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Understanding how buildings are classified is fundamental to fire protection, code compliance, and life safety planning. This session provides participants with a clear and practical overview of Canadian Occupancy Classifications, as defined under the National and Provincial Building Codes. Each classification reflects the unique occupancy, use, and risk profile of a building, and understanding these distinctions is essential for fire the design and application of fire protection.
Our Speaker: Randy Panesar
Randy Panesar, B.Ed (Adult Education), M.Ed (Higher Education Leadership), NFPA 1031, NFPA 1035, Partial NFPA 921, is a Professor and Coordinator of the Fire Prevention and Technology program at Durham College. He holds degrees in Adult Education and Higher Education Leadership from the University of Toronto, with graduate research focused on leadership in Canadian post-secondary education. Randy is also the founder of Liberty Fire Education and Consulting, dedicated to advancing fire and life safety through training and professional education. Recognized for his expertise in fire prevention, code compliance, and human behaviour in fire, he is regarded across North America as a leader in fire and life safety education. A passionate advocate for education, Randy founded international scholarship initiatives supporting orphaned students pursuing post-secondary education. He combines technical expertise with advanced adult learning strategies to equip students and professionals for success in the fire and life safety field.
What Will We Cover?
An overview of Canadian Occupancy Classifications under the National and Provincial Building Codes
How each classification reflects a building's occupancy, use, and risk profile
The role of occupancy classification in fire protection design and application
Who Should Attend:
Fire Alarm Service Managers & Technicians • Fire Protection Engineers • Building & Fire Officials Building Owners • Property Managers • Electrical Contractors • Insurance Companies
CE Credits:
Technicians are eligible to earn up to 1 Category 1 credit.
Any questions, kindly contact the CFAA Office atinfo@cfaa.caor by phone 905-944-0030, Ext 103
Please note that the ZOOM Link is not sent automatically. We check registrations periodically and will send you the link before the event starts.
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Event: Building Classifications with Randy Panesar
JULY WEBINAR WEDNESDAY - Building Classifications
Understanding how buildings are classified is fundamental to fire protection, code compliance, and life safety planning. This session provides participants with a clear and practical overview of Canadian Occupancy Classifications, as defined under the National and Provincial Building Codes. Each classification reflects the unique occupancy, use, and risk profile of a building, and understanding these distinctions is essential for fire the design and application of fire protection.
Our Speaker: Randy Panesar
Randy Panesar, B.Ed (Adult Education), M.Ed (Higher Education Leadership), NFPA 1031, NFPA 1035, Partial NFPA 921, is a Professor and Coordinator of the Fire Prevention and Technology program at Durham College. He holds degrees in Adult Education and Higher Education Leadership from the University of Toronto, with graduate research focused on leadership in Canadian post-secondary education. Randy is also the founder of Liberty Fire Education and Consulting, dedicated to advancing fire and life safety through training and professional education. Recognized for his expertise in fire prevention, code compliance, and human behaviour in fire, he is regarded across North America as a leader in fire and life safety education. A passionate advocate for education, Randy founded international scholarship initiatives supporting orphaned students pursuing post-secondary education. He combines technical expertise with advanced adult learning strategies to equip students and professionals for success in the fire and life safety field.
What Will We Cover?
An overview of Canadian Occupancy Classifications under the National and Provincial Building Codes
How each classification reflects a building's occupancy, use, and risk profile
The role of occupancy classification in fire protection design and application
Who Should Attend:
Fire Alarm Service Managers & Technicians • Fire Protection Engineers • Building & Fire Officials Building Owners • Property Managers • Electrical Contractors • Insurance Companies
CE Credits:
Technicians are eligible to earn up to 1 Category 1 credit.
Any questions, kindly contact the CFAA Office atinfo@cfaa.caor by phone 905-944-0030, Ext 103
Please note that the ZOOM Link is not sent automatically. We check registrations periodically and will send you the link before the event starts.
