Inspector Chapter 4

Dry cleaning and laundry facilities are considered _____ occupancies. Select one: a. industrial b. assembly c. educational d. business

D

In Type I construction, all structural members possess a _____ fire-resistance rating. a. low b. partial c. medium d. high

D

A _____ is an example of a common Type III structure. Select one: a. mercantile structure b. barn c. government building d. single-family residence

A

A duplex would be classified as _____ by NFPA®. Select one: a. a one- and two-family dwelling b. a hotel or motel c. a dormitory d. a lodging or rooming house

A

An inspector should evaluate factory/industrial structures based upon those requirements that pertain to the structure's: Select one: a. primary use. b. fire protection systems. c. occupant limit. d. construction.

A

Every structure is composed of basic building elements including: a. floor and roof construction. b. precast concrete. c. heavy-timber construction. d. protected steel.

A

In residential board and care occupancies, the evacuation capabilities must be properly classified based on: Select one: a. the resident posing the most significant risk. b. the resident posing the least significant risk. c. the fire protection system in place. d. the number of points of egress available.

A

The National Building Code of Canada (NBC) defines three types of building construction: Select one: a. Combustible, noncombustible, and heavy-timber. b. Combustible, noncombustible, and prefabricated. c. Type I, Type II, and Type III. d. Type A, Type B, and Type C.

A

The majority of local building codes are based on _____ developed by third-party organizations. Select one: a. model codes b. local standards c. federal requirements d. review plans

A

What can an inspector advise property owners to do to increase safety in temporary occupancies? Select one: a. Add additional signage and fire protection b. Add a greater degree of separation of units c. Inspectors do not inspect temporary spaces d. Limit the number of people allowed to use the temporary space

A

What is a "mixed occupancy"? Select one: a. A situation in which a variety of occupancies may be included in the same structure b. A situation in which a structure does not fit into any of the general occupancy descriptions c. A situation in which a structure was built for one purpose, but changes upon remodel d. A situation in which a variety of occupancies may be included in the same local code

A

What is a typical Type V structure? Select one: a. Single-family dwelling b. Schools c. Churches d. Apartment complexes

A

Which of the following is an example of a common Type III structure? Select one: a. Apartment buildings b. Barns c. Single-family homes d. Warehouses

A

Why are Type IV structures more resistant to collapse than other construction types? Select one: a. The structural elements form an insulating effect that reduce heat penetration to the inside of the beam. b. Interior building elements are noncombustible. c. There are no voids under the floors. d. The structural elements used in construction are stronger than in the other construction types.

A

Why do educational occupancies present significant challenges for inspectors? Select one: a. Facilities are used for a wide variety of activities b. Architectural design of the building c. Cannot perform inspections during school hours d. Risk of fire is very high

A

Buildings classified as Type II construction are comprised of materials that: Select one: a. have been specially treated to prevent fire. b. will not contribute to fire development or spread. c. create large voids above the ceiling. d. are constructed of small-dimension wood stud systems.

B

Interior building elements in Type IV construction: Select one: a. include noncombustible materials exclusively. b. are solid or laminated wood with no concealed spaces. c. include brick, concrete, and reinforced concrete. d. are constructed of small-dimension wood or metal studs.

B

Medical offices are considered _____ occupancies. Select one: a. institutional b. business c. educational d. assembly

B

The _____ of record typically determines the type of construction used. Select one: a. fire inspector b. design professional c. legal counsel d. construction manager

B

There are several basic building elements that are found in every structure including a structural frame and: Select one: a. heavy-timber walls. b. load-bearing walls. c. precast concrete floors. d. wall coverings.

B

Type II construction is normally used when: Select one: a. water is readily available. b. fire risk is low. c. the structure is located near a fire station. d. small quantities of combustible materials are used.

B

What determines the occupancy classification of a one- or two-family dwelling? Select one: a. Number of people in residence b. Degree of fire separation of units c. Number of available points of egress d. Degree of fire safety in place

B

Why is it important for inspectors to keep specific, official records about apartment buildings? Select one: a. Because the occupants change so often b. Each apartment building presents a unique set of problems c. Inspectors do not inspect apartment buildings d. To ensure consistency between building owners

B

Factory and industrial occupancies are broken down into subdivisions based on: Select one: a. hours of operation. b. number of occupants. c. purposes and hazards. d. construction materials.

C

Model code organizations have developed classifications that separate each occupancy into risk categories based upon: Select one: a. the fuel load. b. response time of the closest fire department. c. the use of the structure or space. d. the cost to rebuild after a fire.

C

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is an example of a third-party organization that develops: Select one: a. review plans. b. industry standards. c. model codes. d. state laws.

C

Type I structures are composed of only _____ materials. Select one: a. combustible b. natural c. noncombustible d. wood

C

Type V structures are referred to as: Select one: a. heavy-timber construction. b. masonry-type construction. c. wood frame construction. d. aluminum prefabricated construction.

C

What determines the construction type of a structure in the United States? Select one: a. Intended use of all or a portion of the structure b. Architectural diagrams and drawings c. Construction material performance under fire conditions d. Occupancy level of the structure

C

Which construction type is the strictest in terms of the amount of combustible materials allowed? Select one: a. Type IV b. Type V c. Type I d. Type II

C

Which of the following is an example of an institutional occupancy? Select one: a. Church buildings b. University facility c. Correctional facility d. Municipal buildings

C

Which of the following is the BEST description of a factor inspectors need to be aware of with Type III construction? Select one: a. No new factors arise when the use of a Type III building changes. b. Floors and roofs are constructed of wood and generally have no void or concealed spaces. c. Renovations may have resulted in greater fire risk due to the creation of large voids above ceilings and below floors. d. All Type III structures have proper fire-stopping applied.

C

Who typically determines the type of construction used in building or remodeling? Select one: a. Construction foreman b. Fire inspector c. Architect d. Property owner's legal counsel

C

Why do hotels present a wide range of life and safety challenges for inspectors? a. The residents are not permanent b. The degree of separation of units c. They include many other occupancies d. The construction materials used

C

Why is it important for an inspector to monitor the amount of wood trim or wall coverings in a Type I structure? Select one: a. Owners/occupants perceive these items as fireproof. b. These items do not impact the fire-resistance rating. c. Owners may install greater amounts of these materials than is allowed by local code exceptions. d. Type I structures are not allowed to have these types of materials present.

C

Why were occupancy loads established? Select one: a. To determine the amount of materials needed in construction b. To determine the cost of new construction c. To provide building officials with a reasonable expectation of the hazard level of a structure d. To provide an accurate limit to the number of people who can legally occupy a structure

C

Wood I-joists are efficient and light, but they are: Select one: a. difficult to find. b. very complicated to install. c. susceptible to fire damage. d. very expensive.

C

In institutional/health care facilities, an inspector may find that: Select one: a. they are well constructed with low fire loads. b. they often violate limits of occupant numbers. c. they are often poorly constructed. d. more than one fire and life safety code applies.

D

Occupancy classifications were established because certain occupancies have higher: a. model code requirements to meet. b. insurance replacement costs. c. amounts of unprotected steel construction. d. fire loads.

D

Type IV structures are referred to as: Select one: a. unprotected steel construction. b. aluminum nonbearing construction. c. prefabricated concrete construction. d. heavy-timber construction.

D

What are some of the elements an inspector should look out for in a structure that has been converted from a warehouse to apartments? Select one: a. New owners and occupants b. Amended insurance ratings c. The storage capacity of the new building d. Fire protection systems, exit signage, emergency lighting

D

What conditions contribute to the high fire load of mercantile occupancies? Select one: a. No specific conditions contribute to the fire load b. The number of available points of egress c. The fire protection and suppression system installed in the building d. The arrangement of merchandise on display and in storage

D

What makes wood trusses appealing in Type V structures? Select one: a. They are extremely heavy and provide more stability. b. They are noncombustible. c. They reduce structural redundancy. d. They can support large loads over relatively large spans.

D

Which occupancy description does NFPA® subclassify based on the number of occupants? Select one: a. Institutional occupancy b. Business occupancy c. Educational occupancy d. Assembly occupancy

D