NFPA Exam CFI-I Topic 3 Question 10 Discussion

Actual exam question for NFPA's CFI-I exam

Question #: 10
Topic #: 3

When may acoustical and decorative materials such as cotton, hay, paper, straw, moss, split bamboo, and wood chips be used as decorations within an assembly occupancy?

AMaterials not permitted

BWhen small quantities are used

CWhen they meet independent third-party certification

DWhen flame-retardant treated to the satisfaction of the AHJ

Show Suggested Answer

Suggested Answer: A

Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:

Sprinkler System Design and Installation:

NFPA 13 (Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems) provides detailed guidance on the design, installation, and requirements for water storage tanks, including minimum water temperature to prevent freezing in cold climates.

Other Options Explained:

Option B (NFPA 25): Focuses on inspection, testing, and maintenance of systems, not design parameters.

Option C (NFPA 72): Covers fire alarm systems, not sprinkler systems.

Option D (NFPA 101): Addresses life safety issues, not sprinkler system specifics.

Summary:

Use NFPA 13 to determine the minimum required water temperature for sprinkler system storage tanks.

by Daniel at Mar 21, 2025, 11:30 PM

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Vincent

1 months ago

Moss and wood chips as decorations? Somebody's trying to turn this place into a hobbit hole. I'll go with A and save us all from a fiery Shire.

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Karan

14 days ago

Definitely, safety first.

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Catalina

16 days ago

Agreed, let's not risk it with moss and wood chips.

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Jesse

18 days ago

I think we should stick with materials that are not permitted.

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Sage

1 months ago

Third-party certification, huh? Sounds legit. I'll go with C and hope I don't end up in the ashes.

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Dierdre

8 days ago

User 3: Definitely, can't be too careful when it comes to fire safety.

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Laticia

16 days ago

User 2: Yeah, I agree. Better to be cautious with those materials.

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Dominga

19 days ago

User 1: I think C sounds safe, third-party certification is important.

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Ngoc

2 months ago

Flame-retardant treated materials? That's a nice safety measure, but I don't trust the AHJ to be satisfied. I'll go with B.

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Julene

8 days ago

I understand your concern, but D) When flame-retardant treated to the satisfaction of the AHJ might be the best option for safety.

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Marti

10 days ago

I think C) When they meet independent third-party certification is the way to go.

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Aleshia

24 days ago

I agree, it's better to be safe than sorry. B) When small quantities are used

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Galen

2 months ago

Wait, so we can use these materials as long as they're in small quantities? That's a bit vague. I'm going to go with C to be on the safe side.

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Diego

2 months ago

Ugh, cotton and hay as decorations? Sounds like a fire hazard waiting to happen. I'll have to go with A on this one.

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Craig

12 days ago

Bernardo: Better safe than sorry, I'll stick with materials not permitted.

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Heike

13 days ago

User 3: Yeah, I always make sure they meet the AHJ's satisfaction.

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Bernardo

14 days ago

User 2: I think it's only safe to use them when flame-retardant treated.

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Wai

15 days ago

User 1: I agree, using cotton and hay as decorations does sound risky.

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Anjelica

19 days ago

User 4: Materials not permitted seems like the safest option here.

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Owen

24 days ago

User 3: Yeah, small quantities might be okay, but safety first!

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Lillian

29 days ago

User 2: I think it's only allowed when flame-retardant treated to the satisfaction of the AHJ.

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Lynette

1 months ago

User 2: Definitely, I think it's best to go with materials that are flame-retardant treated.

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Ligia

1 months ago

User 1: I agree, using cotton and hay as decorations does sound risky.

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Beckie

1 months ago

User 1: I agree, using cotton and hay as decorations does sound risky.

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Hannah

2 months ago

I agree with both of you. It's important to follow the regulations to ensure safety in assembly occupancies.

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Dulce

2 months ago

I believe they can also be used if they are flame-retardant treated to the satisfaction of the AHJ.

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Noelia

2 months ago

I think acoustical and decorative materials can be used when small quantities are used.

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