Fire Inspector

1. Under fire conditions, a fire wall must have sufficient structural stability to:

allow the collapse of construction on either side without the wall itself collapsing.

control the collapse of construction on either side without the wall itself collapsing.

prevent the collapse of construction on either side without the wall itself collapsing.

protect occupants from the collapse of construction on either side without the wall itself collapsing.

2. Vertical openings that are commonly left unprotected include:

elevator shafts.

convenience staircases.

automatic sprinkler heads.

space around pipes and cables.

3. The fire resistance of a concrete floor depends on the of the supporting steel.

age

brand

weight

fireproofing

4. Which of the following statements about revolving doors is MOST accurate?

Using revolving doors as a means of egress is restricted.

Swinging doors do not have to be located near revolving doors.

Revolving doors aid in the movement of hose and equipment into a building.

Revolving doors allow for a greater number of people to exit a building than a standard swinging door.

5. What type of shingle produces characteristically black smoke?

Asphalt shingles

Clay roof coverings

Cement-based tiles

Wood and shake shingles

6. The of a floor assembly plays a primary role in preventing vertical fire spread.

age

strength

reliability

fire resistance

7. Why is the structural floor system difficult to inspect?

Because contractors fail to keep meaningful records

Because the flammability of floor coverings is insignificant

Because floors are rarely covered with combustible materials

Because it is usually covered with some type of floor covering

8. Fire-rated door assemblies are manufactured, assembled, and installed in accordance with specific requirements that have been tested and listed by:

model codes.

industry standards.

locally adopted codes.

independent testing laboratories.

9. A(An) is the oldest and simplest detection device that can activate a fire door.

fusible link

smoke detector

electromagnetic holder

magnetic hold-open device

10. What type of enclosure walls may exist in old, fire-resistive structures?

Glass

Fire partition

Hollow, clay-tile

Lath and plaster

11. Fire wall ratings depend on:

locally adopted model codes.

maximum occupant count allowed in the structure.

occupancies being separated and the reason for the separation.

combined ratings of the construction materials used in the structure.

12. Which type of roof covering has excellent resistance to flying embers?

Spanish tiles

Asphalt shingles

Clay and slate tiles

Wood and shake shingles

13. Why are breaches in party walls against code regulations?

Breaches prevent the proper operation of automatic sprinkler systems.

Breaches reduce the structural integrity of the construction of the buildings.

Breaches are usually hidden under the floor, hampering inspection efforts.

Breaches make it possible for fires to communicate from building to building.

14. In open areas like atriums, building codes require:

smoke detectors.

fire-rated glazing.

evacuation alarms.

automatic sprinklers.

15. Which type of window is a double-hung configuration?

Fixed

Pivoting

Moveable

Projecting

16. What is the main advantage of a sliding door?

They are inexpensive.

They don't have door swing.

They are out of sight when open.

They are more versatile for interior design.

17. Any penetrations through a hoistway wall must:

never be allowed.

be connected to fire detection systems.

be done with an appropriately rated assembly.

be large enough for a person to pass through.

18. Swinging fire doors are required to:

close when a fusible link melts.

be connected to a fire alarm system.

swing in the direction of egress travel.

slide into position along a track by gravity.

19. What agency has attempted to study the relationship between types of finishes and fire behavior?

Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

Society of Fire Professional Engineers

National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)

National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST)

20. A stair's rise and run refers to minimum and maximum rise and:

step.

tread.

range.

mount.

21. In what way does the combustibility of an interior finish contribute to fire behavior?

Creates an additional structural component

Produces flame that can contribute to life hazard

Interior finishes do not contribute to fire behavior

Adds to the intensity of the fire because it contributes fuel

22. A can be installed in large, vertical overhead doors to act as a means of egress.

sliding door

folding door

swinging door

revolving door

23. Why are wood shingles and shakes treated with fire-retardant chemicals difficult for inspectors to identify?

Contractors fail to retain documentation.

Fire-retardant chemicals do not have odor.

Paper identification labels are not visible after installation.

Exposure to weather elements destroys identification markers.

24. Codes require that glass doors be made of:

framed glass.

beveled glass.

tempered glass.

frameless glass.

25. What is the difference between a fire partition and a fire barrier?

Fire partitions extend continuously through the building.

Fire partitions and fire barriers are exactly the same thing.

Fire barriers have a lower fire-resistance rating than partitions.

Fire barriers are required to terminate at the floor or roof deck.

26. Which type of fire door closure is intended for use with a sliding fire door?

Fusible links

Spring hinge closers

Door operating devices

Electromagnetic door holders

27. A flush door is sometimes referred to as a door.

slab

panel

metal

hollow

28. Kitchen grease exhaust ducts require _____ fire-resistive separation.

1-hour

2-hour

30-minute

29. Which of the following is a functional role of a ceiling?

Provide safety in multi-level buildings

Act as part of a fire-resistive assembly

Act as a part of reduced privacy features

Provide an attractive interior finish to a structure

30. Identify the BEST example of a vertical penetration.

Attic

Curtain wall

Elevator shaft

Covered malls

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