Florida State Test Review Fire Inspector
A manual fire alarm box is typically located how many feet of an exit door
5 feet 300 ft additional
How many people should be on a board of appeals
5 to 7 people
What is the activation temperature of an orange head sprinkler
500 to 575 degrees F Classification is ultra high
Piles
Deep foundation type that uses beams used to support load
What type of electrical outlet should be installed in bathrooms
GFCI: ground fault circuit interrupted Also anywhere water is within 6'6" in kitchens
Soldier course
Has bricks place vertically on end
Building code
A set of rules developed y a standards organization and adopted as law
What is another name of the solution composed of potassium carbonate
A wet chemical extinguisher agent
At what temperature does steel begin to fail
Above 1000 degrees F
What is the symbol for class c fires
Blue circle
Mercantile occupancies
Building used to sell and display merchandise
Concentrated load
Load that is applied at one point or over a small area
What are hidden lines
Medium weight and composed of short dashes. They define edges and surfaces that are not visible in a particular view
Type of door required for flammable storage room
Self closing
What type of material is Halon ineffective on
Self oxidizing
NFPA 15
Standard for water spray fixed systems for fire protection
Steiner tunnel
Test apparatus used in the determination of flame spread ratings
Who has the ultimate authority to make changes in fire codes
The AHJ
What is the minimum distance needed between LPG and other flammable liquid storage tanks
20 feet
What is the minimum rating of a door into an exit access corridor
20 minutes
What is the rating for doors in a smoke proof enclosure
20 minutes
What is the maximum travel distance to an exit in a sprinkler protected education building
200 feet
At what height does rack storage required sprinkler within the racks
25 feet
What is the minimum distance between above ground flammable or combustible storage tanks
3 feet
What is the length of time a temporary platform may be erected for in a new assembly
30 days
In an isometric drawing what angles are the horizontal planes drawn above the horizon
30 degrees
Foam solution
A homogeneous mixture of foam concentrate and water before the introduction of air
What is a beam
A horizontal structure member used between posts, columns, or walls
What is a benchmark
A known elevation of a plot plan
According to NFPA 1 what is a highly volatile liquid
A liquid with a boiling point of less than 68 degrees F
On a plan what is a schedule
A list of details or sizes for building components such as doors windows or beams. Which is done by the architect
What is a chase
A passageway usually vertical cut into a masonry wall for a pipe or conduit
What is a gusset plate?
A piece of metal or plywood used to reinforce a joint of a truss
A pressure tank system is always going have what kind of valve
A pressure release valve
What is hip rafter
A rafter that extends from an outside corner of a building to the ridge board usually at 45 degrees to the ridge
What is a Public way and it's clear width and height
A street, alley or sidewalk open to the outside that is used by the public. Must have a clear width and height of 10 feet
What is a simple beam
A wood joist spanning wall to wall
What are ICC assembly categories
A1: fixes seating for performance arts or motion picture viewing A2: non fixed seating that serves food and beverages A3: used for worship, recreation or amusement such as churches, bowling alleys, art galleries, arcades A4: viewing of indoor sporting events or spectator seating A5: outdoor viewing areas open air venues location for vendors or kiosks
Which landings have standpipe connections in scissor stairs
Alternating floors
Disadvantages of steel
Begins to rust when expose to air and moisture Will weaken and elongate when expose to heat from fire
Fire dampers are activated how
By fusible links
NFPA 30 covers what
Combustible and flammable liquids codes
Frost line
Common depth at which ground water in soil will freeze
foam
Complete product once air is introduced into the foam solution
Pier
Deep foundation type that uses beams mounted on concrete wedges/blocks to support load
Foam proportioner
Device that places the correct amount of foam concentrate into the water stream to make the foam solution
Residential sprinkler system required what size piping and what supply requirements
Minimum of 3/4 inch piping. May use domestic water supply with a single household shut off preventing closing the water to the system without shutting household supply also
What increments does modular drawings use
Modular and 4 inches
How often are fire service elevators tested
Monthly
A fire alarm must be in apartment buildings that are
More than 3 stories or more than 11 units
What is the spacing distance between tanks storing class I, II or III
Must be at least 1/6 the sum of their diameters
How many feet does a portable fire extinguisher rated 40 B:C be located from a kettle
Must be located within 25 feet if being used for roofing an additional 3-A:40-B:C extinguisher must be available
What NFPA standard covers standard for portable fire extinguisher maintenance and installation
NFPA 10
What NFPA standard covers fire sprinkler system
NFPA 13
Standard for installation of sprinkler systems in one and two family dwellings and manufactured homes
NFPA 13D
Standard for the installation of sprinkler systems in low rise residential occupancies
NFPA 13R
What NFPA standard covers installation of standpipe and hose system
NFPA 14
Standard for dry chemical extinguishing system
NFPA 17
What NFPA standard covers standard for wet chemical extinguisher system
NFPA 17A
What NFPA standard covers standard for safeguarding construction alteration and demolition operations
NFPA 241
What NFPA standard covers testing of water based fire protection system
NFPA 25
What NFPA standard covers Recommend practice for fire flow testing and markings of hydrants
NFPA 291
What NFPA standard covers hazardous materials code
NFPA 400
What NFPA standard covers Building construction and safety code
NFPA 5000
What NFPA standard covers national electrical code
NFPA 70
What NFPA standard covers standard for identification of the hazards of materials for emergency response
NFPA 704
What NFPA standard covers fire alarm and signaling code
NFPA 72
What NFPA standard covers Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives
NFPA 80
Standard for ventilation control and fire protection of commercial cookies operations
NFPA 96
Do fire escapes stairs count as a means of egress
No
Is a painting plan a common type of plan
No
Is carbon steel used for cryogenic tanks
No
Is plate glass considered safety glass
No
The thickness of wood used for fire stopping is what
No less than 2 inches
What is the maximum travel distance for a class d extinguisher
Not exceeding 75 feet same distance for a class a
What is the hour rating of the roof in a dry cleaning facility
Not less than one hour
Balconies and mezzanine with a load greater than 100 must have how many means of egress
Not less than two which is the same as a floor
Where are noted places for a welding symbol
Notes are placed within the tail
What is a common type of indicating valve
OS&Y: outside screw & yoke
What are the steps for performing main drain test
Observe, open, observe and close
What is a flitch plate girder
Is made by sandwiching a piece of steel between two wooden beams
What does veneer do
It improves the appearance of the building, it is non load bearing
What is a floor plan
It is a sectional view taken on a horizontal plane 42 to 48 inches above the floor
What is a veneer wall
One made of a single vertical thickness of masonry designed to improve the exterior appearance of the building
What is a continuous beam
One supported by three or more points
What is used to test a wet system
Opening of the main drain valve allowing the alarm to activate. Take measurements of the water system: before testing , during testing after the test is done then compare the readings
What is used to test a wet pipe system to prevent unseating the alarm valve
It is tested with the alarm bypass valve
What is a clapper valve
It opens when the system flows water allowing water from the supple side and also opens the piping to the retard chamber
Axial load
Load applied to the center of the cross section
Static load
Load that is steady, motionless, constant or applied gradually
What is an impact load
Loads applied to a building for a short period of time
What is a concentrated load
Loads located at one point
Dynamic load
Loads that involve motion including from wind falling objects and vibration
What defines residential board and care occupancies
Lodging, boarding and personal care provided to four or more residents who are unrelated to the owner or operator
parapets
Masonry or steel wall that extends pass roof 1 foot or more
What type of sprinkler heads hangs down
Pendant
Types of sprinkler heads
Pendant- installed downward Upright - installed upward Sidewall - mounted horizontally from a wall Concealed - covered with removable decorative cover plate that releases when exposed to heat Flush - mounted in a ceiling Recessed - installed in a recessed housing within the ceiling of a compartment or space
What defines institution occupancies
People with physical limitations due to health or age are cared for or provided medical treatment
What are the two common types of extinguishing agents in hood systems
Potassium Carbonate, Potassium Acetate
What are two methods of prestressing concrete
Pre-tensioning done at the plant, post- tensioning done at the job site
What is sprinkler color coding temperature classification and temperature rating
Uncoded or black ordinary 135-170 degrees F White intermediate 175-225 degrees F Blue High 250-300 degrees F Red Extra High 325-375 degrees F Green Very extra high 400-475 degrees F Orange Ultra High 500- 575 degrees F
What defines educational occupancies
Used by 6 or more persons through the 12th grade that meets for 4 or more hours in a day or more than 12 hours in a week. These codes allow one person for every 20 square feet of classroom space
What is a wythe
Single vertical row of multiple rows of masonry units in a wall usually bricks. The long side is visible
What is a sectional line
Used in a sectional view to show that the material has been cut by the cutting plane. Also called cross hatch lines
What is a check valve
Used to limit the flow of water to one direction. It is used to prevent the reverse flow of water in the system prevents it from entering the water system
What is an exploded pictorial drawing
Used to show the relative position of parts or construction details Used to clarify assembly
Diesel engine driver
Used where a driver independent of the local electrical power supply is needed. However this engine is more complex and requires batteries to start it also requires an on site fuel supply
Foundation wall
Vertical element of a foundation; rests on the foundation footers
Tension
Vertical or horizontal force that pulls things apart example exerted force on the bottom chord of truss
Compression
Vertical or horizontal forces that push the mass of material together example exerted force on the top chord of truss
What are the water supply system components
Water supple source, processing or treatment facilities, means of moving the water[water pumps] and water distribution and storage system [storage tanks, control valves, piping system and hydrants]
How often are pumps tested and run for standpipes
Weekly
What is chipboard
Sometimes used for floors in mobile homes. Wood chips glued together to make flat sheets
Column footing
Square pad of concrete that supports a column
NFPA 16
Standard for installation of foam water sprinkler and foam water spray system
What does NFPA 1031 cover
Standard for professional qualifications for fire inspector
NFPA 12
Standard on carbon dioxide extinguishing system
NFPA 2001
Standard on clean agent fire extinguishing system
NFPA 12A
Standard on halon 1301 fire extinguishing system
NFPA 11
Standard on low, medium, and high expansion form
NFPA 220
Standard on types of building construction
NFPA 750
Standard on water mist fire protection systems
What is Ashlar masonry
Stone cut in rectangular units
What are the four basic components of a dry chemical extinguishing system
Storage tank, piping, nozzles and actuating mechanism
What is the internal forces in a building which resist the load
Stress and strain
Truss
Structural member used to form roof or framework trusses form triangles
One and two family dwellings
Structures that have no more than two dwelling units including duplexes detached and semidetached units
Halon extinguishers systems
Suited for delicate electrical equipment. Not suited for deep seated class a fires. The system should be tested semi annually
What defines day care occupancies
Supervision, maintenance or care of persons of any age for periods of less than 24 hours per day
What is a lintel
Support for a masonry opening usually steel or special form since as precast concrete
Lintel
Support for masonry over an opening; usually made of steel angles or other rolled shapes
What is fire resistance
The ability for a structural assembly to maintain its load bearing ability under fire conditions
What is the most critical thing for an inspector to check in a warehouse
The automatic sprinkler system
Bottom chord of a truss
The bottom chord of a truss is under tension similar to rope
What is the discharge size of the inspectors test connections
The discharge orifice shall be equal in size to the smallest sprinkler in the system
What are the three parts of means of egress
The exit access, the exit and the exit discharge
Truss failure
The failure of any part of a truss will cause a failure of the complete truss
What is a ridge
The horizontal member at the peak of the roof. Upper ends of the rafters are connected to it
What is diameter
The length of a line running between two points on the circle passing through the center
What is a fire load
The max amount of heat that can be produced if all the combustible materials in a given area burn
What is the maximum spacing between sprinklers and the maximum allowable distance of a sprinkler from a wall
The max space between sprinklers is 12 feet The max distance of a sprinkler from a wall is 6 feet spacing for sprinklers in residential system is a max of 144 square feet
An exhauster released air to where
The outside atmosphere The accelerator unbalances the air pressure within the system
What is a distribution system
The part of an overall water supple system that receives the water from a water source and delivers it by means of pumps of gravity to the area to be served
Which drawing is the most realistic view
The pictorial drawing
Bricks laid lengthwise are called what course
The stretcher course
What is a boiling point
The temperature at which the vapor pressure of the liquid is equal to the external pressure applied to it
What are the components of a truss
The top and bottom members are called chords. The compressive connecting members are called struts. The tensile connecting members are called ties. Connections are called panel points Struts, ties, and panel points as a group are called the web
Design build
The use of a single organization to design and build a facility to minimize risks for project owner
What is a dead load
The weight of the building itself and any equipment permanently attached or built in
When should fire pumps be tested
They should be operated weekly. It should be done by the in plant managers
What is the purpose of the life safety code
To provide minimum requirements for life and safety from fire and similar emergencies
What is a circuit
Two or more conductors carrying electricity from the source to the electrical device and returning
Wall footing
Type of shallow foundation that's includes a wide thick area to distribute the weight of a wall on the bearing soil
How many times stronger is steel than concrete
15 times stronger
What is the pressure in a dry pipe sprinkler system
15 to 20 PSI above the trip point
What is the minimum clearance for combustible materials for cooking equipment
18 inches
How many inches per person for bleacher and grandstand seating
18 inches per person
What fire rating must exposed supports for above ground tanks have
2 hours or more
What is a hip jack
It extends from the top plate of the building to the hip rafter
What is the average GPM of horizontal shade pumps
500 to 1500 GPM
What is the minimum height something may project from the ceiling
6'8'' from the floor
The smallest diameter heavy timber can be is
8 inches
What type of ID is required for bulk haz-mat storage
A 4 digit ID number
Joist
A beam used to support floors or roof
What is a border line
Are located near the edge of the sheet of drawing paper Used to separate various portions of the drawing
What two materials is flame spread rating based on
Asbestos cement board [0 rating] and red oak wood [100 rating]
What should an inspector do before performing any inspection
Ask for permission to inspect the building
Where in a wood working shop is a fire most likely to occur
At the dust hogger: the machine that's turns wood scrap into chips or splinters
Types of standpipe systems
Automatic wet standpipe: has water inside at all times Automatic dry: has pressurized air once hose valve is open and pressure drops water will flow through pipes. Semiautomatic: either pressurized air or atmospheric air. The pressurized air is used for supervisory purposes and has little or nothing to do with admitting water into pipes. Activation of remote control device is required for water to enter pipes Manuel wet: has water in pipes but water is from building domestic water system. Fire fighters connect to FDC to get correct pressure to fight fire. Manuel dry: doesn't have water supply all in pipes is atmospheric air. Must connect to FDC pipe is common in remote free standing structures suck as parking garages where environmental concerns and tampering are hard to monitor
What are two types of automatic roof vent designs
Fusible link type should not operate below 300 degrees F Drop out panel type
Gate valve
Goes up Control valve with a solid plate operated by a handle and screw mechanism
Board of appeals
Group of people usually five to seven with experience in fire prevention building construction and or code enforcement
Design principles
Guidelines applied to basic units of a project that cause the items to work together as a unified completely finished item
Stretcher course
Has bricks placed end to end
Header course
Has bricks placed with the end facing out
What defines health care and ambulatory health care occupancies
Health or medical services to four or more persons who cannot evacuate themselves during an emergency without assistance from staff or emergency responders
Joists
Horizontal structural members used to support a ceiling or floor
What is the covering over studs called
Sheathing
What defines Apartment buildings
Single or multistory structures containing three or more independent dwelling units equipped with cooking and bathroom faculties
What is the common scale used for floor plans
1/4 inch equals one foot
In regards to the ordinary household lamp what are the percentages of light and heat
10 percent of the energy is light 90 percent of the energy is heat
What is the operating PSI of a pressurized water extinguisher
100 PSI
What is the maximum travel distance on a landing to reach the stairs
4 feet
What is the egress minimum width from sleeping areas in health care occupancies
48 inches
What is the distance required between explosives and the unpacking area
50 feet
What is the upper part of a truss called
A chord
What is means of egress
A continuous and unobstructed way of travel from any point in a building or structure to the a public eat consisting of 3 separate and distinct parts
What is a birds mouth cut
A cut in a rafter to make it fit flush on the top plate Consist of the plumb cut and the seat cut
What is a plot plan
A drawing showing the location of a building on its plot of land and various details of the land. Also called a site plan
What is an atrium?
An opening through a series of floors for the purpose other than an enclosed stairway
Fire cut
Angled cut made at the end of a wood joist or wood beam that rests in a masonry wall
What is a live load
Any loads to a building other than dead load
Assembly occupancies
Any structures or rooms that is used for the gathering of 50 or more persons
Most electrical fires are caused how
Arcs and overheating
What type of valve limits flow in one direction
Check valves
UN Hazard Classes
Class 1: Explosives Class 2: Gases Class 3: Flammable and combustible liquids Class 4: Flammable Solids Spontaneously Combustible Materials and dangerous When Wet Materials Class 5: Oxidizers and organic peroxide's Class 6: Poison [toxic] and poison inhalation hazards Class 7: Radioactive Materials Class 8: Corrosive Materials Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
Electrical hazards classifies
Class I - flammable vapor and gases may be present Class II - combustible dust may be found Class III - ignitable fibers may pose a hazard
Rate of rise detector depends on what
Expansion characteristic of heat. Temperature rises at a rate exceeding a fixed amount. Will activate if temperature rises 12 to 15 degrees per minute
Extinguisher mounting
Extinguisher weighing 40lbs or less may have the top no more than 5 feet above the floor. If more than 40lbs the top must be no higher than 3 and half feet. The bottom may be no closer than 4 inches to the floor
What are the hazards of dip tank operations
Fire involving the liquids and explosions involving vapor and air mixtures
A live fire watch is needed if the fire alarm system is out of service for what length of time
Four hours or more
Where is the annunciator panel located in a building
In an area approved by the AHJ
If a straight line is not running horizontal or vertical which way is it running
Incline
To water flow test a sprinkler system what is used
Inspectors test valve
Water mains in a water distribution system
Primary feeders: 16 inch pipe large pipes also known as arterial mains with widespread spacing moves large amount of water to various points in the distribution system and supple smaller secondary feeder mains Secondary feeders: 12 inch pipe that interconnect with the primary feeder lines to crest grid. Control valves can isolate each secondary feeder Distributors: 8 inch pipes small water mains that serve individual fire hydrants and commercial and residential consumers. May form an intermediate grid between secondary feeders or be dead end lines with hydrants or supply property at the end of the line
Cantilever
Projected beam or slap supported at one end
What defines hotels occupancies
Provides sleeping accommodations for guest that are in transient
What defines lodging or rooming houses
Provides sleeping accommodations for rent guest houses, foster homes
Dormitories
Provides sleeping accommodations for sixteen or more persons who are not related
What defines residential occupancies
Provides sleeping accommodations under conditions other than those defined for health care or detention and correctional
ICC residential categories
R1: sleeping units where occupants are in transient like hotels and motels R2: sleeping units with more than two dwelling units occupants are permanent in nature apartments R3: occupants are permanent in nature but doesn't fall under r1 r2 or r4 R4: assisted living/residential care for more than 5 but less than 16 persons excluding staff
What is foam concentrate?
Raw foam liquid before water and air is added. Usually shipped in 5 gallon buckets or 55 gallon drums. For fixed systems it is stored in large fixed tanks that can hold 500 gallons or more
Gross
Refers to the entire square footage
Net
Refers to the gross square footage
Butterfly valve
Rotate 90 degrees control valve that uses a flat circular plate in a pipe
What are the types of fire sprinkler
Wet pipe sprinkler system: always has water inside Dry pipe sprinkler system: where temperatures fall below 40 degrees has compress air in pipes dry pipe control valve release air when activates and fill pipes with water Preaction: might be low pressure supervisory air in pipping. Fire detector activation Deluge system: fire detector activation or manual station release to open system valve so water will flow into the pipe. All sprinklers will activate causing flooding action.
When is a pre action system used
When it is especially important that the water damage be prevented even if the sprinkler pipes break accidentally
What is a fire cut
When the end of a joist is cut off at an angle to permit the joist to fall out of the masonry wall without damaging the walk
What is a chipboard
Wood chips glued together to make flat sheets
Particleboard
Wooden structural panel formed from wood particles and synthetic resins
Is exit access permitted through dining room and sitting rooms
Yes but not through kitchens or storage rooms
