Class 6 Flashcards
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Test 6.1 Question
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Answer
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Holders of Fire Department Certificates of Fitness for maintenance of sprinkler and/or standpipe systems shall maintain a Record of all : (NYC fire code, 2014 — 100,901.6.2.1)
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inspections made in detailed form acceptable to the fire commisioner
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A record card bearing the dates of each inspection Certificate of Fitness number and signature of the Certificate of Fitness holder shall be: (NYC fire code, 2014 — 100,901.6.2.1)
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posted on the premises near the main control valve-
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The certificate of Fitness Holder shall maintain a record of all inspections made: (NYC fire code, 2014 — 100,901.6.2.1)
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A detailed inspection report relative to conditions of water supply, gravity and pressure tanks and levels therein:/A detailed inspection report relative to conditions of valves, risers, piping, sprinkler heads, hose valves, hose and nozzles, fire department connections, alarms, fire pumps and obstructions/a detailed inspection report relative to the conditions of all other system equipment and appurtenances shall be made out by the certificate of Fitness holder and all defects shall be noted in the report
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Holders of Fire Department Certificates of Fitness for maintenance of sprinkler and/or standpipe systems shall maintain a Record of all inspections made in detailed form acceptable to the fire commander and shall be made available to any representative of the fire department, the records maintained for : (NYC fire code, 2014 — 14,107.7)
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36-months
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Major defects or violations such as empty tank , break or major leak in system water piping, inoperative or shut water supply valves; or complete or partial shut-down of sprinkler and/or standpipe systems shall be reported immediately to: (NYC fire code 2014 – 102,901.7.5,901.7.5.3)
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Local fire company and to the owner or manager of the building/ bureau of Fire Prevention by the certificate of fitness holder
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Every certificate or renewal thereof granted by the fire department commissioner shall be for a period as specified therein, not to exceed ___ years, and shall expire at the end of such period unless the commissioner approves its renewal: Nyc fire code 2014 ,19,116.5.1
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2-years
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the building owner shall designate an __________ to take the actions required by the firecode when a standpipe system, sprinkler systems or fire slarm systen is out of service. in the absence of a specific designee, the owner shall be considered the ___________ _________: (NYC fire code, 2014 — 101, 901.7.1)
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impairment coordinator
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Unless otherwise directed by the fire department the building shall be evacuated or a ___________ _________ maintained in accordance with this section when a standpipe system or fire alarm system is out of service. such __________ __________ shall be conducted in compliance with the requirements of FC 901.7.2.1 through 901.7.2.3: (NYC Fire code,2014 — 101,901.7.2
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Fire watch
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Where required. fire protection systems shall be monitored by a central supervising station in accordance with: (NYC Bldg. code, 2014 - 199.901.6)
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NFPA 72
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Where this code makes reference to the nationally recognized standards NFPA 13, NFPA 13D, NFPA 13R, NFPA 14, NFPA 20 or NFPA 72, such standards shall be modified for New York City in accordance with Appendix: NYC Bldg. Code 2014 – 199,901.1.1)
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The following are procedures required of all contractors when making the tests indicated: Note— 37-02 (a) Thru (g)
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A. Shut off supply system (gravity tank or street supply) drain
system at lowest outlet available, remove all lower check valve
clappers and then replace the bonnet. Connect a control valve
to each Siamese (contractor shall be required to have sufficient
draining connections, so arranged as to hold the Siamese
clapper in an open position). /Open tank control valve, or the street control valve and fill
entire system, stretch hose to curb or to a drain, and flush each
two-way fire department connection until same runs clear (do
not run water too long) shut same off as soon as it runs
reasonably clear. /A hydrostatic test of 5O-pounds in excess of gravity pressure
shall be applied to the entire system before replacing clappers
in two-way fire department check valves; restore protection on
system by replacing clappers in check valve, opening all control
valves and filling system; properly vent all dead ends; inspect
drips after protection is restored, to see if lower checks are
leaking.
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in all cases, the inspector shall advise the contractor to arrange the standpipe system so that it may not be out of service overnight or over sundays and holidays. however, in the event that is possible to make the changes so that the system may be used by fire department, the inspector shall have the holder of the certificate accompany him to the nearest: Note — 37-02
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Fire company
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when pressure in the sprinkler system at the check valve does not exceed 100-lbs., the entire system may be tested at : NOTES — 37-03
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200 pounds, 1-Hour
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any device used on a standpipe system must be approved ( old code) by the Materials Equipment Acceptance Division (MEA) of the: Note — 37-05 (b)
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Buildings Department
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when tests of the water and air in a sprinkler pressure tank and after you drained the water out of the glass gauge and opened the valves and pet cocks on the glass gauge, when the air and water reach a constant level, this level of air and water should be at the mark on the glass, or at the: Note — 37-04 (d)
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2/3 level of water
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When pressure reducing valves on standpipe systems shall be flow tested at least very ____ Years with minimal actual flowing discharge of ____ GPM: Note — 37-05 (b) (3)
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3-years & 250-GPM
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when pressure reducing valves are initially installed a master fire suppression contractor shall file an affidavit with fire department on behalf of the building owner attesting to the proper adjustment of the valves every: Notes — 37-05(b) (2)
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36-months
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When testing standpipe system pressure reducing devices ( valves) these tests shall be conducted by a ______ ____ _________ _________ who shall give the fire department ___ Business days notice of the date and time of the test : Note — 37-05 (b) (3)
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master fire suppression contractor & 5
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Portable fire extinguishers in office buildings, places of worship in fully sprinklered buildings the requirement shall be, distribution: Note —150-02 (1) (a) (b) (ii)
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provide one 2-1/2- gallon water type extinguisher for every six thousand (6000) square-feet or fraction thereof of floor area on each floor/ in fully sprinkled buildings the requirements shall be reduced by 50% and the distance of travel between extinguishers shall be 150-feet maximum
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Extinguishing systems for hoods, Vent pipes, flutes ort ducts, the installer or occupant shall submit _____ sets of paper cloth drawings to the Bureau of Fire Prevention for approval before any work is commenced: Notes —15-04 (a)
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3
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all portable extinguishers shall be of an approved by a nationally recognized testing agency such as: Notes — 15-02 (6) (Page 10)
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Underwriters Laboratory (LUL) / Factory Mutual (FM) / Coast Guard (CG)
23
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in a standpipe system the maximum length of hose that shall be permitted at any hose station of a listed 1-1/2- inch hose: NFPA 14,2007 — s-25,4.6.2.1Q
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125-feet
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if six fitters worked 4- hours installing pipe and completed 80% of the job, what was the total hours to do the job:
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105
25
The outside diameter of "K" copper, Copper tube is always:
larger than its normal size
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What type of fire should water not be used on
gas fire
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maximum length in feet for a fire hose: Old code S-17, 27-941(c)(5) --- NFPA 14,2003 ---s-47, 4.6.2
50'
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who approves the fire specs for a fire pump:
Dept. of Buildings
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What is the minimum height above the finished grade of a two way fire department connection NFPA 14,2007 --- s-*28,4-82.2Q(g)(2)
18"(457mm)
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what is the maximum height above the finished grade of the fire department connection NFPA 14,2007 --- s-28, 45-8.2.2Q(g) (1)
36"(914mm)
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Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with: NYC Fire code 2014 --- 113,906, 114, 906.2
Section FC 906, NYC Fire code / NFPA 10
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Upon order of the commissioner, but at least once every _____ years, the standpipe system shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test and a flow test to demonstrate its suitability for department use: (NYC Fire Code 2014,112 --- 905.12.1)
5
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A sprinkler head has a bluish fluid in its tube. what temperature rating does this color represent: (NFPA 13,2007 ---13-08, Table 6.2.5.)
High
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Sprinkler system and standpipe system fire department connections shall be periodically inspected, tested, serviced and otherwise maintained in accordance with FC901.6 and ___ NYC Fire code 2014 --- 121,912.6
NFPA 25
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Where a building faces upon two intersecting streets or public spaces, and the total length of exterior building walls facing upon such street or public space does not exceed 300-feet only one siamese connection need be installed provided the siamese connection need be installed provided the Siamese connection is within _____ of the corner and on the street with the longest building frontage: NFPA 14,2007 --- s-27, 4.8.2.2Q(C)
15'
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When a clapper ahas opened in a dry pipe valve it is said to have: (Notes)
Tripped
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When water leaves a sprinkler valve orifice it gets: NFPA Fire handbook "automatic sprinklers"
Wider
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The minimum amount of sprinkler heads that shall be kept available on the premises that is sprinkled: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-28, 6.2.9.1*)
6-Heads
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in buildings with a multi-zone standpipe system, such system shall be continuously under the personal supervision of a person, who shall be immediately available to assist the Fire department in the operation of such system. this person must: NYC Fire code 2014 --- 113,905.1.1
Be holding a certificate of fitness
40
In buildings with fire standpipes, the valves controlling water supplies shall be ____________ in the open position so that a change in the normal position of the valve will generate a supervisory signal at the central station required by section 903.4. where a fire alarm system is provided, a signal shall also be transmitted to the fire alarm system control panel: (NYC Fire code 2014 --- 113,905.9)
Supervised
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Upon order of the Fire commissioner, buy at least once every ___ Years, standpipe systems with pressure- reducing valves installed shall be flow tested to demonstrate proper adjustment of such valves:
3-Years
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In addition to those records required by NFPA 25, an approved card bearing the dates of each inspection, certificate of fitness number and signature of the certificate of fitness holder shall be posted on the premises near the : (NYC Fire code 2014 ---76,901.6.2..1)
Main water supply control valve
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In addition to those records required by NFPA 25, a Detailed inspection report relative to conditions of water supply, gravity and pressure tanks and levels therein, valves hose and nozzles, siamese connections, alarms fire pumps,obstructions and conditions of all other system equipment and appurtenances shall be completed _________ by the certificate of fitness holder, All defects or violations shall be noted on the inspection report: Nyc Fire code 2014 --- 100,901.6.2.1
Monthly
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Inspection, testing servicing and other maintenance of the following fire protection systems shall be performed under the personal supervision of a holding person holding a certificate of fitness: NYC Fire code 2014 --- 10,901.3.3(1),(2),(3),(4),(5)&(6)
sprinklers, standpipes / Foam fire extinguishing systems, Fire alarm systems / private fire hydrant systems, yard hydrant systems
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unless the requirements of dielectric fittings are met, a dielectric fitting shall be installed in the junction where dissimilar piping materials are joined ( E.G., copper to steel) dielectric fittings shall not be required in the junction where: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-40, 7.7.1.1.3&4)
sprinklers are connected to piping
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Drains from alarm devices shall be so arranged that there will be no overflowing at the alarm apparatus, at domestic connections, or elsewhere with the sprinkler drains wide open and under system pressure. Direct interconnections: (NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-33,6.9.5---8.16.2.6)
Shall not be made between sprinkler drains and sewers
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The fire department should be notified that a standpipe system, sprinkler system or fire alarm system is: NYC Fire code --- 102,901.7.5
A planned removal from service / unplanned out-of-service
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A fire alarm system component, such as a bell, horn, speaker, light, text display or vibration device that issues and audible, tactile, and or visual alert: NYC Fire code 2014 --- 193, definitions 902
Alarm notification appliance
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a signal indication an emergency requiring immediate action, such as a signal indicative of a fire: (NYC Fire code 2014 --- 103,Definitions 902)
Alarm signal
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Electrically non-conducting, volatile or gaseous fire extinguishant that does not leave a residue upon evaporation : (NYC Fire code 2014 --- 103, Definitions 902)
Clean agent
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The size of a fire main, no pipe smaller than 6-inches ( 150 m) in diameter shall be installed as a: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-220 23.1.3.1)
Private service main
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a sprinkler head that cycles water on and off depending on the temperature, generally when the disc reaches a temperature of 165 Degrees farenheit the valve opesns, permitting water to flow. when this disc temperature cools the valve closes to shut off the water, this sprinkler head is : (Notes --- overview of sprinklers and sprinkler systems)
A "Cycling" sprinkler
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care must be taken to make certain that no part of a sprinkler head is covered with paint when the pipe is being painted. such coating may interfere with the free movement of parts and delay its opening or make it inoperative. when painting the iping or nearby areas, the heads should be protected by covering them and the covering should be removed as soon as possible as the painting is finished. this covering is done by using: (NFPA, 2007,13-28,6.2.6.4.2)
Thin paper bags
54
Dry pipe sprinkler systems uses standard sprinkler heads. when a sprinkler head is opened by the heat from the fire, the air pressure is reduced in the piping. the drop, in air pressure, causes a special dry ipi valve to open. a ____ device signals when the valve is opened. (Notes --- auto-dry sprinkler systems)
Downward and upward
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some sprinkler heads are used to break through strong updrafts of high challenging fires, the sprinklers are called: (Notes --- Overview of sprinklers and sprinkler systems)
medium drop sprinklers
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some sprinkler heads are designed to be used in special situations. Sprinkler heads exposed to corrosive conditions are often covered with a protective coat of: (Notes --- Overview of sprinklers and sprinkler systems)
silver
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the shape of the deflector determines the spray pattern of the water discharged from the sprinkler head. usually, this is an ________ spray pattern: (Notes --- Overview of sprinklers and sprinkler systems)
Triangular
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sprinkler systems are excellent for controlling fires. however, they can cause water damage if they are not shut down soon after the fire has been extinguished. no control valve on the system should be closed except on the order of the: (Notes --- Overview of sprinklers and sprinkler systems)
Owner
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dry pipe sprinklers systems are installed where a wet pipe system: (Notes --- auto-dry sprinkler systems)
The piping is filled with air under pressure
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Dry pipe sprinkler systems uses standard sprinkler heads. when a sprinkler head is opened by the heat from the fire, the air pressure is reduced in the piping. the drop, in air pressure, causes a special dry ipi valve to open. a ____ device signals when the valve is opened.
supervisory
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in a dry pipe sprinkler system, when the water starts to flow, this water flow sounds a local alarm to alert the people in the building of the fire. The alarm may also be transmitted to a central station. This station will then notify the: (Notes --- auto-dry sprinkler systems)
Fire department
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in the buildings where life hazard is very high (e.g. ,schools, hospitals) the alarm is transmitted directly to the: (Notes --- auto-dry sprinkler systems)
Fire department
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one fire department connection shall be provided for each _ feet of exterior building wall or fraction thereof facing upon each street or public space: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- s-26,4.8.2.2Q)
325-feet
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Fire department connections shall be placed between __ inches and ___ inches above the sidewalk level: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- S-28,4.8.2.2Q(G)(1))
18,30
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Fire department connections shall be of the flush or freestanding type, and with the exception of the swivel caps: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- S-28,4.8.2.2Q(G)(2) )
Shall not project beyond the foundation wall
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the riser pipe to a free standing fire department connection shall be: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- S-28,4.8.2.2Q(G)(2))
Galvanized steel pipe
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isolation valves shall be provided in all standpipe risers at ____ Foot intervals
100
68
the maximum pressure at any point in the standpipe system shall not exceed ________ psi, except for piping to high zone fire department connections, and shall not, be greater than the pressure rating of the system components, maximum height per zone is limited to ____ feet: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-48,7.2Q)
350,250
69
where the residual pressure at a 40-mm (1-1/2-inch) outlet on a hose connection exceeds 6.9-bar (100-psi), an approved pressure-restricting device shall be provided to limit the residual pressure at the flow required by section 7.10 to _____ :(NFPA 14,2007 S-48,7.2.1.1Q
125-psi
70
Separate standpipes shall be provided: NFPA 14,2007 ---- s-51, 7.2.1.1Q
Where more than two required exit stairways are provided
71
Hose connections and hose stations in standpipe systems shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than ___ feet or more than ____ feet above the floor: (NFPA 14,2007 --- S-50 7.3.1.10)
0.99-m(3-ft),1.8-m(6-ft.)
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class 111 standpipe systems shall be installed throughout the following building: (NYC Bldg. code 2014, page 214,905.3.1 (1) (2) (3))
In buildings 2-stories or more in height with floor area of 10,000 square feet (929m squared) or greater on any story / in buildings three or more stories in height with floor area or 7,500-square feet (697-m squared) or greater on any story , in buildings if any area and with a floor level having an occupant load of 30 or more that is located 55-feet (16764-mm) or more that is located 55-feet or above the lowest level of fire department vehicles access
73
in buildings with standpipes and locked storage cabinets are provided for fire department use, the cabinet shall be kept locked, openable by a Fire Department citywide standard: (NYC Bldg. 2014, page 214,905.3.1,Exceptions: (1)(1.1.1))
Key
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In buildings with standpipes and locked storage cabinets are provided for fire department use; a metal sign shall be placed in each stair enclosure on the ___________ and on each floor where the cabinet is located: (NYC Bldg. 2014, page 214,905.3.1,Exceptions: (1)(1.1.3))
Main entrance floor
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In buildings with fire stand systems systems, there shall be provided, above the main roof level, a three-way manifold with three 2-1/2-inch (63.5-mm) hose valves with hose valve caps. the lowest valve shall be located with hose at end at least ___ inch above the roof and the highest hose valve with the hose at the end not more than ____ inch above the roof. NFPA 14,2003 --- s -69, 7.3.2.2
18,60
76
Standpipe systems that include more than one riser shall have all risers _________ at ,or below, the street entrance floor level, except as otherwise provided: NFPA 14,2007 --- s-51,7.5 Q
Cross-Connected
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Risers Supplied by an upper level cross connection shall be provided with manual control valves or remote control valves, so arranged that the risers supplied by upper level cross connections may: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-52,7.5Q(3)
Independently be shut off from the tank supplies
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In standpipe systems horizontal intermediate check valves shall be installed in the run of each riser continuing into higher zone in such manner as to permit all upper zones of the system within each two-way Fire Department connection zone provided in accordance with section 4.8.2.2 to be fed through __ riser from the zone below and to prevent any lower zone of the system from being supplied from a zone above: (NFPA 14,2007 --- 735Q(2)
1
79
Cross connections shall at least be as large as the largest riser supplied by the cross connection. however, when supplying two, but not more than four, 4 inch (102-mm) risers, the cross connection shall not be less than: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- s-52, 7.5Q(4)
5-inches
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Refer to question #30, the cross connection shall not be less than ____ inches for all other riser combinations: NFPA 14, 2007 ---- s-52,7.5Q(4)
6-inches
81
installing fire standpipe systems, where there is no cellar cross connections may be hung from the: (NFAP 14,2007 --- s-52,7.5(5)
Ceiling of the lowest story
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Each two-way Fire Department connection shall be connected to a riser or to a cross- connection connecting other siamese hose connections or riser within each siamese zone provided. the pipe from the two-way Fire Department connection to the riser or cross connection shall be: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-52,7.5Q(6)
5-inches
83
Class1 and class 111 standpipes in buildings with floor heights less than ___ feet above grade plane shall be at least 4-inches in size:(NFPA 14,2007 --- s-53, 7.61Q)
150-feet
84
Class 1 and class 111 standpipes in buildings with floor heights greater than ____ feet above the grade plane shall be no less than 6-inches (152-mm) in diameter : (NFPA 14,2007 -- s-53,7.6 1 Q)
150-feet
85
Standpipes that are a part of a combined system shall be at least: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-53,7.6.2)
6-inches
86
In fully sprinkled buildings have a combined standpipe system that is hydraulically calculated, the minimum standpipe size in buildings with floor heights less than 150-feet 45 720mm) above the lowest level of the fire department vehicle access shall be: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-53,7.6.3Q)
4-inches
87
In standpipe systems branch lines shall be based on the hydraulically criteria established in section 7.8 and section 7.10 but not less than: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-53,7.6.4)
2-1/2-inches
88
Class 1 and class 111 standpipe systems shall be designed so that the system demand can be supplied by ____ fire department connections: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- s-70,9.1.5Q(2)(a)
each
89
Any required automatic fire pump shall draw from: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-70,9.1.5Q (2) (a) )
Two independant streets
90
An automatic fire pump may draw from a single water main if augmented by: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- s-70,9.1.5Q92)(a)
A suction tank or tanks
91
Where two services are installed in a standpipe system, one service from the street water main shall be run directly to the pump, and the other service may be used for: NFPA 14, 2007 --s-70,9.1.5Q(2) (a)
Domestic water supply
92
in a standpipe system, the connection from water to the mains to the pumps shall be at least: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-70, 9.1.5Q (2) (a)
6-inch
93
In the event that two separate and distinct water mains are not available as a supply or the street mains cannot produce the required supply, there shall be provided with a suction tank, or tanks suitably located and sufficient capacity to furnish the fire pump with at least a ___ supply at the rated capacity of such pump: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-86,9.1.4(b)
1/2-hour
94
same as question 44, suction tanks shall be filled by a _____ connection to the water main: (NFPA 14,2007 ---s-71,9.135Q(2) (b)
1/2- hour
95
same as question #44 and #45, the suction tank water supply shall be controlled by: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- s-71,9.1.5Q (2)(b)
6-inch
96
same as question #44 and #45: a ____ inch by pass shall be provide so that pumps may be fed directly from the street water main: (NFPA, 2007 --- s-71,9.1.5Q(2)(b)
automatic ball float valve
97
when a water service supplies both the domestic service and the fire pump, a remote-control valve shall be placed on the _____ service connection at the point where such connection is taken from the city supply or service main: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-71, 9.1.5Q (2)(c)
Domestic service
98
Power supply for standpipe fire pumps . The electrical power to the motor shall be taken from the: (NFPA 14,2007 --- s-71,9.1.5Q(2)(d))
Street side of the house service switch
99
Fire pumps shall be placed on concrete pads at least ____ inches above the pump room floor with a clearance of at least ____ feet maintained on all sides from walls or from other equipment in the pump room: (NFPA 14, 2007 --- S-72,9.1.5Q(2)(f)
12,3
100
a local waterflow alarm shall be provided on every sprinkler system having more than: (NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-89,8.17.1.1)
20-sprinklers
101
on each alarm check valve used under conditions of variable water pressure, a __________ shall be installed:( NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-89,8.17.1.2.1)
Retarding device
102
Where a single wet pipe sprinkler system is equipped with a fire department connection, the alarm valve is considered a ______ and an additional check valve shall not be required: (NFPA 13 ,2007 ---- 13-86, 8.16.1.1.3.2*)
check valve
103
In a connection serving a one source of supply, listed indicating valves or post indicator valves shall be installed on _______ of all check valves required in 8.16.1.1.4* :
Both sides
104
the requirement for installing check valves in sprinkler systems shall not apply to the check valve located in the ___________ piping, and there shall be no control valves in the fire department connection piping: (NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-86,8.16.1.4.2)
Fire department connection
105
in portions of systems where all components are not listed for pressure greater than 175- psi (12.1 bar ) and the potential exists for normal (not fire condition) water pressure in excess of 175-psi (12.1 bar) a listed pressure-reducing valve shall be installed and set for an outlet pressure not exceeding: (NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-87,8.16.1.2.1)
165-psi
106
pressure gauges shall be installed on the inlet and the outlet sides of each: ( NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-87,8.16.1.2.2)
Pressure-reducing valve
107
A relief valve of not less than ______ inch size shall be provided on the discharge side of the pressure-reducing valve set to operate at a pressure not exceeding 175-psi: (NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-87,8.16.1.2.3*)
1/2 inch
108
post indicator valves shall be set so that the top of the post will be ____ above the final grade : (NFPA 13,2007 ---13-87,8.16.1.3.1)
36-inches
109
on wet pipe systems, sprinkler pipes shall be permitted and installed: (NFPA 13,2007 -- 13-87,8.16.2.2.1)
Level
110
Dry pipe and pre-action piping systems shall be ____ to drain: (NFPA 13,2007 -- 13-87,8.16.2.3)
Pitched
111
Dry pipe systems in non-refrigerated areas shall be pitched at least 1/4- inch per ____ : (NFPA 13,2007 -- 13-87,8.16.2.3.1)
10,10
112
In pre-action systems, branch lines shall be pitched at least 1/4 inch per ___ feet: (NFPA 13,2007 -- 13-87,8.16.2.3.2)
10,10
113
Dry pipe and pre-action systems in refrigerated area shall be pitched at least 1/2- inch per ___ feet , and mains shall be pitched at least 1/2 inch per ____ feet: (NFPA 13,2007 --8.16.2.3.3
10,10
114
Drain connections for system supply sprinkler risers up to 2-inches shall be:(NFPA 13,2007 -- 13-88,table 8.16.2.4.2
3/4-inches or larger
115
Drain connections for system supply sprinkler risers 2-1/2-inch, 3-inch, and 3-1/2-inch shall be (NFPA 13,2007, 13-88, Table 8.16.2.4.2)
1-1/4-inch or larger
116
Drain connections for system supply sprinkler risers 4-inch and larger shall be (NFPA 13,2007, 13-88, Table 8.16.2.4.2)
2-inch only
117
Direct connections shall not be made between sprinkler drains and (NFPA 13,2007 —- 13-88, 8.16.2.1*)
Sewers
118
Where the capacity of isolated trapped sections of pipe is 50-gal(189-L) or more, the auxiliary drain shall consist of a valve no smaller than _________ inch piped to an accessible location (NFPA 13, 2007 —- 13-88, 8.16.25.2.1*)
1-inch
119
Where provided, the fire pump suction, discharge and bypass valves, and the isolation valves on the backflow prevention device or assembly shall be ________________ by a fire alarm system and monitored by an approved central station (NYC Fire code 2014, 121, 913.4)
Supervised open
120
The following fire pump operations shall be electrically supervised by the fire alarm system in accordance with the electrical code and the NFPA 20; and monitored by a central station in accordance with this code (FD) and the rules (NYC Fire code 2014, 121, 913.6)
Pump running, pump power fail, pump phase reversal
121
Fire department connections serving a non-automatic sprinkler system shall have the entire connection painted (NYC Fire code 2014, 120, 912.4(3))
Silver
122
These valves prevent water from flowing into the piping until a sprinkler head is opened. The air pressures the system keeps the clapper closed. This clapper prevents the water from flowing into the system. When the sprinkler head opens it causes a drop in the pressure piping. This causes the valve to open and allows water into the system. Most of these valves are designed so that a moderated air pressure in a dry pipe system will hold back a much greater water pressure. When the clapper has opened the valve is said to have tripped, this valve is best known as (Notes —- Auto-dry sprinkler systems)
Dry pipe valve
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Dry pipe sprinkler systems are installed (Notes —- Auto-dry sprinkler systems)
Are installed where a wet pipe system cannot be heated to prevent freezing
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Higher than normal water pressure or water hammer may cause the dry valve to _______________ by accident (Notes — Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Trip
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Water hammer is caused by a sudden flow of a sudden change of water pressure in a dry-pipe system. To reduce this dangerous air pressure is usually kept well above the normal trip point. The air pressure is usually set at ___________ to ______________ psi above the normal trip level (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
15 to 20
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In a dry pipe system there is a delay between the opening of a sprinkler and the discharge of water. This delay may allow the fire to spread and more sprinklers to open. The delay is due to the time required for air to leave the sprinkler piping. This difficulty may be partly overcome by the installation of (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Quick opening devices
127
Two devices are used to reduce the time needed to open the water clapper and allow water into the system. These devices are (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Accelerator / Exhauster
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Accelerator and an exhauster are both automatically activated when a drop of _______________ psi in air pressure is noticed in the system. They quickly change the water and the air pressure balance in the system. This change trips the dry valve allowing the water to force its way through the sprinkler piping in less time (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
2-psi
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The following sprinkler systems are similar to the basic design of the dry pipe sprinkler system. These systems are called (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Pre-action / Deluge / Non-automatic
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These systems are designed for situations where there is a danger of serious water damage. Water damage is usually caused by damaged sprinklers or broken piping. There is no este in the piping under normal conditions. The air in the piping is not under pressure. The valve prevents the aged from entering the system. The valve is automatically opened when a fire detections system discovers that there is a fire. This valve is tripped by the fire detection system before any of the sprinkler heads open. A supervisory device signals when the valve is opened. This valve can also be operated manually (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Pre-action system
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The pre-action system has several advantages over a _______________ system. The pre-action valve open sooner because the fire detectors react to smoke and heat changes faster than sprinkler heads. Fire and water damage is decreased because water is sprayed on the fire more quickly an the alarm is given as soon as the pre-action valve is opened (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Dry pipe
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Heat responsive devices are commonly used to trip pre-action valves. These devices are also used to activate alarm and supervisory systems. There are three main devices used to trip pre-action valves (1) devices designed to operate at fixed temperature (2) devices designed to operate when the temperature in the room increases a set amount in a five time period (rate-of-rise) and (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Devices combining fixed temperature and rate of rise
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Other ways to activate a pre-action valve are (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Smoke detectors / gas detecting systems / automatic signals from others safety systems
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A special kind of pre-action system is a _________________ system for controlling sprinklers. The system shuts off the water when the fire has been put out or the heat drops. If the fire rekindles or the heat rises sharply, water is discharged again. The system cycling in and off as long as the fire persists (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Recycling system
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Combined dry pipe and pre-action systems; these systems have the basic features of both types of systems. The piping system contains air under pressure; a heat detecting device opens the water control valve and a quick opening device. The system then fills with water and operates as a wet pipe system. If the heat detecting systems fails, the system will operate as a (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Standard dry pipe system
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This system is designed to wet down an entire area in case of a fire. This system is needed when there is danger of a fire rapidly spreading throughout the building. This system will slow down the spread of fire. These systems are for hazardous occupancies. This includes buildings in which flammable liquids or other hazardous material are handled or stored (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Deluge
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The sprinkler heads in the ______________ system is not open at all times. Under normal conditions there is no water in the piping. The air in the piping is not under pressure. A closed control valve prevents water from flowing into the system. A fire- detection device signals when the valve is opened. When the valve is opened water flows into the system. The water is then sprayed out all of the sprinkler heads. The water control valve may also be opened manually (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Deluge
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Open and closed sprinkler heads may be used together in a single system. This is usually done where _________________ protection is not needed over the entire area (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Deluge
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In non-automatic sprinkler system all pipes are normally dry. Water is supplied when needed by pumping water into the system through the (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Siamese connection
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Some of the non-automatic sprinkler systems are supplied by ___________ operation of a water control valve (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Manual
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Another type of non-automatic sprinkler system is (Notes —- Auto -dry sprinkler systems)
Perforated pipe systems: These systems have a single line of piping drilled at intervals for water discharge. These systems are usually found in basements or other difficult to reach in fire fighting operations / Open diced spray nozzles for transformer vaults or other hazardous areas / Exterior exposure sprinklers (or window sprinklers) use open sprinkler heads to form an external curtain on the walls of a building and foam supply systems are used for the protection of special hazardous occupancies
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Sprinkler shall be located a minimum of ______________ inched from an end wall (NFPA 13, 2007 —- 13-59, 8.7.3.3.1)
4-inches
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The distance from the wall to the sprinkler shall be measured ________________ to the wall (NFPA 13, 2007 — 13-59, 8.7.3.3.2)
Perpendicular
144
Sprinklers shall be placed not less than _______ feet on center
6-feet
145
Test 6.5 Question
Answer
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All new systems including yard piping and two-way fire department connections, shall be tested hydrostatically at not less than 300-psi of pressure for 1-hour, or at 50-psi in excess of the maximum pressure where the maximum pressure is in excess of (NFPA 14, 2007 —- S-79, 11.4.1*Q)
150-psi
147
Pressure tanks installed in accordance with NFPA ________, standard for water tanks for private fire protection. The water storage quantities required for the tanks are met with an additional volume equivalent to _______ of the required water storage space provided for the required air. An air compressor is required with suitable automatic control and sufficient capacity to build up air pressure of at least _________ psig, in the tank within _______ hours and to maintain thereafter an air pressure between _______ and _______ psig. The automatic control shall also maintain the proper air-to-water ratio in the pressure tank (NFPA 14,2007 —- S-73, 9.1.5Q (3) (a) & (b))
22, 1/2, 75, 3 ,70, 80
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Automatic sprinklers are very effective for life safety. They signal the existence of a fire. At the same time, they discharge water to the burning area. When sprinklers are installed there are rarely problems getting to the seat of the fire. They also reduce interference with visibility with fire-fighting due to smoke. The downward force of the water sprayed from sprinklers lowers the smoke level in the room. The sprinklers also serve to: (Notes --- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems --- NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-18, 3.3.16*)
Cool the smoke
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Most standard sprinkler systems have devices that automatically give an alarm when a sprinkler system discharges water. This alarm is usually an audible signal in the building. In many cases they also give an alarm at a remote location, such as the local fire department or a: (Notes --- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems --- NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-18, 3.3.16*)
Central station
150
Water discharged accidentally from sprinkler heads is:( Notes --- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems)
A rare occurrence
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Sprinkler heads are made of metal. They are screwed into the piping at standard intervals. The water is prevented from leaving the sprinkler head by an arrangement of levers and links. The levers and links are soldered together on the sprinkler head. The solder is a metal alloy with a fixed melting point. Other types of sprinkler heads used are: (Notes --- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems)
Quartz bulb, which expands & breaks under heat
152
A sprinkler head that cycles water on and off depending on the temperature, generally when the disc reaches a temperature of 165.F, the valve opens, permitting water to flow. When the disc temperature cools the valve closes to shut off the water this sprinkler head is called: (Notes —- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems)
A cycling sprinkler
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Care must be taken to make certain that no part of a sprinkler head is covered with paint when the pipe is being painted. Such a coating may interfere with the free movement of parts and delay its opening, or make it inoperative. When painting the piping or nearby areas, the heads should be protected by covering them and the covering should be removed as soon as the painting is finished. This covering is done by using: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-28, 6.2.6.4.2)
Thin paper bag / Cellophane bags
154
In corrosion resistant sprinklers, any damage to the __________________________occurring at the time of installation shall be repaired at once, using only the coating of the manufacturer of the sprinkler in the approved manner so that no part of the sprinkler will be exposed after installation has been completed NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-27, 6.2.6.1.3
Protective coating
155
The spray pattern of sprinkler heads will help prevent the spread of fire. The force of the water against the deflector creates a heavy spray which is: (Notes: Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems --- NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-19, 3.6.2.5)
Directed outward and downward
156
Some sprinklers are used to break through strong updrafts of high challenging fires, these sprinklers are called (NFPA 13, 2007 —- 13-19, 3.6.2.3)
Large drop sprinklers
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In places where the temperature is normally high (e.g. boilers, ovens and drying rooms) a sprinkler head with a higher temperature rating must be used. This to make sure that the sprinkler head does not discharge water at the wrong time. If heads with a high temperature rating are used in ordinary room (e.g., an office, an apartment and store) the value of the sprinkler protection is greatly:( Notes: Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems --- NFPA 13,2007 --- 13-47, 8.3.2.5 (7))
Reduced
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Sometimes conditions exist which cause a buildup of foreign material on sprinkler heads. This may prevent the sprinkler head from working properly. This buildup is commonly called: (Notes --- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems)
Loading
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When cleaning sprinkler heads from dust deposits you should never (Notes —- Overview of sprinkler and sprinkler systems)
Use hot solutions of any kind
160
Sprinklers that have been painted other than by the manufacturer (NFPA 13, 2007 —- 13-27, 6.2.6.1.3 —- 13-28, 6.2.6.2.1)
Must be replaced with new listed sprinklers of the same characteristics, including orifice size, thermal response and water distribution
161
Regular inspections and maintenance of a fire pump should be made by the certificate of fitness holder. The pump should be activated: (Notes - Sprinkler systems supplied by fire pumps)
Each week
162
Pressure maintenance pumps are often found on sprinkler systems. These pumps are often found on sprinkler systems. These pumps operate automatically when there is a slight drop in pressure due to leakage in the system. They also come on when there is a pressure surge. This pump restores the pressure in the fire protection system to the desired level. If the drop of pressure in the system is greater than the capacity of this pump, then the fire pump comes on. This pump is called a make -up pump or: (Notes --- Sprinkler systems supplied by fire pumps)
Jockey pump
163
The fire pump, a centrifugal pump should never be operated without the pump being supplied (Notes —- Sprinkler systems supplied by fire pumps)
With water
164
The fire pump, a centrifugal pump relies on water supply for (Notes —- sprinkler system supplied by fire pumps)
Cooling & lubrication
165
This pump is sometimes used in sprinkler systems. They are small pumps with limited power. This pump is usually located in the basement of a building and is used when the water pressure available at the highest sprinkler head does not meet the needs of the sprinkler system. This small pump increases the water pressure in the sprinkler system until it reaches acceptable levels and should not be confused with other pumps with similar functions. This pump is called a: (Notes --- Sprinkler systems supplied by fire pumps)
Booster pump
166
Sprinkler systems are installed in waste compact and in compactor rooms, in addition the owner must have someone with a certificate of fitness who shall inspect this system: (Notes --- Compactor sprinkler system)
Monthly
167
Owner must have their standpipe system inspected, but only a superintendent with a certificate of fitness may conduct the test: (Notes --- Monthly inspection reports)
Monthly
168
Construction documents for standpipe systems shall contain plans that include the following data and information: (NYC Bidg. code.2014 - 214, 905.1.1)
Location and sizes of all risers, cross connections, hose racks / Available water pressure at the top and bottom floors of each zone, and at each floor where the weight pipe fittings change / Location of fire department connections, sources of water
169
Standpipe systems are not required in buildings occupied entirely by: (NYC Bidg. code 2014 --- 214, 905.2)
Group R-3
170
According to fire department regulations, owners must have a licensed sprinkler company or superintendent with a certificate of fitness conduct inspections of their sprinkler systems: (Notes --- Monthly inspection reports)
Monthly
171
Owners must test the building's sprinkler and standpipe system, if the system has a two-way fire department connection, a representative of the fire department must witness the test: (Notes --- sprinkler and standpipe systems, 7, 37-06 (b) (4))
Every 5 years
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A standpipe system with a waterflow alarm serves two functions; (a) It is an effective fire extinguishing system, (b) It is signaled as soon as a hose line has opened. As soon as a fire is discovered: (Notes --- Overview of sprinkler and standpipe systems)
The certificate of fitness holder should immediately contact the local fire department
173
When any fire standpipe or sprinkler control valves are closed, the certificate of fitness holder shall notify the: (Notes --- Sprinkler and standpipe systems, 10-4,37-01 (b) (1) NYCFD code 2014, page 100, 901.6.2.1)
Owner / Local fire department / Bureau of fire prevention
174
In sprinkler systems, precaution shall be taken to ensure that the water temperatures: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-89, 8.16.4.1.1, 8.16.4.1.3 --- NFPA 13, 1989, 3-6,307, 3-5.)
Below 40 F (40 C) will not be permitted
175
At the junction in sprinkler piping systems where piping materials are joined, e.g. copper to steel: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-40, 7.7.1.1.3)
Dielectric fitting shall be installed
176
When installing an automatic air compressor and when a dry pipe system is supplied by automatic air compressor or plant air system a prevention device shall be installed in the air supply to each system to prevent air or water flow from one system to another, this device is a: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-34, 7.2.6.3.2)
Check valve
177
An approved relief valve shall be provided between compressor and controlling valve set to relieve at a pressure in excess of minimum air pressure that should be carried in the system. That pressure should be: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-35, 7.2.6.4)
10-psi
178
A system employing automatic sprinklers attached to a piping system containing air or nitrogen under pressure, the release of which (as from the opening of a sprinkler) permits the water pressure to open a valve. The water then flows into the piping system and out the open sprinklers. This valve is known as a: (NFPA 13, 2007 --- 13-19, 3.4.5)
Dry-pipe valve
179
The standard for the unit of mass, the ___________________ is a cylinder of platinum-iridium alloy kept by the International Bureau of Weights and Measure at Paris. A duplicate is in the custody of the National Bureau of Standards serves as the mass standard for the United States. This is the only base unit defined by an artifact: (NFPA 13, 1989 --- Page 19-5)
Kilogram(kg)
180
There shall be _________ licensed master fire suppression piping contractors, both of whom shall hold a class __________ license and shall be selected from nominees of the New York city sprinkle/fire suppression contractors' association whose members perform the largest dollar value of work within the city of New York: (NYC Admin. Code 2014 --- 107, 28-417.1.2 (3))
2,A
181
All licenses issued by the commissioner for which an examination is required shall expire __________ years from the date of issuance thereof, and may be renewed every ______ years thereafter without examination: (NYC Admin. Code, 2014 --- 89, 28-401.12)
3, 3
182
The installation, maintenance, repair, modification, extension, or alteration or testing of fire suppression piping system in any building in the city of New York: (NYC Adm. code, 2014 --- 87, 28-401.3)
Fire suppression piping work
183
Persons conducting a fire watch shall continuously patrol the area affected by the out-of-service fire protection system to which such person has been assigned, keeping constant watch for: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.7.2.1 (1))
Fires
184
Persons conducting a fire watch shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the department (FD) and any:( NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.7.2.1 (2))
FLS director (Fire and Life Safety staff) / FEP coordinator (Individuals identified in a fire and emergency action plan, fire and emergency preparation) / FEP staff on the premises
185
Persons conducting a fire watch: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.2.1)
Immediately report any fire to the department / notify emergency preparedness staff on the premises / Be trained in the use of portable fire extinguishers
186
Persons conducting fire watch: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.7.2.1(4) (5) (6) (7))
Be made aware of the location of readily accessible portable fire extinguishers in the area to which such persons have been assigned to maintain a fire watch / Be responsible for extinguishing fires when they are limited in size and spread such that they can readily be extinguished using a portable fire extinguisher / Maintain a record of such fire watch on the premises during the fire watch and for a minimum of 48-hours after the fire watch has concluded, have no other duties
187
The fire watch required for an out-of-service standpipe system, sprinkler system or fire alarm system shall be maintained by: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.7.2.2.1)
One or more fire guards
188
A sufficient number of fire guards shall be provided such that each floor or area in which the fire protection system is out of service is patrolled at least: (NYC Fire Code 2-14 --- 101, 901.7.2.3)
Once an hour
189
The area to be patrolled by each fire guard shall not exceed more than: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.7.2.3)
50,000-square feet
190
The impairment coordinator shall authorize and personally supervise the placing of the fire protection system out of service. Before authorizing the placing of fire protection out of service impairment coordinator shall: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 101, 901.7.3 (1) (2) (3))
Notify the certificate of fitness holder responsible for supervising the maintenance of the standpipe system, sprinkler system or fire alarm system / Determine the extent and expected duration of the out-of- service condition / Inspect the areas or buildings involved and asses the increased risks
191
Sprinkler systems shall be inspected at least _______________ by a person holding a certificate of fitness, employed by the owner, to ensure that all parts of the system are in perfect working order, and that the department connections, if any, are ready for immediate use by the department: (NY Fire Code 2014 --- 105, 903.5 (1))
Once a month
192
A detailed record of each inspection shall be kept for examination by any representative of the Fire Department. There shall be one or more employees instructed in the maintenance of sprinkler systems. There shall be kept available at all times in the premises a supply of at least _______ extra sprinkler heads to replace promptly any fused or damaged sprinklers: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 105, 903.5 (1) (2) (3))
6
193
Fire department connections shall be hydrostatically tested at least once every __________ years, in accordance with FC912.6: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 105, 903.5 (4))
5
194
Sprinkler system and standpipe system fire department connections shall be periodically inspected, tested, serviced and otherwise maintained in accordance with FC901.6 and upon order of the commissioner, but at least once every years, such fire department connections shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test to demonstrate their suitability for department use. The test shall be conducted in accordance with the rules and at the owner's risk, by his or her representative before a representative of the department: (NYC Fire Code 2014 --- 121, 912.6)
NFPA 25,5
