F80 F80 Code Requirements 4

Question 1

According to NFPA 72, what type of detector is BEST suited for detecting slow, smoldering fires?

Accepted Answer

Photoelectric smoke detector

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Fixed-temperature heat detector

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Rate-of-rise heat detector

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Ionization smoke detector

Question 2

Under F80 code requirements, the maximum permitted sound pressure level of an audible alarm appliance in a public area is:

Accepted Answer

110 dB at 10 feet

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90 dB at 10 feet

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100 dB at 10 feet

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120 dB at 10 feet

Question 3

When multiple fire alarm panels are networked together, NFPA 72 requires that each panel must be capable of:

Accepted Answer

Operating independently if the network connection is lost

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Sharing a single battery backup for the entire network

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Routing all signals through a central master panel only

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Being programmed from a single remote workstation

Question 4

According to F80 code requirements, heat detectors in an unheated attic space must be rated for which temperature range?

Accepted Answer

High (250–330°F)

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Ordinary (135–170°F)

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Intermediate (175–225°F)

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Extra-high (325–500°F)

Question 5

NFPA 72 defines a 'protected premises fire alarm system' as a system that:

Accepted Answer

Provides fire detection and alarm functions within a single building or complex

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Transmits alarms only to the local fire department

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Monitors multiple separate buildings from a central station

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Only activates sprinkler systems upon detection

Question 6

Under F80 code requirements, a manual pull station must be mounted with its operable part at what height above the finished floor?

Accepted Answer

48 to 54 inches

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36 to 48 inches

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42 to 54 inches

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54 to 66 inches

Question 7

According to NFPA 72, how frequently must a fire alarm system undergo a full inspection and test by a qualified technician?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Monthly

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Quarterly

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Every 3 years