When implementing fire suppression controls in a datacenter it is important to:

The correct answer is B. Ensure proper placement of sprinkler lines to avoid accidental leakage onto servers. Proper placement of sprinkler lines is critical in a datacenter to prevent accidental water leakage onto servers, which could cause catastrophic equipment damage. Option A is incorrect because no fire suppression system should be chosen if it harms technicians - safety codes…

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Options

ASelect a fire suppression system which protects equipment but may harm technicians.
BEnsure proper placement of sprinkler lines to avoid accidental leakage onto servers.
CIntegrate maintenance procedures to include regularly discharging the system.
DUse a system with audible alarms to ensure technicians have 20 minutes to evacuate.

How the community answered

(34 responses)

A
15% (5)
B
74% (25)
C
3% (1)
D
9% (3)

Explanation

Proper placement of sprinkler lines is critical in a datacenter to prevent accidental water leakage onto servers, which could cause catastrophic equipment damage. Option A is incorrect because no fire suppression system should be chosen if it harms technicians - safety codes prohibit this. Option C is wrong because regularly discharging the system would cause unnecessary water/chemical damage to equipment. Option D is incorrect because suppression systems typically provide a short warning (often 20–30 seconds, not 20 minutes) before discharge, and the goal is to suppress fire quickly, not allow extended evacuation time.

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