221 Test 2 Fire Sprinkler Systems with complete solution 2023 graded A+

221 Test 2 Fire Sprinkler Systems with complete solution 2023 graded A+sprinkler system - correct answer For fire protection purposes, an integrated system of underground and overhead piping designed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards. The installation includes at least one automatic water supply that supplies one or more systems. The portion of the sprinkler system above ground is a network of specially sized or hydraulically designed piping installed in a building, structure, or area, generally overhead, and to which sprinklers are attached in a systematic pattern. Each system has a control valve located in the system riser or its supply piping. Each sprinkler system includes a device for actuating an alarm when the system is in operation. The system is usually activated by heat from a fire and discharges water over the fire area Name 4 sprinkler system characteristics - correct answer 1. Automatic 2. Thermally Activated 3. distributes water to fire 4. Controls the fire Name some Benefits of Automatic Sprinkler Systems - correct answer 1. Minimizes Damage 2. Reduce Business Interruption 3. life Safety 4. Building Design Flexibility 5. Insurance premiums Sprinkler heads have three 'placement' types. Name them!! - correct answer Upright-Above bench lines pendant-below bench lines Sidewall-Wall mount and sideways flow What determines sprinkler head coverage? - correct answer 1. Hazard Classifications