18 Questions
What is the first stage of a fire?
Incipient
What is the primary function of a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)?
To receive information from environmental sensors
What type of detection is typically used for electrical rooms?
Heat detection
What is the primary purpose of a fire alarm system?
To detect and alert people of smoke/fire
What is the typical sequence of events in a fire?
Incipient, smoldering, open flame, fully developed
What type of devices are used to detect changes associated with fire?
Environmental sensors
What is the primary purpose of cooling of flame in fire fighting?
To lower the temperature of the fuel
What is the main function of hydrant systems in fire fighting?
To deliver a fire fighting agent
Which component of the Fire Triangle is most critical to the combustion process?
Heat
What is the primary purpose of a fire extinguisher?
To extinguish or control small fires
What is the primary function of a fire fighter's helmet?
To protect the head from impact and puncture injuries
What is the primary purpose of NFPA 1971 Standard?
To set minimum guidelines for fire service protective equipment
What is the primary purpose of strobe chime devices in fire alarm systems?
To alert people in high-noise environments
Which type of detector is typically used to detect refrigerant gas leaks?
Refrigerant gas leak detector
What is the primary mechanism of fire extinguishment for inert gas fire fighting agents?
Displacing oxygen
What is the primary purpose of manual alarms in fire protection systems?
To allow individuals to manually trigger a fire alarm
What type of appliance is typically used in areas where loud noises could be disruptive to other operations?
Chimes
What is the primary purpose of special hazard identification systems?
To identify potential fire hazards in commercial buildings
Learn about the components and design of fire and gas systems, including detection, protection, and firefighting devices, as well as fire alarm systems. Understand how these systems vary for different process areas.
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