2006 Nc Fire Code (IFC 2003) Level 2 Fire Inspector Fire Code Practice Exam
This exam is based on the 2012 North Carolina Fire Code (IFC 2003). It is designed to simulate the State Certification Exam for Fire Inspector Level 2.
Test is 100 questions are all multiple choice. You are allowed to use your Fire Code Book during the exam.
You do not have to enter your name to take the exam.
- 1.
You have 75 lbs of a DIV 1.4 Explosive. How far must it be located from a Type III construction operating building?
- A.
50 feet
- B.
75 feet
- C.
100 feet
- D.
125 yards
Correct Answer
C. 100 feetExplanation
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- 2.
An operational permit may be required to handle an aggregate quantity of Level 2 and 3 aerosols in excess of _____ lbs. Net weight.
- A.
200
- B.
300
- C.
400
- D.
500
Correct Answer
D. 500Explanation
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- 3.
Which of the following best describes the commodity class for baled rags?
- A.
Class I
- B.
Class II
- C.
Class III
- D.
Class IV
Correct Answer
C. Class IIIExplanation
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- 4.
Class ____ solvents used for dry cleaning are classified as nonflammable.
- A.
I
- B.
II
- C.
III
- D.
IV
Correct Answer
D. IVExplanation
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- 5.
A clear space of at least _____ feet shall be maintained between aircraft fuel-system vent openings and any part of an aircraft fueling vehicle.
- A.
5
- B.
10
- C.
12
- D.
15
Correct Answer
B. 10Explanation
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- 6.
Asphalt and tar kettles at construction sites shall be in accordance with Section _____ of the fire code.
- A.
301
- B.
302
- C.
303
- D.
305
Correct Answer
C. 303Explanation
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- 7.
Dry chemical fire extinguishing systems for cooking operations shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA _____.
- A.
17
- B.
17A
- C.
10
- D.
13
Correct Answer
A. 17Explanation
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- 8.
Records for fire protection systems test shall be maintained on premises for a minimum of _____.
- A.
6 Months
- B.
1 Year
- C.
3 Years
- D.
For the life of the structure
Correct Answer
C. 3 YearsExplanation
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- 9.
The stairwell of a sprinklered mercantile building shall have an egress width of _____ per occupant served.
- A.
0.2
- B.
0.3
- C.
0.4
- D.
0.5
Correct Answer
A. 0.2Explanation
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- 10.
During construction and demolition operations Class I and II liquids shall be kept in __________ safety containers.
- A.
Metal
- B.
Approved
- C.
Closed
- D.
Self closing
Correct Answer
B. ApprovedExplanation
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- 11.
The storage and handling of Ammonium Nitrate shall comply with the following: A. B. C. D.
- A.
NFPA 490
- B.
Chapter 40
- C.
NFPA 1127
- D.
Both A & B
Correct Answer
D. Both A & BExplanation
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- 12.
Vehicle access for fire fighting during construction and demolition operations shall be provided to within __________ of temporary or permanent fire department connections.
- A.
25 feet
- B.
50 feet
- C.
75 feet
- D.
100 feet
Correct Answer
D. 100 feetExplanation
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- 13.
During construction and demolition operations the use of temporary heating devices shall be supervised and maintained only by __________ personnel.
- A.
Qualified
- B.
Fire trained
- C.
Competent
- D.
Trained
Correct Answer
C. CompetentExplanation
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- 14.
Address numbers for buildings shall be a minimum _____ inches high
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
6
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 4Explanation
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- 15.
LP gas heaters at construction sites shall comply with which of the following?
- A.
NFPA 58
- B.
NFPA 57
- C.
International Fuel Gas Code
- D.
Both A & C
Correct Answer
D. Both A & CExplanation
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- 16.
A clear space of a minimum of _____ feet shall be maintained on all sides of a spray booth.
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
6
Correct Answer
B. 3Explanation
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- 17.
A clear space of not less than _____ feet shall be maintained around fire hydrants.
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
6
Correct Answer
B. 3Explanation
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- 18.
Which of the following fits the following definition: Panic hardware that is listed for use on fire door assemblies.
- A.
Exit Hardware
- B.
Fire Exit Hardware
- C.
Panic Hardware
- D.
Fire Panic Hardware
Correct Answer
B. Fire Exit HardwareExplanation
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- 19.
Spraying operations using flammable finishes shall comply with which of the following?
- A.
Chapter 15 of IFC
- B.
NFPA 32
- C.
NFPA 33
- D.
Both A & C
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. Both A & CExplanation
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- 20.
A wet chemical fire suppression system shall be inspected every _____ for proper operation.
- A.
3 months
- B.
6 months
- C.
One Year
- D.
2 Years
Correct Answer
B. 6 monthsExplanation
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- 21.
When combustible materials arrive on a construction site ____________ shall be provide by permanent or temporary means.
- A.
Water supply
- B.
Access roads
- C.
Emergency lighting
- D.
Fire department connections
Correct Answer
A. Water supplyExplanation
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- 22.
What two types of permits are covered by the fire code?
- A.
Operational and Construction
- B.
Operational and Mandatory
- C.
Optional and Mandatory
- D.
Construction and Mandatory
Correct Answer
A. Operational and ConstructionExplanation
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- 23.
All of the following are fire alarm initiating devices except:
- A.
Manual fire alarm box
- B.
Smoke detector
- C.
Supervisory switch
- D.
Horn/strobes
Correct Answer
D. Horn/strobesExplanation
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- 24.
For areas having fixed seating without dividing arms, the occupant load shall not be less than the number of seats based on one person for each __________ of seating length.
- A.
12 inches
- B.
16 inches
- C.
18 inches
- D.
24 inches
Correct Answer
C. 18 inchesExplanation
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- 25.
Which of the following is NOT an examples of fumigant?
- A.
Hydrogen cyanide
- B.
Carbon disulfide
- C.
Verminium bromide
- D.
Methyl bromide
Correct Answer
C. Verminium bromideExplanation
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- 26.
A large "Big Box" style occupancy such as Walmart is classified as a _____ type occupancy.
- A.
Storage
- B.
Mercantile
- C.
Sales
- D.
Mixed
Correct Answer
B. MercantileExplanation
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- 27.
The maximum allowable quantity of a DOT Class 1.2 explosive per control area in a sprinklered building stored in a cabinet is:
- A.
1 lb.
- B.
2 lbs
- C.
3 lbs
- D.
4 lbs
Correct Answer
B. 2 lbsExplanation
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- 28.
Class _____ flammable liquids shall not be used to clean aircraft parts.
- A.
I
- B.
IA
- C.
IB
- D.
II
Correct Answer
B. IAExplanation
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- 29.
The code official shall be notified at least _____ hours before a structure is to be closed in connection with utilizing a flammable or toxic fumigant.
- A.
12
- B.
24
- C.
48
- D.
72
Correct Answer
B. 24Explanation
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- 30.
Doors shall swing in the direction of egress travel where serving an occupant load of _____ or more persons or a high hazard occupancy.
- A.
25
- B.
50
- C.
100
- D.
200
Correct Answer
B. 50Explanation
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- 31.
How much of a flammable cryogenic fluid that is stored outside in a building must be exceeded to require a permit?
- A.
1 gal.
- B.
60 gal.
- C.
10 gal.
- D.
500 gal.
Correct Answer
B. 60 gal.Explanation
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- 32.
Portable containers of Cryogenic fluids shall be how many feet from a building exit?
- A.
1
- B.
5
- C.
10
- D.
15
Correct Answer
C. 10Explanation
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- 33.
How far must an unbarricaded magazine storing 305,000 lbs of explosives be from a public highway?
- A.
2000 feet
- B.
300 yards
- C.
4000 feet
- D.
Not Allowed
Correct Answer
D. Not AllowedExplanation
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- 34.
The average ambient sound level for an occupancy must be measured over a _____ hour time period.
- A.
12
- B.
24
- C.
36
- D.
48
Correct Answer
B. 24Explanation
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- 35.
In regards to Dry Cleaning, which of the following definitions best describes a Class II solvent?
- A.
Liquid having a flash point below 100 degrees Fahrenheit
- B.
Liquid having a flash point at or above 100 and below 140 degrees Fahrenheit
- C.
Liquid having a flash point above 140 but below 200 degrees Fahrenheit
- D.
Liquid having a flash point above 200 degrees Fahrenheit
Correct Answer
B. Liquid having a flash point at or above 100 and below 140 degrees FahrenheitExplanation
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- 36.
Ventilation for spraying applications of glass fiber reinforced plastic shall maintain flammable vapors in the resin application area to less than _____ of the LFL.
- A.
25%
- B.
20%
- C.
40%
- D.
50%
Correct Answer
A. 25%Explanation
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- 37.
An operational permit may be required for the storage of lumber exceeding _____ board feet.
- A.
10,000
- B.
100,000
- C.
1,000,000
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 100,000Explanation
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- 38.
13R type sprinkler systems are allowed in Group R2 buildings up to and including _____ stories in height.
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
5
Correct Answer
C. 4Explanation
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- 39.
How many members are on the North Carolina Building Code Council?
- A.
10
- B.
12
- C.
17
- D.
20
Correct Answer
C. 17Explanation
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- 40.
What amount of a Highly Toxic compressed gas requires a permit?
- A.
200 cubic feet
- B.
500 cubic feet
- C.
600 cubic feet
- D.
Any amount
Correct Answer
D. Any amountExplanation
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- 41.
Which of the following best describes the commodity class for foam backed rugs?
- A.
Class I
- B.
Class II
- C.
Class III
- D.
Class IV
Correct Answer
D. Class IVExplanation
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- 42.
A class I solvent used for dry cleaning has a flashpoint below _______.
- A.
100 degrees F
- B.
150 degrees F
- C.
100 degrees C
- D.
150 degrees C
Correct Answer
A. 100 degrees FExplanation
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- 43.
During construction and demolition operations fuel supplies for LP gas fired heaters shall comply with __________ and the International Fuel Gas Code.
- A.
NFPA 30
- B.
NFPA 30A
- C.
NFPA 52
- D.
NFPA 58
Correct Answer
D. NFPA 58Explanation
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- 44.
What is the minimum number of fire extinguishers to be provided inside dry cleaning rooms containing a Type II system?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
3
- D.
4
Correct Answer
B. 2Explanation
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- 45.
In the storage of Combustible Fibers ______ clearance is required between sprinkler heads and the top of piles.
- A.
18 inches
- B.
24 inches
- C.
36 inches
- D.
48 inches
Correct Answer
C. 36 inchesExplanation
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- 46.
For the application of flammable finishes, containers supplying spray nozzles by gravity flow shall not exceed ___________ in capacity.
- A.
5 gallons
- B.
10 gallons
- C.
15 gallons
- D.
20 gallons
Correct Answer
B. 10 gallonsExplanation
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- 47.
An artificial barricade for explosives storage shall have a minimum thickness of _____ feet.
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
5
Correct Answer
B. 3Explanation
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- 48.
Automatic sprinklers shall be installed under obstructions exceeding _____ feet in width.
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
6
- D.
8
Correct Answer
B. 4Explanation
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- 49.
A maximum of ________ cubic feet of of loose combustible fibers shall be stored in a detached structure suitible located with opening protected against entrance of sparks.
- A.
2000
- B.
2500
- C.
3000
- D.
Any amount
Correct Answer
B. 2500Explanation
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- 50.
An automatic sprinkler system must be installed in a Group A1 occupancy exceeding _____ sq. ft.
- A.
10,000
- B.
12,000
- C.
15,000
- D.
18,000
Correct Answer
B. 12,000Explanation
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