Certified Fire + Egress Door Assembly Inspector - CFDAI
In our continued commitment to advance the FDAI program, we are launching a new certification to help FDAIs elevate their profile to the end user and grow their inspection services.
Become a Certified Fire + Egress Door Assembly Inspector (CFDAI)
The Certified Fire & Egress Door Assembly Inspector (CFDAI) certification focuses on responsibilities of fire and egress door inspectors, emphasizing the importance of clear communication with building owners and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Individuals with a CFDAI know how to perform and document inspections, have an intermediate understanding of door, frame, and hardware products, as well as familiarity with relevant codes to conduct through inspections. DHI, Intertek, Telcom (TISC) and the Door Security & Safety Foundation (DSSF) have joined efforts to commit to advancing life safety within the built environment.
What Are the Benefits of Becoming a CFDAI?
• Establish credibility in your role as a leader in life safety and security
• Be directly responsible for increasing life safety
• Advance your career and increase your value as an employee
• Increase your competitive edge
• Create a new business model for distribution
• Increase your opportunity to meet with end-users
• Create a new revenue stream by simultaneously handling the inspections, upgrades
Prerequisites
Completion of the DAI600 – Fire & Egress Door Assembly Inspection
The DAI600 curriculum is focused on understanding the role and responsibilities of the fire and egress door inspectors as well as interacting with the building owner and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). It is paramount to ensure that the respective parties clearly understand the inspection process and documentation and how to follow through with the necessary corrections in order to improve safety in their facilities.
This class will teach you how to perform and record these inspections, as well as provide tips for interacting with building owners and AHJs. It requires an intermediate level of understanding of door, frame, and hardware products and applications, and applicable code familiarity to conduct inspections. Students completing the course and passing the exam receive the certification CFDAI – Certified Fire + Egress Door Assembly Inspector.
See our Education Resource Guide for additional information.
Current Fire and Egress Door Assembly Inspector (FDAIs)
FDAIs may enter the CFDAI program by agreeing to participate in the Certification Program and Continuing Education Program. By entering the Certification Program one can use the initials “CFDAI” behind their name and will be listed as such by DHI and DSSF. Those who elect not to join the certification program will still be allowed to use their FDAI credential.
All FDAI’s awarded before January 2014 will also be required to pass two online self-paced continuing education courses, CE1401 and CE1701, if they have not already done so. Successful completion of these two courses will award them the CFDAI certification with the same privileges and requirements as those awarded after January 2014.
How Do I Maintain The CFDAI Certification?
Requirements for maintaining your CFDAI include:
- CEP requirement of 30 hours, with 5 hours in NFPA Code Update Classes.
- Renewal Application and Payment
Additional information on the CEP Renewal program may be found on the CEP webpage.
Intertek Partnership
Differentiate yourself by becoming third-party qualified through Intertek’s Qualified Personnel (IQP) Program.
After successful completion of DHI’s DAI600 Program and earning your credential, you are then eligible to become an IQP - Fire Door Inspector.
To learn more about becoming an IQP, visit www.intertek.com/IQP
Door Security & Safety Foundation – Awareness, Education, Advocacy
The mission of the Door Security & Safety Foundation (DSSF) is to promote secure and safe openings that enhance life safety through awareness and education to the building design, code authority, and facility management communities.
A primary objective within this mission is to support the annual fire/egress door inspection initiative by creating awareness of this important update to the NFPA 80 and 101 standards, and their inclusion in the International Building Code and International Fire Code. Through our educational efforts we help stakeholders understand the code implications and complexity of the products and applications.
DSSF also offers education for healthcare facility personnel, taught by FDAIs across North America, who need to learn more about the new fire door inspection requirements. These FDAIs not only provide this education to current their customers but are able use this education as a way to engage potential customers as well. If you are an FDAI interested in this exclusive Education Advocate opportunity, contact certification@dhi.org for details. Learn more about DSSF educational offerings.
To learn more about the Foundation’s awareness, education and advocacy programs and publications, go to www.doorsecuritysafety.org.
Risk Coverage: TISC Insurance
DHI has endorsed Telcom Insurance Services Corporation (TISC) to administer an insurance program to members that offers a full range of insurance coverage, including an exclusive Errors & Omissions , as well as Property and Casualty, Directors and Officers, Employment Practices Liability, and Professional Liability.
Benefits to DHI members are:
- DHI co-owns and therefore co-directs with TISC all aspects of the program.
- TISC isn’t just an insurance agent. They are client advocates who will help with all of your insurance-related needs, including coverage selection, insurer choice, risk management assistance, contract reviews, and claims monitoring.
For additional information and an insurance quote, contact:
Theresa Punsalan
Sr. Account Executive
TISC Agency
703.380.8743
tpunsalan@telcominsgrp.com
Building Code Adoptions
Get more information on Building Code Adoptions by State, and view the Building Code Reference Library published by Reed Construction Data.
More Information
For more information on this certification contact us at
certification@dhi.org.