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SAQCC FIRE – GAS SUPPRESSION REGISTRATION

AUTHORISED PERSON

SUNSET REGISTRATION

Gas Suppression


REGISTRATION OF AUTHORISED PERSONS

GAS SUPPRESSION

ALL documents MUST accompany this application form

1. INTRODUCTION

The registration of Authorised persons is a legal requirement of the Department of Labour to enable compliance with the OSHA act. It is necessary for any Authorised person working on Fire Detection Systems or Gas Extinguishing Systems to be registered by the SAQCC Fire. SAQCC Fire is mandated to conduct this task.

2. Objective

It is the objective of SAQCC Fire to provide competency levels for all Authorised persons working in these areas of expertise.

3. REGISTRATION

Registration with SAQCC Fire for those persons operating in the areas of gas suppression is provided at 4 levels.

Level 1 Pipe Fitter

Level 2 Installer

Level 3 Commissioner / Serviceman

Level 4 Designer

4. REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION

Any person may register at any one level for gas suppression.

If a person is already registered for a fire category with SAQCC Fire he may also register for one level of gas suppression.

To qualify for registration, one must meet the requirements laid down in the “Skills document” attached to the application form.

From inception until one year (twelve months) one may register under the Initial Registration Clause.


5. INITIAL REGISTRATION CLAUSE

An affidavit must be completed by the applicant and his/her company manager that the applicant is proficient in the associated tasks listed for that level in the skills document.

A selected SAQCC Fire Detection & Suppression committee will vet the application for approval.

The Initial Registration Clause will expire one year (twelve months) from date of inception. All applications and renewals after that date will be subject to training and /or examination requirements to prove competency.

6. CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

All persons applying for re registration after the sunset period of twelve months, will be subject to training requirements and /or examination to prove competency.

All registered persons will be subject to a review every 3 years to ensure Ongoing Professional Development is maintained.

7. FEES

Fees for registration of a gas suppression Authorised person is on a sliding scale as shown below:

Piper: R400 Installer: R600 Commissioner: R900 Designer: R1000

DUAL REGISTRATION Should an Authorised person wish to register for more than one category at a time (i.e. Detection and Gas) with SAQCC Fire the second registration fee will be charged at R200 per annum. (The highest level applied for, plus the additional R200)

8. REGISTRATION APPROVAL

Applications for registration as a gas suppression Authorised person will be vetted by a selection committee appointed by SAQCC Fire Detection & Suppression division on a monthly basis (your application could take 6 weeks to process)

On acceptance of the application the applicant will be notified in writing and be informed for which level he/she has been registered and be supplied with a registration card and number.

The successful applicants details will be added to the SAQCC Fire Detection & Suppression register and posted on the SAQCC Fire web site.


9. REGISTRATION CARD

All successful applicants will receive a registration card. The registration cards are printed with the Authorised person’s name, photograph, registration number and a colour coded stripe indicating which sector of the fire industry he is registered in.

The following colour coding applies

Red -‐ Fire detection

Green -‐ Gas extinguishing

The red and green striped cards will be printed with a level number for which level the Authorised person is registered in.

A card may carry more than one colour stripe for Authorised persons registered in more than one category.

The Authorised person must carry this badge with him at all times whilst working on a gas suppression system

10. DURATION OF REGISTRATION

The Initial Registration Clause will terminate one year (twelve months) from date of inception

Registrations are conducted on an annual basis and from 2013 onward will be based on training requirements and/or examination to ensure competency within that level of grading.

Registration is an annual process.

Every 3 years registered Authorised persons will be subject to re-‐examination to comply with Continued Professional Development requirements.

11. CODE OF CONDUCT

Accompanying each application form is a code of conduct that must be read, agreed and signed by each applicant.

12. DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

Should it be reported in writing that any registered SAQCC Fire Detection & Suppression Authorised person is not conducting himself within the Code of Conduct he will be subject to disciplinary procedures as laid down by the SAQCC Fire.

The SAQCC Fire reserves the right to discipline any Authorised person within the Code of Conduct and Constitution of the SAQCC Fire and withdraw the Authorised person if found guilty.


Certification Committee for the Fire Industry

Reg. No.: 99/1937/08 a Section 21 Company www.saqccfire.co.za

Post net Suite #86 Private Bag X10020 Edenvale 161

2nd Floor West, Helvetia House, Greenvale Road, Wilbart, GermistonTele:

+27-11 455 3157 Fax +27 -11 86 518 4374 e-mail: [email protected]

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SAQCC FIRE APPLICATION FOR SUNSET REGISTRATION

GAS SUPPRESSION ALL the following MUST accompany this application form

a. One colour photo with your name written on the back

b. Proof of payment for relevant category

c. Certified copy of ID book

d. Proof of employment

e. Signed Code of Ethics

f. Signed Skills document

g. Design document (Designer only)

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL THE ABOVE DOCUMENTS ARE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION

Please note that by filling in these forms and signing them you are making a legal declaration. If it is found that any information is false or incorrect, the SAQCC Fire will apply such legal action as it deems necessary.

The original forms may be posted or delivered to the SAQCC Fire offices with ALL supporting documentation. They can also be emailed - [email protected], but the photo must be sent as a JPEG. Failure to fulfill the above criteria will result in your application being rejected.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The SAQCC Fire registers the individual Authorised person and not the company he is working for, therefore each application form must be completed in full and submitted together with the above documentation.


APPLICATION FOR AUTHORISED PERSON REGISTRATION

GAS SUPPRESSION

Registration No……………………………………… Registration Date: ………………... (For office use only)

I……………………………………. apply for registration with SAQCC Fire as a Gas Suppression Authorised person level……….. I am currently / not currently registered at the SAQCC Fire as an Authorised person with registration No. ………………………………………. Surname: ………………………….................. Full Names: ……………………………………….. I.D. No…………………………………………….…………… Residential address: …………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………Code………….. Telephone No.: ………………………….. Cell No.: ……………………………………………. Email address: ………………………………………………………………………………………… Company Name: ……………………………………………………………………………………… Company Registration No.: ………………………………V A T Reg No.: ……………….……… Workmen’s Compensation No: ………………… PSIRA Registration No.: …………………… Company Postal Address. …………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………..Code…………… Province : ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Company Physical Address. ………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………..Code…………… Province : ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Telephone No: ………………………………………. Fax No: …………………………………….. Email address: ……………………………………………….………………………………………..

Book

Pastel

MP

Card

Website

SMS

Letter


INITIAL REGISTRATION CLAUSE

I acknowledge this application is in terms of the initial registration clause laid down by SAQCC Fire and is only applicable for the first year of registration and that I will be subject to test or examination for subsequent years of registration to ensure my competency levels are maintained.

I hereby apply for registration as an authorised person and undertake to abide by the requirements of the current SANS Codes of Practice for Gas Suppression, the contents of which I am fully aware. I swear that I am competent in the tasks outlined in the “Skills document” and I have read and agree to abide by the requirements of the Code of Conduct attached. I solemnly declare, that to the best of my knowledge, all the information contained herein is true and correct. Applicant Name: ……………………………………………… I.D. No.: …………………………… Signature: ……………………………………………………………………………………………… I, ……………………………………………………………… I.D. No.: …………………………… Of (Company)…………………………………………………………………………………….…… Hereby declare that …………………………………………… has worked in the field of gas suppression and is competent in the tasks required for a………………………………………... Signature ………………………………………………………………………………………………. Sworn to/ affirmed before me at ………………………… on this ………………………..……day of…………….……….. 20………. Commissioner of Oaths/ Justice of Peace: Name: ……………………………………………..

District: ……………………………………………

Signature: ………………………………………….


FIRE DETECTION / GAS SUPPRESSION BANKING DETAILS Bank: Standard Bank of South Africa Branch : Bedford Gardens ONLY THESE BANK DETAILS Branch Code: 01 83 05 TO BE USED Account No: 422 086 851 The registration fee: Piper: R400 Installer: R600 Commissioner: R900 Designer: R1000 Lost or stolen card fee: R 175.00 ONLY THE ABOVE BANK DETAILS TO BE USED FOR FIRE DETECTION/GAS SUPPRESSION. CHEQUES MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO: SA QUALIFICATION & CERTIFICATION COMMITTEE – FIRE. THE BANK WILL NOT ACCEPT CHEQUES UNLESS MADE OUT CORRECTLY

PLEASE ENSURE THAT PROOF OF PAYMENT IS PROVIDED WITH ALL APPLICATION FORMS.


SAQCC FIRE SKILLS DOCUMENT GAS SUPPRESSION

This document provides description of the various levels that a person may register with the SAQCC- Fire for gas suppression and the skills he/she must have to register at that level.

A person may register for fire detection in ONE of the following categories:

Level 1 Pipe fitter

Level 2 Installer

Level 3 Commissioner

Level 4 Designer

The applicant must complete one of the following skills level documents, sign it and get it countersigned by his/her company manager.

This document must be included in the application.

The Code of Ethics document must be signed by all applicants and attached to your application.


SKILLS DOCUMENT

GAS SUPPRESSION

LEVEL 1 - PIPE FITTER The pipe fitter shall conduct work for a registered business.

The pipe fitter shall have 3 months site experience on the following, or proven similar experience.

I am competent in the following skills: (Please tick appropriate box)

SKILL Competent

Not yet competent

I am able to use all required hand tools Use electrical drilling machines Read and understand site plans, equipment schedules, system schematics and pipe layout drawings

Determine different types and schedule of pipes Determine different types of pipe fittings Have pipe fittings skills and able to conduct layout routes for piping

Install pipe fixings into all type of construction Thread pipes with correct dyes and apply the correct tape or adhesives

Install pipes in accordance with a schematic drawing Install pipe manifolds in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions

Install cylinder racking and fix cylinders into racking Position and fix pre engineered gas cylinders Knowledge of fixing discharge hoses from cylinder to manifold Install non return valves, odourisers, pressure reducing devices

Able to identify and install nozzles in correct positions

Tick one box

Name of Applicant: ………………………..…………… Date: …………………………

Signature:…………………………………………………………………………………….

Company: ……………………………………………………………………………………

Managers name: ……………………………………….. Date: …………………………..

Signature: ……………………………………………………………………………………


SKILLS DOCUMENT

GAS SUPPRESSION

LEVEL 2 - INSTALLER The installer shall conduct work for a registered business

The installer shall have 3 months site experience and 3 months experience as a pipe fitter on the following, or proven similar experience.


SKILL Competent

Not yet competent

I am able to use all required hand tools to execute my duties Read and understand site plans, equipment schedules, system schematics

Read and understand pipe layout drawings etc Instruct pipe fitter as to pipe routes and equipment fixing positions

Understand and recognise different pipe threads Instruct pipe fitter as to the correct position of the nozzle fixing in accordance with the orifice code.

Able to read and interpret hydraulic pipe designs Install all actuating hardware and mechanisms Test and install actuators to cylinders Check all fixings of pipes and equipment Testing of pipe systems Test the fire detection and all types of gas system in accordance with SANS standards and the manufacturers’ instructions

Tick one box


Signature:…………………………………………………………………………………….

Company: ……………………………………………………………………………………


Signature: ……………………………………………………………………………………


SKILLS DOCUMENT

GAS SUPPRESSION

LEVEL 3 - COMMISSIONER The commissioner shall conduct work for a registered business

The commissioner shall have 6 months site experience on the following, or proven similar experience.


SKILL Competent

Not yet competent

Conduct all commissioning tests as indicated in SANS 14520, SANS 369, SANS 306 and the manufacturers’ instructions for the fire detection, pre engineered and engineered gas systems

Able to produce all project documentation in accordance with the relevant standards

Conduct hand over tests with the client on completion Understand and able to test the configuration of a distributed system

Read and check hydraulic pipe designs Produce isometric pipe layouts Understand venting requirements for gas systems Understand room integrity testing and interpret the test results Servicing of gas extinguishing systems Checking gas level contents

Tick one box


Signature:…………………………………………………………………………………….

Company: ……………………………………………………………………………………


Signature: ……………………………………………………………………………………


SKILLS DOCUMENT

GAS SUPPRESSION

LEVEL 4 - DESIGNER The designer shall conduct work for a registered business

The designer shall have 2 years experience on the following, or proven similar experience.

The designer shall be in possession of, and have a proficient knowledge of, an approved hydraulic design package and be in possession of a training certificate for that design software.


SKILL Competent

Not yet competent

Have a thorough understanding of all South African gas standards relevant to fire protection i.e. SANS 14520, SANS 369, SANS 306 and the manufacturers’ instructions for the fire detection, pre engineered and engineered gas systems.

Read and produce hydraulic pipe designs Read and produce isometric pipe layouts Understand venting requirements for gas systems Conduct room integrity testing and interpret the test results Configure and design a pre engineered gas extinguishing system

Configure and design an engineered gas extinguishing system Configure and design a distributed gas extinguishing system Produce system specifications Produce system drawings Produce system schematics Produce Bills of Materials

Tick one box

I have submitted one completed fire extinguishing engineered system design originated by myself that reflects:

o The standard it was design to o The type of gas used o The pressure of the gas used o The discharge time of the system o The design concentration used o Quantity of gas and cylinders required o The usage and occupancy of the building


The supplied system design package shall reflect the above information and include a design drawing indicating pipe routes, node points, cylinder position and nozzle positions.

I have submitted proof of the hydraulic gas design software package that I am proficient with, and a copy of a current certificate of training for this design software.

The submitted design package and certificate MUST BE accompanied with a SIGNED AFFIDAVIT that the work submitted was conducted by the applicant.


I declare that the information provided in this document is a true reflection of my abilities.

Name………………………………………………………………………………………

Signature…………………………………………. Date…………………………………

I, the CEO of the following company declare that the information submitted by this applicant is a true reflection of the person’s skills

Name………………………………………………..Company………………………………

Signature……………………………………………Date…………………………………...


CODE OF ETHICS

As a registered authorised person with SAQCC Fire engaged in the field of gas suppression I recognise my responsibility to maintain high standards of reliability and integrity in the application of the life safety and property protection systems provided by myself.

I, therefore, pledge and ascribe to the following:-

§ To abide by the rules and disciplinary procedures of SAQCC Fire

§ Not to bring the industry or the SAQCC Fire into disrepute or foreclose or distribute information pertaining to the SAQCC Fire that I may obtain from time to time

§ To be honest and fair in all matters with my, customers, subcontractors,

distributors, competitors, or suppliers

§ To follow nationally recognised Codes and Standards, provincial and local laws and regulations, when designing, supplying, installing or commissioning gas suppression systems

§ I agree to read, study and abide by the following standards:-

o SANS 14520 - Standard for clean agent gasses o SANS 369 - Standard for actuation of gas systems o SANS 306 - Standard for CO2 systems

§ To encourage and support well-founded legislation affecting our industry and

the people we serve. § To support and participate in the education of those in and regulating our

industry. § When representing SAQCC Fire we will conduct ourselves professionally and

with decorum. § To strive for high standards of performance and professional competence.

§ I will present my identity badge at all times when working on fire detection

systems.

I accept this code freely and pledge to support to SAQCC Fire in its endeavours to improve the life safety and property protection in the Republic of South Africa and its surrounding nations.

NAME: ………………………………………………..……………………………………

SIGNATURE: …………………………………..………………….. DATE………..…………...

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