Course overview
Fire & Gas Detection Systems is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Fire & Gas Detection Systems. It covers the principles, the requirements of ISA, IEC 61511, IEC 61508 and IEC 62443, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Fire & Gas Detection Systems
- Apply the relevant requirements of ISA, IEC 61511, IEC 61508 and IEC 62443
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for instrument and control engineers, technicians and control room staff, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Fire & Gas Detection Systems fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat ISA, IEC 61511, IEC 61508 and IEC 62443 require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24–28 Jan 2027 | Amman Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 Feb 2027 | Bangkok Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Jun 2027 | Istanbul Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 13–24 Sep 2027 | Tbilisi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Sep 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 6–10 Feb 2028 | Algiers Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 Feb – 9 Mar 2028 | Cairo Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Mar 2028 | Muscat Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 3–14 Apr 2028 | Baku Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Jun 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 11–15 Feb 2029 | Kuwait City Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 30 Apr – 11 May 2029 | Milan Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Jun 2029 | Kuala Lumpur Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 Oct 2029 | Madrid Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 22–26 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 7–11 Jan 2030 | Milan Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 Sep 2030 | Singapore Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Sep 2030 | Tunis Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 28 Oct – 8 Nov 2030 | Beirut Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 4–8 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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