Which statement regarding exposed piping and control valve handles of fire protection systems is INCORRECT?

The statement that all valve handles serving a dedicated sprinkler system shall be painted green is incorrect. In fire protection systems, the color coding of valve handles is standardized to enhance visibility and safety protocols. Typically, valve handles for sprinkler systems are required to be painted red, indicating their connection to fire protection.

This color coding is essential for fire safety personnel and ensures that in an emergency situation, they can quickly identify and operate the appropriate valve. While some systems may have specific color coding for other functions, such as allowing for differentiation, dedicated sprinkler systems consistently adhere to the red color coding for their valve handles.

The other statements align appropriately with fire safety regulations; control valves must indeed be easily accessible to ensure rapid response in emergencies, and color coding must adhere to city regulations to maintain consistency and safety standards in fire protection systems.