Sprinkler System Quiz

1

How do automatic sprinkler systems activate?

By manual control

By heat activation

By smoke detection

By timer

2

What color are sprinkler heads typically painted?

Red

White

Black

They are not painted

3

All sprinkler heads activate simultaneously when one is triggered.

True

False

4

How often should sprinkler systems be inspected?

Monthly

Quarterly

Annually

Every 5 years

5

What is the minimum clearance required around sprinkler heads?

6 inches

12 inches

18 inches

24 inches

6

What temperature do most sprinkler heads activate at?

100°F

135-165°F

200°F

250°F

7

How do sprinkler systems work?

All sprinklers activate at once

Only the sprinkler nearest the fire activates

They activate randomly

They activate based on time

8

What should be done if a sprinkler head is damaged?

Ignore it

Replace it immediately

Paint over it

Cover it

9

How often should sprinkler systems be inspected?

Monthly

Quarterly

Annually

Every 5 years

10

What is the purpose of a sprinkler system valve?

To control water flow

To make noise

To save energy

To look good

11

What type of sprinkler system is most common?

Wet pipe

Dry pipe

Pre-action

Deluge

12

What should be kept clear around sprinkler heads?

Nothing

Only furniture

All obstacles within 18 inches

Only decorations

13

What is the primary purpose of a sprinkler system?

To water plants

To control and extinguish fires

To cool buildings

To save money