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1
Which of the following categories of inspection MOST likely involves responding to blocked exits? (18)
Response to a complaint
Owner/occupant request
New Construction
Routine
2
The amount of time it takes to conduct an inspection: (701)
varies for each facility and occupancy.
varies depending upon weather conditions.
is determined by the owner/occupant.
is set in model codes.
3
Which type of specialty signal indicates loss of primary power or failure or removal of an initiating device? (613)
Trouble signal
Alarm signal
Supervisory signal
Alert signa
4
A material that is used in building construction in a nonload-carrying capacity i
wood.
steel.
concrete.
gypsum board.
5
A ____ may be an open lake or pond or an enclosed structure. (469)
reservoir
gravity tank
suction tank
pressure tank
6
Which element was added to the basic fire model to create the fire tetrahedron? (76)
Heat
Uninhibited chemical reaction
Oxygen
Fuel
7
Who is responsible for explaining the site’s emergency response procedures and has access to safety data sheets? (380)
Fire department liaison
Property owner
Facility legal counsel
Fire inspector
8
Which automatic sprinkler system consists of open sprinklers attached to unpressurized dry pipes? (506)
Wet-pipe sprinkler system
Dry-pipe sprinkler system
Preaction sprinkler system
Deluge sprinkler system
9
The occupant load for a building or room is established: (265)
upon initial use and revised annually.
during the plans review process.
based on insurance rates and reviews.
once the building is in use.
10
Why were occupancy loads established? (125)
To determine the amount of materials needed in construction
Provide a limit to the number of people who can legally occupy a structure
To provide a reasonable expectation of the hazard level of a structure
To determine the cost of new construction
11
Which supervising station does not provide inspection, testing, or maintenance services? (619)
Central
Remote
Local
Proprietary
12
Which is the BEST option for preventing an owner/occupant from attempting to omit a requirement? (652)
A team approach
Insurance rate increases
An independent monitor
Significant fines or fees
13
All levels of government have created fire inspection and code enforcement organizations to accomplish the goal of:
creating a standardized fire safety program.
protecting lives and property.
finding new fire prevention methods.
issuing citations to violators.
14
The improper use of electrical equipment increases the: (312)
cost of insurance.
likelihood of false fire alarms.
cost of cable.
danger of electrocution.
15
What is the difference between a fire partition and a fire barrier? (196)
Fire partitions extend continuously through the building.
Fire barriers are required to terminate at the floor or roof deck.
Fire barriers have a lower fire-resistance rating than partitions.
Fire partitions and fire barriers are exactly the same thing.
16
Which construction material used for structural members provides a large amount of fuel for combustion? (154)
Gypsum board
Steel
Masonry
Wood
17
Identify the BEST example of a vertical penetration. (202)
Elevator shaft
Attic
Covered malls
Curtain wall
18
What is the biggest disadvantage to dry-chemical systems? (567)
Complicated to use
Cost
Require extensive cleanup
Difficult to find
19
A standard is: (42)
a collection of rules and regulations enacted by a legislative body.
a developed set of principles, protocols, or procedures.
a legal document that governs activities at various levels of government.
usually based on a code.
20
An open flame is an example of which of the following unsafe behaviors? (308)
Inadequate housekeeping
Unintentional ignition sources
Open burning
Improper use of electrical equipment
21
Facilities required to meet multiple codes may be subject to _____ code requirements. (45)
more restrictive
less restrictive
special
customer-based
22
What is necessary to produce fire fighting foam include foam concentrate, water, mechanical agitation, and: (580)
halon.
carbon dioxide (CO2).
air.
gas.
23
Which of the following is MOST likely to be a factor in means of egress issues for occupants? (241)
Improperly designed or marked exits
Upper level outdoor decks or patios
Buildings that have remained unchanged
Common areas with multiple exits
24
What determines the construction type of a structure in the United States? (118)
Intended use of all or a portion of the structure
Architectural diagrams and drawings
Construction material performance under fire conditions
Occupancy level of the structure
25
During a monthly test for alarm signaling systems using generators, how long should a generator run under load? (641)
60 minutes
15 minutes
20 minutes
30 minutes
26
Fire doors ____ egress pathways. (207)
block
open
lead to
protect
27
How are portable fire extinguishers classified? (585)
Type of occupancy in which they are located
Type of fire they will extinguish
Amount of time it takes to expel the agent
Type of agent used in the system
28
Who generally establishes requirements for marking fire lanes and access roads? (289)
Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Model codes and standards
Community committee
Fire chief
29
Ideally, inspection records should be maintained for ____ properties or facilities within a jurisdiction. (697)
valuable
valuable
occupied
hazardous
30
Which of the following is a common cause of electrical hazard fires? (320)
Worn electrical equipment
Old grounded circuits
Circuit breakers
Using extension cords
31
What practice goes a long way in providing education and building a positive image of fire prevention activities? (689)
Professional attitude
Writing skills
Punctuality
Issuing citations
32
Which type of specialty signal indicates an off-normal condition of the complete fire protection system? (6
Trouble signal
Alarm signal
Supervisory signal
Alert signal
33
Issuance of a sanction by most jurisdictions occurs if: (20)
inspectors schedule a follow-up visit.
the occupant follows an inspector’s instructions.
a violation is corrected in an untimely manner.
a violation is not corrected.
34
What type of shingle produces characteristically black smoke? (200)
Clay roof coverings
Wood and shake shingles
Cement-based tiles
Asphalt shingles
35
Generally, exit doors used as a means of egress must be _____ doors. (205)
folding
sliding
revolving
swinging
36
Devices such as fusible links keep most sprinklers closed and when heat from a fire affects these devices: (504)
sprinklers farthest from the fire activate automatically.
sprinklers closest to the fire activate automatically.
sprinklers activate in a cascade fashion one after the other.
all sprinklers activate automatically.
37
Water mains that convey large quantities of water to various points are: (472)
primary feeders.
distributors.
secondary feeders.
back-up feeders.
38
Who is responsible for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of private water supply systems? (466)
Facility owners/occupants
Private contractor
Local government
State government
39
Which of the following statements about siding is MOST accurate? (159)
Older buildings may have multiple layers of siding.
Buildings are allowed only one layer of siding.
All siding must be noncombustible.
All siding is considered combustible.
40
Which type of obstructions include growths, crusts, or rust on the inside walls of water mains? (489)
Malfunctioning deposits
Foreign matter other than deposits
Encrustations
Sedimentation deposits
41
Which is an example of a hydrocarbon-based fuel? (87)
Plastics
Wood
Paper
Gypsum board
42
Permits are issued to ensure that _____ are not allowed to develop without approval of the AHJ. (52)
prescriptive-based codes/standards
performance-based codes/standards
code conflicts
hazardous situations
43
Which of the following is a model code organization in the United States? (43)
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
International Code Council® (ICC®)
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
ASTM International
44
Fire wall ratings depend on: (194)
occupancies being separated and the reason for the separation.
locally adopted model codes.
maximum occupant count allowed in the structure.
combined ratings of the construction materials used in the structure.
45
The basic elements of a means of egress are: (242)
exit input, exit output, secondary exit.
exit opening, exit pathway.
primary and secondary exit pathways.
exit access, exit, exit discharge.
46
Wood I-joists are efficient and light, but they are: (125)
very complicated to install.
difficult to find.
susceptible to fire damage.
very expensive.
47
Which type of walls act as barriers to fire spread? (194)
Party walls
Walls with flammable finishes
Fire-rated partition walls
Load-bearing walls
48
Which health hazard material can exist in all three physical states? (398)
Corrosives
Water-reactive
Mixtures
Cryogenics
49
A ____ is an example of a common Type III structure. (120)
mercantile structure
government building
government buildingsingle-family residence
barn
50
Emergency lighting is designed to provide illumination: (263)
when normal power is lost.
at all times.
during periods of peak electrical usage.
concurrent with any exit illumination.
51
A liquid is classified as either flammable or combustible when it contains: (386)
nitrogen and phosphorus.
carbon and nitrogen.
carbon and hydrogen.
hydrogen and phosphorus.
52
What type of dead-end turnaround is a street closed at one end designed to the minimum dimensions by the AHJ? (288)
Alley dock
Hammerhead
“T”
Cul-de-sac
53
The manufacturing of plastic can result in which type of physical hazard? (394)
Explosives
Unstable (reactive) materials
Water-reactive materials
Flammable solids
54
Criminal proceedings are MOST often initiated as a result of: (20)
serving an arrest warrant.
missing a follow-up inspection visit.
failing to stop at a red light.
an extended civil proceeding.
55
The primary method of extinguishment for _____ fires is cooling with water to reduce the temperature of the fuel. (96)
Class D
Class C
Class A
Class B
56
When a fire is not controlled in a sprinkler-equipped building, which of the following is MOST likely a cause? (504)
Inadequate or lack of water supply
Blocked entrances or egresses
Slow response time of the fire department
Inclement weather conditions
57
Where should conversations that involve the exchange of detailed information or complete concentration take place? (691
A public place
A controlled environment
An uncontrolled environment
In front of law enforcement
58
A code is: (42)
a developed set of principles.
an attempt to offer inspectors a guide to best practices.
a procedure that explains how to complete a task.
a law that may be based on or may incorporate a standard.
59
The primary reason local governments require construction permits and plans review is: (652)
to lower jurisdiction insurance rates.
to increase revenue for the agency.
to document the need for specific job positions.
regard for community safety.
60
What is the purpose of fire department connections as part of automatic sprinkler systems? (508)
Serve as a backup protection if sprinkler system fails
Protect firefighters in the structure
Boost the pressure of the primary water supply
Allow for use of any secondary water supply
61
Who is responsible for verifying that buildings are accessible and that entry is not impeded? (294)
Owners
Landlords
Occupants
Inspectors
62
Verifying occupant loads and investigating complaints are examples of which Inspector I job duty? (689)
Enforcement
Reviews
Communication
Education
63
Type I structures are composed of only ____ materials. (118)
noncombustible
combustible
natural
wood
64
Which class of fire involves energized electrical equipment? (565)
Class D
Class A
Class C
Class B
65
Plastics in an occupancy add to the amount of fuel and: (169)
interfere with automatic sprinkler performance.
increase the toxicity of products of combustion.
decrease likelihood of special fire conditions.
create smoldering fires not combustion fires.
66
Small water mains that serve individual fire hydrants are: (473)
distributors.
back-up feeders.
secondary feeders.
primary feeders.
67
What size outlets should generally be used to conduct hydrant flow tests? (484)
4½-inch (115 mm)
4-inch (100 mm)
2½-inch (65 mm)
6-inch (152 mm)
68
Which type of foam system method extinguishes a fire by intervening between the fuel and the fire? (578)
Cooling
Separating
Suppressing
Smothering
69
Plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), and nonveneered panels are examples of: (156)
secondary wood products.
wood panel products.
combination products.
lumber.
70
The simplest type of protected premises alarm system is a(an): (615)
conventional alarm system
addressable alarm system.
supervising station system.
zoned conventional alarm system.
71
Gypsum board is an example of a: (87)
conductive agent.
blocking agent.
nonreactive agent.
passive agent.
72
Which of the following would MOST likely be an appropriate area of refuge? (245)
Outdoor patio or deck
Enclosed bathroom
Lower level common area
Rated stairwell
73
Horizontal exits require fire walls or fire-barrier walls with at least: (248)
a 2-hour fire-resistance rating.
the same rating as interior finishes.
a 1-hour fire-resistance rating.
the same rating as areas of refuge.
74
The inspector is considered to be part of the prosecution on the side of the: (22)
state or authority having jurisdiction.
defense attorney.
insurance company.
police department.
75
Which of the following is the strongest of the structural materials used in construction? (164)
Wood
Concrete
Steel
Masonry
76
How many classes of physical hazard materials are there? (386)
Twenty
Seventy-five
Ten
Fifty
77
Prosecution usually occurs when the property owner/occupant has failed to: (20)
properly line parking spaces.
update Safety Data Sheets every six months.
correct an outstanding fire code violation.
correct business information with the jurisdiction.
78
What type of dead-end turnaround allows a vehicle to back into a space and turn around? (288)
“T”
Cul-de-sac
Alley dock
Hammerhead
79
When it comes to open burning, what do most model fire codes require for individuals? (310)
Contracts
Participant list
Permits
Equipment use deposit
80
The fire alarm component that serves as the brain of an alarm system is called the: (608
initiating device.
fire alarm control unit (FACU).
notification appliance.
secondary power supply (SPS).
81
When inspecting areas that involve noisy operations, it may be necessary to: (691)
reschedule the inspection.
take notes.
wear hearing protection.
use nonverbal cues.
82
What must be verified to ensure that fire and life safety requirements are met during construction? (654)
Fire watch personnel
Site access
Rehabilitation or rest area
Adequate number of employees
83
Who should the inspector notify when violations are found during a site visit? (654)
Building department official
Insurance representative
General contractor
Fire marshal
84
Buildings classified as Type II construction are comprised of materials that: (120)
have been specially treated to prevent fire.
create large voids above the ceiling.
will not contribute to fire development or spread.
are constructed of small-dimension wood stud systems.
85
How do responding firefighters know where fire lanes and fire apparatus access roads are located? (289)
Internet searches
Painted curbs and posted signs
Maps
Word-of-mouth
86
Who is responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of fire protection systems in retail outlets? (323)
Contractors
Architects
Store owners
Occupants
87
Which statement about procedures for accepting field changes is MOST accurate? (652)
Once a plan is approved, changes cannot be made to that plan.
The authority may rest solely with the fire marshal or building official.
An owner/occupant can make field changes without approval.
The inspector is always allowed to approve field changes.
88
Any additions or alterations to existing structures will be regulated by the ____ code. (45)
original
oldest
current
previous
89
Conducting plans review enables plans examiners to: (653)
determine appropriate fees.
discover any errors or omissions in a building plan.
discover demographic information about occupants.
determine appropriate fees.
90
An inspector needs to be proficient in various types of: (695)
written communication.
natural sciences.
mathematics.
languages.
91
The system used when water alone may not be an effective fire extinguishing agent is a: (578)
foam system.
dry powder system.
dry-chemical system.
carbon dioxide (CO2) system.
92
Which of the following barriers could pose access problems for aerial apparatus? (297)
Building canopies
Sunscreens
Climate
Ornamental walls
93
Which occurs with rapid oxidation? (75)
Vaporization
Rust
Smoldering
Combustion
94
The burden of reporting the storage and use of hazardous materials rests with: (380)
the business.
manufacturers.
fire inspectors.
the fire department.
95
Which automatic sprinkler system has the advantage of water flowing to the sprinklers from multiple directions? (507)
Combination sprinkler systems
Multicycle sprinkler systems
Backup distribution sprinkler systems
Gridded systems
96
Converting water from a liquid to a gas requires: (75)
an exothermic reaction.
a kinetic reaction.
an endothermic reaction.
an active reaction.
97
Which operating valve is located on the riser and used to flow water for testing the waterflow alarm? (510)
Alarm-test valves
Check valves
Drip check or drip ball valves
Drain valves
98
Automatic alarm-initiating devices are more commonly known as: (623)
initiators.
activators.
detectors.
alarms.
99
What can an inspector do about an observed unsafe behavior? (308)
Nothing
Educate occupants
Evict occupants
Report the behavior
100
Which of the following refers to unintended resistance heating? (81)
Sparking
Overcurrent or overload
Arcing
Smoldering
