What location information must be included on yellow tags?

• A. Building number, location, or system number
• B. Street name only
• C. City and state only
• D. Plot number

Answer: (A)

Accurate identification of the exact piece of equipment is essential for maintenance, inspection, and quick response during an incident. Yellow tags must carry specific location details so that anyone inspecting or servicing the system can immediately find the unit and reference the correct records. Including a building number provides a fixed reference in sites with multiple buildings. The location field pinpoints the room, floor, or area where the device sits, narrowing the search dramatically. A system number uniquely identifies the particular sprinkler system or component within a complex, preventing confusion when several systems exist in the same building. Together, these details create a precise link from the tag to the site drawings and work orders, ensuring efficient service and accurate documentation.

Street name alone wouldn’t identify a specific device, and city and state alone are far too broad for locating a particular piece of equipment. A plot number may refer to land parcels rather than the actual equipment location, offering little practical help in finding the tag’s subject.