TB 012- Automatic Sprinkler Systems Flashcards
According to NFPA- what is the most important of all fire protection devices?
Automatic sprinkler system
What is fundamental to minimizing most fire losses?
Early detection of fire and effective application of the available water supply
Records show that ______ % of all fires in sprinklered buildings are extinguished or satisfactorily held in check by the sprinkler system
96%
When should FDs pump into sprinkler systems
FD SHALL pump into sprinkler systems as soon as need is evident
Who lays into sprinkler system? And pump how much?
Firsts company should lay x2 2 1/2’’ lines into FDC and deliver 100 psi if no fire, 150 psi with fire
Where can companies find a list of sprinklered buildings for their district?
F 316, which is filed behind the f 173s in the company files
What is a junior system?
Designed or provide simple, inexpensive protection for light hazard occupancies where not over 3-4 sprinklers are likely to operate.
How does a Junior system attain its water supply?
Service water supply
No FDC connection or valve drain
How do you distinguish a Junior System?
By a pointless extending beyond the center of the deflector
