Instructor

Scott A. GoffDeputy State Fire Marshal

Captain/EMT-I Stanfield Fire District

FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Fire alarm systems alert occupants and other parties of an emergency condition.

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Alarm systems consist of several components you should know about.

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There are several alarm system components firefighters should know.

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There are several alarm system components firefighters should know.

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There are several alarm system components firefighters should know.

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There are several alarm system components firefighters should know.

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REVIEW QUESTION

What are the basic components of an alarm system?

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There are several types of alarm signaling systems in use.

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There are several types of alarm signaling systems in use.

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REVIEW QUESTION

How do protected premises and station alarm systems differ?

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Alarm-initiating devices send a signal to the alarm system when fire is present.

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Pull stations allow occupants to initiate the fire signaling system.

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Heat detectors activate when temperatures in monitored area reach a predetermined point.

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There are several types of fixed- temperature detectors.

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There are several types of fixed- temperature detectors.

Rate-of-rise detectors signal when temperatures rise quickly.

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There are several types of rate-of-rise detectors.

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Smoke detectors and alarms both detect the presence of products of combustion.

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Photoelectric smoke detectors can respond more quickly than ionization- type.

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Ionization smoke detectors react to ionized molecules in the chamber.

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There are several types of power sources used for these devices.

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The basic types of flame detectors detect light in different spectrums.

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Flame detectors are among the fastest to respond, even in non-fire conditions.

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Fire-gas detectors operate by detecting gases that may be released.

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Air Sampling Detectors

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Combination detectors combine various systems into a single device.

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REVIEW QUESTION

What are the major categories of alarm-initiating devices?

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Automatic sprinkler systems are an integrated system of pipes, sprinklers, and control valves.

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There are two general types of automatic sprinkler systems.

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Understanding sprinkler systems also requires other information.

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Sprinkler systems have several effects on life safety during a fire.

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Sprinkler systems are made up of several components.

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Sprinklers are fixed spray nozzles that operate to discharge water.

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All of the common release mechanisms for sprinklers respond to heat.

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Sprinkler deflectors create the discharge pattern of water downward.

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Sprinkler storage cabinets are usually installed near a riser or valve.

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Most system main water control valves are indicating valves.

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There are other operating valves also used on sprinkler systems.

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Water flow alarms initiate when water begins to flow in the system.

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The water supply for a sprinkler system must address several considerations.

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The water supply for a sprinkler system must address several considerations.

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REVIEW QUESTION

What are the fundamental aspects of a sprinkler system?

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Each type of sprinkler system requires understanding of several concepts.

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Each type of sprinkler system requires understanding of several concepts.

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Each type of sprinkler system requires understanding of several concepts.

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Each type of sprinkler system requires understanding of several concepts.

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Each type of sprinkler system requires understanding of several concepts.

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Residential sprinkler systems require understanding of several concepts.

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REVIEW QUESTION

How do the application methods for sprinkler systems differ?

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Standpipe and hose systems are designed for a specific purpose.

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Standpipe systems are made up of several components.

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Standpipe systems are regulated by two NFPA® standards.

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Standpipe systems are classified in three different groups.

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There are several types of standpipe systems you should know about.

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There are several types of standpipe systems you should know about.

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Know which connection you are making!

Fire Department Connections

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REVIEW QUESTION

How are standpipe systems classified?

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Smoke management systems remove and/or control the spread of smoke.

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Smoke control strategies use various methods to remove smoke.

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Each type of smoke control systems may be dedicated or non-dedicated.

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The firefighters’ smoke control station provides a location for monitoring.

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REVIEW QUESTION

What types of smoke control systems can be used at an incident?

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• Many buildings are protected, partially or fully, by fire protection systems that range from simple to complex.

• These systems can perform a variety of functions and it is important that these are identified during pre-incident surveys to ensure firefighters understand how to operate in these structures.

Summary

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