TCFP Plans Examiner Practice Test

NFPA 14 establishes standards for which of the following systems?

1. Foam-Water Spray Systems

2. Sprinkler Systems

3. Standpipes and Hose Systems

4. Water Spray Fixed Systems

The correct answer is: Standpipes and Hose Systems

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 14 is specifically focused on the standards and requirements for standpipe and hose systems. These systems are critical in providing a reliable means of water supply during fire emergencies, allowing trained personnel direct access to water for firefighting operations within buildings. Standpipes are vertical pipes that provide a water supply to fire hoses at designated locations, making them essential for high-rise buildings and areas where firefighters may need to carry hoses significant distances. NFPA 14 outlines the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of these systems to ensure their effectiveness and reliability. In contrast, the other choices—foam-water spray systems, sprinkler systems, and water spray fixed systems—are governed by different NFPA codes, such as NFPA 11 for foam systems, NFPA 13 for sprinkler systems, and NFPA 15 for water spray fixed systems. Each of these codes focuses on specific types of fire protection systems, thus establishing standards tailored to their unique operational requirements and functions.