Fire alarm systems

Which of the following is a type of fire alarm?

• Smoke detector

• Water sprinkler

• Air conditioner

• Heater

What is the function of the "Master Control Panel" in a fire alarm system?

• To detect smoke

• To control the entire system

• To sound the alarm

• To monitor temperature

What is the role of the master control panel in an intruder alarm system?

• Detects movement

• Sounds the alarm

• Processes signals from detectors

• Provides power to the system

How does the ionisation chamber type smoke detector operate?

• By detecting changes in temperature

• By detecting changes in light intensity

• By detecting a current flowing through the ionisation chamber

• By detecting sound waves

What happens to the current in an ionisation chamber type smoke detector when smoke is present?

• It increases to a higher level

• It remains the same

• It falls to a pre-set level

• It fluctuates randomly

What triggers the alarm in an optical smoke detector?

• Increase in temperature

• Increase in humidity

• Light falling on the light trap falls to a pre-set level

• Sound waves reaching a certain frequency

What can rate of rise detectors sense?

• Constant temperature

• Sudden change in temperature

• Humidity levels

• Light intensity

With which standard must emergency lighting systems comply?

• ISO 9001

• BS5266-1 2005

• OSHA 1910

• NFPA 101

What is the purpose of escape lighting?

• Long term lighting for work continuation

• Short term lighting for evacuation

• Decorative lighting for aesthetics

• Task lighting for detailed work

What is the characteristic of standby lighting?

• It is used for decoration

• It is short term lighting

• It allows for continuation of work

• It is used for outdoor events