*TB 42- Smoke Detectors Flashcards

1
Q

According to a study, _____ (ionization or photoelectric?) detectors are more reliable in warning against the hazards of visible smoke build-up from the slow smoldering fire so common to residential occupancies. These detectors appear to be less prone to unwarranted nuisance alarms.

A

Photoelectric

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2
Q

Smoke Detectors are approved to give an area of coverage equivalent to a ___ ft diameter.

A

25’

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3
Q

Smoke detectors:
Ionization or photoelectric?
_____ detectors are more sensitive to smoldering fires, and _____ detectors are more sensitive to flaming fires.

A
  1. Photoelectric

2. Ionization

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4
Q

What are the two types of smoke detectors?

A

Photoelectric and ionization

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