FDNY Sprinkler Standpipe System S-
12/S-13 Exam 2026 Questions and
Answers
Automatic Standpipe System - Correct answer-A standpipe system that is attached
to a water supply capable of supplying the system demand at all times and that
requires no action other than opening a hose valve to provide water at hose
connections.
Churning - Correct answer-A condition in a centrifugal in which the impeller is
rotating, but no water is being discharged.
Combination Standpipe and Sprinkler System - Correct answer-A system where the
water piping service both 2 1/2in (65) outlet for fire Department use and oulet for
automatic sprinkler
Concealed Sprinkler - Correct answer-A recessed sprinkler with a cover plate
Deluge Valve - Correct answer-water supply control valve intended to be operated
by actuation of an automatic detection system that is installed in the same area as
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,the discharge devices. Suitable for HAZARDOUS OCCUPANCIES. INTENDED
USE IS MANUAL AND AUTO
Deludge Sprinkler System - Correct answer-A sprinkler system employing open
sprinklers that are attached to a piping system that is connected to a water supply
through a VALVE that is opened of a DETECTION SYSTEM installed in the same
area as the sprinklers
Dry Pipe Sprinkler System - Correct answer-A sprinkler system employing
automatic sprinklers that are attached to a piping system containing air or nitrogen
under pressure. The release of the air or nitrogen,(as from the opening of a
sprinkler) results in the water pressure opening a valve known as a dry pipe valve,
resulting in the flow of water into the piping system and out of the fused sprinklers
heads.
Dry Sprinkler - Correct answer-A sprinkler secured in an extension nipple that has
a seal at the inlet to prevent water from entering the nipple until the sprinkler
operates. May be configured with an upright, pendent or sidewall sprinkler.
AUTO/NON_AUTO
Dry Standpipe - Correct answer-A standpipe system designed to have piping
contain water only when the system is being utilized (NO AUTOMATIC WATER
SUPPLY)
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, Fire Department Connection - Correct answer-A connection, normally on the
exterior of the building. (FORMERLY KNOW AS SIAMESE CONNECTION)
Fire Hose - Correct answer-A flexible conduit constructed of one or more
reinforcements (JACKETS),
Fire Hydrant - Correct answer-A valve connection on a water supply system having
one or more outlets and that is used to supply hose and fire department pumps with
water.
Bulb Sprinkler - Correct answer-A sprinkler operated by heat breaking a glass bulb
filled with a non-freezing liquid with diamiter that vary from 3mm for quick
response sprinklers to 5mm for standard response sprinklers.
Hose Connection - Correct answer-a combination of equipment provided for
connection of a hose to the standpipe system that includes a hose valve with a
threaded outlet.
Hose Station - Correct answer-a combination of a hose rack, hose nozzle, hose, and
hose connection.
Impairment Coordinator - Correct answer-Person responsible for ensuring the
proper safety precautions are taken when the fire protection system is placed out of
service (designated by the owner)
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12/S-13 Exam 2026 Questions and
Answers
Automatic Standpipe System - Correct answer-A standpipe system that is attached
to a water supply capable of supplying the system demand at all times and that
requires no action other than opening a hose valve to provide water at hose
connections.
Churning - Correct answer-A condition in a centrifugal in which the impeller is
rotating, but no water is being discharged.
Combination Standpipe and Sprinkler System - Correct answer-A system where the
water piping service both 2 1/2in (65) outlet for fire Department use and oulet for
automatic sprinkler
Concealed Sprinkler - Correct answer-A recessed sprinkler with a cover plate
Deluge Valve - Correct answer-water supply control valve intended to be operated
by actuation of an automatic detection system that is installed in the same area as
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,the discharge devices. Suitable for HAZARDOUS OCCUPANCIES. INTENDED
USE IS MANUAL AND AUTO
Deludge Sprinkler System - Correct answer-A sprinkler system employing open
sprinklers that are attached to a piping system that is connected to a water supply
through a VALVE that is opened of a DETECTION SYSTEM installed in the same
area as the sprinklers
Dry Pipe Sprinkler System - Correct answer-A sprinkler system employing
automatic sprinklers that are attached to a piping system containing air or nitrogen
under pressure. The release of the air or nitrogen,(as from the opening of a
sprinkler) results in the water pressure opening a valve known as a dry pipe valve,
resulting in the flow of water into the piping system and out of the fused sprinklers
heads.
Dry Sprinkler - Correct answer-A sprinkler secured in an extension nipple that has
a seal at the inlet to prevent water from entering the nipple until the sprinkler
operates. May be configured with an upright, pendent or sidewall sprinkler.
AUTO/NON_AUTO
Dry Standpipe - Correct answer-A standpipe system designed to have piping
contain water only when the system is being utilized (NO AUTOMATIC WATER
SUPPLY)
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, Fire Department Connection - Correct answer-A connection, normally on the
exterior of the building. (FORMERLY KNOW AS SIAMESE CONNECTION)
Fire Hose - Correct answer-A flexible conduit constructed of one or more
reinforcements (JACKETS),
Fire Hydrant - Correct answer-A valve connection on a water supply system having
one or more outlets and that is used to supply hose and fire department pumps with
water.
Bulb Sprinkler - Correct answer-A sprinkler operated by heat breaking a glass bulb
filled with a non-freezing liquid with diamiter that vary from 3mm for quick
response sprinklers to 5mm for standard response sprinklers.
Hose Connection - Correct answer-a combination of equipment provided for
connection of a hose to the standpipe system that includes a hose valve with a
threaded outlet.
Hose Station - Correct answer-a combination of a hose rack, hose nozzle, hose, and
hose connection.
Impairment Coordinator - Correct answer-Person responsible for ensuring the
proper safety precautions are taken when the fire protection system is placed out of
service (designated by the owner)
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