Fire Inspection & Code Enforcement Chapt. 7 - 7th Edition

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Fire inspector I quiz questions - chapter 7

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1.

A properly designed and maintained means of egress cannot function effectively when:
- A.
  
  The means of egress contains smoke
- B.
  
  Active fire-protection systems are in use
- C.
  
  The total occupant load has been exceeded.
2.

During annual inspections, an inspector ensures that conditions have not changed in the occupancy, use, or exit requirements for the structure and:
- A.
  
  Monitors the condition of existing means of egress
- B.
  
  Ensures the structure matches the surrounding buildings
- C.
  
  Documents that the structure has adequate hazard insurance
3.

Which of the following components of a means of egress system is an active fire-protection system?
- A.
  
  Exit signs
- B.
  
  Panic hardware
- C.
  
  Automatic sprinkler system
4.

Which of the following is NOT a basic element of the means of egress system?
- A.
  
  Exit access
- B.
  
  Exit
- C.
  
  Exit waiting area
5.

The means of egress must terminate is a(n)
- A.
  
  Exit discharge
- B.
  
  Exit waiting area
- C.
  
  Public way or an area of refuse
6.

What is the minimum width and height of a public way?
- A.
  
  5 feet
- B.
  
  10 feet
- C.
  
  15 feet
7.

Which of the following is an example of an exit access?
- A.
  
  Horizontal exit
- B.
  
  Unenclosed ramp or stairs
- C.
  
  Doors at ground level that lead directly to the outside of the building
8.

Which of the following is an example of an exit?
- A.
  
  Are of refuse
- B.
  
  Unenclosed ramp or stairs
- C.
  
  Doors at ground level that lead directly to the outside of the building
9.

Which of the following statements regarding an exit and exit access is MOST accurate?
- A.
  
  The exit and exit access must be at least 50% clear of obstructions
- B.
  
  Only movable furnishings or decorations are allowed in the exit and exit access.
- C.
  
  No furnishings or decorations may be allowed to obstruct or conceal an exit or exit access
10.

Which of the following components are used as a means of passing through a fire-barrier wall that separates two fire compartments in a structure?
- A.
  
  Vertical exits
- B.
  
  Horizontal exits
- C.
  
  Exit passageways
11.

Which of the following components are designed to limit the penetrations of smoke, heat, and toxic gases into the stairway?
- A.
  
  Vertical exits
- B.
  
  Exit passageways
- C.
  
  Smokeproof enclosures
12.

Which of the following components are designed to connect an interior exit stair to an exit door on the exterior of the structure?
- A.
  
  Vertical exits
- B.
  
  Horizontal exits
- C.
  
  Exit passageways
13.

Which of the following is the MOST likely benefit of passive components of an egress system?
- A.
  
  Warn occupants of a fire
- B.
  
  Alert emergency personnel of the exact location of the fire
- C.
  
  Separate occupants from fire, smoke, and other hazardous elements during escape
14.

In new buildings, each of the model code organizations requires that doors serving as a component of a means of egress be at least_______wide.
- A.
  
  18 inches
- B.
  
  24 inches
- C.
  
  36 inches
15.

When do the exit requirements for a building take on a higher level of significance and must meet additional exiting system requirements?
- A.
  
  If 30 or more people are in a room or occupancy
- B.
  
  If 40 or more people are in a room or occupancy
- C.
  
  If 50 or more people are in a room or occupancy
16.

Which of the following is a purpose of self-closing doors?
- A.
  
  Open and close by remove control to allow easy access
- B.
  
  Provide energy savings during times the building is in use
- C.
  
  Close automatically to provide a smoke or fire barrier in a fire-barrier wall
17.

The fire-resistance rating of walls is based on the type of occupancy, type of building construction, and:
- A.
  
  Whether the building has easily accessible fire extinguishers
- B.
  
  Whether or not the building has an automatic sprinkler system
- C.
  
  What type of hazard insurance is carried by the building owner
18.

If the ceiling is part of the fire-resistance-rated walls, the ceiling:
- A.
  
  Must have the same rating as the walls
- B.
  
  Must have a higher rating than the walls
- C.
  
  Can have a lower rating than the walls
19.

Which of the following is MOST often a cause for concern because of the flammability of the materials used?
- A.
  
  Walls
- B.
  
  Floors
- C.
  
  Doors
20.

Which of the following is a requirement of exit stairways?
- A.
  
  Handrails are required on both sides of the stairs
- B.
  
  Stairways must be at least 60 inches wide.
- C.
  
  Each flight of stairs between landings must be no longer than 18 feet
21.

Ramps become common elements in many occupancies in the US with the adoption of the:
- A.
  
  Equal Access Law in 2000
- B.
  
  Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990
- C.
  
  United States standard building codes
22.

Which of the following statements about external fire escape stairs is MOST accurate?
- A.
  
  They cannot be used as a means of egress in any structure
- B.
  
  They may be used as part of a mean of egress in new construction
- C.
  
  They may NOT be used as part of a means of egress in new construction
23.

Fire escapes slides must be of an approved type and rated at one exit unit per slide with a rated capacity of ______ persons.
- A.
  
  30
- B.
  
  50
- C.
  
  60
24.

The illumination and marking requirements of exits vary with:
- A.
  
  Each model code organization
- B.
  
  Each type of occupancy classification
- C.
  
  The number of occupants and the time of day
25.

Exit markings must be positioned so that NO point in the exit access is more than _____ from the nearest visible sign.
- A.
  
  100 feet
- B.
  
  150 feet
- C.
  
  200 feet