Fire Safety Quiz

What is the primary purpose of explosion venting?

• To create explosions

• To suppress explosions

• To relieve pressure

• To ignite fires

What is the primary function of sprinkler systems in fire suppression?

• To detect fires

• To alarm occupants

• To suppress fires

• To ventilate smoke

What is the primary advantage of a pre-action sprinkler system over a dry-pipe system?

• Faster response time

• Less maintenance required

• Lower installation cost

• Reduced risk of accidental discharge

What are the two main classifications of smoke detectors?

• Thermal and Optical

• Photoelectric and Ionization

• Mechanical and Chemical

• Infrared and Ultraviolet

What are the elements in an explosion suppression system?

• Pressure detector and alarm

• Suppressors and sprinklers

• Suppressant material and purging mechanism

• Venting system and diaphragms

Which component of a sprinkler system retains and controls the flow of water?

• Alarm

• Valve

• Sprinkler head

• Pipe

Where is the best location to mount a smoke detector according to safety guidelines?

• On the floor

• Near electrical outlets

• Near the ceiling

• Outside the building

What is the primary purpose of fire detection and alarm systems?

• To suppress fires

• To detect and notify about fires

• To provide emergency lighting

• To control fire exits

Which of the following is NOT a type of fire detector?

• Heat detector

• Smoke detector

• Pressure detector

• Flame detector

Which type of sprinkler system operates with water always present in the piping?

• Wet-pipe system

• Dry pipe system

• Pre-action system

• Deluge system