Chapter 7 Quiz Questions

Which of the following is NOT typically allowed by the codes because a sprinkler system is provided? A. A reclassified occupancy type B. An increased travel distance C. A lower finish classification D. A lower fire resistance rating of a structural element

A. A reclassified occupancy type

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 system

A. Emergency voice alarm communication system

Which of the following sprinkler head orientations are available recessed and surface-mounted? A. Pendant and sidewall B. Upright and pendant C. Concealed and sidewall D. Upright and concealed

A. Pendant and sidewall

Which of the following specialty types of rooms or areas is the most likely to use a non-water-based fire extinguishing system? A. Restaurant kitchen B. Atrium C. Trash chute D. Boiler room

A. Restaurant kitchen

Which type of sprinkler system would typically be used where the system would be exposed to freezing temperatures? A. Wet pipe system B. Dry pipe system C. Deluge system D. Fast-response system

B. Dry pipe system

Which of the following statements about fire-related codes is NOT correct? A. They control building materials, such as ducts, wiring, and pipes B. Elements and devices required by fire-related codes not have to meet accessibility requirements of the ADA or ABA. C. They include provisions for fine protection and smoke protection

B. Elements and devices required by fire-related codes not have to meet accessibility requirements of the ADA or ABA.

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

B. Manual fire alarm

Which of the following is NOT a type of sprinkler head? A. Residential B. Pendant C. Large-drop D. Fast-response

B. Pendant

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 stair wells in the building C. A sprinkler system is located in the building D. The type of occupancy located in the building

B. The number of stair wells in the building

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

C.it is required in most occupancy classifications

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

D. All of the above

Which of the following would affect the need for a sprinkler system? A. Building size B. Occupancy type C. Specific room use D. All of the above

D. All of the above

Which class of standpipe is designed for use by building occupants? A. Class 1 B. Class 2 C. Class 3 D. B and C

D. B and C

What are the three components of an active fire protection system?

Detection, alarm, extinguishing system

What system indicates the existence of an emergency and provides information to occupants?

Emergency communication system

A heat detector in a fire protection system activates only is there is a rise in temperature in a certain area to indicate a fire.(True/False)

False

A manual fire alarm is only required when an automatic sprinkler system is not provided.(True/False)

False

Carbon monoxide detectors are only required in residential occupancies with dwelling and sleeping units.(True/False)

False

Fire detection systems recognized in the codes must be automatic.(True/False)

False

Fire extinguishers must be in a glass case mounted on the wall.(True/False)

False

If a fire alarm is activated on one floor, it will signal on all floors of the building to notify occupants of the fire.(True/False)

False

If an active fire protection is used, it must be installed throughout the building.(True/False)

False

What device is initiated by the detection of smoke, fire, heat, or a combination or a manual pole station?

Fire alarm

Although the most typical sign of fire is smoke, detection systems can be initiated by such as heat, gases released by combustion, changes in temperature, as well. What are these referred to as?

Fire signatures

What are two things that must be specified in a project to determine the type of portable extinguisher?

Occupancy and the anticipated type of fire

Smoke detectors are required in many commercial occupancies; smoke alarms are more common in residential occupancies.(True/False)

True

Class K fire extinguisher

Used in commercial kitchens

Class A fire extinguisher

Used in general usages, office, buildings, etc.

Class B fire extinguisher

Used in workshops, garage, and storage

What are three basic types of substances that fire extinguishers contain to put out a fire?

Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical agents

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 extinguishers?

75 feet

How much clearance is typically required below the head or deflector of a sprinkler? A. 12 inches B. 18 inches C. 24 inches D. 30 inches

B. 18 inches

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. (True/False)

False

The codes do not allow the connection of fire and smoke alarm systems to the building's security system.(True/False)

False

The decision to use an automatic sprinkler system, fire detection system, or smoke detection system is mostly based on budgetary concerns.(True/False)

False

When a fire occurs, a detection system only detects the presence of smoke.(True/False)

False

When provided, manual fire alarms must be available to all occupants.(True/False)

False

What system lets people know that there is an emergency other than a fire and provides real time information and instruction as to what to do?

Mass notification system

What alarm device is interconnected with a set of devices?

Multiple - station alarm

Manual Fire Alarms must typically be placed within 5 feet (1524 mm) from the latch side of an exit door.(True/False)

True

Which of the following is NOT considered a detection system? A. Smoke or heat detectors B. Manual fire alarms C. Fire stops

C. Fire stops

Which of the following statements about detection systems is correct? A. Smoke detectors should be located 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

C. Smoke detectors are especially effective in detecting smoldering fires

Most alarms must be audible and __________.

visual, visible

A detection system is required in all new buildings unless specifically exempted.(True/False)

True

A manual fire alarm will set off an alarm to notify the occupants of a problem; but it will not activate the extinguishing system.(True/False)

True

An alarm can be activated both manually and automatically.(True/False)

True

Automatic sprinkler systems are required in one- and two-family homes by the codes.(True/False)

True

What alarm device detects the fire and warns the occupants in the immediate area?

Single - station alarm

What device is essentially a smoke detector that both detects smoke and sets off an integral alarm as a self-contained device?

Smoke alarm

What is the most common active fire protection initiating device?

Smoke detector

More people are killed by the exposure to what rather than fire?

Smoke or toxic gases