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A new building is to have a wet pipe fire sprinkler system connected to an existing city main. Which of the following tests is not required by NFPA 13 for the fire sprinkler system or underground service? a. flushing test b. hydrostatic test c. main drain test d. water delivery test Solution | Posted 09/10/19
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In-Rack Sprinkler System Control Valve Arrangement:
Concerning the valve arrangement shown in Figure 7.8.2.8.4 (NFPA 13 - 2016): (One preaction valve is used for both ceiling and in-rack sprinklers protecting the same area) In-Rack Sprinkler System Control Valves section in NFPA 13 requires that separate indicating control valves and drains shall be provided and arranged so that ceiling and in-rack sprinkler systems can be controlled independently. Assuming separate detection systems for ceiling sprinkler systems and in-rack sprinkler systems: Is the separate check valve in the Figure 7.8.2.8.4 for ceiling & in-rack required for a single interlock preaction system? Could it be removed? Posted anonymously for discussion. Discuss This | Submit Your Question | Subscribe A continuous membrane with a fire protection rating constructed to limit the spread of fire is which of the following? a. smoke partition b. fire compartment c. fire barrier d. proscenium wall Solution | Posted 09/09/19
Many two-inlet (2 x 2-1/2") fire department connections I'm familiar with and commonly have a single-clapper, where the clapper will swing and cover the inside of the inlet on the side of the FDC not being used to prevent flow out of the other inlet.
Is there any advantage to having a double clapper? One disadvantage I see is that you can't forward-flow test the backflow preventer out the FDC if there are clappers for each inlet. Posted anonymously for discussion. Discuss This | Submit Your Question | Subscribe How does AutoSPRINK compare with HydraList for stocklisting? I know many local fabricators are familiar with the HydraList files and I've used the program for years now, but I've also heard good things about AutoSPRINK - just wanted to know how the two compare from users on the stocklisting side of things.
Posted anonymously for discussion. Discuss This | Submit Your Question | Subscribe A new-construction high-rise is being installed. Where a vertical trash chute has openings into a room on each floor, which of the following is not required? a. The room must not be greater than 400 square feet (37 square meters) b. The chute can be no greater than 24 square feet (2.2 square meters) c. The room may only be used for storage d. The room must have automatic sprinklers Solution | Posted 09/05/19
Does the proximity to a residence and the number of windows make a difference in which system is used (NFPA 13 vs 13R vs 13D)?
What are those requirements that make it change? Posted anonymously for discussion. Discuss This | Submit Your Question | Subscribe Thank you to all forum contributors for August. We're continually seeing an uptick in interest and expertise, and I appreciate your willingness to encourage growth in our industry with your contributions! Here's the top commenters for August:
I'm looking for basic to intermediate online training for means of egress and passive fire protection topics for myself and my team.
Any tips for finding quality continuing education in this arena? We work mostly with the IBC, but occasionally with NFPA 101 as well. Posted anonymously for discussion. Discuss This | Submit Your Question | Subscribe A four-story low-rise senior retirement living facility is being designed without the need for health support services. Which of the following areas, which each serve the entire floor level, does not require a minimum of one-hour fire resistance rating? a. A 300 sqft laundry room b. A 50 sqft trash room c. A 100 sqft storage room d. All of the above Solution | Posted 09/03/19
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