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2026 RSOS Blueprint Distribution for Sprinkler & Fire Protection Installer (427A)
Major Work Activity (MWA)
Target Questions
Exam Weight
MWA A: Common Occupational Skills (์์ ยท๋๋ฉดยท์๋ฆฌ๊ณ์ฐ)
25 Qs
21%
MWA B: Water Supply (์ํํํยทFDCยท์์์ค๋น)
18 Qs
15%
MWA C: Piping (๋ฐฐ๊ด๊ฐ๊ณตยท๊ทธ๋ฃจ๋นยทํ๊ฑฐยท์ง์ง๋ฒํ๋)
32 Qs
27%
MWA D: Fire Protection Systems (์ต์/๊ฑด์/ํค๋๋ฐฐ์น)
26 Qs
22%
MWA E: Inspect, Test & Maintain (์์์ํยทNFPA25์ ๊ฒ)
19 Qs
16%
Total Red Seal Exam Length
120 Questions
100%
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Q1. A journeyperson sprinkler fitter is assigned to install sprinkler branch lines 7 meters (approximately 23 feet) above a concrete floor in a new warehouse. The work requires working from a movable elevated work platform (MEWP) and occasionally reaching beyond the platform's railing. Which of the following fall protection measures is most critically required for the fitter when working outside the protected area of the MEWP?
Worked Explanation: When working at heights where a fall hazard exists and workers are not protected by guardrails or platforms, a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) is mandatory in Canada for work over 3 meters (10 feet) or 2.4 meters (8 feet) in some jurisdictions. This system includes a full-body harness, a lanyard (often with a deceleration device for energy absorption), and an approved anchor point with adequate strength. Options B, C, and D are forms of fall protection, but for direct worker protection while working outside a protected platform, a personal fall arrest system (A) is the primary requirement. The 22 kN (5000 lbs) strength requirement for anchor points is a standard across Canadian regulations.
Q2. A standpipe system is designed to operate at a maximum system pressure of 200 psi (13.8 bar) at the FDC during fire department operations. The FDC piping includes a check valve and an automatic drip. According to NFPA 14, what is the minimum working pressure rating required for the FDC and its associated piping and valves, considering a 200 psi (13.8 bar) maximum operating pressure?
Worked Explanation: NFPA 14, Section 7.12.4.3 states that FDCs shall be rated for at least 175 psi (12.1 bar) working pressure. However, where the system design pressure exceeds 175 psi (12.1 bar), the FDC shall be rated for the design pressure. In this scenario, the maximum operating pressure (design pressure) is 200 psi, therefore the FDC must be rated for at least 200 psi.
Q3. A pre-action sprinkler system protecting a clean room facility is integrated with the building's HVAC system. Upon activation of the pre-action system's detection, what is a crucial coordinated action typically required from the HVAC system, as per fire safety standards?
Worked Explanation: Upon activation of a fire detection system within an area protected by a pre-action system, it is a critical fire safety requirement for the building's HVAC system to respond appropriately. This typically involves the immediate shutdown of all air-handling units serving the affected area and the closing of associated fire and smoke dampers. This action is crucial to prevent the spread of smoke, heat, and potentially fire throughout the building via the ventilation system, and to avoid providing additional oxygen to a developing fire. Options A, B, and D describe actions that could exacerbate the fire or smoke spread and are generally contrary to standard fire safety procedures.