FLORIDA FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION

FIRE SAFETY
INSPECTOR I

State-approved firefighter certification courses designed to build the knowledge and skills necessary to become a certified Fire Safety Inspector in Florida.

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225

TOTAL HOURS

5

REQUIRED COURSES

STATE

EXAM

FINGERPRINTS

REQUIRED

4-YEAR

RENEWAL

CERTIFICATION OVERVIEW

The Fire Safety Inspector 1 certification offers the knowledge and skills required to perform fire prevention inspections, enforce life safety codes, and promote life safety in the community.

This certification is ideal for individuals seeking a career in fire prevention or those looking to advance in the fire service.

  • Bureau of Fire Standards & Training approved curriculum
  • Experienced Instructors
  • Emphasis on practical real-world application
  • Instructor-led & self-paced learning options

REQUIREMENTS

  • Successfully complete 225 hours of state-approved certification training (the required courses are listed below).
  • Pass the Florida State Fire Safety Inspector I certification exam.
  • Submit the required Application for Fire Safety Inspector Certification Examination through FireTRAQ, along with all required supporting documentation, at least 10 business days prior to the scheduled examination.
  • Complete the required fingerprint background process before certification.

CERTIFICATION PROCESS

Complete Courses

Finish the 5 required courses.

Submit Fingerprints

Schedule an appointment to process your fingerprints.

Apply on FireTRAQ

Submit your application and required documentation.

Pass State Exam

Pass the 100 question state exam with a 70% or higher.

Become Certified

Receive your Fire Safety Inspector 1 certification.

The Fire Safety Inspector I certification is valid for four (4) years from the date of issuance. To maintain certification, individuals must complete a minimum of 54 hours of approved Continuing Education (CEUs) during each four-year renewal cycle and submit the required renewal application in accordance with Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training requirements.

REQUIRED COURSES

Codes and Standards BFST/ATPC 1510 Course in Florida

ATPC1510 Codes and Standards

45 Hour Course (Traditional/Instructor-Led).

$250.00
Construction Documents and Plans Review BFST/ATPC 2521 course in Florida

ATPC2521 Construction Documents and Plans Review

45 Hour Course (traditional/instructor-led).

$250.00
Fire Prevention Practices BFST/ATPC 1505 Inspector Course in Florida.

ATPC1505 Fire Prevention Practices

45 Hour Course. (Traditional/Instructor-Led)

$250.00
Private Fire Protection Systems I Course ATPC1540 – Florida Fire Inspector training

ATPC1540 Private Fire Protection Systems I

45 Hour Course (traditional/instructor-led).

$250.00
Building Construction Course ATPC2120 – Florida Fire Inspector Training

ATPC2120 Building Construction

45 Hour Course (traditional/instructor-led).

$250.00

INDEPENDENT/SELF-PACED COURSES

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Fire Inspector Refresher NFPA 1 and 101.

NEED A REFRESHER?

Need a refresher of navigating the Florida Fire Prevention code book before taking your state exam?

Are you on the job and need to re-visit navigating the book and it’s updates?

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Fire Inspector Certification Courses- For Inspector 2

FIRE INSPECTOR 2

3 Required Courses

Build on your Fire Inspector I certification with advanced training in fire chemistry, fire protection systems, and regulatory compliance.

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FIRE INVESTIGATOR

8 Required Courses

Determine origin and cause with professional fire investigation training.

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Fire Officer Certification Course

FIRE OFFICER 1

4 Required Courses

Build the leadership, tactical, and instructional skills needed to supervise fire companies and lead emergency operations with confidence.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

No. You do not have to be a firefighter to enroll in the Fire Inspector I courses or pursue certification as a Fire Safety Inspector.

Fire inspection is a career path within the fire prevention field and does not require you to first become a certified firefighter.

Yes. You may begin taking the required Fire Inspector I courses even if you are not currently employed in the fire service.

The courses are designed to provide the knowledge needed to begin developing your understanding of fire prevention, inspection, codes, and related responsibilities.

FireTRAQ is the State of Florida’s system used to maintain fire service training, certification, and student records.

You will need a FireTRAQ student profile and Student ID as you complete your Fire Inspector I training and proceed through the State’s certification and examination process.

Create or access your FireTRAQ account

Yes. After you successfully complete the course, Embers Edge will report your course completion to your state training record in FireTRAQ.

The textbooks and reference materials listed for the Fire Inspector I courses are recommended to support your learning and preparation.

If you are able to borrow the required or recommended books, that may be a good option rather than purchasing every book.

Fire Inspector I Book List:

Private Fire Protection Systems 1: Fire Protection Systems (3rd ed.); A. Maurice Jones, Jr. ISBN: 978-1284180138

Fire Prevention Practices: Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement(8th Edition) ISBN: 978-087939605-3

Building Construction: Building Construction Related to the Fire Service (4th ed.); IFSTA (2016) ISBN: 978-087939594-0

Codes and Standards: Florida Fire Prevention Code, 8th Edition (2021) ISBN 978-1-4559-3092-0
*Embers Edge has a limited number of code books available for students to share and reference while attending class. We also provide information for accessing a 14-day trial that can provide temporary access to the applicable code material during the course.

Construction Documents and Plans Review: Plans Examiner for Fire and Emergency Services, 2nd Edition (2016) Fire Protection Publications (IFSTA) ISBN: 978-087939608-4

No. The five required Fire Inspector I courses may be completed in any order. You may select the courses that best fit your schedule and complete the series at your own pace.

No. You may register for one course at a time. You do not need to purchase or register for the entire Fire Inspector I series at once.

This allows you to complete the five required courses according to your own schedule.

Our self-paced courses allow you to complete your coursework on your own schedule and at your own pace. Depending on the course, the online learning experience may include:

  • Course modules
  • Recorded lectures
  • Discussion boards
  • Quizzes
  • Assignments
  • Exams

The primary difference is that an instructor-led course provides live instruction, allowing you to interact with the instructor, ask questions, receive clarification, and discuss course material in real time.

Both formats cover the required course material, but the learning experience is different. Students who prefer direct interaction and real-time explanations may prefer an instructor-led course, while students who need greater scheduling flexibility may prefer the self-paced option.

Yes. You may choose the course format that works best for you when available.

For example, you may complete one Fire Inspector I course through a self-paced format and enroll in another as an instructor-led course. You are not required to complete all five courses using the same delivery method.

Once you have successfully completed all five required Fire Inspector I courses, your next step is to complete the fingerprinting and background check process required by the State of Florida.

You will need to schedule an approved fingerprinting appointment and submit your fingerprints for processing.

For Fingerprinting Instructions click here.

After scheduling your fingerprint appointment, you can begin the process of applying for your state examination through FireTRAQ.

No. Your completed Fire Inspector I courses will remain on your state training record and do not expire.

You are not required to take the state examination immediately after completing your five courses.

No. Once you have completed the required courses, you may apply for the state examination and schedule your examination when you are ready.

Your completed courses will remain on your state training record, so you do not have to take the examination immediately after finishing your final course.

Fingerprinting is part of the State of Florida’s background screening process associated with Fire Safety Inspector certification and examination eligibility.

After completing the required courses, you will need to follow the State’s fingerprinting requirements as part of your application process.

Please allow approximately two weeks for the State to receive and process your fingerprint results.

Once you are approved to test, you should receive an email from the State regarding your eligibility. You should also receive information from Pearson VUE with instructions for scheduling your examination.

If it has been more than two weeks and you have not received an update, you may contact the Florida State Fire College at 352-369-2800 for assistance.

You will apply for your examination through your FireTRAQ account.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide documentation confirming that you have scheduled or completed the required fingerprinting process.

After your application and background screening requirements have been processed, the State will notify you when you are approved to test.

Once your application has been processed and you are approved to test, you should receive notification from the FireTRAQ.

You should also receive an email from Pearson VUE with instructions for scheduling your examination.

Once the State has approved you to test, you will receive instructions from Pearson VUE for scheduling your examination.

You will be able to select an available examination date and testing location based on the options provided by Pearson VUE.

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