National Certificate in Passive Fire Protection (Routine Inspections) (Level 3)

The National Certificate in Passive Fire Protection (Routine Inspections) (Level 3) is a qualification for people who wish to achieve recognition as an Independent Qualified Person (IQP) for routine inspections and verification of continued compliance of Passive Fire Protection (PFP) in buildings in accordance with the New Zealand Building Code. PFP, together with the use of sprinklers and fire alarms, is a key component of structural fire protection and fire safety in a building. PFP attempts to contain fires or slow the spread of fire by compartmentalising the building and through the use of fire resistant walls, floors, doors, ceilings, and roofs.

The qualification comprises compulsory standards that combine the principles of fire science with skills and knowledge of PFP routine inspections. It is expected that this qualification will typically be achieved within one year.

Those who have achieved this qualification may wish to continue training for the National Certificate in Hand Operated Fire Fighting Equipment (Level 3) [Ref: 0568], the National Certificate in Passive Fire Protection (Building Consent Inspections) (Level 4) [Ref: 1569], or the National Certificate in Fire Protection Systems Technology (Inspection and Testing) (Level 4) [Ref: 0864].

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