CMSA ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Maximum coverage area for CMSA (noncombustible, obstructed)
Answer: 130 sq ft
◉ Number of sprinklers & pressure (Class III, 16 ft storage, 24 ft
ceiling, K-11.2 CMSA)
Answer: 15 sprinklers at 25 psi
◉ CMSA sprinklers in wet systems
Answer: Can be ordinary, intermediate, or high temperature rated
◉ Max pipe size CMSA sprinkler can connect to
Answer: 4 in
◉ Optimum clearance (open wood joists, CMSA deflector to joist
bottom)
Answer: 6 in
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Maximum coverage area for CMSA (noncombustible, obstructed)
Answer: 130 sq ft
◉ Number of sprinklers & pressure (Class III, 16 ft storage, 24 ft
ceiling, K-11.2 CMSA)
Answer: 15 sprinklers at 25 psi
◉ CMSA sprinklers in wet systems
Answer: Can be ordinary, intermediate, or high temperature rated
◉ Max pipe size CMSA sprinkler can connect to
Answer: 4 in
◉ Optimum clearance (open wood joists, CMSA deflector to joist
bottom)
Answer: 6 in
