NFPA CFI-I Exam - Topic 1 Question 14 Discussion

Actual exam question for NFPA's CFI-I exam

Question #: 14
Topic #: 1

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Where shall fire department connections on wet-pipe automatic sprinkler systems be located?

AOn the system side of the water supply check valve

BOn the suction side of booster pumps

COn the supply side of the check valve in a single-riser system

DAbove the dry-pipe valve on a single-riser dry-pipe system

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Suggested Answer: A

The placement of the fire department connection (FDC) for a wet-pipe automatic sprinkler system is governed by NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

The FDC must be located on the system side of the water supply check valve (A). This ensures that the fire department can pump water into the system effectively and directly supply the sprinkler system during an emergency.

Suction side of booster pumps (B): This placement would not supply water correctly to the system during firefighting operations.

Supply side of the check valve (C): This would prevent water from entering the sprinkler system since the check valve blocks backflow from the FDC.

Above the dry-pipe valve (D): This applies to dry-pipe systems, not wet-pipe systems.

NFPA 13, Section 8.17.2.4: Location requirements for fire department connections.

by Royce at Jul 03, 2025, 08:59 PM

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Fabiola

5 months ago

Nope, it's definitely on the supply side of the check valve in a single-riser system.

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Yolande

5 months ago

Really? I thought it was supposed to be on the suction side of booster pumps.

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Aron

5 months ago

Totally agree, that's the standard practice!

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Tegan

6 months ago

They should be on the system side of the water supply check valve.

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Sharan

6 months ago

Wait, isn't it also important to consider the layout of the building?

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Lai

6 months ago

I’m a bit confused about the dry-pipe valve location; I thought connections were supposed to be below it, not above.

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Cecily

6 months ago

I feel like option C is right because it aligns with what we discussed in class about single-riser systems.

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Carman

7 months ago

I remember practicing a question about booster pumps, but I can't recall if they should be on the suction side or not.

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Ashleigh

7 months ago

I think the fire department connections should be on the supply side of the check valve, but I'm not completely sure.

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Silva

7 months ago

This is a good test of my knowledge on sprinkler system design. I'll carefully consider each option and try to eliminate the incorrect choices before selecting the best answer.

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Gwenn

7 months ago

I'm a little confused by the wording of the question and the answer choices. I may need to review my notes on sprinkler system components and their placement to feel confident in my answer.

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Alexia

7 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The fire department connection should be on the system side of the water supply check valve, so I'll go with option A.

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Scarlet

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem to cover different types of sprinkler systems, so I'll need to make sure I understand the specifics of each before selecting an answer.

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Otis

8 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about the proper location of fire department connections on wet-pipe sprinkler systems. I'll need to carefully review the options to determine the correct answer.

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Nakisha

10 months ago

This question is as clear as mud. I'm just going to guess and hope I get lucky. Maybe I should have paid more attention in sprinkler systems class.

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Nan

10 months ago

That's a valid point, Shawnta. It would ensure proper water flow to the sprinkler system.

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Kerry

10 months ago

Hmm, Option B is interesting, but I don't think the fire department wants to be messing with booster pumps. That's more of a plumber's job.

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Galen

8 months ago

I agree, having the connection on the system side makes more sense.

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Casandra

8 months ago

C) On the supply side of the check valve in a single-riser system

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Leoma

9 months ago

A) On the system side of the water supply check valve

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Shawnta

10 months ago

I believe the fire department connections should be on the supply side of the check valve in a single-riser system.

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Candra

10 months ago

I agree with Nan, it makes sense to have them there for easy access in case of emergency.

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Nan

10 months ago

I think the fire department connections should be located on the system side of the water supply check valve.

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Margurite

10 months ago

Option D is a trap! Who would put the connections above a dry-pipe valve? That's just asking for trouble.

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Tiera

10 months ago

I'm going with Option A. Placing the connections on the system side of the check valve allows the fire department to bypass the valve if needed.

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Tiara

10 months ago

Option C seems the most logical choice. Having the fire department connections on the supply side of the check valve ensures they can easily access the water supply.

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Edna

10 months ago

I think option C is the correct choice as well. It just makes the most sense for efficiency.

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Rikki

10 months ago

I agree, having the connections on the supply side makes it easier for the fire department to access the water.

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