection system. This is a 1 day classroom course carried out at Enpower training centres.
- Trainer: Tommy Phipps
Everything you need to know to work with HFC227 ea
- Trainer: Nick Collins
ZP2 Classroom Course.
This course is discontinued but material is available for those who did attend the course with G2.
- Trainer: Peter Allan
ZP2 Classroom course is discontinued. This material is made available for those who had previously attended the course at G2.
- Trainer: Peter Allan
This ZP2 course is discontinued. Access to this material is only available for those who have previously completed the course with G2.
- Trainer: Peter Allan