FDNY S-57 CERTIFICATION EXAM:
SUPERVISION OF FIRE ALARM
SYSTEMS QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS JUST RELEASED
1. Which signal is initiated when a system component or its circuit is in a fault condition?
A. Alarm Signal
B. Supervisory Signal
C. Trouble Signal
D. Priority Signal
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: A trouble signal indicates a fault, such as a broken wire or loss of
power, within the fire alarm system circuitry.
2. How many years must the fire alarm logbook be kept on the premises and be available for
FDNY inspection?
A. 1 year
B. 3 years
C. 2 years
D. 5 years
,Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: According to FDNY regulations, the logbook must be maintained
on-site for a minimum of 3 years from the date of the last entry.
3. What type of signal is generated when a sprinkler valve is closed?
A. Supervisory Signal
B. Alarm Signal
C. Trouble Signal
D. Monitor Signal
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Supervisory signals indicate that a system or device is in an
abnormal condition but not necessarily an emergency (e.g., a valve is closed or a tank is
low).
4. A Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) must have at least how many power sources?
A. 1
B. 4
C. 3
D. 2
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: The NFPA and NYC code require a primary (AC) and a secondary
(DC battery or generator) power source for the FACP.
5. In the event of an ‘Alarm Signal’, the S-57 Certificate of Fitness holder must first:
A. Reset the fire alarm panel
B. Call the building owner
C. Silence the alarm immediately
D. Ensure the Central Station has notified the FDNY
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The priority in an alarm event is ensuring the FDNY has been
dispatched, usually via the Central Station monitoring the system.
6. What is the required frequency for a functional test of a manual pull station?
A. Daily
B. Monthly
C. Annually
D. Semi-annually
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: While visual inspections might be more frequent, a full
functional test of manual pull stations is generally required annually.
SUPERVISION OF FIRE ALARM
SYSTEMS QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS JUST RELEASED
1. Which signal is initiated when a system component or its circuit is in a fault condition?
A. Alarm Signal
B. Supervisory Signal
C. Trouble Signal
D. Priority Signal
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: A trouble signal indicates a fault, such as a broken wire or loss of
power, within the fire alarm system circuitry.
2. How many years must the fire alarm logbook be kept on the premises and be available for
FDNY inspection?
A. 1 year
B. 3 years
C. 2 years
D. 5 years
,Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: According to FDNY regulations, the logbook must be maintained
on-site for a minimum of 3 years from the date of the last entry.
3. What type of signal is generated when a sprinkler valve is closed?
A. Supervisory Signal
B. Alarm Signal
C. Trouble Signal
D. Monitor Signal
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Supervisory signals indicate that a system or device is in an
abnormal condition but not necessarily an emergency (e.g., a valve is closed or a tank is
low).
4. A Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) must have at least how many power sources?
A. 1
B. 4
C. 3
D. 2
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: The NFPA and NYC code require a primary (AC) and a secondary
(DC battery or generator) power source for the FACP.
5. In the event of an ‘Alarm Signal’, the S-57 Certificate of Fitness holder must first:
A. Reset the fire alarm panel
B. Call the building owner
C. Silence the alarm immediately
D. Ensure the Central Station has notified the FDNY
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The priority in an alarm event is ensuring the FDNY has been
dispatched, usually via the Central Station monitoring the system.
6. What is the required frequency for a functional test of a manual pull station?
A. Daily
B. Monthly
C. Annually
D. Semi-annually
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: While visual inspections might be more frequent, a full
functional test of manual pull stations is generally required annually.
