{"product_id":"nicet-special-hazards-systems-shs-level-2","title":"NICET Special Hazards Systems (SHS) - Level 2","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNICET Special Hazards Systems (SHS) - Level 2\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Special Hazards Systems certification program is designed for engineering technicians engaged in the design and layout and\/or installation and maintenance related to special hazards suppression systems. The candidates for NICET certification at Level II in Special Hazards Systems should have the knowledge, experience and basic skills needed to work in the industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Exam Pros Prep Package helps you to pass the NICET Special Hazards Systems (SHS) - Level 2 \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eExam with the books, tabs, and expert-led online course you need. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Special Hazards Systems exam is delivered on a computer at Pearson Vue Testing Centers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent Outline:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection, Testing, and Maintenance \u003cem\u003e(Questions related to these tasks make up 22-28% of the exam.) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify integrity of detection and control system circuits.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct a smoke detector sensitivity test. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest notification devices for audibility. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall firmware upgrades on system devices. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArm and disarm systems. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisually inspect foam systems for damage or conditions that could limit proper functioning. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck storage tank liquid level and collect foam concentrate sample for lab analysis. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct a room integrity test. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a sequence-of-operations test.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify whether container’s agent quantify and\/or pressure is within the allowable range. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest a system’s emergency standby battery power supply. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepair and Recharge\u003cem\u003e (Questions related to these tasks make up 10-16% of the exam.) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot electrical circuitry.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct testing (e.g., leak, hydrostatic, visual requalification) of cylinders and hoses. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecharge clean agent cylinders. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecharge foam system tanks. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct foam bladder integrity tests. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace damaged electrical system components (e.g., smoke detectors, batteries, notification appliances, optical flame detectors). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation \u003cem\u003e(Questions related to these tasks make up 32-38% of the exam.) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate wiring at panels and devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the integrity of installed wire for ground faults and adequate insulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall piping for a special hazards system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddress field devices (e.g., smoke detectors, relays, monitor modules, control modules, initiating devices, notification devices).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgram detection devices for sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet flame detector viewing angles according to system plans and site conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActuate and verify operation of electrical detection and control devices during pretesting and commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActuate and verify operation of mechanical devices during pretesting and commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall foam system control valves and proportioning equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct pipe-puff and pressure tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify air transport times and suction pressures of an air-aspirating high-sensitivity smoke detection system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a sequence-of operations test at commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a final acceptance test (other than concentration) for an AHJ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall wiring for a special hazard system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm installation of room integrity products (e.g., door sweeps, door closers, weather stripping, fire bags, firestopping).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem Design and Configuration \u003cem\u003e(Questions related to these tasks make up 11-17% of the exam.) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine wiring and protection requirements for fire protection circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConduct a site survey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine spacing and placement requirements for a site’s fire protection system components.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect and lay out piping and restraints. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork Management \u003cem\u003e(Questions related to these tasks make up 2-8% of the exam.) \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare requests for information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompile submittal documents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObtain permits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoordinate system installation work with other trades on-site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare for work tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare project close-out documentation.  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety \u003cem\u003e(Questions related to these tasks make up 5-11% of the exam.) \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize dangers associated with specific special hazard system types. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice special safety precautions for CO2 discharge testing and inert agent discharge testing. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproved References:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNFPA 12, 2018 Ed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNFPA 25, 2020 Ed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNFPA 72, 2019 Ed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNFPA 2001, 2018 Ed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor reference list click here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The test questions are based on the standard editions listed above; therefore, candidates are strongly urged to bring these editions to the exam. Note: Candidates may bring older or newer editions—instead of the editions listed above—at their own risk. Exam comments that are made based on other published edition years, will not be reviewed until the next maintenance cycle. Candidates are responsible for reviewing the content outline and bringing in allowable printed references that are applicable to what is being tested. Acceptable references may be copied in whole or part. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e An NFPA Handbook will NOT be accepted as a substitute for any of the titles listed above. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the references listed above, the following publications can provide some of the job knowledge required by an inspection and testing technician. While these books may help you prepare for the exam, \u003cstrong\u003ethey are NOT permitted \u003c\/strong\u003ein the test center. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCFR Title 49 (2017): Transportation, U.S. Federal Government, GPO \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eConstruction Management JumpStart. (3rd edition) Barbara J. 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