Fire Insp & Code Enf Ch 15

Atriums and open shafts connecting two or more stories are permitted if they are provided with adequate smoke control, automatic sprinkler system protection, and: Page 682

• fire barriers
• smoke dampers
• fire stops
• fire suppression systems

Which of the following is MOST likely to contribute to fire spread or smoke development? Page 683

• Insulation materials
• combustible materials
• inadequate housekeeping
• hazardous materials

To verify that structures that are new, remodeled, or that have a change in occupancy classification meet the requirements of locally adopted building and fire codes, the AHJ establishes a ___ and ___. Page 651

• plans review
• permitting process
• acceptance testing
• preacceptance testing

True or false: Policies established by the AHJ will dictate the procedures for accepting field changes. Page 652

• True
• False

What is the main reason local governments require construction permits and plans review? Page 652

• Community safety
• Money
• Citation issuance
• Enforce power

What areas are included in the plans review process? Page 653

• Construction standards
• Firefighters and emergency responder safety
• Input in design process
• Information about construction projects
• Correcting errors

What are the two reasons an inspector should visit sites often? Pages 653-654

• To verify that each code requirement is being met based on the approved plan
• To verify that fire and life safety requirements needed during construction are met.
• To make frequent, less through inspections
• To issue citations

True or False: Inspectors must verify that all means of egress are clear. Page 654

• True
• False

What are used to increase efficiency with which drawings convey information and reduce the clutter that would result from describing every detail. Page 655

• abbreviations
• symbols
• icons
• pictures
• drawings

What are the steps in the plans review process? Page 656

• Application and submittal
• Review
• Resubmittal
• Accept
• Authorize