S13 Standpipe Test Questions with Verified Answers Updated.

S13 Standpipe Test Questions with Verified
Answers Updated
Question 1
Standpipe must be installed when a building has more than __ feet above grade
Correct Answer
50



Question 2
Which option best describes a non-Critical Deficiency
Correct Answer
A deficiency that does not have an effect on the performance of the fire protection
system, but correction is needed for proper inspection,testing, and maintenance of
the systems.



Question 3
Pressure-Reducing Valve

Correct Answer
A valve designed for the purpose of reducing the downstream water pressure under
both flowing (residual) and non flowing (static) conditions.



Question 4
According to NFPA 5000 Standpipe must be installed when a building is more than ___
more stories above grade
Correct Answer
4




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,Question 5
Fire Hose
Correct Answer
A flexible conduit constructed with one or more reinforcements (Jackets), with or
without a coating or covering but with an approved nonpermeable lining, or with an
inner reinforcement between a protective cover and an approved nonpermeable
lining.



Question 6
Supervisory signal
Correct Answer
signal indicating the need for action in connection with the supervision of guard
tours, fire extinguishing systems or equipment, fire alarm systems or the
maintenance features of related systems.



Question 7
Hose Connection
Correct Answer
a combination of equipment provided for connection of a hose to the standpipe
system that includes a hose valve with a threaded outlet.



Question 8
Hose Station
Correct Answer
a combination of a hose rack, hose nozzle, hose, and hose connection.



Question 9
the minimum time for the system to reach the systems demands in a standpipe
system is ___ minutes.
Correct Answer
30




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,Question 10
Roof Manifold
Correct Answer
Used when extinguishing fires on the roof or to test the water flow in the standpipe.



Question 11
Hoses with 1.5 inches in diameter must be
Correct Answer
Non collapsible or collapsible



Question 12
A Booster Hose is
Correct Answer
A non-collapsible hose used under positive pressure having an elastomeric or
thermoplastic tube, a braided or spiraled reinforcement, and an outer protective
cover.



Question 13
Dry Standpipe with No Permanent Water Supply (Manual Standpipe)
Correct Answer
Standpipe system that relies exclusively on the fire department connection to
supply the system demand.



Question 14
Roof Manifolds are equipped with 3 ___
Correct Answer
2 1/2 inch hose outlets




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, Question 15
Which best describes the term flushing:
Correct Answer
The removal of dirt,sediment and debris in a standpipe.



Question 16
Water Supply
Correct Answer
A source of water that provides the flows and pressures required by the water-
based fire protection system.



Question 17
The hose at each outlet shall be kept upon the hose firmly supported between _ to _
above the floor or landing
Correct Answer
5 to 6 feet



Question 18
In Storage
Correct Answer
A hose that is not readily available for use because it is not at the scene of an
incident and not loaded on a vehicle that can transport it to the scene.



Question 19
Wet Standpipe System
Correct Answer
A standpipe system having piping containing water at all times.




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