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Which buildings are standpipe systems used in?
Which buildings are standpipe systems used in?
What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections?
What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections?
What is the recommended approach to fight a fire using standpipe connections?
What is the recommended approach to fight a fire using standpipe connections?
Which type of sprinkler system is the most common?
Which type of sprinkler system is the most common?
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Which type of sprinkler system is used when the temperature is subject to freezing or maintained below 4°C?
Which type of sprinkler system is used when the temperature is subject to freezing or maintained below 4°C?
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Which type of standpipe system relies solely on the connection outside the building by the Fire Department?
Which type of standpipe system relies solely on the connection outside the building by the Fire Department?
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Which type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
Which type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
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What is the purpose of fire zones in a building or plant?
What is the purpose of fire zones in a building or plant?
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Which type of hose is typically used in Class II standpipe systems for light hazard occupations?
Which type of hose is typically used in Class II standpipe systems for light hazard occupations?
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Which type of system is equipped with a supplemental detection system such as a smoke detector or heat detector?
Which type of system is equipped with a supplemental detection system such as a smoke detector or heat detector?
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What is the purpose of the small amount of compressed air or nitrogen in the sprinkler line?
What is the purpose of the small amount of compressed air or nitrogen in the sprinkler line?
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In which type of system is water admitted to the sprinkler piping with either operation of the detection device or the activation of an automatic sprinkler head?
In which type of system is water admitted to the sprinkler piping with either operation of the detection device or the activation of an automatic sprinkler head?
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In which type of system is water not admitted to the sprinkler piping until both the detection device and an automatic sprinkler head are activated?
In which type of system is water not admitted to the sprinkler piping until both the detection device and an automatic sprinkler head are activated?
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What type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
What type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
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In a deluge system, when does water flow through the sprinkler line?
In a deluge system, when does water flow through the sprinkler line?
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Which type of standpipe system supplies water to both the hose connections and an automatic sprinkler system?
Which type of standpipe system supplies water to both the hose connections and an automatic sprinkler system?
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Where are Class II fire systems usually found?
Where are Class II fire systems usually found?
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What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections?
What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections?
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Which type of standpipe system is used in buildings over 3 stories in height?
Which type of standpipe system is used in buildings over 3 stories in height?
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What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections?
What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections?
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What is the recommended approach to fighting a fire using standpipe connections?
What is the recommended approach to fighting a fire using standpipe connections?
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Which type of sprinkler system is used when the temperature is subject to freezing or maintained below 4°C?
Which type of sprinkler system is used when the temperature is subject to freezing or maintained below 4°C?
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What type of sprinkler system relies solely on the connection outside the building by the Fire Department?
What type of sprinkler system relies solely on the connection outside the building by the Fire Department?
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Which type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
Which type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
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Which type of sprinkler system is equipped with a supplemental detection system such as a smoke detector or heat detector?
Which type of sprinkler system is equipped with a supplemental detection system such as a smoke detector or heat detector?
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What is the purpose of a double-interlock preaction system?
What is the purpose of a double-interlock preaction system?
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Which type of system allows water into the sprinkler piping with either operation of the detection device or the activation of an automatic sprinkler head?
Which type of system allows water into the sprinkler piping with either operation of the detection device or the activation of an automatic sprinkler head?
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What type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
What type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
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What is the purpose of a deluge system?
What is the purpose of a deluge system?
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Which type of system is typically found in environments where water discharge is a major concern?
Which type of system is typically found in environments where water discharge is a major concern?
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Which type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
Which type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
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Which type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
Which type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
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Where are Class II fire systems usually found?
Where are Class II fire systems usually found?
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Which type of sprinkler system is typically found in office buildings, stores, hotels, schools, and health facilities?
Which type of sprinkler system is typically found in office buildings, stores, hotels, schools, and health facilities?
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What type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
What type of standpipe system is permanently attached to a water supply and charged with compressed air or nitrogen?
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Which type of sprinkler system is used when the temperature of the protected area is maintained at or above 4°C?
Which type of sprinkler system is used when the temperature of the protected area is maintained at or above 4°C?
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Which type of sprinkler system is commonly found in environments where water discharge is a major concern?
Which type of sprinkler system is commonly found in environments where water discharge is a major concern?
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In which type of system is water not admitted to the sprinkler piping until both the detection device and an automatic sprinkler head are activated?
In which type of system is water not admitted to the sprinkler piping until both the detection device and an automatic sprinkler head are activated?
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What type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
What type of sprinkler system delivers large amounts of water using non-automatic sprinkler heads?
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Which type of system allows water into the sprinkler piping with either operation of the detection device or the activation of an automatic sprinkler head?
Which type of system allows water into the sprinkler piping with either operation of the detection device or the activation of an automatic sprinkler head?
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What is the purpose of a double-interlock preaction system?
What is the purpose of a double-interlock preaction system?
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In a deluge system, when does water flow through the sprinkler line?
In a deluge system, when does water flow through the sprinkler line?
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Which type of standpipe system combines both Class I and Class II hose fittings?
Which type of standpipe system combines both Class I and Class II hose fittings?
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Where are Class III standpipes typically located?
Where are Class III standpipes typically located?
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What is the minimum distance requirement for hose stations in each building zone for a standpipe system using NPS 25 mm hose?
What is the minimum distance requirement for hose stations in each building zone for a standpipe system using NPS 25 mm hose?
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Which type of standpipe system combines both Class I and Class II hose fittings?
Which type of standpipe system combines both Class I and Class II hose fittings?
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What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections in a building zone with NPS 40 mm hose?
What is the minimum size requirement for a standpipe that only has hose connections in a building zone with NPS 40 mm hose?
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Where are Class II fire systems usually found?
Where are Class II fire systems usually found?
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