NIHI C-109 Life Safety and Fire Protection in Commercial Buildings

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the primary life safety systems found in commercial buildings and their functions.
• Identify and explain the purpose of key fire suppression, detection, and notification systems.
• Recognize and report deficiencies in fire alarms, emergency lighting, egress signage, and fire-rated assemblies.
• Apply NFPA and IBC standards during inspections to evaluate compliance and recommend corrective actions.
• Understand the inspector’s role, scope, and limitations in evaluating life safety systems and documenting violations.