Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)

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Which standard provides guidance on the proper location of automatic sprinkler heads near ducts?

  1. NFPA 10

  2. NFPA 13

  3. NFPA 25

  4. NFPA 72

The correct answer is: NFPA 13

The correct option directs you to NFPA 13, which is the standard specifically focused on the installation of sprinkler systems. This document provides detailed guidance on the placement and spacing of automatic sprinkler heads, including those in proximity to ducts. Properly locating sprinkler heads near ducts is crucial because airflow can impact how effectively a sprinkler operates during a fire. NFPA 13 addresses various installation considerations to ensure that sprinkler systems provide adequate coverage and activation under conditions typical of a fire scenario. Sprinkler heads must be positioned so that they can effectively suppress fires, taking into account obstructions such as ducts, which may affect the sprinkler's ability to discharge water effectively. The focus of the other standards is different; for example, NFPA 10 pertains to portable fire extinguishers, NFPA 25 deals with the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems, and NFPA 72 is about fire alarm systems. Therefore, none of these alternatives directly address the guidance required for the location of automatic sprinkler heads near ducts like NFPA 13 does.

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