CAT CAT Codes, Standards, and Regulations 2

Question 1

Under NFPA 72, what is the minimum battery backup duration required for a supervised fire alarm system?

Accepted Answer

24 hours in standby plus 5 minutes in alarm

Answer

NFPA 72 requires fire alarm systems to operate for at least 24 hours on battery standby followed by 5 minutes of full alarm operation.

Question 2

What does NEC Article 760 regulate?

Accepted Answer

Fire alarm systems wiring and equipment

Answer

NEC Article 760 covers the installation of fire alarm systems, including power-limited and non-power-limited wiring methods and cable types.

Question 3

What is UL 681 the standard for?

Accepted Answer

Installation and classification of burglar and holdup alarm systems

Answer

UL 681 covers the installation requirements and performance classifications for burglar alarm and holdup alarm systems in residential and commercial applications.

Question 4

What must occur before a newly installed fire alarm system can be placed into service?

Accepted Answer

Acceptance testing witnessed by the AHJ or their representative

Answer

NFPA 72 requires a formal acceptance test of all system functions performed in the presence of, or approved by, the AHJ before a fire alarm system goes live.

Question 5

Under UL 827, how often must central station operators be recertified?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 years

Answer

UL 827 requires central station operators to be recertified every two years to maintain UL-listed central station status.

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CAT CAT Codes, Standards, and Regulations 2