NICET Inspection and Testing 2

Question 1

During a NICET inspection exam, what document must be consulted to determine required test frequencies?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 25

Answer

NFPA 13

Answer

NFPA 72

Answer

The local building code only

Question 2

How often must dry-pipe system valve trips be tested according to NFPA 25?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

Monthly

Answer

Every 6 months

Answer

Every 3 years

Question 3

What information must be recorded after every fire sprinkler system inspection?

Accepted Answer

Date, inspector name, findings, and any deficiencies or corrective actions

Answer

Only deficiencies found

Answer

Building owner signature only

Answer

Water supply pressure readings only

Question 4

Which test verifies that a wet pipe alarm valve activates the local alarm and waterflow alarm?

Accepted Answer

Alarm valve trip test

Answer

Main drain test

Answer

Hydrostatic test

Answer

Gauge calibration test

Question 5

What is the maximum time allowed for a sprinkler system alarm signal to be received at a supervising station after waterflow begins?

Accepted Answer

1 minute

Answer

30 seconds

Answer

5 minutes

Answer

10 minutes

Question 6

Under NFPA 25, which sprinklers must be replaced after 50 years of service?

Accepted Answer

All sprinklers regardless of type

Answer

Only residential sprinklers

Answer

Standard response sprinklers manufactured before a certain date

Answer

Only sprinklers exposed to harsh environments