FST Documentation 2

Question 1

What is the minimum retention period for fire suppression system inspection records under NFPA 25?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

NFPA 25 requires that records of inspections, tests, and maintenance be retained for a minimum of 3 years.

Question 2

When an impairment to a fire protection system is identified, which document must be initiated immediately?

Accepted Answer

Impairment tag and permit

Answer

An impairment tag must be attached to the system control valve and an impairment permit must be issued whenever a fire protection system is taken out of service.

Question 3

Which section of a fire protection system inspection report documents the condition of control valves?

Accepted Answer

System status section

Answer

The system status section of an inspection report captures the open/closed/locked condition of all control valves.

Question 4

A fire pump test record must include which of the following data points?

Accepted Answer

Suction and discharge pressure at rated flow

Answer

NFPA 25 requires fire pump test records to document suction pressure, discharge pressure, and flow rate at churn, rated, and peak conditions.

Question 5

What does a 'certificate of occupancy' as it relates to fire safety documentation primarily confirm?

Accepted Answer

The building has met all local fire and life-safety code requirements

Answer

A certificate of occupancy confirms that a building has met all applicable fire and life-safety codes and may be legally occupied.

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FST Documentation 2