Fire Pump Installation Quiz
1. Among acceptable power supplies for fire pumps, which can be used as a stand-alone power source without a backup?
- a) Battery backup system
- b) Solar panels
- c) Reliable utility service
- d) Hybrid power system
Answer: c) Reliable utility service
2. According to NFPA 70, Article 100, a service begins where the utility wiring stops. This point is referred to as the:
- a) Service disconnect
- b) Service point
- c) Load center
- d) Circuit breaker
Answer: b) Service point
3. For fire pump installations, electrical power should ideally be provided through:
- a) A shared circuit with other equipment
- b) A battery backup system
- c) A dedicated circuit to the fire pump controller
- d) A general-purpose extension cord
Answer: c) A dedicated circuit to the fire pump controller
4. The service equipment for fire pump installations should be located to:
- a) Increase power efficiency
- b) Minimize the possibility of damage by fire
- c) Allow easy access for maintenance
- d) Support multiple electrical loads
Answer: b) Minimize the possibility of damage by fire
5. On-site electrical power production includes:
- a) Utility-provided power
- b) Renewable energy from off-site sources
- c) Prime movers and generators located on the premises
- d) Electrical power purchased from third-party vendors
Answer: c) Prime movers and generators located on the premises
6. What is the primary role of on-site generation in fire pump installations?
- a) To supplement utility power during peak hours
- b) To supply all electrical loads in the facility
- c) To reduce energy costs
- d) To ensure compliance with NFPA 70
Answer: b) To supply all electrical loads in the facility
7. What is the connection method for electrical power when a dedicated service is not possible for fire pump installations?
- a) Tap ahead of the service disconnect
- b) Shared connection with general building circuits
- c) Connection via an extension cord
- d) Integration with solar inverters
Answer: a) Tap ahead of the service disconnect
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