After an alarm monitor authenticates with a custodian for an alarm test, what will the custodian state?

• A. What alarm to be tested
• B. The date of testing
• C. The building number
• D. The alarm's location only

Answer: (A)

The main point being checked is that the test scope is clearly defined by referring to the exact alarm that will be tested. After authentication, the custodian should specify which alarm device or zone is in scope so the monitor performs the test on the correct equipment and the results are traceable.

While the date of testing or the building number and general location are important for scheduling and locating where a test occurs, they do not uniquely identify the specific alarm to test. The date helps records, but it doesn’t pin down the device. The building number or location alone could still leave ambiguity if multiple alarms exist in the same area. Therefore, the essential statement is which alarm is being tested.