DECODED: HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE
QUESTIONS – A+ STANDARD (2026/2027)
What is the proper footwear for ladder usage? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Non slip footwear
How far away from a ceiling fan must the fire alarm be placed? -
THE CORRECT ANSWER-3 feet or 36"
How often do fire alarms need to be replaced from date of
manufacturer? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-10 Years
In what instance can a T-branch/splice be used in adding a fire
alarm to existing power source? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-Never
acceptable
To whom must the copy of contract be given? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-The responsible party for the protected premises
In a local alarm system, what does the term "local" refer to? -
THE CORRECT ANSWER-A system which activates a risen and does
not automatically notify authorities
An ionization detector detects fire in what stage? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Incipient
, Acceptable audible notification appliances used in a security
system include: - THE CORRECT ANSWER-Self-contained sirens
How often do fire alarms need to be replaced f on date of
manufacture? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-10 years
In what instances can a T-branch/splice be used in adding a fire
alarm to an existing power source? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-Never
acceptable
To whom must the copy of the contract be given? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-The responsible party or protected premises
In a local alarm system, what does the term "local" refer to? -
THE CORRECT ANSWER-A system which activates a siren and does
not automatically notify authorities
An ionization detector detects fire in what stage? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Incipient
Acceptable audible notification appliances used in a security
system include - THE CORRECT ANSWER-Self contained sirens
What should the alarm system do if a door sensor is removed
for cleaning? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-Send a component specific
supervisory signal
What method does a pir use to detect - THE CORRECT ANSWER-
Change of climate