CHAPTER 2 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEMS
PG. 26 - 44 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!!
,Fire detection and Alarm systems are typically designed and installed by qualified
individuals as determined by the?
Pg. 27 - ANSWER AHJ
The __________, __________, and __________ of the fire detection and alarm system
may also require acceptance testing by regulatory agencies before __________
buildings can be occupied or the system can be placed in service.
Pg. 27 - ANSWER - design, installation, and approval ; new buildings
A nationally recognized testing laboratory , such as __________, __________, or
__________, should test the components of a system to ensure operational reliability.
Pg. 27 - ANSWER UL, FM Global, or Intertek (ETL Listed Mark)
The main fire alarm system component that monitors equipment and circuits, receives
input signals from initiating devices, activities notification appliances, and transmits
signals offsite. (Formally known as Fire Alarm Control Panel)
Pg. 28 - ANSWER Fire Alarm Control Unit
Installation of the fire detection and alarm system components should conform to the
applicable provisions of:
NFPA __________, National Electrical Code
NFPA, __________, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Pg. 28 - ANSWER - NFPA 70
- NFPA 72
Basic components of a a fire detection system and alarm system are:
Pg. 28 - ANSWER - FACU
- Primary power supply
- Secondary power supply
- Initiating devices
- Notifications
, The fire alarm control unit, contains the electronics that supervise and monitor the
integrity of the wiring and components of the fire alarm. The FACU basically serves as
the brain for the alarm system. What does it do?
Pg. 28 - ANSWER It receives signals from alarm initiating devices, processes the
signals, and produces output signals that activate audible and visible appliances and
transmit signals to an off site monitoring station when provided.
What is connected directly into the FACU?
From the FACU, public address messages and mass notifications can be accomplished
through?
Pg. 29 - ANSWER pre-recorded evac message or independent voice communications
The primary electrical power supply usually is obtained from the building's main power
connection to the local utility provider. In rare instances electrical service is unavailable
or unreliable, what can provide the primary power supply?
Pg. 29 - ANSWER engine driven generator
If an engine driven generator is used, either a trained operator must be on duty
__________ a day or the system must contain __________. One of these generators
must always be set for automatic starting.
Pg. 29 - ANSWER 24 hours or multiple engine driven generators.
The FACU must __________ the primary power supply and activate a __________ if
the power is interrupted.
Pg. 29 - ANSWER supervise ; trouble signal
A secondary power supply must be provided for all fire alarm systems. This requirement
is done to ensure that the system will be operational even if?
Pg. 29 - ANSWER main power supply fails
The __________ must be capable of providing normal, standby conditions (non-alarm)
capacity and power to fully operate an alarm condition for the required duration. The
time requirements for secondary power operation capabilities vary and can be found in
NFPA 72.
PG. 26 - 44 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!!
,Fire detection and Alarm systems are typically designed and installed by qualified
individuals as determined by the?
Pg. 27 - ANSWER AHJ
The __________, __________, and __________ of the fire detection and alarm system
may also require acceptance testing by regulatory agencies before __________
buildings can be occupied or the system can be placed in service.
Pg. 27 - ANSWER - design, installation, and approval ; new buildings
A nationally recognized testing laboratory , such as __________, __________, or
__________, should test the components of a system to ensure operational reliability.
Pg. 27 - ANSWER UL, FM Global, or Intertek (ETL Listed Mark)
The main fire alarm system component that monitors equipment and circuits, receives
input signals from initiating devices, activities notification appliances, and transmits
signals offsite. (Formally known as Fire Alarm Control Panel)
Pg. 28 - ANSWER Fire Alarm Control Unit
Installation of the fire detection and alarm system components should conform to the
applicable provisions of:
NFPA __________, National Electrical Code
NFPA, __________, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Pg. 28 - ANSWER - NFPA 70
- NFPA 72
Basic components of a a fire detection system and alarm system are:
Pg. 28 - ANSWER - FACU
- Primary power supply
- Secondary power supply
- Initiating devices
- Notifications
, The fire alarm control unit, contains the electronics that supervise and monitor the
integrity of the wiring and components of the fire alarm. The FACU basically serves as
the brain for the alarm system. What does it do?
Pg. 28 - ANSWER It receives signals from alarm initiating devices, processes the
signals, and produces output signals that activate audible and visible appliances and
transmit signals to an off site monitoring station when provided.
What is connected directly into the FACU?
From the FACU, public address messages and mass notifications can be accomplished
through?
Pg. 29 - ANSWER pre-recorded evac message or independent voice communications
The primary electrical power supply usually is obtained from the building's main power
connection to the local utility provider. In rare instances electrical service is unavailable
or unreliable, what can provide the primary power supply?
Pg. 29 - ANSWER engine driven generator
If an engine driven generator is used, either a trained operator must be on duty
__________ a day or the system must contain __________. One of these generators
must always be set for automatic starting.
Pg. 29 - ANSWER 24 hours or multiple engine driven generators.
The FACU must __________ the primary power supply and activate a __________ if
the power is interrupted.
Pg. 29 - ANSWER supervise ; trouble signal
A secondary power supply must be provided for all fire alarm systems. This requirement
is done to ensure that the system will be operational even if?
Pg. 29 - ANSWER main power supply fails
The __________ must be capable of providing normal, standby conditions (non-alarm)
capacity and power to fully operate an alarm condition for the required duration. The
time requirements for secondary power operation capabilities vary and can be found in
NFPA 72.
