Central Station And Monitoring Standards

1. An MFVN is required to have 24 hours of power supply capacity for MFVN communications equipment located at the communications service provider's central office.

True

False

The statement is true because an MFVN (Multi-Function Virtual Network) needs to have a 24-hour power supply capacity for the communications equipment located at the central office of the communications service provider. This ensures uninterrupted operations and availability of the MFVN communication services to customers.

Explanation

The statement is true because an MFVN (Multi-Function Virtual Network) needs to have a 24-hour power supply capacity for the communications equipment located at the central office of the communications service provider. This ensures uninterrupted operations and availability of the MFVN communication services to customers.

2. Which of the following provides the highest level of protection?

Central station

Remote station

Local monitoring station

Proprietary station

explanatory material in NFPA 72

Explanation

explanatory material in NFPA 72

3. A central station is required to have _____.

One monitoring agent per 1,000 subscribers

At least three people on duty at all times

Their operators certified by the Central Station Alarm Associations Operator Level 1 Course

At least two qualified operators on duty at all times

A central station is required to have at least two qualified operators on duty at all times. This ensures that there are enough staff members available to effectively monitor and respond to any alarms or emergencies that may occur. Having multiple operators also allows for better coordination and collaboration in handling different situations. This requirement helps to ensure the safety and security of the subscribers and the proper functioning of the central station.

Explanation

A central station is required to have at least two qualified operators on duty at all times. This ensures that there are enough staff members available to effectively monitor and respond to any alarms or emergencies that may occur. Having multiple operators also allows for better coordination and collaboration in handling different situations. This requirement helps to ensure the safety and security of the subscribers and the proper functioning of the central station.

4. According to NFPA 72, the term immediately is intended to mean _____.

Within 30 seconds

Without unreasonable delay

Within 90 seconds

As soon as possible for the signal to be handled by the operator

NFPA 72, 2013, A.26.3.8.1.2(1)

Explanation

NFPA 72, 2013, A.26.3.8.1.2(1)

5. A technician is required to respond to a monitored remote station alarm system _____.

Within two hours of a fire alarm even if it resets

Within two hours of a fire alarm only if it needs resetting

Within two hours for a fire alarm or trouble signal and four hours for a supervisory signal

Nobody is required to respond

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Explanation

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6. VoIP consists of two major categories:

Dedicated and non-dedicated

Facilities based and non-facilities based

Static IP and DHCP

Digital and analog

The correct answer is Static IP and DHCP. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) refers to the technology that allows voice communication over the internet. In this context, the two major categories of VoIP are static IP and DHCP. A static IP address is a fixed address that is manually assigned to a device, while DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. Both static IP and DHCP can be used in VoIP systems, but they have different advantages and considerations.

Explanation

The correct answer is Static IP and DHCP. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) refers to the technology that allows voice communication over the internet. In this context, the two major categories of VoIP are static IP and DHCP. A static IP address is a fixed address that is manually assigned to a device, while DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. Both static IP and DHCP can be used in VoIP systems, but they have different advantages and considerations.

7. The Central Station Alarm Association soon will be renamed the _____.

Monitoring Association

American Alarm Monitoring Association

Critical Events Center

Remote Events Monitoring Association

The correct answer is "Monitoring Association" because the sentence states that the Central Station Alarm Association will be renamed, and out of the given options, "Monitoring Association" is the only one that aligns with the original name and suggests a broader focus on monitoring services.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Monitoring Association" because the sentence states that the Central Station Alarm Association will be renamed, and out of the given options, "Monitoring Association" is the only one that aligns with the original name and suggests a broader focus on monitoring services.

8. A remote station system does not include which of the following requirements?

Record keeping

Service agreements

Dispatching the appropriate authorities

Being acceptable to the AHJ

A remote station system is a system that allows for remote monitoring and control of various equipment or processes. It typically includes features such as record keeping, dispatching the appropriate authorities, and being acceptable to the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction). However, service agreements are not a requirement for a remote station system as they are not directly related to its functioning or operation. Service agreements are typically contracts between a service provider and a customer for the provision of specific services, which may or may not be necessary for the remote station system to function effectively.

Explanation

A remote station system is a system that allows for remote monitoring and control of various equipment or processes. It typically includes features such as record keeping, dispatching the appropriate authorities, and being acceptable to the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction). However, service agreements are not a requirement for a remote station system as they are not directly related to its functioning or operation. Service agreements are typically contracts between a service provider and a customer for the provision of specific services, which may or may not be necessary for the remote station system to function effectively.

9. MFVN providers include cable operators and telephone companies but do not include Internet-based providers that use the public Internet to carry calls.

True

False

The statement is true because MFVN providers, which stands for Multi-Function Video Networks, include cable operators and telephone companies. These providers offer a range of services such as television, internet, and telephone services. However, they do not include internet-based providers that use the public internet to carry calls. This means that providers like Skype or WhatsApp, which use the internet to make calls, are not considered MFVN providers.

Explanation

The statement is true because MFVN providers, which stands for Multi-Function Video Networks, include cable operators and telephone companies. These providers offer a range of services such as television, internet, and telephone services. However, they do not include internet-based providers that use the public internet to carry calls. This means that providers like Skype or WhatsApp, which use the internet to make calls, are not considered MFVN providers.

10. Record keeping of all signals shall be maintained for at least _____ year(s).

1

2

3

5

NFPA 72, 2013, 26.3.9

Explanation

NFPA 72, 2013, 26.3.9

11. Because the terms placarded and certificated are so widely understood, the 2013 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code continues to use them.

True

False

The statement suggests that the 2013 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code continues to use the terms "placarded" and "certificated" because they are widely understood. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that the statement is incorrect. An explanation for this could be that the 2013 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code actually does not use these terms, despite their widespread understanding.

Explanation

The statement suggests that the 2013 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code continues to use the terms "placarded" and "certificated" because they are widely understood. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that the statement is incorrect. An explanation for this could be that the 2013 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code actually does not use these terms, despite their widespread understanding.

12. The false alarm factor is calculated by multiplying the number of times the police respond to an alarm by the number of alarm dealers in their jurisdiction.

True

False

The statement is true because the false alarm factor is indeed calculated by multiplying the number of times the police respond to an alarm by the number of alarm dealers in their jurisdiction. This calculation helps determine the effectiveness and efficiency of alarm systems and their impact on police resources.

Explanation

The statement is true because the false alarm factor is indeed calculated by multiplying the number of times the police respond to an alarm by the number of alarm dealers in their jurisdiction. This calculation helps determine the effectiveness and efficiency of alarm systems and their impact on police resources.

13. Alarm companies are permitted to remotely program a fire alarm system _____.

Never

Only to do minor (less than 10 percent) changes

Only when a technician is on site

Whenever the AHJ requires it

Alarm companies are allowed to remotely program a fire alarm system, but only for minor changes that make up less than 10 percent of the system. This means that they can make small adjustments or modifications to the system without needing to physically be on site. However, any major changes or significant alterations to the system would require a technician to be present.

Explanation

Alarm companies are allowed to remotely program a fire alarm system, but only for minor changes that make up less than 10 percent of the system. This means that they can make small adjustments or modifications to the system without needing to physically be on site. However, any major changes or significant alterations to the system would require a technician to be present.

14. The requirements for a remote supervising station alarm system first appeared in the Code in _____.

1952

1961

1973

1993

The requirements for a remote supervising station alarm system were first introduced in the Code in 1961. This implies that before 1961, there were no specific guidelines or regulations regarding remote supervising station alarm systems.

Explanation

The requirements for a remote supervising station alarm system were first introduced in the Code in 1961. This implies that before 1961, there were no specific guidelines or regulations regarding remote supervising station alarm systems.

15. MFVN systems are outlined in _____ of NFPA 72, 2013 Edition

Section 3.3 General Definitions

Chapter 26, Section 12, MFVN

Chapter 29, Supervising Station Systems

Various locations throughout the code

3.3.152 and A 3.3.152

Explanation

3.3.152 and A 3.3.152