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NFPA CWBSP Exam - Topic 3 Question 14 Discussion

Posted by Simona on Apr 30, 2025 at 04:02 AM

What is the required density for a warehouse with 10 ft (3 m) deep multiple-row racks without an in-rack sprinkler

system that contains a nonencapsulated storing Class IlI commodity on wooden pallets and has a storage height of

18 ft (5.4 m) and 8 ft (2.4 m) aisles, and is using standard, ordinary temperature sprinkler heads?

Suggested Answer: B

For a warehouse with the described characteristics, a design density of 0.33 gpm/ft is a common requirement to ensure adequate protection for Class III commodities on wooden pallets, taking into account the storage configuration and commodity type.


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33 comments · newest first
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Katie 10 months ago
D seems excessive for that setup, right?
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Cyndy 10 months ago
Wait, is it really that low? I thought it would be higher.
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Mabel 10 months ago
I’m leaning towards C, 0.44 gpm/ft².
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Merissa 10 months ago
Totally agree, B seems right!
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Tiera 11 months ago
I think it's B, 0.33 gpm/ft².
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Anika 11 months ago
I feel like the answer is definitely not 0.25 gpm/ft². I think it has to be at least 0.33 gpm/ft² or higher for that storage height and commodity type.
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Jamey 11 months ago
I’m a bit confused about the aisle width affecting the density. I thought wider aisles might lower the required density, but I can't remember the specifics.
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Ernest 11 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I recall that for nonencapsulated Class III, the density usually goes higher than 0.25 gpm/ft². Maybe 0.44 gpm/ft²?
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Ty 12 months ago
I think the density might be around 0.33 gpm/ft², but I'm not entirely sure. I remember something about Class III commodities needing a bit more coverage.
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Tricia 12 months ago
This question seems straightforward enough, but I want to double-check my work. I'll make sure to carefully read through all the details and cross-reference the relevant fire safety standards before submitting my answer.
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Beatriz 12 months ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The key factors are the storage height, lack of in-rack sprinklers, and the ordinary temperature sprinkler heads. I'll work through the density calculation step-by-step to arrive at the correct answer.
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Glory 1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. There are a lot of specific details to keep track of. I'll need to review the fire code requirements for this type of warehouse configuration to make sure I select the right answer.
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Fausto 1 year ago
This looks like a pretty straightforward fire safety question. I'll need to carefully consider the details provided about the warehouse setup, storage height, and sprinkler system to determine the required density.
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Rebecka 1 year ago
I'm leaning towards 0.33 gpm/ft2 (13 mm/min) as well, but I can see why 0.44 gpm/ft2 (17.9 mm/min) might be necessary for safety.
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Gregoria 1 year ago
That's a good point, the type of commodity could definitely impact the required density.
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Dahlia 1 year ago
I disagree, I believe it should be 0.44 gpm/ft2 (17.9 mm/min) due to the type of commodity being stored.
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Robt 1 year ago
Trick question! The real answer is 42 gpm/ft2 - just kidding, of course it's C. Sprinklers are no joke, people.
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Lakeesha 1 year ago
As someone who's stocked way too many warehouses, I can tell you the answer is definitely C. You don't want to risk it with anything less!
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Sabina 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lakeesha
Thanks for the insight, I'll make sure to keep that in mind for future reference.
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Zoila 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lakeesha
I agree, it's better to be safe than sorry when it comes to warehouse safety.
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Roxane 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lakeesha
I think the answer is C) 0.44 gpm/ft2 (17.9 mm/min)
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Hillary 1 year ago
Hmm, this one's tricky. I'm tempted to say D just to be extra cautious, but C feels like the right call here.
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Levi 1 year ago
B seems too low for this scenario. Gotta go with C to be on the safe side.
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Bobbye 1 year ago
↳ replying to Levi
Yeah, better to go with C for the required density.
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Brittney 1 year ago
↳ replying to Levi
Agreed, C seems like the safest choice.
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Maryln 1 year ago
↳ replying to Levi
I think C is the best option for this situation.
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Gregoria 1 year ago
I think the required density is 0.33 gpm/ft2 (13 mm/min) because of the height of the racks.
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Lennie 1 year ago
I think the answer is C. The key details are the storage height, rack depth, and lack of in-rack sprinklers, which suggest a higher water density requirement.
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Lindsey 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lennie
I think the answer is C. The key details are the storage height, rack depth, and lack of in-rack sprinklers, which suggest a higher water density requirement.
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Kaitlyn 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lennie
D) 0.52 gpm/ft2 (20.8 mm/min)
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Aja 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lennie
C) 0.44 gpm/ft2 (17.9 mm/min)
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Nan 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lennie
B) 0.33 gpm/ft2 (13 mm/min)
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Tamesha 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lennie
A) 0.25 gpm/ft2 (10.2 mm/min)
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