Qualification details
Title
New Zealand Certificate in Fixed Fire Protection Systems (Level 3)
Version
1
Qualification type
Certificate
Level
3
Credits
130
NZSCED
039905 Engineering and Related Technologies > Other
Engineering and Related Technologies > Fire Technology and
Rescue Services
Qualification developer
Competenz
Next review
December 2021
Approval date
March 2016
Strategic purpose statement
The purpose of this entry-level qualification is to provide the Fire
Protection industry with installers and fitters who have the skills
and knowledge to install fixed fire protection systems hardware.
Graduates will work under limited supervision and in accordance
with the New Zealand Building Code, current Standards,
regulations and ordinances, and other internationally accepted
standards.
Graduate profile
Gradates of this qualification will be able to:
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Outcome Statement
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Education pathway
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Install pipe works and sprinkler heads for fixed fire protection
systems in accordance with plans and instructions.
Install pipe supports, pump sets, valves, switches, and
gauges for fixed fire protection systems in accordance with
plans and instructions.
Conduct routine maintenance of fixed fire protection
systems.
Report on and maintain the integrity of passive fire protection
when installing fixed fire protection system hardware.
Work safely on and around the immediate work area.
Use skills and knowledge of fixed fire protection systems
hardware and installation practices to effectively contribute to
the performance of the team.
This qualification may lead to the:
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New Zealand Certificate in Fixed Fire Protection Systems
(Level 4) with an optional strand in Special Hazards Fixed
Fire Protection Systems [Ref: 2577]; or
New Zealand Certificate in Fire Protection Systems
Technology (Inspections) (Level 4) with strands in Fire
Detection and Alarm Systems, and Fixed Fire Protection
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Systems [Ref: 2579].
Graduates will be equipped to work as installers and fitters of
fixed fire protection systems hardware.
Employment pathway
Qualification specifications
This qualification can be awarded by an organisation which
has an approved programme of study or programme of
industry training leading to the qualification.
Qualification award
Evidence requirements for assuring
consistency
Evidence must include the following:
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Employer surveys to determine if graduates of the
qualification meet the graduate profile outcomes.
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Evidence of effective processes to ensure programmes
continue to meet current industry needs.
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A range of workplace evidence demonstrating that
graduates meet the graduate profile outcomes.
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Any other relevant evidence as appropriate.
Minimum standard of achievement
and standards for grade
endorsements
Achieved.
Other requirements for the
qualification (including regulatory
body or legislative requirements)
Entry is open; however, it is recommended candidates hold
the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (Level 2)
[Ref: 0973].
General conditions for the programme leading to the qualification
General conditions for
programme
This qualification will typically be achieved through a combination of
on-job training and assessments, and distance learning (e-learning
and/or correspondence).
Fixed Fire Protection Systems refers to automatic fire sprinkler
systems. The system includes an adequate and reliable water supply,
and a network of specially sized piping and sprinkler heads or
sprayers designed to deliver a predetermined volume of water over
given area.
The context for ‘contribute effectively to the performance of a team’
relates to system installation where each person is expected to define
their technical strengths and apply them as relevant to ensure the job
is completed.
Programmes leading to this qualification may include some or all of
the standards listed in the conditions column below. Use of these unit
standards to meet the outcomes of this qualification is not mandatory.
Should unit standards be specified in a programme of study or
programme of industry training leading to this qualification, the
explanatory notes section of the unit standards concerned must be
considered as there may be legislative and health and safety
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requirements such as the New Zealand Building Code, Industry
Standards, regulations and ordinances, and Territorial Authority bylaws.
Conditions relating to the Graduate profile
Qualification outcomes
Conditions
1
2395, 2396, 4432, 4433, 4647, 9362, 17712,
17731, 18432, 28826, 28828
Install pipe works and sprinkler heads for
fixed fire protection systems in
accordance with plans and instructions.
Credits 60
2
Install pipe supports, pump sets, valves,
switches, and gauges for fixed fire
protection systems in accordance with
plans and instructions.
28827, 28829, 28830
Credits 30
3
Conduct routine maintenance of fixed fire
protection systems.
17730,17734
Credits 25
4
Report on and maintain the integrity of
passive fire protection when installing
fixed fire protection system hardware.
29157
Credits 5
5
Work safely on and around the immediate
work area.
497, 3271, 6401, 6402
Credits 5
6
Use skills and knowledge of fixed fire
protection systems hardware and
installation practices to effectively
contribute to the performance of the team.
9362, 17734, 18432, 28826
Credits 5
Transition information
Replacement information
This qualification replaced the:
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National Certificate in Fixed Fire Protection Systems (Level 3) with
strands in Installation, and Testing [Ref: 0863].
The last date for assessment against the replaced qualification is 31 December 2020.
The last date for entry into the replaced qualification is 31 December 2017.
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It is anticipated that no existing candidates will be disadvantaged by these transition arrangements.
However, anyone who feels that they have been disadvantaged may appeal to Competenz at the
address below. Appeals will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Competenz, PO Box 9005, Newmarket, Auckland 1149.
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