TCFP Firefighter Chapters 26-28 Test 2023 with 100% correct answers

TCFP Firefighter Chapters 26-28 Test
2023

In a preaction sprinkler system, what must happen before water will flow?

Select one:

A. The alarm condition must persist for a set time

B. An alarm initiating device must be activated

C. The dry-pipe valve must close

D. System water pressure must drop - ANSWER-B. An alarm initiating device must be activated



Where is a main sprinkler system valve usually installed?

Select one:

A. On the main riser, below the water supply control valve

B. Outside the building, coming up out of the ground on a post

C. Near the FDC

D. On the main riser, above the water supply control valve - ANSWER-D. On the main riser, above the
water supply control valve



Which class of standpipe is intended for fire department use only?

Select one:

A. III

B. II

C. I

D. IV - ANSWER-C. I



Which is a distinguishing feature of old-style sprinkler heads?

Select one:

A. All heads are of the pendant type

,B. Only a few activation temperatures are available

C. The heads are highly sensitive to pressure fluctuation

D. The discharge pattern directs some water onto the ceiling - ANSWER-D. The discharge pattern directs
some water onto the ceiling



Which is a function of a sprinkler head?

Select one:

A. Detect smoke or fumes

B. Activate the fire alarm system

C. Report any trouble in the system

D. Auto-restore when the fire is out - ANSWER-B. Activate the fire alarm system



Which is a typical temperature rating for a sprinkler head in a light-hazard occupancy such as an office
building?

Select one:

A. 225°F (107°C)

B. 205°F (96°C)

C. 185°F (85°C)

D. 165°F (74°C) - ANSWER-D. 165°F (74°C)



Which is the preferred water source for a sprinkler system?

Select one:

A. An elevated storage tank

B. A private fire protection supply system

C. A municipal water system

D. A dedicated static supply - ANSWER-C. A municipal water system



Which sprinkler head mechanism uses a liquid-filled glass capsule to hold the cap in place?

Select one:

,A. Liquid capsule

B. Frangible bulb

C. Chemical pellet

D. Fusible device - ANSWER-B. Frangible bulb



Which type of facility monitors alarms systems located at multiple facilities?

Select one:

A. Protected premises control center

B. Central station

C. Remote alarm receiving center

D. Supervising alarm center - ANSWER-B. Central station



Which type of fire alarm annunciation system identifies the zone in which the alarm was initiated audible
or visual signals?

Select one:

A. Individual

B. Addressable

C. Coded

D. Master - ANSWER-C. Coded



A fire department pumper can supplement a sprinkler system water supply through the:

Select one:

A. Class I standpipe.

B. APV.

C. FDC.

D. OS&Y. - ANSWER-C. FDC.



According to NFPA 72, which type of alarm is caused by improper installation of an alarm system?

Select one:

, A. Trouble

B. Nuisance

C. False

D. Unwanted - ANSWER-B. Nuisance



According to NFPA 72, which type of alarm occurs when an activation of a fire alarm is not the result of a
potentially hazardous condition?

Select one:

A. Trouble

B. Tamper

C. False

D. Nuisance - ANSWER-D. Nuisance



According to the NFPA, a smoke alarm should be replaced after _____ years from the date of
manufacture

Select one:

A. 3

B. 7

C. 5

D. 10 - ANSWER-D. 10



All of the following are standard sprinkler head mounting positions except one. Choose the exception.

Select one:

A. Sidewall

B. Branch

C. Pendent

D. Upright - ANSWER-B. Branch



Closing the __________ valve is a method of shutting down the flow of water in a sprinkler system.