Which advantage is associated with using a dedicated smoke control system?
the system is less likely to be affected by modification of other building systems
Which protected type of protected premises alarm system enables responders to identify the general location of alarm activation?
zoned/annunciated alarm
Which type of supervising station alarm system is connected to a municipal fire alarm system?
auxiliary alarm system
which is an advantage associated with using a nondedicated smoke control system?
less chance of component failure due to regular sue and maintenance
How does the exhaust method control smoke?
uses mechanical ventilation and the properties of smoke to collect smoke at the highest point in a large space
Which advantage is associated with using dedicated smoke control systems?
operation and control are simpler than other systems
In which type of sprinkler orientation is all but the threaded shank of a sprinkler contained in a housing within the ceiling?
recessed
In which type of alarm system is the control panel NOT capable of identifying the initiating device triggering alarm?
noncoded alarm
True or False: residential sprinkler systems are less sensitive than standard systems and activate at higher temperatures.
False
How are remote receiving systems connected to the emergency TELEcommunications center?
a telephone line or dedicated radio frequency
What is the primary function of the sprinkler deflectors on most modern systems?
direct water flow downward
What is the primary fundtion of the fire command center (like a fire alarm)?
consolidate all fire protection system controls for a structure in one room
What is the purpose of a sprinkler SYSTEM's alarm test valve?
to simulate actuation of the (entire) sprinkler system
Which type of inlet is typically found on the FDC of a structure's sprinkler system (gender and size)?
2 2.5 females
Which class of standpipe system is equipped with a 1and a half inch hose and LIGHTWEIGHT twist-type shutoff nozzle stored on a hose rack system?
Class II
Which sprinkler system operating valve is equipped with the same size orifice as a sprinkler and is used to simulate the actuation of ONE sprinkler?
inspector's test valve
Which heat detector uses TWO metals, one which expands faster than the other when heated, to break a circuit and send a signal to the fire alarm control panel?
bimetallic detector
Where is the opposed air flow method of smoke control typically used?
large spaces where smoke migration is limited by opposed air flow, such as subway and railroad tunnels
In which type of standpipe system is water admitted to the system when a hose valve is opened?
an automatic dry system
Which type of smoke control system or method uses mechanical ventilation along with the properties of smoke to collect smoke at the highest point in a large space?
exhaust
Which type of sprinkler system uses pressurized air or nitrogen in place of water in the sprinklers above a valve?
dry-pipe system
Which type of standpipe system contains water only when water is supplied through the FDC?
manual dry
True or False: in many cases, the water supply for sprinkler systems is designed to supply only a portion of the sprinklers installed in the system.
true
which RATE-OF-RISE detector uses self-contained PNEUMATIC sensors to monitor SPECIFIC locations?
pneumatic rate-of-rise spot detector
Which activation method will trigger fixed-temperature heat detectors?
melting of heated material
Which type of photoelectric smoke dtector focuses a beam of light across the monitored area into a cell and initiates an alarm when the beam is obscured?
projected-beam smoke detector
Who monitors a central station alarm system?
a contracted service
Which sprinkler system component is a vertical pipe to which a one-way check valve, alarm valve, and main drain are attached?
riser
What is the main control valve of a sprinkler system used for?
stop supplying water to the system
Which sprinkler release mechanism has a valve cap held in place by a small piece of solder that melts to release pressure and open the valve?
chemical pellet
What is the function of a retard chamber?
catches excess water sent durin momentary water pressure surges
Which type of supervising station alarm system is an extension of the municipal circuit into protected property?
shunt system
What must be contained in a sprinkler storage cabinet that is in compliance with NFPA 13?
6 sprinklers and 1 sprinkler wrench
What is the minimum capacity required of a fire department pumper supplying a sprinkler FDC?
1000 gpm
Whihc type of protected premises alarm system allows responders to pinpoint the SPECIFIC initiating device that was activated?
addressable alarm