Fire Protection

What is the primary purpose of water sprinklers in a building?

• To decorate the ceiling

• To provide air conditioning

• To keep the fire under control and enable safe evacuation

• To clean the floors automatically

How are horizontal branch pipes usually laid out in a sprinkler system?

• In a parallel format, with spacing depending on the use of the building

• In a circular format, with fixed spacing

• Randomly, with no specific pattern

• Vertically, with equal spacing

What is the primary purpose of fire hose reels in buildings?

• To provide quick response by occupants to handle the fire

• To decorate the building

• To store cleaning supplies

• To provide lighting in emergencies

Approximately how long is the hose typically found on a fire hose reel, and what is its internal diameter?

• 20m long, 25mm internal diameter

• 10m long, 50mm internal diameter

• 30m long, 10mm internal diameter

• 5m long, 100mm internal diameter

Explain why it is important for a fire detection and alarm system standard to cover multiple types of detectors such as heat, smoke, optical, and aspirating detectors.

• To ensure comprehensive detection of different fire scenarios

• To reduce the cost of installation

• To limit the use of technology

• To make the system more complex

Which component of a fire alarm system is responsible for providing a warning that can be heard locally?

• Locally audible warning device

• Fire indicator panels

• Emergency backup power supply

• System testing facilities

A building manager wants to ensure their fire alarm system is reliable. Which combination of features should they prioritize based on the provided information?

• Fire detectors, system testing facilities, emergency backup power supply

• Fire extinguishers, smoke ventilation, emergency lighting

• Water sprinklers, fire doors, exit signs

• Security cameras, motion sensors, intercoms

What is one primary function of indicator panels in fire detectors and alarm systems?

• To provide lighting during a fire emergency

• To indicate the origin of a fire and activate an audible sound

• To monitor building temperature for comfort

• To control building entry points

Which of the following is NOT a function of indicator panels in fire alarm systems?

• Transmitting a signal to the fire brigade

• Shutting down or reversing the air conditioning system

• Pressurising fire escapes

• Providing internet connectivity

How can indicator panels contribute to the safety of building occupants during a fire emergency? (DoK Level 3)

• By providing entertainment

• By shutting down or reversing the air conditioning system and pressurising fire escapes

• By increasing the building temperature

• By locking all exits