Fire Officer p180

What is the first step a fire officer should take when conducting a fire inspection?

• Meet the property owner or manager

• Circle the area as you park the apparatus

• Begin the inspection at the exterior of the building

• Write a formal report on the inspection

Where should the fire apparatus be parked during an inspection?

• In a fire lane

• In front of the main entrance

• Next to the hydrant

• In a location that does not disrupt the business

What should be confirmed during the exterior walk-around of a building?

• The operability of fire doors

• The condition of smoke detectors

• The presence of fire extinguishers

• The address is properly identified

What is a primary concern during a fire inspection?

• The ability of occupants to exit a building quickly

• The presence of a commercial kitchen

• The presence of fire extinguishers

• The condition of smoke detectors

What should be checked in the basement during an inspection?

• Improper storage of combustibles near electrical panels

• The condition of the roof

• The operability of fire doors

• The presence of fire extinguishers

What should be done if exit problems are found during an inspection?

• Ignore them if they are minor

• Issue immediate correction orders

• Schedule a follow-up inspection

• Report them in the next inspection

What should be verified about the fire department connection?

• It is painted red

• It is free from foreign objects inside the piping

• It is connected to the main water supply

• It is located at the front of the building

What should be checked regarding fire doors during an inspection?

• They are painted red

• They are not propped open and are in operable condition

• They are located at every exit

• They are made of metal

What should be done after completing the inspection?

• Leave the premises immediately

• Conduct a second inspection

• Meet with the owner or representative for an exit interview

• Call the fire department for a report

What should be checked in a building with a commercial kitchen?

• The operability of fire doors

• The presence of fire extinguishers

• The condition of smoke detectors

• The hood and duct system and fire suppression system