LEVEL 1 - ELECTRONIC SECURITY TECHNICIAN EXAM
2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. If a new alarm system is being installed in a building that already has
Ethernet cabling, what would be a significant benefit of using PoE for
this installation?
Higher energy consumption compared to traditional systems.
Reduced installation time and cost due to existing cabling.
Increased complexity in wiring due to additional power lines.
Incompatibility with existing alarm components.
2. What is the most recent fire prevention code name for the standard
audio pattern produced by an alarm notification appliance?
Stutter tone
5-5-5 bell pattern
Temporal-3 pattern
Klaxon horn
3. If a building's smoke alarm system is not properly installed, what
potential consequences could arise during a fire emergency?
Enhanced electrical safety
Delayed response to fire and increased risk of injury or loss of
life
Reduced installation costs
Improved fire detection capabilities
4. Describe the purpose of using 1-way screws in the context of conduit
boxes or junction boxes as per UL 68(1).
, 1-way screws are used to prevent unauthorized access to the
electrical components within conduit boxes or junction boxes.
1-way screws are used to improve the conductivity of electrical
connections.
1-way screws are used to enhance the aesthetic appearance of
the boxes.
1-way screws are used to increase the weight of the boxes.
5. What technology did the first alarm systems primarily use?
Electromagnetic technology
Mechanical technology
Digital technology
Optical technology
6. Two cells of 1.5 Volts each are connected together to obtain 3 volts. The
cells are connected:
Parallel aiding.
Series opposing.
Parallel opposing.
Series aiding.
7. Describe how connecting batteries in series affects the total voltage
supplied to a circuit.
Connecting batteries in series keeps the voltage the same as one
battery.
Connecting batteries in series decreases the total voltage
supplied.
Connecting batteries in series adds their voltages together,
, resulting in a higher total voltage.
Connecting batteries in series creates a short circuit.
8. What type of sensors are specifically designed to detect glass
breakage?
Motion detectors
Smoke alarms
Glass break sensors
Heat detectors
9. Describe how a biometric reader functions in the context of access
control systems.
A biometric reader requires a physical key for access.
A biometric reader identifies individuals based on unique
physical characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial
recognition, to grant access.
A biometric reader uses passwords to authenticate users.
A biometric reader scans barcodes for entry.
10. If an alarm panel is receiving AC voltage but requires DC voltage for
operation, what component should be used to ensure proper
functionality?
Capacitor
Rectifier
Transformer
Resistor
11. If an alarm system relies solely on infrared cameras without illuminators
, in a poorly lit area, what potential issue might arise?
Reduced image clarity
Increased battery life
Enhanced color detection
Improved sound detection
12. Describe the significance of resistance in a series circuit and how it
affects the overall circuit performance.
Resistance in a series circuit is irrelevant to circuit performance.
Resistance in a series circuit affects the total voltage drop and
current flow, as it adds up across all components.
Resistance in a series circuit only affects the voltage, not the
current.
Resistance in a series circuit decreases the overall power
consumption.
13. If a building has installed fire-warning equipment but lacks a practiced
escape plan, what potential risk does this pose during a fire
emergency?
The building will not meet electrical standards.
Individuals may not know how to evacuate safely.
The fire-warning equipment will malfunction.
There will be no fire hazards present.
14. Describe the role of a rectifier in an alarm panel and its importance in
the system.
A rectifier stores energy for backup power in case of failure.
2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. If a new alarm system is being installed in a building that already has
Ethernet cabling, what would be a significant benefit of using PoE for
this installation?
Higher energy consumption compared to traditional systems.
Reduced installation time and cost due to existing cabling.
Increased complexity in wiring due to additional power lines.
Incompatibility with existing alarm components.
2. What is the most recent fire prevention code name for the standard
audio pattern produced by an alarm notification appliance?
Stutter tone
5-5-5 bell pattern
Temporal-3 pattern
Klaxon horn
3. If a building's smoke alarm system is not properly installed, what
potential consequences could arise during a fire emergency?
Enhanced electrical safety
Delayed response to fire and increased risk of injury or loss of
life
Reduced installation costs
Improved fire detection capabilities
4. Describe the purpose of using 1-way screws in the context of conduit
boxes or junction boxes as per UL 68(1).
, 1-way screws are used to prevent unauthorized access to the
electrical components within conduit boxes or junction boxes.
1-way screws are used to improve the conductivity of electrical
connections.
1-way screws are used to enhance the aesthetic appearance of
the boxes.
1-way screws are used to increase the weight of the boxes.
5. What technology did the first alarm systems primarily use?
Electromagnetic technology
Mechanical technology
Digital technology
Optical technology
6. Two cells of 1.5 Volts each are connected together to obtain 3 volts. The
cells are connected:
Parallel aiding.
Series opposing.
Parallel opposing.
Series aiding.
7. Describe how connecting batteries in series affects the total voltage
supplied to a circuit.
Connecting batteries in series keeps the voltage the same as one
battery.
Connecting batteries in series decreases the total voltage
supplied.
Connecting batteries in series adds their voltages together,
, resulting in a higher total voltage.
Connecting batteries in series creates a short circuit.
8. What type of sensors are specifically designed to detect glass
breakage?
Motion detectors
Smoke alarms
Glass break sensors
Heat detectors
9. Describe how a biometric reader functions in the context of access
control systems.
A biometric reader requires a physical key for access.
A biometric reader identifies individuals based on unique
physical characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial
recognition, to grant access.
A biometric reader uses passwords to authenticate users.
A biometric reader scans barcodes for entry.
10. If an alarm panel is receiving AC voltage but requires DC voltage for
operation, what component should be used to ensure proper
functionality?
Capacitor
Rectifier
Transformer
Resistor
11. If an alarm system relies solely on infrared cameras without illuminators
, in a poorly lit area, what potential issue might arise?
Reduced image clarity
Increased battery life
Enhanced color detection
Improved sound detection
12. Describe the significance of resistance in a series circuit and how it
affects the overall circuit performance.
Resistance in a series circuit is irrelevant to circuit performance.
Resistance in a series circuit affects the total voltage drop and
current flow, as it adds up across all components.
Resistance in a series circuit only affects the voltage, not the
current.
Resistance in a series circuit decreases the overall power
consumption.
13. If a building has installed fire-warning equipment but lacks a practiced
escape plan, what potential risk does this pose during a fire
emergency?
The building will not meet electrical standards.
Individuals may not know how to evacuate safely.
The fire-warning equipment will malfunction.
There will be no fire hazards present.
14. Describe the role of a rectifier in an alarm panel and its importance in
the system.
A rectifier stores energy for backup power in case of failure.
