[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
FDNY S-95 Supervision of Fire Alarm
Systems Exam 2026/2027 | Updated Exam
Questions & Answers with Rationales
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
55 Questions 13 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 55 verified questions with detailed rationales covering fire alarm systems. Each item
pairs a question with the correct answer and a concise explanation of the underlying principle, making it
suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification prep.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Overview of Fire Alarm Systems Fundamental concepts and purposes of fire alarm systems. 5 Qs 9.1%
Types of Signals in Fire Alarm Different signal types utilized in fire alarm systems and their
Systems implications. 4 Qs 7.3%
Fire Alarm Control Panel Functions and controls related to the Fire Alarm Control Panel
Operations (FACP). 4 Qs 7.3%
Detector Technologies and Various types of detectors used in fire alarm systems and
Functions their detection mechanisms. 7 Qs 12.7%
Manual Pull Stations and Their Understanding the operation and significance of manual pull
Operation stations in fire alarms. 3 Qs 5.5%
Smoke Detection and Detection methods and management protocols for smoke
Management detection. 5 Qs 9.1%
Exploration of heat detectors and their operational
Heat Detection Systems characteristics. 3 Qs 5.5%
Understanding the role and function of carbon monoxide
Carbon Monoxide Detection detectors. 3 Qs 5.5%
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Devices used for audible and visual notifications during an
Alarm Notification Devices alarm. 3 Qs 5.5%
Protocols for maintaining alarm logs and records for fire alarm
Logging and Record Keeping systems. 7 Qs 12.7%
System Maintenance and Requirements for maintaining fire alarm systems and
Compliance ensuring compliance. 3 Qs 5.5%
Fire Classification and Understanding different classes of fires and appropriate
Extinguishing Methods extinguishing methods. 5 Qs 9.1%
Regulations and protocols regarding the maintenance of
Portable Fire Extinguishers portable fire extinguishers. 3 Qs 5.5%
Total Exam Coverage 13 Integrated Topic Modules 55 Qs 100.0%
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TOPIC 1: OVERVIEW OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
5 Questions • 9.1% of Exam • Fundamental concepts and purposes of fire alarm systems.
QUESTION 1
Primary Purpose of Fire Alarm Systems
Answer: On a premise is to warn tenants and transmit signals indicating a fire condition to the FDNY aka
Central station.
Rationale: Fire alarm systems are designed for life safety by providing early notification to occupants for evacuation and
automatically alerting emergency services, thereby minimizing property damage and potential loss of life. The key principle
tested is the dual function of fire alarm systems:
occupant notification and emergency response initiation.
QUESTION 2
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
Answer: Monitors inputs and controls output through various types of circuits.The Panel activates the
building audible and visual device connected to the fire alarm (horn/strobes)
Rationale: The Fire Alarm Control Panel acts as the central hub, processing signals from detection devices and initiating
responses like activating audible and visual alarms to alert occupants. This core function highlights the panel's role in fire
safety system management and occupant notification.
QUESTION 3
Three Types of Signals
Answer: Fire Alarm Signal, Supervisory Signals, and Trouble Signals.
Rationale: Fire alarm signals indicate a fire event, supervisory signals alert to abnormal conditions that could impair system
function, and trouble signals denote system malfunctions requiring immediate
attention. These three distinct categories are fundamental to the operational integrity and safety protocols of fire alarm
systems.
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FDNY S-95 Supervision of Fire Alarm
Systems Exam 2026/2027 | Updated Exam
Questions & Answers with Rationales
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
55 Questions 13 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 55 verified questions with detailed rationales covering fire alarm systems. Each item
pairs a question with the correct answer and a concise explanation of the underlying principle, making it
suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification prep.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Overview of Fire Alarm Systems Fundamental concepts and purposes of fire alarm systems. 5 Qs 9.1%
Types of Signals in Fire Alarm Different signal types utilized in fire alarm systems and their
Systems implications. 4 Qs 7.3%
Fire Alarm Control Panel Functions and controls related to the Fire Alarm Control Panel
Operations (FACP). 4 Qs 7.3%
Detector Technologies and Various types of detectors used in fire alarm systems and
Functions their detection mechanisms. 7 Qs 12.7%
Manual Pull Stations and Their Understanding the operation and significance of manual pull
Operation stations in fire alarms. 3 Qs 5.5%
Smoke Detection and Detection methods and management protocols for smoke
Management detection. 5 Qs 9.1%
Exploration of heat detectors and their operational
Heat Detection Systems characteristics. 3 Qs 5.5%
Understanding the role and function of carbon monoxide
Carbon Monoxide Detection detectors. 3 Qs 5.5%
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Devices used for audible and visual notifications during an
Alarm Notification Devices alarm. 3 Qs 5.5%
Protocols for maintaining alarm logs and records for fire alarm
Logging and Record Keeping systems. 7 Qs 12.7%
System Maintenance and Requirements for maintaining fire alarm systems and
Compliance ensuring compliance. 3 Qs 5.5%
Fire Classification and Understanding different classes of fires and appropriate
Extinguishing Methods extinguishing methods. 5 Qs 9.1%
Regulations and protocols regarding the maintenance of
Portable Fire Extinguishers portable fire extinguishers. 3 Qs 5.5%
Total Exam Coverage 13 Integrated Topic Modules 55 Qs 100.0%
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TOPIC 1: OVERVIEW OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
5 Questions • 9.1% of Exam • Fundamental concepts and purposes of fire alarm systems.
QUESTION 1
Primary Purpose of Fire Alarm Systems
Answer: On a premise is to warn tenants and transmit signals indicating a fire condition to the FDNY aka
Central station.
Rationale: Fire alarm systems are designed for life safety by providing early notification to occupants for evacuation and
automatically alerting emergency services, thereby minimizing property damage and potential loss of life. The key principle
tested is the dual function of fire alarm systems:
occupant notification and emergency response initiation.
QUESTION 2
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
Answer: Monitors inputs and controls output through various types of circuits.The Panel activates the
building audible and visual device connected to the fire alarm (horn/strobes)
Rationale: The Fire Alarm Control Panel acts as the central hub, processing signals from detection devices and initiating
responses like activating audible and visual alarms to alert occupants. This core function highlights the panel's role in fire
safety system management and occupant notification.
QUESTION 3
Three Types of Signals
Answer: Fire Alarm Signal, Supervisory Signals, and Trouble Signals.
Rationale: Fire alarm signals indicate a fire event, supervisory signals alert to abnormal conditions that could impair system
function, and trouble signals denote system malfunctions requiring immediate
attention. These three distinct categories are fundamental to the operational integrity and safety protocols of fire alarm
systems.
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