NICET Level IV Design · Connecticut
Fire Alarm Design & Consulting in Connecticut
Titan's fire alarm design service is led by Joseph Montuori, NICET Level IV Senior Engineering Technician with over 17 years of Connecticut fire alarm experience. We deliver code-compliant drawings, voltage-drop and battery calculations, sequence of operations, and AHJ submittal packages formatted exactly the way your local fire marshal expects. Joseph is widely respected by Connecticut fire marshals, electrical contractors, and architectural and MEP firms. Our pre-inspection diligence has earned a record we're proud of: we have never failed a Certificate of Occupancy. Your project commissions on time.
What's Included
- Code-compliant fire alarm system drawings — full plan-and-detail set with NFPA 170 symbology, riser diagrams, and device schedules
- Voltage-drop & battery calculations — NFPA 72 chapter 23 calculations covering primary and secondary power sources and notification appliance circuits
- Sequence of operations — written narrative covering every input and output for AHJ review and post-install programming
- Equipment cut-sheet package — UL listings, manufacturer data sheets, and accessory documentation
- AHJ submittal coordination — we file directly with your local Connecticut fire marshal and manage revision rounds
- Code consulting — written code analysis for occupancy changes, tenant fit-outs, and AHJ findings
- Existing-system reverse engineering — for upgrades and replacements where original drawings are unavailable
Our Process
- Initial consultation. A phone call, zoom meeting and a site walk to evaluate the project scope. and clarify AHJ expectations. Joe usually does this himself to transer a structured project system to our staff & technicians for efficiency.
- Site walk & existing-conditions survey. For renovations and upgrades, we document the existing system device-by-device. For new construction, we coordinate with the arch & MEP code compliant drawings and the GC's Gantt and the CPM schedule.
- Design draft. AutoCAD plans, riser diagrams, calculations, and sequence of operations — reviewed internally before anything goes to the AHJ.
- AHJ submittal. Filed in the format your Connecticut fire marshal expects, with cover letter and code references. We manage every revision round directly.
- Approval & handoff. Final approved drawings delivered to you, the installer, and (when applicable) the GC and architect. Drawings are AHJ-ready whether Titan or another contractor performs the install.
See the design process in detail.
Drawing-set walkthrough, sample plans, and a deep look at the Titan design philosophy — on our dedicated Design Process page.
Why Titan for Design & Consulting
- Senior NICET-certified design on staff. Joe Montuori produces shop drawings and fire alarm design packages to the standard Connecticut fire marshals expect — every set, every project.
- Connecticut-only focus. We don't cross state lines. Your designer knows the Connecticut amendments, the local AHJs, and the format every CT fire marshal expects.
- AHJ-ready drawings, every time. Code citations, NFPA 170 symbology, full calculations — nothing left for the AHJ to question.
- Code consulting available without an install commitment. Property managers, architects, and GCs hire us regularly for design-only work.
- Single point of accountability. When design and install happen under one Titan project number, there's no finger-pointing during commissioning.
- CT State License #3274113.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NICET Level IV mean for my project?
NICET Level IV is the senior tier of the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies fire alarm program — the credential trusted by fire marshals nationwide for fire alarm system design.
It's not a class you take. To earn Level IV, a candidate must:
- Accumulate 10 years of fire detection and signaling experience, with at least 45 months specifically in fire alarm systems
- Pass four cumulative written exams (Levels I, II, III, and IV)
- Document and submit verified work history covering their full career, with no gaps
- Submit a Major Project Write-up — a narrative documenting senior-level responsibility on a recent, substantially complex fire alarm system project — completed within the past four years
- Obtain a personal recommendation from a supervisor verifying senior engineering technician responsibilities
- Demonstrate at least 24 months of project management oversight of fire alarm systems
And it doesn't end there. Level IV must be renewed every three years, requiring 90 Continuing Professional Development credits per renewal cycle — meaning the credential reflects current code knowledge, not just past achievement.
Joseph Montuori, our founding member, signs every Titan fire alarm design package under this credential. NICET Level IV is distinct from a Professional Engineer (PE) license — NICET certifies senior-level fire alarm engineering technicians, while PE licensure governs the broader engineering profession.
Will Titan handle AHJ submittal and approval?
Yes. Our fire alarm submittal packages are formatted to the standards your local Connecticut fire marshal expects, including code-cited drawings, sequence of operations, voltage-drop and battery calculations, NFPA 170 symbology, and equipment cut sheets. We coordinate directly with the AHJ through approval and revision rounds.
Can I hire Titan for design only, with another contractor doing the install?
Yes. Property managers, GCs, and architects regularly hire us for fire alarm design and code consulting only. The drawings are signed under our NICET Level IV credential and are AHJ-ready, regardless of who installs the system. We're glad to answer installer questions during the build.
Do you do code consulting for occupancy changes or renovations?
Yes. When a building's occupancy use group changes or a tenant fit-out triggers a fire alarm or sprinkler scope review, we provide written code analysis and draft AHJ correspondence on your behalf.
How long does fire alarm design take?
It depends on building size, occupancy complexity, and AHJ review backlog. A typical commercial submittal package is 2-4 weeks from site walk to first AHJ submission, then 1-3 weeks per review round. We provide a written timeline at quote, including target submittal date and expected revision cycles. Expidited services are availible.