S-13 NYC City Wide Standpipe Test Questions And Correct Answers

S-13 NYC City Wide Standpipe Test Questions And Correct Answers Automatic Standpipe System - Correct 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. Auxiliary water supply - Correct Answer supplementary source of water for a standpipe and/or sprinkler system Control Valve - Correct Answer A valve controlling flow to water-based fire protection systems. Control valves do not include hose valves, inspector's test valves, drain valves, trim valves for dry pipe, pre-action and deluge valves, check valves, or relief valves. Branch line - Correct Answer A pipe system, generally in a horizontal plane, connecting not more than one hose connection with a standpipe. Deficiency - Correct Answer A condition in which the application of the component is not within its designed limits or specifications. Deluge Valve - Correct Answer A 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. Each deluge valve is intended to be capable of automatic and manual operation. Deluge systems are