ACI Certification Test: City Wide Standpipe System

The correct answer is to keep the Standpipe system inspection records on the premises and make them available to Fire Department representatives. This ensures that the records are easily accessible for review and inspection purposes by the Fire Department. By keeping the records on the premises, it allows for quick access and reference whenever needed. Making them available to Fire Department representatives ensures that they have access to the necessary information for inspection and compliance purposes.

The correct answer is "You can see the stem is fully extended." This is because in an OS&Y (Outside Screw and Yoke) valve, the stem moves up and down as the valve opens and closes. When the valve is open, the stem will be fully extended, indicating that the valve is open.

The correct answer is that the situation of the pressure tank being replaced and out of service for two days is a major defect in the fire protection system. This defect requires notification to the owner/manager, local fire company, and the bureau of Fire Prevention. This is because the sprinkler system is an essential component of the fire protection system, and any disruption or malfunction in it can pose a significant risk to the safety of the building and its occupants. Therefore, it is crucial to inform the relevant authorities and take appropriate measures to ensure fire safety during this period.

To test a supervisory device in a standpipe system, it is necessary to activate the control device in its normal manner. This means following the standard operating procedure for activating the device, ensuring that it functions correctly and triggers the necessary response in the system. This method allows for a comprehensive test of the supervisory device's effectiveness and ensures that it is working properly to monitor and control the standpipe system. Attaching alligator clips to the fusible element or the control board, as well as disconnecting wires, would not provide an accurate test of the control device's functionality.

The correct answer is "All of the above." This means that the impairment coordinator, before taking a system out of service, must determine the duration of the outage, inspect the affected areas and assess the increased risk, and notify the insurance carrier, central station operator, occupants of the affected area, and place out-of-service tags and discs at the appropriate locations. All of these actions are necessary to ensure proper communication, assessment of risk, and safety measures when a system is taken out of service.

The correct answer is at the lowest point of the system. The drain valve for the standpipe system is typically located at the lowest point to ensure that any accumulated water can be easily drained out. This location allows for efficient removal of water and prevents any potential damage or freezing of the system.

According to the given information, detailed records of a standpipe system inspections must be kept for a period of three years. This means that the records should be maintained and stored for three years from the date of the inspection. Keeping these records is important for future reference, tracking maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

A sketch of the entire standpipe system must be readily available and indicate the location of all control valves. This is important because control valves are crucial components of the standpipe system that allow for the regulation and control of water flow. Knowing the location of these valves is essential for maintenance and emergency situations, as they need to be easily accessible and operable. By having a sketch that clearly indicates the location of control valves, it ensures that they can be quickly located and operated when needed, helping to effectively manage and control the standpipe system.

Systems not complying with this fire code shall be considered impaired. This means that if a system does not meet the requirements set forth in the fire code, it is considered impaired and may not function properly in the event of a fire. It is important for systems to be in compliance with fire codes to ensure the safety of individuals and property.

The correct answer is red because red tags are used to indicate that a system or equipment is fully out of service. This helps to ensure that no one attempts to use or operate the system while it is not functioning properly or undergoing maintenance. Red tags are a universally recognized safety measure to prevent accidents or injuries.

A standpipe system is a type of fire protection system that consists of pipes and outlets for firefighters to connect their hoses to. It is designed to provide a readily available water supply for firefighting operations. The correct answer states that a standpipe system may be used in combination with a sprinkler system in the same building. This means that a building can have both a standpipe system and a sprinkler system installed to enhance fire protection. The answer implies that the two systems can work together to provide comprehensive fire suppression capabilities.

The tags are placed on the control valves after inspection.

A Siamese connection, also known as a standpipe, is used in a fire protection system to pump water into the system. This connection allows firefighters to easily connect their hoses to the system and provide a water supply for firefighting operations. By pumping water into the system, it ensures that there is an adequate water supply available to combat fires and protect the building or area.

The correct answer is a check valve. A check valve is necessary for the Siamese connection to prevent water from flowing back into the standpipe system when the fire department connects their hose. This valve ensures that water only flows out of the system and not back in, maintaining the pressure and integrity of the standpipe system during firefighting operations.

The main water control valve on a standpipe system is shut down when the stem of the OS&Y (Outside Screw and Yoke) valve is all the way in and unexposed. This indicates that the valve is fully closed and the water flow has been stopped. The OS&Y valve is designed in such a way that when the stem is turned clockwise, it moves inwards, closing the valve and stopping the water flow. Therefore, when the stem is all the way in and unexposed, it indicates that the valve is shut down.

The correct answer is "Fire Department, owner, MFAPC or MLP." This means that anyone from the Fire Department, the owner of the property, the MFAPC (Mutual Fire Aid Plan Committee), or the MLP (Mutual Life and Property) can place white or blue discs.

In the event that fully or partially out of service discs are placed, the appropriate party to notify would be the FDNY (Fire Department of New York). This is because the FDNY is responsible for ensuring fire safety and responding to emergencies in the city. They have the expertise and authority to address any issues related to fire safety, including the out of service discs on the premises. The building owner and standpipe service company may also need to be informed, but the primary contact should be the FDNY.

The Siamese connection is used by the Fire Department to enhance the water volume and pressure in fire protection systems. The color of the cap on the Siamese connection signifies the type of fire protection system in a building. The given options mention the correct colors for different systems, except for "Non-automatic sprinkler GREEN." This implies that the cap color for a non-automatic sprinkler system is not green.

A signal from a water flow switch installed on a standpipe system is considered a fire alarm signal because it indicates the presence of water flow, which is typically triggered by the activation of sprinklers or fire suppression systems in response to a fire. This signal is crucial in alerting occupants and emergency responders to the presence of a fire and initiating appropriate actions to mitigate the situation.

The question does not provide any information or context to determine the color of the disc. Therefore, without any additional details, it is not possible to accurately determine the color of the disc.

The FDC is a crucial component of a standpipe system, allowing firefighters to supplement the building's water supply during a fire. It provides a connection point for fire hoses to pump water from an external source, such as a fire hydrant or pumper truck, into the standpipe system, ensuring adequate water pressure and flow for firefighting operations.

In fire protection systems, the color red is typically used to indicate that a system or part of a system is fully out of service. This helps ensure that all personnel are aware that the system is not operational and that alternative safety measures may need to be taken.

When a standpipe system is partially out of service, the color of the tag that is used to indicate this is red. This is because red tags are commonly used to signify that a system or equipment is not fully operational or has certain limitations. In the case of a standpipe system, a red tag would indicate that only a portion of the system is functioning properly, while other parts may be temporarily unavailable or undergoing maintenance.

Standpipe systems are designed for fire protection, not aesthetics. Their primary functions are to provide a water supply for firefighters, enable occupants to extinguish small fires, and support sprinkler systems.