Prepare for an action-packed day of learning, networking, and live demonstrations at the 1st annual “Back to School Program Series: Fire! Learn and Burn” on October 2 at the Philadelphia Fire Academy. This immersive event offers technical education, 5 CLE and CE credits (pending), and hands-on experience for legal and insurance professionals. With limited spots available, don’t miss out—register now before we reach capacity!
This event is designed for professionals interested in advancing their knowledge and skills in fire science, post-fire remediation, post-fire structural engineering, and related fields. Gain insights into cutting-edge technologies, scientific approaches, and best practices across various disciplines:
Fire Science & Fire Protection Engineering: Explore the behavior of different construction materials under fire conditions and the effectiveness of fireproofing methods.
Investigative Technology: Learn how advanced tech tools impact data collection accuracy and speed, from 3D scanners to drones.
Structural Engineering: Understand structural responses to fire, collapse mechanics, and post-fire damage assessments.
Post-Fire Remediation: Get a clear picture of scoping, cost estimation, and project management for fire-damaged buildings.
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Philadelphia Fire Academy (5200 Pennypack Street)
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration for this event is expected to exceed capacity. Haag reserves the right to limit the number of attendees from any particular company based on demand for this event. Please contact Brian Jefferies with questions, email or call 508.210.6364
9:00 AM
The Science of Fire: Phases of, and Responses to, Structure Fires
Explore how fire, heat, smoke, and soot behave during structure fires, introducing key fire prevention concepts such as intumescent fireproofing and sprinkler systems. This class is designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals, culminating in live demonstrations that bring these concepts to life.
Presenters: David V. Donovan, Jr., P.E., CFEI; Ahmad N. Elhajj, P.E.; Daniel Sager, P.E.
9:45 AM
Making the Unsafe Safe: Technology Deployment for Post-Fire Investigations
This program covers essential technologies for safe post-fire inspections, offering insights for both newcomers and experienced professionals. Participants will explore 3D scanning, remote inspection tools like drones and crawlers, and safety protocols, with live demonstrations providing real-world comparisons of data quality and acquisition speed.
Presenters: Daniel Sager, P.E.; Christopher DeSantis, RA, AIA, CXLT; Brian Segedin, CPAU
10:45 AM
Fire Sciences Studies: Fire vs. Sprinklers Demo
Live National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) side-by-side demo on Burn Pad 1.
11:15 AM
Haag Quick-Starter Demos
Pad 1 Demo – Studies in Speed: Fire vs. Structural Materials
Watch construction materials exposed to fire and accelerants to understand how fireproofing affects performance.
Pad 2 Demo – Studies in Speed: Technology vs. In-Field Data
See how different technologies—from 3D scanners to app-based solutions—can capture data in real-time for accurate fire scene documentation for accurate documentation of on-site conditions that can be relayed back to clients quickly.
12:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:00 PM
Nuts and Bolts of Structural Damage and Collapse Assessment
This class dives into the structural mechanics behind fire-induced collapses, focusing on load paths, material responses to heat, and post-fire debris analysis. Building on earlier sessions, it explores how fire affects structural integrity and previews a live test cell designed to collapse, offering a practical look at collapse mechanics and remedial considerations.
Presenters: David V. Donovan, Jr., P.E., CFEI; Kevin Kaufman, P.E.
1:45 PM
Nuts and Bolts of Structural and Building Remediation
This session provides information gathered during on-site inspections to plan, design, estimate, and execute building and structural remediation, including addressing the need for temporary shoring, debris field removal, construction official engagement, code upgrades, competitive bidding, and construction management. This segment of the program also focuses on restoring the structural integrity of the building, including all of its non-structural finishes and amenities also affected by the heat, smoke, soot, water, and firefighting damage present post-fire.
Presenters: Benjamin T. Irwin, P.E., P.Eng., DFE, CXLT; Daniel Sager, P.E.; Ahmad N. Elhajj, P.E.; Brian Segedin, CPAU
2:45 PM
Live Burn Demonstrations of 2 Test Cells and Sprinkler Demos
Engage in thrilling live burns of test cells that simulate real-life fire scenarios, complete with sprinklers and audience interaction.
Pad 1 Demo – Studies in Speed: Fire vs. Fireproofing and Fire Protection
Pad 2 Demo – Two Test Cell Live Burns
4:00 PM
Live Burn Lessons Learned Post-Fire
Wrap up the day with a detailed analysis of the evidence collected from the live burn, connecting theory to practice.
If you’re unable to attend in person, the entire Learn and Burn event will be live streamed. However, the live stream is for viewing purposes only and is not eligible for CE or CLE credit.
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