CAT Study Guide 2026
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📋 CAT Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CAT Topics to Study (69)
✍️ Sample CAT Questions & Answers
1. Which National Electrical Code (NEC) article governs the installation of fire alarm systems?
NEC Article 760 specifically covers fire alarm systems, including wiring requirements, cable types, and installation methods for fire protective signaling systems.
2. Which standard governs the installation of burglar alarm systems (intrusion detection) in the United States?
SIA CP-01 is the Control Panel Standard that governs features of intrusion alarm control panels to reduce false alarms.
3. On a blueprint, a box symbol with 'FACP' inside it represents:
FACP is the standard abbreviation for Fire Alarm Control Panel, the central brain of the fire alarm system.
4. After completing an annual inspection, which document should the technician leave on-site?
NFPA 72 requires that a record of the inspection be maintained on the premises and be available to the AHJ.
5. Which wire type is MOST appropriate for runs near high-voltage AC power lines to prevent interference?
Shielded twisted pair rejects electromagnetic interference (EMI) induced by nearby AC power conductors.
6. In the United States, alarm technician licensing requirements are governed by:
Alarm technician licensing is regulated at the state level, with each state establishing its own requirements for training hours, examinations, and background checks for installers.