Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Examine performance data collected during rigorous testing designed to compare the contribution of old and new refrigerants in a fire relative to heat and gases generated.
  • Examine the potential of refrigerants for flash fire, deflagration or explosion in residential and commercial applications.
  • Document the impact that refrigerant leakage has on fire dynamics during fire suppression and overhaul operations.

Course Lessons

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Introduction
0:05
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Classification of Refrigerants
0:03
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Tactical Considerations
0:21
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Summary and Final Assessment
0:15

Applicable NFPA Standards

NFPA 1001 (2019): 4.3.1, 4.3.10, 4.3.11, 4.3.12, 4.3.13, 5.3.1, 5.3.2
NFPA 1010 (2024): 6.3.1, 6.3.10, 6.3.11, 6.3.12, 6.3.13, 7.3.1, 7.3.2

Prerequisites

N/A