Fire Alarm System Occupancy Classifications

Question 1

For buildings that do not have an automatic sprinkler system, a F.A.S would be required for buildings that are more than 3 storeys, including storeys below grade. T or F?

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What organization lays out how to calculate the occupant load of a building?

Answer 2

The NBC A.E

Question 3

Whats does ULC stand for?

Answer 3

Underwriters Laboratories of Canada

Question 4

What overall term includes flame, heat and smoke detectors grouped into what category?

Answer 4

They’re all fire detectors

Question 5

Ancillary devices are controlled and part of the F.A.S. T or F?

Answer 5

False, they are controlled by it, but are not part of it.

Question 6

Which type of F.A.S would be required in a hospital?

Answer 6

Two-stage

Question 7

What is the minimum amount of space that is required between the top of a wall mounted audible signal device and the ceiling?

Answer 7

150mm

Question 8

A manual pull station should be installed by every principal entrance and exit to a building. T or F?

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What corporation outlines a buildings fire alarm system requirements?

Answer 9

The NBC A.E

Question 10

A fuel-burning appliance is inside a storage garage. What sort of alarm device would be located inside?

Answer 10

A carbon monoxide alarm combination with smoke.