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Chapter 7: Fire Protection Systems
1.
Only multiple
‐
station smoke detectors are required by the codes to be
tied into the building's power source, but single
‐
station smoke
detectors are not.
A. True
B.
False
2.
The decision to use an automatic sprinkler system, fire detection
system, or smoke detection system is mostly
based on budgetary
concerns
.
A. True
B.
False
3.
The codes do not allow the connection of fire and smoke alarm
systems to the building's security system.
A. True
B.
False
4.
When a fire occurs, a detection system only detects the presence of
smoke.
A. True
B.
False
5.
An alarm can be activated both manually and automatically.
A.
True
B. False
6.
Manual fire alarms must typically be placed within 5 feet (1524 mm)
from the latch side of an exit door.
A.
True
B. False
7.
Fire extinguishers must be in a glass case mounted on the wall.
A. True
B.
False
8.
Most alarms must be audible and
VISIBLE
9.
When required in a Class A space, the codes typically require that no
occupant can be more than how many feet or millimeters from a fire
extinguisher?
-
75 feet
10.
Match each NFPA standard on the left with the number
designation shown on the right. Fill in the appropriate letter on the
lines shown.
D
Portable Fire Extinguishers
a.NFPA 70
E
National Fire Alarm Code and Signaling Code
b.NFPA 110
A
National Electrical Code
c.NFPA 12
F
Installation of Sprinkler Systems
d.NFPA 10
B
Emergency and Standby Power Systems
e.NFPA 72
G
Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols
f.NFPA 13
C
Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
g.NFPA 170
11.
What type of system directs occupants out of the building
during an emergency by verbal command?
A.
Emergency voice alarm communication system
B.
Accessible warning system
C.
Visual/audible alarm system
D.
a and c
12.
When specifying a visual alarm, which of the following are
regulated by the codes and the ADA Standards?
A. Height
B.
Color and intensity
C.
Flash rate and duration
D.
All of the above
13.
Which of the following is not considered a detection system?
A.
Smoke or heat detectors
B.
Manual fire alarms
C.
Firestops
D.
b and c
14.
Which of the following statements about detection systems is
correct?
A.
Smoke detectors should be located next to the intersection of a
wall or ceiling.
B.
If heat detectors are used, smoke detectors are not necessary for
accurate detection.
C.
Smoke detectors are especially effective in detecting smoldering
fires.
D.
All of the above are correct.
15.
Which of the following is not considered an alarm system?
A.
Accessible warning system
B.
Manual fire alarm
C.
Voice communication system
D.
Mass notification system
16.
Which of the following statements about an EVACS is not
correct?
A.
It provides direction to the occupants during an emergency.
B.
Its speaker locations are based on paging zones created within the
building.
C.
It is required in most occupancy classifications.
D.
It is similar to a public address system.
17.
Which class of standpipe is designed for use by building
occupants?
A.
Class I
B.
Class II
C.
Class III
D.
b and c
18.
Which of the following is not typically used by the codes to
determine if a standpipe is required in a building?
A.
The number of stories in the building
B.
The number of stairwells in the building
C.
A sprinkler system is located in the building
D.
The type of occupancy located in the building
19.
Which of the following would affect the need for a sprinkler
system?
A.
Building size
B.
Occupancy type
C.
Specific room use
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