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Fire Pumps

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Which type of pumps are typically used as fire pumps?

Positive displacement pumps

Reciprocating pumps

Diaphragm pumps

Centrifugal pumps (correct)

What is the range of capacities for fire pumps?

50 Lis to 500 Lis

1.6 Lis to 300 Lis (correct)

200 Lis to 2000 Lis

100 Lis to 1000 Lis

Which standard must be met for the installation of fire pumps?

NFPA 20 (correct)

NFPA 40

NFPA 30

NFPA 10

Which of the following is a recommended check when a fire pump is not running?

Verify the fire pump inlet water pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a flow switch in a fire line?

To activate an alarm when there is a high fire water flow Signup and view all the answers

How often is regular fire pump testing mandated by NFPA 25?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked shortly after start-up of a fire pump?

Suction and discharge pressures Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pump is used to pressurize the standpipe in the event of small leaks?

Jockey pump Signup and view all the answers

What initiates the start of a fire pump?

Pressure drop in the system Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a jockey pump?

To maintain system pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which codes and standards must be met for pump drivers, auxiliary equipment, fuel storage systems, and associated electrical equipment?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which system was incorporated into WHMIS 2015?

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Signup and view all the answers

Who enforces the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations?

Transport Canada Signup and view all the answers

When is fall protection equipment required to be worn?

At a height of 3 meters or more Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a fire safety plan?

To enhance and maintain the safety of a facility or plant Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a confined space according to the Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations?

A space that may become hazardous due to its design or atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following specialized safety trainings is usually provided by external certifying organizations?

Confined Space Entry (CSE) Signup and view all the answers

What are the key components of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)?

Hazard classification, labeling requirements, safety data sheets (SDS), worker training and education programs Signup and view all the answers