Chapter 12 Flashcards
________ is performed on new systems to test flow rates and on existing systems to ensure that the system is still performing well.
- Hydrant inspection
- Hydrant testing
- A pump test
- Hydrant flushing
________ is performed on new systems to test flow rates and on existing systems to ensure that the system is still performing well.
- Hydrant inspection
- Hydrant testing
- A pump test
- Hydrant flushing
Chapter 12, page 326, Water Supply Systems
Foam has three properties that enable it to extinguish and/or prevent fires. Which of the following is not one of these qualities?
- It breaks down flammable liquids
- It insulates
- It cools
- It forms a vapor barrier
Foam has three properties that enable it to extinguish and/or prevent fires. Which of the following is not one of these qualities?
- It breaks down flammable liquids
- It insulates
- It cools
- It forms a vapor barrier
Chapter 12, page 332, Extinguishing Agents
For firefighting purposes, the minimum recognized water system is _ gallons per minute for____ hours.
- 500; 2
- 1000; 3
- 250; 2
- 150; 1.5
For firefighting purposes, the minimum recognized water system is _ gallons per minute for____ hours.
- 500; 2
- 1000; 3
- 250; 2
- 150; 1.5
Chapter 12, page 320, Water Supply Systems
The pipes that serve individual hydrants and blocks of consumers are called ________, and can be installed in a grid system to reinforce them during times of high demand.
- grids
- secondary feeders
- primary feeders
- distributors
The pipes that serve individual hydrants and blocks of consumers are called ________, and can be installed in a grid system to reinforce them during times of high demand.
- grids
- secondary feeders
- primary feeders
- distributors
Chapter 12, page 321, Water Supply Systems
Under the NFPA’s hydrant color coding system, what color is used for a hydrant that is out of service?
- Green
- Red
- White
- Orange
Under the NFPA’s hydrant color coding system, what color is used for a hydrant that is out of service?
- Green
- Red
- White
- Orange
Chapter 12, page 326, Water Supply Systems
Water has the ability to extinguish fire through cooling and smothering because it has one of the highest values of ________ of any known substance, allowing it to absorb great amounts of energy.
- wetting qualities
- latent heat of vaporization
- quenching ability
- specific heat
Water has the ability to extinguish fire through cooling and smothering because it has one of the highest values of ________ of any known substance, allowing it to absorb great amounts of energy.
- wetting qualities
- latent heat of vaporization
- quenching ability
- specific heat
Chapter 12, page 331, Extinguishing Agents
What is the main purpose of a private fire protection system installed in private homes, businesses, manufacturing plants, or public buildings?
- To automatically dial 911
- To issue an alert to the Fire Inspection Bureau of a violation
- To alert the building occupants and/or fire department
- To alert passers-by to a smell of smoke
What is the main purpose of a private fire protection system installed in private homes, businesses, manufacturing plants, or public buildings?
- To automatically dial 911
- To issue an alert to the Fire Inspection Bureau of a violation
- To alert the building occupants and/or fire department
- To alert passers-by to a smell of smoke
Chapter 12, page 329, Private Fire Protection Systems
What is the proper procedure for walking around or through a foam blanket?
- Drag your feet through the foam.
- Stomp your way across the foam.
- Take long steps across the foam.
- Lift up your feet and step back down gently on each step.
What is the proper procedure for walking around or through a foam blanket?
- Drag your feet through the foam.
- Stomp your way across the foam.
- Take long steps across the foam.
- Lift up your feet and step back down gently on each step.
Chapter 12, page 333, Extinguishing Agents
What is the special purpose for the five-sided nuts on hydrants?
- To deter vandals who would turn on hydrants
- To identify specific fire department jurisdictions
- To facilitate ease of opening for the fire fighters
- To identify the difference in hydrant styles
What is the special purpose for the five-sided nuts on hydrants?
- To deter vandals who would turn on hydrants
- To identify specific fire department jurisdictions
- To facilitate ease of opening for the fire fighters
- To identify the difference in hydrant styles
Chapter 12, page 322, Water Supply Systems
What occurs when a valve or nozzle is closed very quickly under pressure of the system or a pump, potentially causing severe damage to the water system?
- Water hammer
- Pressure drop
- Main collapse
- Cavitation
What occurs when a valve or nozzle is closed very quickly under pressure of the system or a pump, potentially causing severe damage to the water system?
- Water hammer
- Pressure drop
- Main collapse
- Cavitation
Chapter 12, page 325, Water Supply Systems
What should be indicated on water system maps in case a fire hydrant gets sheared off in a motor vehicle accident?
- Next nearest hydrant
- Emergency phone number
- Shut-off valves
- Hydrant numbers
What should be indicated on water system maps in case a fire hydrant gets sheared off in a motor vehicle accident?
- Next nearest hydrant
- Emergency phone number
- Shut-off valves
- Hydrant numbers
Chapter 12, page 328, Water Systems Program
Which agency has developed a commonly used color coding system for fire hydrants?
- National Fire Protection Association
- State fire marshal
- Insurance Services Office
- Underwriters Laboratories
Which agency has developed a commonly used color coding system for fire hydrants?
- National Fire Protection Association
- State fire marshal
- Insurance Services Office
- Underwriters Laboratories
Chapter 12, page 326, Water Supply Systems
Which consumption level is figured over the last 12 months?
- Maximum daily consumption
- Average hourly consumption
- Average daily consumption
- Peak hourly consumption
Which consumption level is figured over the last 12 months?
- Maximum daily consumption
- Average hourly consumption
- Average daily consumption
- Peak hourly consumption
Chapter 12, page 320, Water Supply Systems
Which consumption level is the maximum amount of water used in any given hour of the day?
- Maximum daily consumption
- Average daily consumption
- Peak hourly consumption
- Average hourly consumption
Which consumption level is the maximum amount of water used in any given hour of the day?
- Maximum daily consumption
- Average daily consumption
- Peak hourly consumption
- Average hourly consumption
Chapter 12, page 320, Water Supply Systems
Which hydrant style always has water in it and is controlled by separate valves for each opening?
- Wet barrel hydrant
- Dry hydrant
- Dry barrel hydrant
- Pre-charged hydrant
Which hydrant style always has water in it and is controlled by separate valves for each opening?
- Wet barrel hydrant
- Dry hydrant
- Dry barrel hydrant
- Pre-charged hydrant
Chapter 12, page 323, Water Supply Systems
Which hydrant style is installed at a static water source for the ease of setting up drafting operations?
- Dry barrel hydrant
- Pre-charged hydrant
- Wet barrel hydrant
- Dry hydrant
Which hydrant style is installed at a static water source for the ease of setting up drafting operations?
- Dry barrel hydrant
- Pre-charged hydrant
- Wet barrel hydrant
- Dry hydrant
Chapter 12, page 323, Water Supply Systems
Which of the following detection devices measures light waves associated with high-intensity flames and sounds an alarm when such waves are detected?
- Rate of rise detector
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Manual alarm pull station
- Flame detector
Which of the following detection devices measures light waves associated with high-intensity flames and sounds an alarm when such waves are detected?
- Rate of rise detector
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Manual alarm pull station
- Flame detector
Chapter 12, page 330, Private Fire Protection Systems
Which of the following is not part of the fire department’s annual or semiannual fire hydrant inspection?
- Lubricating and cleaning
- Checking the barrel for foreign objects
- Replacing worn or missing gaskets
- Painting the hydrant
Which of the following is not part of the fire department’s annual or semiannual fire hydrant inspection?
- Lubricating and cleaning
- Checking the barrel for foreign objects
- Replacing worn or missing gaskets
- Painting the hydrant
Chapter 12, page 325, Water Supply Systems
Which of the following systems is used in areas where freezing temperatures may occur, such as unheated buildings?
- Standpipe system
- Sprinkler system
- Wet pipe system
- Dry pipe system
Which of the following systems is used in areas where freezing temperatures may occur, such as unheated buildings?
- Standpipe system
- Sprinkler system
- Wet pipe system
- Dry pipe system
Chapter 12, page 338, Extinguishing Systems
Which of the following systems was developed to extinguish fires in commercial cooking operations, reducing the temperature of the burning liquid?
- Dry chemical system
- Fire extinguishers
- Carbon dioxide
- Wet chemical extinguishing system
Which of the following systems was developed to extinguish fires in commercial cooking operations, reducing the temperature of the burning liquid?
- Dry chemical system
- Fire extinguishers
- Carbon dioxide
- Wet chemical extinguishing system
Chapter 12, page 345, Extinguishing Systems
Which of the following water system pipes are of intermediate size, reinforce the grid within the loops of the primary feeders, and concentrate water supply in high-demand areas?
- Primary feeders
- Distributors
- Grids
- Secondary feeders
Which of the following water system pipes are of intermediate size, reinforce the grid within the loops of the primary feeders, and concentrate water supply in high-demand areas?
- Primary feeders
- Distributors
- Grids
- Secondary feeders
Chapter 12, page 321, Water Supply Systems
Which type of agent is an inert gas, extinguishes by smothering, and when discharged, comes out as a mixture of vapor and dry ice particles?
- Carbon dioxide
- Dry powder agent
- Halogenated agent
- Dry chemical agent
Which type of agent is an inert gas, extinguishes by smothering, and when discharged, comes out as a mixture of vapor and dry ice particles?
- Carbon dioxide
- Dry powder agent
- Halogenated agent
- Dry chemical agent
Chapter 12, page 335, Extinguishing Agents
Which type of foam is an extremely water-retentive compound with high strength and elasticity and is made of natural protein solids that have been broken down chemically?
- Protein foam
- Fluoroprotein foam
- Aqueous film-forming foam
- Alcohol-type protein foam
Which type of foam is an extremely water-retentive compound with high strength and elasticity and is made of natural protein solids that have been broken down chemically?
- Protein foam
- Fluoroprotein foam
- Aqueous film-forming foam
- Alcohol-type protein foam
Chapter 12, page 333, Extinguishing Agents
Which water system is used for areas that are removed from the water source due to a higher elevation or remote location, requiring pumps in the system to provide water directly to the system as well as filling storage tanks?
- Underground storage
- Direct pumping
- Gravity system
- Combination system
Which water system is used for areas that are removed from the water source due to a higher elevation or remote location, requiring pumps in the system to provide water directly to the system as well as filling storage tanks?
- Underground storage
- Direct pumping
- Gravity system
- Combination system
Chapter 12, page 319, Water Supply Systems
