NICET Inspection and Testing 3

Question 1

What does an inspector's test valve simulate in a sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

Operation of a single sprinkler head at the end of the most remote branch line

Answer

The inspector's test valve simulates the flow of one sprinkler head at the hydraulically most remote point to test the alarm systems.

Question 2

How often must fire extinguisher inspections be conducted according to NFPA 10?

Accepted Answer

Monthly

Answer

NFPA 10 requires portable fire extinguishers to be inspected monthly to verify they are in their designated place and ready to operate.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a trip test on a pre-action system?

Accepted Answer

Verify the detection system releases the pre-action valve correctly

Answer

The pre-action system trip test activates the detection system to verify the pre-action valve releases and allows water into the piping.

Question 4

According to NFPA 25, how often must backflow preventers on fire protection systems be tested?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

NFPA 25 requires backflow preventers on fire protection system water supplies to be tested annually to ensure they prevent contamination of the potable water supply.

Question 5

What action is required when a sprinkler system is found out of service during an inspection?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify the property owner and AHJ and implement a fire watch

Answer

When a sprinkler system is out of service, the property owner and authority having jurisdiction must be notified immediately and a fire watch must be established.

NICET - National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies Practice Test

NICET - National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies Practice Test

NICET Inspection and Testing 3