Documentation Flashcards
7 cards from real FST practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 7 Documentation flashcards as text
A fire suppression system log shows a quarterly inspection was skipped. What is the FIRST corrective step a technician should take?
Answer: Perform the overdue inspection immediately and document it with the actual date
The technician should perform the overdue inspection immediately, documenting the actual date and noting in the report that it was delayed.
Which document type provides the step-by-step operating procedures for responding to a fire alarm signal in a building?
Answer: Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
The Emergency Response Plan documents the procedures building occupants and staff must follow when a fire alarm signal is received.
What is the purpose of an 'inspection verification sticker' placed on a fire protection system panel or riser?
Answer: To provide a quick visual confirmation that a current inspection has been completed
Inspection stickers provide an immediate visual indicator that the system has been recently inspected, showing the date and due date for the next inspection.
When documenting a partially open sprinkler control valve during inspection, what priority classification should this deficiency typically receive?
Answer: High priority — correct immediately or impair and notify responsible parties
A partially open control valve is a critical impairment that directly reduces system effectiveness and must be corrected immediately with proper impairment procedures initiated.
In fire protection documentation, what does the acronym 'AHJ' stand for?
Answer: Authority Having Jurisdiction
AHJ stands for Authority Having Jurisdiction, the organization or individual responsible for enforcing the applicable fire codes and standards.
Which document must be submitted to the AHJ before beginning installation of a new fire sprinkler system?
Answer: Permit application with design drawings and hydraulic calculations
A permit application accompanied by the system design drawings and hydraulic calculations must be reviewed and approved by the AHJ prior to installation.
What is the significance of a 'witness' signature on a fire protection system acceptance test report?
Answer: It confirms that an authorized party observed and verified the test results firsthand
A witness signature certifies that an authorized representative (typically the AHJ or owner's representative) was physically present and observed the testing.