Which option describes a readiness status signal?

Which option describes a readiness status signal?

• A. Supervisory Signal
• B. General Alarm
• C. Trouble Signal
• D. Readiness Status

Answer: (D)

A readiness status signal communicates that the fire alarm system is in a ready-to-operate state. It means all monitored devices are in their normal condition, power is available, and there are no active faults or conditions preventing the system from functioning in an emergency. This signal reassures building management and technicians that the system has passed recent checks and is prepared to respond if an actual event occurs. In contrast, a supervisory signal points to a protected device needing attention (such as a valve or circuit that requires supervision), a general alarm is the actual alarm condition that triggers evacuation, and a trouble signal indicates faults or outages that could impair operation.

A readiness status signal communicates that the fire alarm system is in a ready-to-operate state. It means all monitored devices are in their normal condition, power is available, and there are no active faults or conditions preventing the system from functioning in an emergency. This signal reassures building management and technicians that the system has passed recent checks and is prepared to respond if an actual event occurs.

In contrast, a supervisory signal points to a protected device needing attention (such as a valve or circuit that requires supervision), a general alarm is the actual alarm condition that triggers evacuation, and a trouble signal indicates faults or outages that could impair operation.