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1
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Of the following: the color of the fixed electrical equipment ground wire is:

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Green

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2
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A valve has a number 150 cast on the side of the valve, the number 150 indicates the:

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Pressure rating of the valve

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3
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In group A-5 (amusement park structures, bleachers, grandstands and stadiums), an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in all enclosed areas of the structure, including but not limited to the concession concourse, concession stands, retail areas, press boxes and other accessory occupancies, in excess of : (NYC Bldg. code 2014 — 205,903.2.15)

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1000-square feet (93-m^2)

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A cryogenic fluid is a liquid having a boiling point lower than: ( NYC Bldg. code, 2014, — 34, 307.2 Definitions)

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-130 (F)

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5
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In sprinkler installations, the above ground supply pipe directly connected to the water supply: (NFPA 13,1989, 3-4, 3-2)

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System Risers

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6
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The specification for a piece of equipment reads as follows; 208- volt 3-phase 10- H.P. The piece of electrical equipment is most likely a:

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Motor

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7
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The location of standpipe risers and 2-1/2-inches angle hose valve shall be located: (NFPA, 2007 —- S-39, 6.1.2.2Q)

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Shall be protected by a degree of fire resistance equal to that required for enclosed exit stairways in the building in which they are located / Standpipes and lateral piping supplied by standpipes shall be located in enclosed exit stairways

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8
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Standard weight pattern malleable iron fittings 6-inch (150 mm) in size and smaller shall be permitted where pressure do not exceed: (NFPA 13, 2007 — 13-30, 6.4..4.1)

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300-psi

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9
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If 10 fitters can put up 100-feet of sprinkler pipe in 4- hours how many fitters are needed to put up 1,500-feet of pipe in 25-hours:

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(1) 10- fitters, 100- ft. pipe in 4-hrs. (2) 100/10 = 10-ft.per fitter per 4-hrs. (3) 10/4 = 2.5-ft. per fitter per hr. (4)2.5-ft. per/fiiter per/hr. X 25 hrs.= 62.5-ft. per/fitter per/25-hrs. (5) 1,500-ft. of pipe / 62.5-ft.per fitter per 25-hrs. = 24-fitters

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10
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Metric Units of Measurement in the standard are in accordance with modernized metric system known as the international system of units, this symbol of units used is: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-13, Table 1.7.1.3)

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SI

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11
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The bottom of the topmost gravity zone gravity tanks shall be located above the highest hose outlet in the zone that such tank supplies, expecting the roof manifold and those outlets in a penthouse enclosing mechanical equipment. Pressures may be boosted: ( NFPA 14, 2007 — S-77, Standpipe hose wheel handles.9.4(k) )

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By the use of automatic special service pumps/ Fire pumps to provide hope outlet pressures/ Tanks in intermediate zones may be sufficiently elevated to provide the pressures required

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12
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the domestic water supply may be used to supply any sprinklers required by the New York City Building COde Section 903 when installed in buildings classified in groups B, E, 1 and R and not classified as high-rise building, provided that all the requirements are met: (Appendix Q Section BC-Q102, Page 9,10,15.1.1 (b) (1)(3)(4)(5) )

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The domestic water supply line from the tank or street shall be at least the size of the sprinkler line and the capacity available shall be at least equal to the capacity required for the sprinklers / The domestic water supply line shall be of nonferrous material except when the domestic water supply is four inches or more, the pipe connecting the domestic water supply shall be nonferrous and not less than twelve-inches long / An O.S. and Y. Valve or other listed valve having visual indication, and sealed open, shall be installed in the sprinkler supply branch, or such other valve arrangement as may be provided in this reference standard and in reference standards NFPA-13R or NFPA 13-D as modified for N.Y.C.

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13
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What does WOG casted into side of a valve indicate:

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Water, oil & gas

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14
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if a pressure gauge reads 74-psi at the top of a 75-foot building, what is the pressure at the fire department connection:

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.434 X .75 = 32.55 +74.00 = 106.55-PSI

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15
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The Purpose Of a sprinkler standard is based on: (NFPA 13, 2007, 1.2.1 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-1, Chapter 1, General Inf. 1-2)

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To Provide A Reasonable degree of protection for life and property from fire through installation requirements for sprinkler systems based upon sound engineering principals, test data, and field experience

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16
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A set of sprinkler heads and pipe plans are drawn to scale 1/8- inch per foot. A horizontal line measures 16-3/4-inch on the plan. The actual measurement should be:

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134-Feet

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17
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In Group F (Factory and industrial) an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings were any one of the following conditions exist: (NYC Bldg. code, 2014 — 205,903.2.4)

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Where a group F-1 (moderate hazard) fire area exceeds 12,000-square feet (1115 m^2) / Where a group F-1 (moderate hazard) fire areas is located more than three-stories above grade / Where the combined area of all group F-1 (moderate hazard) fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanine, exceeds 24,000-square feet (2230m^2)

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18
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Of the following types of heat detectors the one that does not initiate an alarm when the detecting element reaches a predetermined set temperature is known as: (NFPA 72, 2002, National Fire Alarm code, 72-109, 11.7.3.2*, “Automatic Fire Detectors”

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Rate-of-temperature rise detector

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19
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When a sprinkler system is installed: (NFPA 13, 2007, 6.2.1)

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Only new sprinklers shall be installed

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20
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Test 1.1 Question

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Answer

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21
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Residual Pressure required in light hazard classification at the highest sprinkler: ( NFPA 13, 2007, 13-115, 11.2.2.8.1, Table 11.2.2.1)

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15 P.S.I.

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22
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Standpipe systems shall not be required to be altered on existing systems to conform to the provisions of the law when systems are existing on: ( Local Law 99-2005, 2002 NFPA 13)

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July 1, 2008

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23
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Two Units (liter and bar), outside of but recognized by SI, are commonly used in international fire protection. These units are listed with conversion factors. The conversion factor from one gallon to a liter: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-13, Table 1.7.1.3, SI Units and Conversion Factors)

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3.785-L

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24
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Of the following types of fire alarms signaling systems the one that requires that the owner must always be present on the premises to transit the alarm to the fire authorities is known as the:( NFPA 72-21, 3.3.142)

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Proprietary system

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25
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When inside hose stations are planned or are required by other standards, a water allowance of _______ G.P.M. For a one hose installation and ________ G.P.M. for a two or more hose station installation shall be added to the sprinkler requirement at the point of connection to the system at the pressure required by the sprinkler system design: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-119, 12.8.4 (1)&(2)

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50, 100

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26
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A set of sprinkler/ standpipe pans are drawn to scale of 1/8- inch per foot. A horizontal line measuring 16-3/4-inch on the plan should actually measure:

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16.75 X 8 = 134-feet

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27
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Light Hazard occupancy is defined as: (NFPA 13, 2007, 5.2* —NFPA 13, 1989, 1-4, 1-7.2.1*)

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Occupancies or portion of other occupancies where the quantity and/or combustibility of contents is low and fires with relativity low rated of heat release are expected

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28
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Automatic Sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station with the exception: ( N.Y.C. Bldg. code 2004, Chapter 9, Fire Protection systems, Page 199, 901.6.1)

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A supervising stationed is not required for automatic sprinkler systems protecting one-and-two-family dwellings / Limited area sprinkler systems serving fewer than 20-sprinkler heads/ Limited are sprinkler systems serving fewer than 10-sprinkler heads

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29
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Class 111 standpipe systems shall be installed throughout the following buildings: (NYC Bldg. code, 2008 — 183,905.3.1 (1), (2), (3))

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In buildings two stories or more in height with floor are of 10,000- square feet (929-m^2) or greater on any story / In buildings three stories or more in height with floor are of 7,500-square feet (697-m^2)or greater on any story / In buildings of any area with a floor level having an occupant load of 30 or more that is located 55-feet (16 764-mm) or more above the lowest level of Fire Department vehicle access

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30
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In a standpipe, a check valve is installed horizontally in the piping coming from the city water connection. Of the following types of check valves, the one which should be used in this installation: (NFPA 14, 2003 —- S-59, 6.2.1)

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Swing check

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31
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Fire department connections for sprinkler, standpipe and/or combined systems shall be: ( NFPA 14,2007 —- S-26, Q4.8.2, Q4.8.2.1)

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Two three-inch internally threaded swivel fitting having threads conforming to FDNY standards, equipped with caps painted red(Standpipe) / Two three-inch internally threaded swivel fitting having threads conforming to FDNY standards, equipped with caps painted yellow (Combined) / Two three-inch internally threaded swivel fitting having threads conforming to FDNY standards, equipped with caps painted green (Sprinkler)

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32
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Test of drainage facilities shall be made while the control valve is wide open. The main drain valve shall be opened and remain open until the system: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-13, Table 1.7.1.3)

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Pressure Stabilizes

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33
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Black rings are not permitted on welding pipe connections in most fire suppression pipe systems because they will most probably

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Reduce the inside diameter at the welded joint

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34
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Within a year certain piping material rose from $250.00 to $270.00 for the same quantity. The percentage price increase was:

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.08 X 250= 20 — 250 - 270 = 20 difference— 20/250 = .08%

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35
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The term “should” is defined: (NFPA 13, 2007, 3.3.5 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-3, 1-3*)

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Recommendation or that which is advised but not required

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36
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Pipe fittings used in fire suppression piping systems are usually designed in accordance with: ( NFPA 2007,13-29, Table 13-29, Table 6.3.1.1 8-2)

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National Fire Protection Association Specifications

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37
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In areas subject to freezing, a listed ______ _____ valve that is arranged to allow drainage without causing water damage shall be installed in the piping between the check valve and the fire department connection: ( NFPA 14, 2014 — S-46, 6.4.4)

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Automatic Drip

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38
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Using the following type of hangers, the one that is most commonly used in sprinkler piping work: (NFPA— Fire handbook)

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Split ring type / Clevis type

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39
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Standpipe systems are not required in buildings occupied entirely by: (NYC Bldg. code, 2008 — 183, 905.3 Exception — 37, 310.1.3)

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Group R-3

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40
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An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout any Group F-1 (moderate hazard) occupancy fire area that contains woodworking operations in excess of _____ square feet (231 m^2) in an area that generate finely divided combustible was or use finely divided combustible material: (NYC Bldg. code, 2014 —- 205,903.2.4.1)

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2,500

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41
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Extra-strong weight wrought steel pipe approximately corresponds to:

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Schedule 80

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42
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What is the test pressure on an initial test for a new sprinkler system: ( Fire department connection) (NFPA 13, 1989, 17-19, 27-967 (a) —- NFPA 14, 2003, S-97, 11.4.1*)

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200 PSI (NFPA 13 —- 17-19, 27-967 (a) — NFPA 14, S-97, 11.4.1*)

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43
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Limited area sprinkler systems serving fewer than ___ sprinklers on any single connection is permitted to be connected to the domestic service where a wet automatic standpipe is not available. Limited area sprinkler systems connected to domestic water supplies shall comply with NFPA 13: ( N.Y.C Bldg. Code 2014, CHapter 9 Fire protection systems, Page 210, 903.3.5.1.1)

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20

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44
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All electrical wiring of a fire alarm system NFPA, 72,110 and NFPA 111 in a fire suppression system must be installed in accordance with: (N.Y.C. BUilding code 569, 2701.1)

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New York City Electrical Code

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45
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In fire suppression piping system a 2- inch pipe is connected to a 1 - inch pipe through an appropriate reducer fitting. when the system is activated and both pipes are flowing full, the velocity of the fluid in the 1- inch pipe is most nearly:

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4-times the velocity of that in the 2-inch pipe

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46
Q

Where should audible signal be sent in a fire alarm system: ( NYC Bldg. code 2008 — 173, 901.6)

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Approved central supervising station in accordance with NFPA 72

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47
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Pipe joined with mechanical grooved fittings shall be joined by a listed: (NFPA 13, 2007 — 13-31, 6.5.3 — NFPA 13,1989 — 3-19, 3-7.3.1, Exception :)

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Dimensionally compatible with the fitting / Grooved fittings, including gaskets used on dry pipe, preaction, and deluge system, shall be listed for dry pipe service / Combination of fitting, gaskets and grooves.)

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48
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The vertical pips in a sprinkler system: (NFPA 13, 1989, 3-4, 3-2)

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Risers

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49
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Cross Connections shall be at least as large as the largest riser supplied by the cross connection. However, When supplying two, but not more than four 4-inch risers, the cross connection shall not be less than _____ inches: (NFPA 14, 2007 —- S-52, 7.5Q (4) )

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5-inches

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50
Q

To prevent the bottom of an extension ladder from slipping the ladder side rails are often fitted with: (OSHA Rules)

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Shoes

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51
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An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with section 406 (motor-vehicle-related occupancies) as follows: (NYC Bldg.code, 2015 — 205, 903.2.4.2)

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Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 10,000- square feet (929-m^2) / One story building with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 12,000-square feet (1115-m^2) or buildings with repair garage servicing vehicles parked in the basement / A group F-1 fire area used for repair of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds 5,000-square feet (464-m^2)

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52
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Sprinkler fittings used in fire suppression in piping systems in New York City are sized and designed in accordance with which agency: (NFPA 13, 1989 — 3-2, Table 3-.1.1.1 and 3-21, Table 3-8.1.1)(NFPA 13, 2007 — 13-30, Table 6.4.1 and 6.4.3)

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National Fire Protection Association

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53
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assembly group A occupancy includes, among others, the use of a building or structure or a portion thereof, excluding a dwelling unit, for gathering of any number persons such as: ( NYC Bldg. code, 2014 — 27, 303.1)

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Civic, social or religious functions, recreation, food or drink consumption / Awaiting transportation, or similar group activities / when occupied by 75-persons or more for educational or instructional purposes

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54
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If you worked a 7-1/2-hour per day and you worked a five day week and you make $10.00 per hour. if you have worked 16-hours overtime at $15.00 per-hour what is your gross pay:

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7.5 X 5= 37.5-HRS/WK> X10.00 = $375 per week

55
Q

Pressure of gravity tanks shall be filled by an automatic pump at a rate of: ( NFPA 14, 2007 — S-74, 9.1.4(4)(b)(3) & S-74, 9.1.4 (4)(c)(1) )

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65-gpm

56
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An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E (educational) occupancies as follows : (NYC Bldg. code, 2014 — 205, 903.2.3)

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Throughout all group E fire areas greater than 20,000-square feet (1858-m^2) in area / Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge

57
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An Automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all fire areas containing Group B ambulatory health care facility occupancy when either of the following conditions exist at any time: ( NYC Bldg. code 2014 — 205,903.2.2)

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Four or more care recipients are incapable of self-preservation / One or more care recipients who are incapable of self- preservation is located at other than level of exit discharge serving an occupancy

58
Q

A pressure tank is used as a water supply for a sprinkler system. the minimum air pressure that must be maintained in the tank: (NFPA 13, 1989, 2-9, 2-6.1.2)

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75-psi

59
Q

Piping materials are listed at $1000. if a 15%,10%,8% discount is allowed, the net purchase cost is most nearly:

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$704

60
Q

Of the following classifications of pipe nipples, a pipe nipple that is approximately twice the length of the pipe thread is called:

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Close Nipple

61
Q

The discharge of a test pipe should be at a point where it can be readily observed. In locations where it is not practical to terminate the test pipe outside the building, the test pipe may terminate: (NFPA 13, 1989 — 3-23, 3-9.1.1)

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Into a drain

62
Q

The maximum working pressure of a sprinkler system is: (NFPA 13,2007, 13-26,6.1.3 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-5,1-8,1,3)

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175-P.S.I.

63
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According to the N.Y.C Building Code, the number of master fire suppression piping contractors whom shall hold a class “A” license, and shall be selected from nominee of the New York city sprinkler/fire suppression contractors’ association whose members perform the largest dollar value of work within the city: (Article 417 Boards, General admin. Prov. Page 107, 28-417.1.2(3))

A

2

64
Q

Standpipe systems are ____ to be combined with automatic sprinkler systems: (NYC Building code 2008- 183,905.3)

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Permitted

65
Q

The piping of a fire pump pumping portable water must include: ( NFPA 14, 2003, S-116, Figure A.7.1 (A)

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Check valve and a gate valve at the discharge

66
Q

Assume you have assigned 12- fitters to install a fire suppression system that be completed in 10- days. At the end of eight-days only 3/4 of the has been completed. In order to complete the job on time, you should assign a minimum of :

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8-days completed using 12-fitters = 96-fitter days = 3/4 of the job completed , 4/3 X 96/x = 128 total-fitter days required to complete job, 1/4 X 128/x = 32-fitter days is 1/4 of the job, 32-fiter days/ 2-days left= 16-fitters needed to complete the job on time. There Are 12-fitters on the job 128 - 96= 32-days left / 2 = 16,16 - 12 = 4 extra fitters

67
Q

“Blind flanges” are installed mainly in a piping system mainly to provide a means to:

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Gain easy access to the interior of a pipe line and/or fitting

68
Q

Whenever a change is made in pipe size: (NFPA, 2007 — 13-30, 6.4.6.1 —- NFPA 13,1989 —- 3-22, 3-8.3 Exception:1)

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One-Piece reducer fitting shall be used / Hexagonal or face bushing may be used when standard fittings of the required size are not available

69
Q

The main purpose of a fire suppression check valve is to: (NFPA, 13, 2007, 8.15.1.1.3*)

A

Prohibit backflow

70
Q

Any space or room that contains equipment of such nature that the use of water would be ineffective in fighting a fire therein, or would be otherwise hazardous, shalt have a conspicuous sign: (NYC Bldg. Code, 2008 — 183, 905.1)

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On each door opening on such space or room stating the nature of the use and a warning: “IN CASE OF FIRE, USE NO WATER”

71
Q

The word “approved” in sprinkler diction means: (NFPA 1, 2007, 3.2.2* — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-2,1-3*)

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Acceptable to the “authority having jurisdiction”

72
Q

For group A-1, A-2, A-3 and A-4 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the floor are where the group A1, A-2,A-3 or A-4 occupancy is located, and in all floors between Group A occupancy and at the: (NYC bldg. code 2014 – 204,903.2.1)

A

Level of exit discharge

73
Q

In a sprinkler installation, the pipes that are called directly supplying lines in which the sprinklers are placed are called: (NFPA 13, 1989, 3-4, 3-2)

A

Cross Mains

74
Q

Ordinary Hazard (Group 1) as defined to: (NFPA 13, 2007, 5.3* — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-4, 1-7.3.1*)(1 foot= 0.3048 meter)

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Occupancies or portions of other occupancies where combustibility is low, quantity of combustibles is moderate, stock piles on combustibles do not exceed 8- feet and fires of moderate rates of heat release are expected

75
Q

The commission shall appoint annually and may remove in his or her discretion each member of a plumbing and fire suppression piping contractor license board and that shall have as its purpose the following: (N.Y.C. General Adm. Prov. 2014, 107, 28-417.1)

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To advise the commissioner regarding the character and fitness of applicants for certificates of competence and licenses who have passed the required examination / To advise the commissioner regarding allegations of illegal practices on the part of licensed master plumbers, licensed master fire suppression piping contractors, Master plumber businesses or master fire suppression piping businesses/ To advise the commissioner regarding plumbing and fire suppression piping practices, code applications, regulations and legislation.

76
Q

Whenever a test blank is used it shall be of the: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-225, 24.2.1.13.1, NFPA, 1989, 1-5, 1-11.2.5)

A

Painted lugs protruding

77
Q

A contract specification states all piping shall be ASTM Grade A53.106. The letters ASTM is an abbreviation: (NFPA 13, 2007, 13-15, 2.3.3)

A

American Society for Testing Materials

78
Q

Of the following statements the one that is incorrect as pertains to the safe and proper handling of an oxyacetylene fuel torch:

A

Use only ferrous material for splice connections to repair a broken hose line

79
Q

The seat of an approved union shall:

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Be a metal to metal ground seat

80
Q

Test 1.6 Question

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Answer

81
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Test 1.5 Question

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Answer

82
Q

Two pipes are running full of water and going into one pipe. One pipe is carrying 47 gallons of water per minute. What is the amount of water coming through the third pipeline:

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47-GAL. + 53-GAL. = 100- Gallons

83
Q

For a workman’s compensation insurance you must gross $50,000 minimum for a base premium of $2,500 per year. So, if your gross income was $61,000 per year and workman’s compensation was charging you $2.00 extra for every $100.00 over $50,000 what is the premium:

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$61,000 - 50,000 = $11,000 / 100 = $110 X 2 = $220 +2,500 = $2,720.00

84
Q

The following statement appears in a contract: “ Payment will be made for the number of new alarms or nozzles replaced as shown on the plans.) This type of contract is most likely a:

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Unit Price

85
Q

A flammable material is a material capable of being readily ignited from common sources of heat or at a temperature of: ( NYC Bldg. code, 2014 — 35,307.2 Definitions)

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600 F (316 C) or less

86
Q

Test 1.4 Question

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Answer

87
Q

Test 1.2 Question

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Answer

88
Q

A sprinkler system installed under this standard shall be properly maintained for efficient service: (NFPA 13, 1989, 1-3, 1-5.1*)

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The “Owner” is responsible for the condition of the sprinkler system and shall use diligence in keeping the system in good operating condition

89
Q

Assume you have assigned 24 fitters to install a fire suppression piping system that must be completed in 16 days; at the end of 12 days only 2/3 of the job has been completed, in order to complete the job on time, you should assign a minimum of ________ extra fitters:

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12

90
Q

On a set of drawings a line is drawn 12-1/2-inches long. If the scale is 1/8 of an inch to the foot, what is the actual length of the pipe:

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100-feet

91
Q

A test pipe of not less than 1-inch diameter terminating in as smooth bore corrosion resistant outlet giving a flow equivalent to: (NFPA 13, 1989 — 3-23, 3-9.1.1)

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One- Sprinkler

92
Q

Piping between the fire department connection and the check valve in the inlet pipe shall be tested hydrostatically: (NFPA 14, 2003, S-97, 11.4.6)

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In the same manner as the balance of the system

93
Q

Test for the purpose of system design shall not be conducted more than _____ prior to the commencement of the system installation: (NFPA 14, 2007 — S_78, 10.2*)

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9-Months

94
Q

An order of piping materials is discounted at 20%. If this represents $240.00, the actual sales price is:

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$240.00 / .20 = 1200 - 240 = $960.00 —- Prove: .20 X 1200 / 240

95
Q

In a fire standpipe system the maximum pressure at any point in the system at any time shall not exceed 24.1 bar (350 psi), except for piping to high zone siamese connections, and shall not, in any case, be greater than the pressure rating of the system components in accordance with the section 4.2 of this reference standard the maximum height per zone is limited to: (NFPA 14, 2003, S-68,7.2*)

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300-feet

96
Q

For the street pressure-fed systems and fire pumps, a statement from the _____ , giving the minimum water pressure in the main serving the building: (NYC Bldg. code 2008 — 183, 905.1.1 (5) )

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NYC Department of Environmental Protection

97
Q

If a building is 50- feet tall and you have 60 -pounds of pressure at the base of the building, what is the residual or static pressure at the top of the building:

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.434 X 5 = 21.7 psi, 60.00 - 21.70 = 38.30-pounds

98
Q

Extra hazard occupancies involve a wide range of variables which may produce: (NFPA 13, 2007, 5.4 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-4, 1-7-4.2)

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Severe Fire

99
Q

A sprinkler system is a specialized fire protection system and required ( NFPA 13, 2007, 1.2.2 — NFPA 13,1989, 1-1, 1-2, Note 1)

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Knowledge and experienced design and installation

100
Q

In group E (educational) an automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building has at least ______ exterior doors at the ground level without intervening corridors, passageways, or exit enclosures: (NYC Bldg. code, 2014 — 205,903.2.3, exception:)

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One

101
Q

For areas of sprinkler operation less than 1500 (ft^2) used for light and Ordinary 1 Hazard occupancies, the destiny for: (NFPA 2007, 13-115, 11.2.3, Figure 11.2.3.1.1)

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1.500-sq. ft. shall be used)

102
Q

The nominal pipe size refers to the pipes:

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Inside diameter

103
Q

Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with: (NYC Bldg. code, 2008 — 183, 905.2)

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NFPA 14 as modified in Appendix Q

104
Q

Certain piping materials have a list price of $1,200.00. if a discount of 24% is applied, the dollar amount saved on the sale will be:

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$1,200 X .24 = $288.00

105
Q

The installing contractor shall provide the owner with: ( NFPA 13, 2007, 4.3* — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-3, 1-5.2)

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Instruction Charts Describing operation and proper maintenance of sprinkler devices/ Publications entitled NFPA 13A, Care and Maintenance Of sprinkler systems/ A safe and proper installation

106
Q

The available water pressures at the top and the bottom of floors of each standpipe zone, and at each floor where the weight pipe fittings change: (NYC Bldg. code 2008 — 183,905.1.1(4) )

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Shall be shown on the riser diagram

107
Q

Construction documents for standpipe systems shall contain plans that include at least the following data and information: ( NYC Bldg, cide, 2008 — 183, 905.1.1)

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Location and sizes of all risers, cross connections, hose racks, valves, fire department connection ( two-way Fire department connections), sources of water supply, piping, and other essential features of the system / A floor plan for each group of the floors that have typical riser locations and no special features within such group of floor-levels, with the indication in title block of such pain indicate clearly the floors at which the arrangements is applicable / A riser diagram showing the essential features of the system, including the risers, cross connections, tanks, pumps, sources of water supply, pipe sizes, capacities, floor heights, zone pressures

108
Q

After cutting, pipe end shall have: (NFPA 13, 2007 — 13-32, 6.5.6.1 —- NFPA 13, 1989 — 3-20, 3-7.6.1)

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Burrs removed / Finns Removed

109
Q

When permitted to use domestic water for sprinkler systems: (Appendix Q102, Page 9, 10, 15.1.1 (d)(1)(3)(5)(6)(7) )

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The number of heads shall not exceed twenty, except that the number of heads in each fire section may exceed twenty in buildings classified in occupancy group R-2, or R-3 and not exceeding sic stories or 75-feet in height

110
Q

IN placing an extension ladder against a straight wall the ladder must be placed at a safe angle against the wall. Therefore, in accordance with recommended practice, the distance between the foot of the ladder and the wall should be approximately equal to: (OSHA)

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1/4 the length of the ladder

111
Q

What type of sprinkler valves are to be installed on a sprinkler service: (NFPA 13,1989, 3-25, 3-25, 3-9.2.18.2 — 3-24, 3-9.2.10)

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O S & Y/ Butterfly / Outside indicator post gate valve (NFPA 13, 3-25, 3-9.18.2 — 3-24,3-9.2.10)

112
Q

Automatic sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station with the exception: (NYC Bldg. code 2008 — 173, 901.6.1 Exceptions:)

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Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one-and-two-family dwellings / Limited area sprinkler systems serving fewer than 20-sprinkler heads

113
Q

Hose connections and hose stations shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than _____ or more than ________ above the floor: (NFPA 14, 2007 — S-50, 7.3.1.1)

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3-ft.,5-ft.

114
Q

A gauge that can be used to measure either vacuum or pressure (PSIG):

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Compound

115
Q

In sprinkler installations, mains supplying risers or cross mains: (NFPA 13, 1989, 3-4, 3-2)

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Feed Mains

116
Q

When brazed joints are specified to be used in fire suppression systems, a bronzing alloy must have a melting point of at least:

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1000 F

117
Q

Fire Standpipe hose may not be omitted from hose racks in existing buildings in occupancy group: ( NYC Building Code 2014, Page 214 — 905.3.1 Exceptions: 1.(1.1) )

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Group R-2 Occupancy

118
Q

A threaded fitting used to join two pipe sections of the same diameter is known as:

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Coupling

119
Q

Temporary risers shall be at least _____ inches in diameter for structures less than ____ feet high and at least _____ inches in diameter for structures _______ high or more. There shall be as many risers as will be, or were, required for the permanent system. Each such riser shall be connected to a _________ that is supplied through fire department hose connections at the street level and shall be equipped on each floor with a ____ hose outlet valve. The installation shall be made so that each riser, cross connection, and branch line can be plugged or capped when work is not being done on the system: ( NFPA 14, 2007 — S-83, 12.3Q)

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4 inches, 450 -ft., 6 inches, 450-ft., cross connection, 2-1/2-inch

120
Q

When designing and installing sprinklers only: ( NFPA 13,2007, 6.1.2.2 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-5, 1-8.1.1)

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Reconditioned sprinklers shall not be permitted to be utilized on any new or existing system

121
Q

Screwed union shall not be used on pipe larger than: (NFPA 13,2007 — 6.4.5.1 —NFPA 13,1989 — 3-22, 3-.8.2* )

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2-inch

122
Q

Sprinkler systems shall be designed for a maximum working pressure of: (NFPA 13,2007,6.1.3 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-5, 1-8.1.3)

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175-P.S.I.

123
Q

An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 (Arenas, Skating Rinks, Swimming Pools and Tennis Courts) occupancies where any one of the following conditions exist: (NYC Bldg. code 2014 —- 205,903.2.1.5)

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The fire area exceeds 12,000-square-feet (1115-m^2) / The fire area has a fire load of 300 or more / The aggregate occupant load of all fire occupied by Group A, located on any given floor other and the level of exit discharge, is 300 or more

124
Q

Standpipe outlets may be omitted in portions of first floors or basements that are completely separated from the entrance hall or enclosed stairways leading to the upper floors, provided that: ( Bldg. code 2014, Page 214, 905.3.1 Exceptions:5)

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Portable fire extinguishers are installed, subject to the approval of the fire commissioner

125
Q

Test 1.3 Question

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Answer

126
Q

According to the code the number of licensed master fire suppression piping contractors who hold class A license and are otherwise licensed that are appointed by the department of building commissioner to serve the licensing board: (General Adm. Prov. 2014, 107 28-417.1.2(3))

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2

127
Q

if you had a commercial bank account with a monthly fee of $25.00 per month with a $.25 per check charge and you wrote 3-checks, what would your total monthly service charge be:

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$25 X 3 =.75 +25.00 = $25.75

128
Q

Group H (High Hazard Occupancies) automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided as required: (NYC Bldg. COde, 2014 —205,206,903.2.5.1)

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An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with a main use dominant occupancy Group H / An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings containing Group-5 (semiconductor fabrication facilities and comparable research and development areas) occupancies / where the design area of the sprinkler system consists of a corridor protected by on row of sprinklers, the maximum sprinklers required to be calculated is 13

129
Q

An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings and portions thereof used as group A occupancies: (NYC Bldg. code 2014 — 176,903.2.1)

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The automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout floor area where the group A occupancy is located / All floors between Group A occupancy and the level of exit discharge / In all group A occupancy providing live entertainment, dressing rooms and property room used in conjunction with such assembly occupancy shall be provided with an automatic sprinkler systems

130
Q

The water is flowing through a pipe carrying 30- gallons of water then “tees” off 6- gallons of water, what would the remaining water flowing in the original pipe be:

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30-6 = 24

131
Q

Lines of pipe, from the point of attachments to the cross mains (or similar connection) to the end sprinkler, in which sprinkles are directly placed: (NFPA 13, 1989, 3-4, 3-2)

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Branch lines

132
Q

A certain piece of equipment with a list price of $4,800.00 is reduced by $600.00, the percent saving is:

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$600.00 / $4,00.00 = .125 or 12-1/2%

133
Q

The term “shall” is defined” (NFPA 13,2007, 3.2.4 — NFPA 13, 1989, 1-2, 1-3*)

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Mandatory Requirement

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