FACP FACP System Integration & Interfaces

Question 1

When a FACP is integrated with an HVAC system, what is the primary purpose of the interface?

Accepted Answer

To shut down air handling units and close fire/smoke dampers upon alarm to prevent smoke spread

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To increase airflow to dilute smoke

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To trigger the building's heating system

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To monitor CO2 levels

Question 2

Which NFPA standard governs the interface between fire alarm systems and elevator recall functions?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 72 in conjunction with ASME A17.1

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NFPA 13

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NFPA 101

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NFPA 25

Question 3

A FACP is connected to a building's access control system. What is a typical integrated response upon fire alarm activation?

Accepted Answer

Automatically unlock or release electrically locked egress doors to allow free exit

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Lock all exterior doors to prevent unauthorized entry

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Disable all access card readers permanently

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Activate turnstile barriers

Question 4

What type of relay output is most commonly used to interface a FACP with a non-fire-alarm system such as a gas shut-off valve?

Accepted Answer

Dry contact (normally open or normally closed) relay output

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4–20 mA analog output

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RS-485 serial output

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Fiber optic output

Question 5

When a FACP interfaces with a fire suppression (sprinkler) system, what signal does a waterflow switch typically trigger?

Accepted Answer

An alarm signal indicating water is flowing in the sprinkler piping

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A supervisory signal for low pressure

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A trouble signal for an open valve

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A test signal for the suppression system

Question 6

A supervisory signal from a sprinkler system's control valve monitor switch indicates what condition at the FACP?

Accepted Answer

A sprinkler control valve has been closed (partially or fully) and requires attention

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A sprinkler head has activated

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Water pressure is normal

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The suppression system is in test mode