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Tim Renaud
Podcast for Canadian Fire Alarm Technicians and other people interested in the fire alarm industry in Canada. comments can be sent to
[email protected]
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Ep 24 - Behind the Curtain of the CFAA Executive Board and Committees Pt 1
This week, we take a look 'behind the curtain of the CFAA Boards and Committees and see how the sausage is made! We will dive into each of the committees and see how they all work together to make the engine run for the CFAA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:07
18/11/2024
Ep 23 - AI tools being used in Fire Alarm
This week's episode is with Pery Zerbinos and we discuss some of the best use cases for AI (currently) and how it is shaping our future in fire alarm reporting and getting our work done. This podcast may be at the highest risk of being obsolete in a year! We will see... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:28
04/11/2024
Ep 22 - Deficiencies in S536-2019 and S537 2019 (Part 2)
This week is a long-ish episode and is more of a discussion with Mark and Tom on what we have been discovering as we have started working wiht the new standards. We focus on the topic of deficiencies and how some parts are open to some interpretation.Would you like to come on the podcast? Send me a line at
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35:11
21/10/2024
Ep 21 - The past, present and future of CFAA Education
This week's episode is with Randy Panesar from Durham College and we go over where we were, where we are, and where we are going in education for fire alarm systems in Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:17
07/10/2024
Ep 20 - Deficiencies in the new ULC standards' updates
On this episode, Mark and I discuss some of the definitions and parameters around 'what is a deficiency?' We will have more episodes to come on this very important subject, as this affects all of your work as a fire alarm technician and how you report and comment on things that 'aren't right'.Thanks again Mark for joining! 20 episodes down!If you would like to join me on the podcast, send an email to
[email protected]
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28:09
23/09/2024
Ep 19 - Elevator shaft applications using Aspiration detection
This week, we delve into the technical requirements of using Aspiration detection in an elevator shaft. With the new standards and the references to spot detectors being considered a deficiency if they are placed in elevator shafts (and other hard-to-access areas), we require better ways of doing fire detection in these spaces. Erik is one of the Field Application Engineers at Xtralis and provides great insight into ways that we can mitigate troubles and false alarm issues when using Aspiration detection in elevator shafts.Thank you Erik for your time and providing some great education for all of us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22:50
09/09/2024
Ep 18 - Door Mag Locks and Fire Alarm Interconnections and testing
This week's episode is all about door mag locks and how we test these devices as Fire Alarm Technicians. Ray was able to join us and go over this presentation that he did for the Central Ontario chapter earlier this year. Thanks for joining us, Ray! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:31
26/08/2024
Ep 17 - Fire Alarm Cabling
This week we talk cable with Gabriel from Cerco Cable. He has a lot of information to share on the codes and types and cable that are used in Fire Alarm. Another great episode to use for reference for more knowledge on cabling. Gabriel can be contacted at:
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22:46
12/08/2024
Ep 16 - What is “performanced-based design” and how does it affect my inspections?
This week, we talk to Steven Forrester, a building code consultant from New Brunswick. We delve into the terminology of performance-based design and how it can affect your inspections as a tech and what to look for in a building that may have some type of design modification from the building codes.Contact Steven at
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20:02
29/07/2024
Ep 15 - An Introduction to Camp Molly
This week we have a profile on a great outreach initiative for young women interested in the Fire Protection industry! Camp Molly is discussed and the history and where they are headed with this program.Thanks Victoria for coming on to discuss.www.campmolly.caFor more info on the history and story of Molly Williams:http://shemadehistory.com/molly-wiliams/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18:34
15/07/2024
Ep 14 - Software tools for Fire Alarm Sales Management
This week we have Frank on the podcast to discuss software tools to improve quoting speed and efficiency and general management of a fire alarm company using newer tools and AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20:07
01/07/2024
Ep 13 - Code Changes for Ontario effective Jan 2025 and Battery Testing Safety
This episode is on the very important subject of Battery Testing and the safety considerations when testing the batteries for our fire alarm systems. We also go over some of the code changes that may have already hit Western Canada, but are due to hit Ontario in January 2025.There is a related article battery testing safety that Aaron Lee from Atkins Realis in Ontario contributed in this edition of the CFAA Journal. It is a great read and adds to the discussion that Brett and I had. Please look to this link and go to the June 2024 edition. https://www.cfaa.ca/journalsAny comments? Please write to
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26:17
17/06/2024
Ep12 - Troubleshooting tips
This episode was a great discussion with Brett Roach on some tips for troubleshooting and also some tips on dealing with your clients on site when there’s a trouble on the fire alarm panel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15:54
03/06/2024
Ep 11 - ULC S561 Central Station Monitoring
This episode sees the return of Brent Early from Winnipeg Manitoba. Brent is very active in the local chapter of the Manitoba CFAA and brings an owner’s representative-perspective to the topic of off-site monitoring connections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14:47
20/05/2024
Ep 10 - Women In Fire Alarm Part 3
We conclude our 3 part series in conversation with women in Fire Alarm. Recorded earlier this year in Winnipeg MB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11:26
06/05/2024
Ep 9 - Software tools for reporting
This week’s episode is all about the latest tools being used to make reporting and compliance so much easier for fire alarm technicians, AHJ’s and End Users. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:58
29/04/2024
Ep 8 - Women In Fire Alarm Part 2
We continue our conversation from earlier this year in Winnipeg. A look into the experiences and perspectives of women in the fire alarm industry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16:40
15/04/2024
Ep 7 - S1001 Standard for Integrated Systems Testing: An Overview
On this episode, we discuss the S1001 Standard for Integrated Systems Testing and some of the points to consider for Fire Alarm Techs as they start to be more involved in some aspects of these tests.Brett can be reached at WWW.BRDESIGNSASK.CA City Of regina Bulletin on S1001 https://www.regina.ca/export/sites/Regina.ca/bylaws-permits-licences/building-demolition/.galleries/pdfs/Advisory-CANULC-S1001-Integrated-Systems-Testing.pdfThe ULC Standard can be found here and can be viewed for FREE: https://www.shopulstandards.com/ProductDetail.aspx?productId=ULC1001_1_S_20110901And here is an additonal bulletin from the ULC on the suggestion of their ULC certified training program for S-1001:https://canada.ul.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/05/Certification-Bulletin-2020-08ENG-ULC-S1001.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:50
01/04/2024
Ep 6 - End User’s perspective on new codes
This episode is a conversation with Brent Early, an owner’s representative who deals specifically with the fire protection for that government of Manitoba’s building and assets. Brent is active in CFAA Manitoba chapter and is involved in National committees also. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20:10
18/03/2024
Ep 5 - Changes to 536-2019
This episode is a discussion with Mark Wilson on some of the changes to S536. Let us know what you think at
[email protected]
Do you want to get more involved in the CFAA? We need you! Please reach out at
[email protected]
and we can get you in touch with some of our committees to see what works best for you and your schedule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18:27
04/03/2024
Ep 4 - Women In Fire Alarm part 1
This episode is a panel discussion on the experiences of women in the fire alarm industry. This is part 1 of a discussion that took place in Winnipeg in Jan 2024. We will have part 2 of this discussion coming very soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16:55
19/02/2024
Ep 3 - CFAA position statement on qualified personnel
On this episode, I have Derrick Bertrand , Vice President of the CFAA Manitoba Chapter. We were able to get together in Winnipeg and discuss the new position statement on ‘qualified technicians’ and how it can be used across Canada.Here is the link to the official position statement:https://www.cfaa.ca/news/cfaa-position-statement-qualified-personnel-for-the-verification-inspection-repair-and-maintenance-of-fire-alarm-systems-in-canada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15:28
05/02/2024
Ep 2 - Changes to NBCC codes coming to many provinces
On this episode, Brett and I review the changes coming to the provinces as they adopt versions of the 2020 NBCC and associated ULC standards.This episode was recorded in early Dec 2023 and there have been some updates to code adoption. Saskatchewan quickly adopted the new NBCC 2020 effective Jan 1st 2024 and announced it a week after we had recorded this podcast. Other provinces are constantly updating their own date to adopt the code, so please keep checking with your AHJ.Brett can be reached at brdesignsask.caAs mentioned in the podcast, here are some links for viewing relevant codes and standards online for free (login required for UL):https://nrc-publications.canada.ca/eng/view/ft/?id=515340b5-f4e0-4798-be69-692e4ec423e8https://www.shopulstandards.com/ProductDetail.aspx?productId=ULC536_6_S_20190801Your feedback is welcome at
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15:51
22/01/2024
Ep 1 - Introduction to the show and interview with Mark Wilson
On the first episode of the show, Mark Wilson and I discuss the latest news in the Alberta chapter of the CFAA and we also summarize what we would like to see on this podcast in future episodes.Any comments? Please send to
[email protected]
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16:11
30/12/2023
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