FE Fire Safety Regulations & Standards 3

Question 1

NFPA 10 requires hydrostatic testing of a stored-pressure dry chemical extinguisher with a stainless steel shell every:

Accepted Answer

12 years

Answer

Stainless steel shell stored-pressure dry chemical extinguishers require hydrostatic testing every 12 years per NFPA 10.

Question 2

Per NFPA 10, the maximum floor area protected by a single 2-A rated extinguisher in a light hazard occupancy is:

Accepted Answer

11,250 sq ft

Answer

In light hazard occupancies, a 2-A rated extinguisher can protect a maximum area of 11,250 square feet per NFPA 10.

Question 3

Under NFPA 10, which condition would require an extinguisher to be removed from service immediately during a monthly inspection?

Accepted Answer

Missing or broken tamper seal

Answer

A missing or broken tamper seal indicates the extinguisher may have been used or tampered with and must be removed for maintenance.

Question 4

According to NFPA 10, CO2 extinguishers require hydrostatic testing every:

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

Carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested every 5 years per NFPA 10.

Question 5

NFPA 10 defines 'maintenance' of a fire extinguisher as:

Accepted Answer

A thorough examination and repair of the extinguisher

Answer

Maintenance per NFPA 10 is a thorough examination to ensure the extinguisher is fully charged, operable, and in good condition.

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