TCFP Plans Examiner Practice Test

Which NFPA standard provides guidelines for fixed water spray systems?

1. NFPA 15

2. NFPA 16

3. NFPA 13D

4. NFPA 14

The correct answer is: NFPA 15

The NFPA standard that provides guidelines specifically for fixed water spray systems is NFPA 15. This standard addresses the design, installation, and maintenance of water spray systems that use fixed piping and spray nozzles to suppress fires, protect structures, and provide effective cooling in certain industrial and commercial applications. NFPA 15 outlines critical components such as water supply, system components, and hazard evaluations, ensuring that these systems can be effectively deployed to mitigate fire hazards. Other standards mentioned focus on different aspects of fire protection. For example, NFPA 16 pertains to the installation of foam-water sprinkler systems; NFPA 13D covers the installation of sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings; and NFPA 14 relates to standpipe and hose systems. Each of these standards serves a unique purpose within the fire protection framework, differentiating them from the specific role of NFPA 15 in regulating fixed water spray systems.