Skip to main content

ASTTBC RFPT — Fire Alarm Systems (AL) · Question

Conductors that provide communication between the central alarm and control facility (CACF) and the rest of the building must have a fire-resistance rating of:

NBCC 3.2.7.10.(2) requires fire-rated protection for conductors between the CACF and the fire alarm transponders/devices on other floors to ensure commands can

Start free practice for ASTTBC RFPT — Fire Alarm Systems (AL)

30 questions · no signup required · 40 free questions per day

Start Practice →

Question: Conductors that provide communication between the central alarm and control facility (CACF) and the rest of the building must have a fire-resistance rating of:

Answer options: ✅ 1 hour or 2 hours depending on building height/type

  • 30 minutes
  • No rating required if in EMT conduit
  • Only required for smoke detectors

Correct answer: 1 hour or 2 hours depending on building height/type

Explanation: NBCC 3.2.7.10.(2) requires fire-rated protection for conductors between the CACF and the fire alarm transponders/devices on other floors to ensure commands can still be sent during a fire.

Start free practice for ASTTBC RFPT — Fire Alarm Systems (AL)

30 questions · no signup required · 40 free questions per day

Start Practice →

More about ASTTBC RFPT — Fire Alarm Systems (AL)

Related Questions

More for ASTTBC RFPT — Fire Alarm Systems (AL) candidates

Ready to practice?

Free, no signup required. Build a wrong-question list as you go.

Start Free ASTTBC RFPT — Fire Alarm Systems (AL) Practice →

Related courses

Other Canadian certifications candidates often prepare for alongside this one.