CFPS Codes and Standards Application 2

Question 1

Which NFPA standard specifically governs the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 25

Answer

NFPA 13

Answer

NFPA 14

Answer

NFPA 291

Question 2

NFPA 13R permits a reduced-criteria sprinkler system in residential occupancies up to how many stories above grade plane?

Accepted Answer

4 stories

Answer

2 stories

Answer

3 stories

Answer

6 stories

Question 3

Which NFPA document serves as a comprehensive fire code addressing fire prevention, building service equipment, and fire protection systems?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 1

Answer

NFPA 101

Answer

NFPA 1A

Answer

NFPA 5000

Question 4

Under NFPA 10, what is the maximum allowable travel distance to a portable fire extinguisher for Class A fire hazards?

Accepted Answer

75 feet

Answer

30 feet

Answer

50 feet

Answer

100 feet

Question 5

NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code, primarily organizes its occupant protection requirements around which building characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Occupancy classification

Answer

Construction type

Answer

Building height

Answer

Gross floor area

Question 6

Which NFPA standard governs the design and installation of low-, medium-, and high-expansion foam fire suppression systems?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 11

Answer

NFPA 12

Answer

NFPA 15

Answer

NFPA 17

Question 7

When NFPA standards reference the 'Authority Having Jurisdiction' (AHJ), this term is best defined as:

Accepted Answer

The organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing code requirements or approving equipment

Answer

Only the local fire marshal

Answer

Only the state fire marshal

Answer

Only federal agencies with regulatory authority