S13 Standpipe Test Questions With Correct Answers| 100% Solved| Grade A+

S13 Standpipe Test Questions With Correct Answers| 100% Solved| Grade A+ Automatic Standpipe System A standpipe system that is attached to a water supply capable of supplying the system demand at all times and that requires no action other than opening a hose valve to provide water at hose connections. Auxiliary water supply supplementary source of water for a standpipe and/or sprinkler system. Control Valve A valve controlling flow to water-based fire protection systems. Control valves do not include hose valves, inspector's test valves, drain valves, trim valves for dry pipe, pre-action and deluge valves, check valves, or relief valves. Branch line A pipe system, generally in a horizontal plane, connecting not more than one hose connection with a standpipe. Deficiency A condition in which the application of the component is not within its designed limits or specifications. Fire Hose Outlet and Release Rack A water supply control valve intended to be operated by actuation of an automatic detection system that is installed in the same area as the discharge devices. Each deluge valve is intended to be capable of automatic and manual operation. Deluge systems are suitable for hazardous occupancies. This includes buildings in which flammable liquids or other hazardous materials are handled or stored. Discharge Device A device designed to discharge water or foam-water solution in a predetermined, fixed, or adjustable pattern. Examples include, but are not limited to, sprinklers, spray nozzles, and hose nozzles. Dry Standpipe A standpipe system designed to have piping contain water only when the system is being utilized (No automatic water supply.) Dunnage Rooftop dunnage involves designing a raised series of beams (usually steel) bearing on posts or bearing walls to support mechanical equipment (usually on a roof top). Fire Department Connection A connection , normally on the exterior of the building, through which the fire department can pump supplemental water into the sprinkler system, standpipe, or other system furnishing water for fire extinguishment to supplement existing water supplies. (Formerly know as Siamese connection.