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1.

Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed within ____ feet of commercial cooking equipment.
- A.
  
  20
- B.
  
  30
- C.
  
  40
- D.
  
  50
Correct Answer
B. 30

Explanation
906.1.2

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2.

Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than _________________?

Correct Answer
the width of the equipment
the width of the equipment.

Explanation
605.3

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3.

The means of egress shall have a ceiling height of not less than _________?

Correct Answer
7 feet 6 inches
7' 6"

Explanation
1003.2

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4.

The minimum corridor width shall be as determined in Section 1005.1, but not less than 44 inches. Exceptions: 1. ____ inches - For access to and utilization of electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment. 2. ____ inches - With a required occupant capacity of less than 50.
- A.
  
  24
- B.
  
  30
- C.
  
  36
- D.
  
  42
- E.
  
  48
Correct Answer(s)
A. 24
C. 36

Explanation
1018.2 exceptions1 and 2

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5.

A construction permit is required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
105.6.12

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6.

Automatic fire-extinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced at least every ___ months and after activation of the system.
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  6
- C.
  
  9
- D.
  
  12
Correct Answer
B. 6

Explanation
904.11.6.2

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7.

A stop work order shall __________ and shall be given to the owner of the property, or the owner's agent, or the person doing the work.

Correct Answer
be in writing

Explanation
111.2

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8.

Fire protection equipment shall be identified _____________________.

Correct Answer
in an approved manner

Explanation
509.1

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9.

Regarding opening protectives, fire door assemblies shall not be __________.
- A.
  
  Modified
- B.
  
  Blocked
- C.
  
  Closed
- D.
  
  Open
Correct Answer
A. Modified

Explanation
703.2

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10.

For areas without fixed seating, the maximum floor area, in square feet per occupant, is ______ for exercise rooms.

Correct Answer
50 Gross
50 gross

Explanation
Table 1004.1.1

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11.

Suitable means shall be provided for maintaining the temperaure of a fire pump room or pump house, where required, above_____ degrees F.
- A.
  
  32
- B.
  
  36
- C.
  
  40
- D.
  
  44
Correct Answer
C. 40

Explanation
913.3

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12.

The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall not be less than ____ inches.
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  6
- C.
  
  8
- D.
  
  12
Correct Answer
A. 4

Explanation
906.9.3

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13.

Extension cords shall be maintained in good condition without _________.
- A.
  
  Splices
- B.
  
  Paint
- C.
  
  Deterioration
- D.
  
  Stickers
- E.
  
  Tape
- F.
  
  Damage
Correct Answer(s)
A. Splices
C. Deterioration
F. Damage

Explanation
605.5.3

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14.

A construction permit is required to erect an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of ______ square feet.

Correct Answer(s)
400

Explanation
105.7.14

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15.

The permissable amount of noncombustible decorative material shall not be limited.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
807.1.1

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16.

A permit is required to store, transport on-site, dispense, use or handle more than _________ of Class 2 oxidizing liquid.

Correct Answer
10 gallons
ten gallons

Explanation
Table 105.6.20

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17.

An operational permit is required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of 400 square feet unless (among other requirements) a minimum clearance of __ feet to structures or other tents is provided.
- A.
  
  6
- B.
  
  12
- C.
  
  15
- D.
  
  20
Correct Answer
B. 12

Explanation
105.6.43

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18.

Where fire department connections are subject to impact by a motor vehicle, vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with Section _______.

Correct Answer
312

Explanation
912.3.3

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19.

Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosing, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than ____ inches and not more than ____ inches.
- A.
  
  36 & 42
- B.
  
  38 & 48
- C.
  
  24 & 36
- D.
  
  34 & 38
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
D. 34 & 38

Explanation
1012.2

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20.

What is the maximum allowable exit access travel distance for a B occupancy without a sprinkler system?
- A.
  
  Not permitted
- B.
  
  100 feet
- C.
  
  200 feet
- D.
  
  300 feet
Correct Answer
C. 200 feet

Explanation
Table 1016.1

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21.

The requirements for indoor displays of highly combustible goods is found where specifically?

Correct Answer
314.3

Explanation
314.3

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22.

Where a door is adjacent to, constructed similar to and can be confused with a means of egress door, that door shall be identified with an approved sign that identifies the room name or ____________.

Correct Answer
use of the room

Explanation
1030.5

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23.

What specific section would you cite when requiring a commercial kitchen hood to be cleaned of accumulated grease?

Correct Answer
609.3.3.2

Explanation
609.3.3.2

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24.

Exit signs are not required in rooms or areas that require ____________________.

Correct Answer
only one exit or exit access

Explanation
1011.1 ex. 1

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25.

What is the minimum number of exits required, per story, for a building with an occupant load of 450 occupants per story?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
A. 2

Explanation
Table 1021.1

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26.

Walking surfaces of the means of egress shall have a slip-resistant surface and _______________.

Correct Answer
be securely attached

Explanation
1003.4

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27.

The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than ____ minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator.
- A.
  
  20
- B.
  
  30
- C.
  
  60
- D.
  
  90
Correct Answer
D. 90

Explanation
1006.3

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28.

The rpm limits of a revolving door are found in which table?

Correct Answer
1008.1.4.1

Explanation
1008.1.4.1

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Fire Inspector Exam: Can You Answer These Questions? Trivia Quiz

Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed within ____ feet of commercial cooking equipment.

Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than _________________?

The means of egress shall have a ceiling height of not less than _________?

The minimum corridor width shall be as determined in Section 1005.1, but not less than 44 inches. Exceptions: 1. inches - For access to and utilization of electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment. 2. inches - With a required occupant capacity of less than 50.

A construction permit is required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment.

Automatic fire-extinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced at least every ___ months and after activation of the system.

A stop work order shall __________ and shall be given to the owner of the property, or the owner's agent, or the person doing the work.

Fire protection equipment shall be identified _____________________.

Regarding opening protectives, fire door assemblies shall not be __________.

For areas without fixed seating, the maximum floor area, in square feet per occupant, is ______ for exercise rooms.

Suitable means shall be provided for maintaining the temperaure of a fire pump room or pump house, where required, above_____ degrees F.

The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall not be less than ____ inches.

Extension cords shall be maintained in good condition without _________.

A construction permit is required to erect an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of ______ square feet.

The permissable amount of noncombustible decorative material shall not be limited.

A permit is required to store, transport on-site, dispense, use or handle more than _________ of Class 2 oxidizing liquid.

An operational permit is required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of 400 square feet unless (among other requirements) a minimum clearance of __ feet to structures or other tents is provided.

Where fire department connections are subject to impact by a motor vehicle, vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with Section _______.

Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosing, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than inches and not more than inches.

What is the maximum allowable exit access travel distance for a B occupancy without a sprinkler system?

The requirements for indoor displays of highly combustible goods is found where specifically?

Where a door is adjacent to, constructed similar to and can be confused with a means of egress door, that door shall be identified with an approved sign that identifies the room name or ____________.

What specific section would you cite when requiring a commercial kitchen hood to be cleaned of accumulated grease?

Exit signs are not required in rooms or areas that require ____________________.

What is the minimum number of exits required, per story, for a building with an occupant load of 450 occupants per story?

Walking surfaces of the means of egress shall have a slip-resistant surface and _______________.

The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than ____ minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator.

The rpm limits of a revolving door are found in which table?

Fire Inspector Exam: Can You Answer These Questions? Trivia Quiz

Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed within ____ feet of commercial cooking equipment.

Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than _________________?

The means of egress shall have a ceiling height of not less than _________?

The minimum corridor width shall be as determined in Section 1005.1, but not less than 44 inches. Exceptions: 1. ____ inches - For access to and utilization of electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment. 2. ____ inches - With a required occupant capacity of less than 50.

A construction permit is required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment.

Automatic fire-extinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced at least every ___ months and after activation of the system.

A stop work order shall __________ and shall be given to the owner of the property, or the owner's agent, or the person doing the work.

Fire protection equipment shall be identified _____________________.

Regarding opening protectives, fire door assemblies shall not be __________.

For areas without fixed seating, the maximum floor area, in square feet per occupant, is ______ for exercise rooms.

Suitable means shall be provided for maintaining the temperaure of a fire pump room or pump house, where required, above_____ degrees F.

The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall not be less than ____ inches.

Extension cords shall be maintained in good condition without _________.

A construction permit is required to erect an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of ______ square feet.

The permissable amount of noncombustible decorative material shall not be limited.

A permit is required to store, transport on-site, dispense, use or handle more than _________ of Class 2 oxidizing liquid.

An operational permit is required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of 400 square feet unless (among other requirements) a minimum clearance of __ feet to structures or other tents is provided.

Where fire department connections are subject to impact by a motor vehicle, vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with Section _______.

Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosing, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than ____ inches and not more than ____ inches.

What is the maximum allowable exit access travel distance for a B occupancy without a sprinkler system?

The requirements for indoor displays of highly combustible goods is found where specifically?

Where a door is adjacent to, constructed similar to and can be confused with a means of egress door, that door shall be identified with an approved sign that identifies the room name or ____________.

What specific section would you cite when requiring a commercial kitchen hood to be cleaned of accumulated grease?

Exit signs are not required in rooms or areas that require ____________________.

What is the minimum number of exits required, per story, for a building with an occupant load of 450 occupants per story?

Walking surfaces of the means of egress shall have a slip-resistant surface and _______________.

The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than ____ minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator.

The rpm limits of a revolving door are found in which table?

The minimum corridor width shall be as determined in Section 1005.1, but not less than 44 inches. Exceptions: 1. inches - For access to and utilization of electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment. 2. inches - With a required occupant capacity of less than 50.

Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosing, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than inches and not more than inches.