Fire Insp & Code Enf Ch 14

: The main fire alarm system component that monitors equipment and circuits, receives input signals from initiating devices, activates notification appliances, and transmits signals offsite. Page 608

• Fire alarm control unit
• Primary power supply
• Secondary power supply
• Initiating devices

The design and installation of the fire detection and alarm system are should conform to which two NFPA provisions? Page 608

• NFPA 70
• NFPA 72
• NFPA 13
• NFPA 14

The controls for the fire alarm system are located where? Page 608

• Fire alarm control unit
• Primary power supply
• Secondary power supply
• Initiating devices

The ___ usually comes from the building's main power connection to the local utility provider. Page 609

• Primary electrical power supply
• Secondary electrical power supply
• Emergency response signal transmission
• Supervisory signal

All fire alarm systems must have a? Page 609

• Secondary electrical power supply
• Primary electrical power supply
• Automatic sprinkler system
• Smoke damper

True or false: The secondary power supply must be capable of providing normal, (nonalarm) standby conditions capacity and power to fully operate an alarm condition. Page 609

• True
• False

Secondary power sources can consist of: (select all that apply) Page 610

• Batteries with chargers
• Engine-driven generators with a storage battery
• Multiple engine-driven generators, of which one must be set for automatic starting
• Electrical cords

What are the types of initiating devices? (select all that apply) Page 610

• Automatic
• Manual
• Battery-powered
• Engine-powered

What is the most common type of alarm-signaling system used for signaling a fire alarm in a structure? Page 610

• Audible
• Visual
• Textual
• Tactile

: Approved sounding devices, such as horns, bells, or speakers, that indicate a fire or emergency condition. Page 611

• Audible
• Visual
• Textual
• Tactile