Specialization course in fire protection in waste treatment and recycling plants

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  • AREA OF KNOWLEDGE: Fire Protection FORMAT: Online - Live Classes DURATION: 30 hours (1.2 ECTS) DATES: Start: November 17, 2025 - End: December 12, 2025. After the registration period ends, it is possible to complete the training program in a flexible format. SESSIONS: Mondays and Wednesdays. Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Spanish time). Attendance is not mandatory; sessions will be recorded and available on the virtual platform. TARGET AUDIENCE:
  • Fire protection professionals interested in specific training related to fire protection in waste treatment and recycling plants.
  • Technical professionals in the engineering and architecture sectors, specializing in project development or construction supervision and management, who wish to delve deeper into the specific risks of fire in waste treatment and recycling plants.
  • Recent graduates or students in their final years of study who want to start their professional career in the Fire Protection sector.
  • Technical profiles from the insurance and claims assessment sectors.
  • Technical profiles from the Occupational Risk Prevention sector.
  • Maintenance Managers in charge of large-scale Fire Protection installations.
  • Firefighters and members of emergency response teams.

    • GOALS

  • This Specialization Course aims to provide students with comprehensive and qualified training in fire risk management at waste treatment and recycling plants, as well as the development of prevention and protection strategies. The specific objectives of this Specialization Course are as follows:
  • To introduce students to the common causes of fires at waste treatment and recycling plants.
  • To statistically analyze, from a critical perspective, fires in this type of plant.
  • To define the main aspects of fire prevention in waste treatment and recycling plants, as well as the main aspects related to passive fire protection.
  • To define the main aspects of fire suppression systems in this type of plant, exploring the different protection options.
  • To develop an understanding of the key elements of fire detection and alarm systems applied to activities related to waste treatment and recycling plants.
  • To define fire risk and fire prevention and protection strategies for different elements and processes within waste treatment and recycling plants.

    • METHODOLOGY AND EVALUATION

    La metodología de trabajo y estudio es plenamente online, permitiendo al alumno tanto el aprovechamiento de las clases virtuales como la flexbilidad de poder avanzar según su disponibilidad a través de la plataforma virtual.

    PROGRAM

    This Specialization Course consists of five modules, which comprehensively address the most relevant aspects of fire risk in waste treatment and recycling plants, as well as prevention and protection strategies. Module 1. Introduction to the challenges of waste treatment and recycling plants and their associated risks. 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Types of plants. 1.3 Statistics and historical data. 1.3.1 Volume and evolution of incidents. 1.3.2 Types of incidents, causes, and fire risk. 1.3.3 Notable examples. 1.4 Regulatory framework. Module 2. Fire prevention in waste treatment and recycling plants. Passive protection measures. 2.1 Introduction. 2.2 Preventive and safety measures. 2.3 Structural protection. 2.4 Sectorization and compartmentalization. 2.5 Materials and components. 2.6 Lightning rod installation. 2.7 Smoke and heat evacuation systems. Module 3. Fire suppression systems applied to waste treatment and recycling plants. 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Fire blankets, handheld fire extinguishers, hydrants, and hose/fire hose reel systems. 3.3 Swinging and fixed monitors. 3.4 Automatic sprinkler systems. 3.5 Water mist systems. 3.6 Foam systems. 3.7 Gaseous extinguishing systems. 3.8 Other extinguishing systems. 3.9 Water supply. Module 4. Fire detection and alarm systems applied to waste treatment and recycling plants. 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 Heat detection. 4.3 Flame detection. 4.4 Smoke detection: point detection, line barriers, and aspirating smoke detection. 4.5 Systems based on video detection, thermography, and other detection systems. 4.6 Gas detection. 4.7 Alarm Systems. Module 5. Applicable Measures and Protection of the Various Processes Present in Waste Treatment and Recycling Plants. 5.1 General Considerations. 5.2 Waste Reception. 5.3 Waste Treatment and Processing. 5.3.1 Conveyor Belts. 5.3.2 Shredding Systems. 5.3.3 Mechanical Processing and Sorting Systems. 5.3.4 Drying Systems. 5.3.5 Filter Systems. 5.3.6 Sorting Booths. 5.3.7 Compactors and Presses. 5.3.8 RTO Systems. 5.3.9 Composting Plants and Biogas Fermenters. 5.3.10 Electrical Systems and Rooms. 5.3.11 Ventilation Systems. 5.4 Waste Storage. 5.4.1 General Considerations. 5.4.2 Outdoor Storage. 5.4.3 Indoor Storage.

    DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES

  • Upon completion of the program, you will receive two certifications issued by two different entities:
  • ESSIIF's own certificate.
  • Isabel I University certificate.

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    PRECIO: 295 euros (236 euros con beca del 20%)

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