Understanding Energy Storage Systems

This course will provide a basis for fire and building code officials on codes and standards related to ESS plan review, permit and inspection. With the rapid emergence of stored energy in our home, commercial business, utility scale, building and fire code officials.

The program will give code officials tools for site plan review and inspection.

Objectives:

1.        Identify the primary components and fundamental operational principles of common Energy Storage Systems (ESS) (Based on IFC Chapter 12, IRC Chapter 3, NFPA 855 Chapter 4)

2.        Describe the unique hazards associated with ESS incidents, including thermal runaway, stranded energy, and the release of toxic gases.

3.        Locate key requirements for ESS within the International Code Council (ICC) framework, referencing provisions in the International Residential Code (IRC)(IRC Chapter 3), International Building Code (IBC), and International Fire Code (IFC, Chapter 12). 

4.        Review the various submittal requirements including Large Scale Fire Testing, HMA, ERP, commissioning plan, and decommissioning plan (IFC 1207 and NFPA 855)

Course Numbers: ICC-49007, TN SFMO 3794

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