FDNY Sprinkler Standpipe System S-12/S-
13 Exam Marking Scheme 2024
Automatic Standpipe System - Answer- A standpipe system that is attached to a water
supply capable of supplying the system demand at all times and that requires no action
other than opening a hose valve to provide water at hose...
FDNY Sprinkler Standpipe System S-12/S-
13 Exam Marking Scheme 2024
Automatic Standpipe System - Answer- A standpipe system that is attached to a water
supply capable of supplying the system demand at all times and that requires no action
other than opening a hose valve to provide water at hose connections.
Churning - Answer- A condition in a centrifugal in which the impeller is rotating, but no
water is being discharged.
Combination Standpipe and Sprinkler System - Answer- A system where the water
piping service both 2 1/2in (65) outlet for fire Department use and oulet for automatic
sprinkler
Concealed Sprinkler - Answer- A recessed sprinkler with a cover plate
Deluge Valve - Answer- water supply control valve intended to be operated by actuation
of an automatic detection system that is installed in the same area as the discharge
devices. Suitable for HAZARDOUS OCCUPANCIES. INTENDED USE IS MANUAL
AND AUTO
Deludge Sprinkler System - Answer- A sprinkler system employing open sprinklers that
are attached to a piping system that is connected to a water supply through a VALVE
that is opened of a DETECTION SYSTEM installed in the same area as the sprinklers
Dry Pipe Sprinkler System - Answer- A sprinkler system employing automatic sprinklers
that are attached to a piping system containing air or nitrogen under pressure. The
release of the air or nitrogen,(as from the opening of a sprinkler) results in the water
, pressure opening a valve known as a dry pipe valve, resulting in the flow of water into
the piping system and out of the fused sprinklers heads.
Dry Sprinkler - Answer- A sprinkler secured in an extension nipple that has a seal at the
inlet to prevent water from entering the nipple until the sprinkler operates. May be
configured with an upright, pendent or sidewall sprinkler. AUTO/NON_AUTO
Dry Standpipe - Answer- A standpipe system designed to have piping contain water
only when the system is being utilized (NO AUTOMATIC WATER SUPPLY)
Fire Department Connection - Answer- A connection, normally on the exterior of the
building. (FORMERLY KNOW AS SIAMESE CONNECTION)
Fire Hose - Answer- A flexible conduit constructed of one or more reinforcements
(JACKETS),
Fire Hydrant - Answer- A valve connection on a water supply system having one or
more outlets and that is used to supply hose and fire department pumps with water.
Bulb Sprinkler - Answer- A sprinkler operated by heat breaking a glass bulb filled with a
non-freezing liquid with diamiter that vary from 3mm for quick response sprinklers to
5mm for standard response sprinklers.
Hose Connection - Answer- a combination of equipment provided for connection of a
hose to the standpipe system that includes a hose valve with a threaded outlet.
Hose Station - Answer- a combination of a hose rack, hose nozzle, hose, and hose
connection.
Impairment Coordinator - Answer- Person responsible for ensuring the proper safety
precautions are taken when the fire protection system is placed out of service
(designated by the owner)
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