Last Chance for AFSA Training in Design and ITM for 2022 The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) offers a variety of education programs to serve members’ needs. From the field to the office with apprenticeship; design; and inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) training, AFSA can help take your business to …
Read More »President’s Report
As I write this column every few weeks, I often find myself searching for the creativity required to discuss something of value that our members might actually be interested in reading. I don’t mind sharing the fact that it can be a challenge. After all, I am the president, and …
Read More »Expand Your ITM Services
Register Now for Spring 2021 ITM Inspector Development Program The American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) Inspector Development Program is preparing to kick off its Spring 2021 ITM class virtually on April 12, 2021. AFSA is the first to offer an industry-wide ITM Inspector Development Program, …
Read More »Flashpoint
It has been almost a year since I accepted a position with AFSA, and what a ride it has been! From the beginning, I could not have asked for better support from my bosses, the AFSA’s Board of Directors. This group of sprinkler contractors is diverse with lots of experience, …
Read More »ITM Class Graduates
Sixth Class Finishes Program with Two Weeks’ Training at General Air Products The American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) Inspector Development Program has hit high marks with employers and students alike and is celebrating its sixth graduating class. “We’re delighted to finally resume training and see …
Read More »A Foundation for Education
Committee Spotlight: Apprenticeship & Education Education and training were the foundations upon which the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) was created in 1981. The individuals who gathered to form this association believed that education and apprenticeship training should be available to all members of the fire sprinkler industry—not just union …
Read More »AFSA Graduates First Female Inspectors
Two Women Find Their Passion Through ITM Program The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) recently graduated its fifth class in its Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) Inspector Development Program. This class holds a special place in AFSA history for several reasons. First, they pulled off the first 100 percent class …
Read More »Developing ITM Inspectors
Training Program Helps Companies Grow and Get Ahead As Benjamin Franklin once said, “an investment in knowledge always pays the best interest,” and the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) is proud to live that statement in its core values. In the effort to grow industry education, AFSA is pleased to …
Read More »Grow Your Business With ITM
AFSA Offers Two Inspector Development Program Classes in 2019 Start 2019 off right and register your students in the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) Inspector Development Program. Professionalize the role of your inspection team with this comprehensive 20-month program that provides a blended learning environment …
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