F-02 Fireguard Fire Protection Systems 2

Question 1

What type of sprinkler head is designed to discharge water in a downward and outward pattern from a ceiling-mounted position?

Accepted Answer

Pendant sprinkler

Answer

Upright sprinkler

Answer

Sidewall sprinkler

Answer

Concealed sprinkler

Question 2

In a dry pipe sprinkler system, what fills the pipes between the dry pipe valve and the sprinkler heads?

Accepted Answer

Pressurized air or nitrogen

Answer

Water under pressure

Answer

Carbon dioxide

Answer

Foam concentrate

Question 3

Which component of a fire alarm system is responsible for detecting smoke and initiating an alarm signal?

Accepted Answer

Initiating device

Answer

Notification appliance

Answer

Control panel

Answer

Supervisory device

Question 4

A post indicator valve (PIV) is used to control water supply to a sprinkler system. How can you tell if the valve is OPEN?

Accepted Answer

The window shows 'OPEN'

Answer

The handle is parallel to the pipe

Answer

A green light is illuminated

Answer

The valve stem is fully extended

Question 5

What is the minimum required clearance below sprinkler heads to ensure proper water distribution pattern?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

Answer

12 inches

Answer

24 inches

Answer

36 inches

Question 6

Which type of fire suppression system is most appropriate for a computer server room to avoid water damage?

Accepted Answer

Clean agent suppression system

Answer

Wet pipe sprinkler

Answer

Dry pipe sprinkler

Answer

Deluge system

Question 7

What does the term 'water flow alarm' indicate in a sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

Water is flowing through the system due to sprinkler activation or a leak

Answer

The system is being tested

Answer

The water supply pressure is too low

Answer

The main control valve is closed