SPID 3

What is the primary purpose of the Fire Code of the Philippines (RA 9514)?

• To provide guidelines for plumbing systems

• To protect lives and properties from fire and hazardous materials

• To enforce environmental laws

• To regulate commercial transactions

Under RA 9514, who is primarily responsible for the enforcement of fire safety standards?

• Philippine National Police

• Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)

• Department of Public Works and Highways

• Local Government Units

How often must a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) be renewed for business establishments?

• Every month

• Every 6 months

• Annually

• Every 5 years

What is the minimum fire exit width required for a building?

• 0.50 meters

• 0.91 meters

• 1.50 meters

• 2.00 meters

What is the required fire rating for walls separating high-hazard areas from the rest of the building?

• 1-hour fire resistance

• 2-hour fire resistance

• 3-hour fire resistance

• 4-hour fire resistance

How far should fire hydrants be installed from a building?

• 2 meters

• 5 meters

• 10 meters

• 15 meters

What is the maximum travel distance to an exit for an unsprinklered building?

• 23 meters

• 30 meters

• 45 meters

• 60 meters

What is the color coding for a fire extinguisher used for electrical fires?

• Red

• Blue

• Yellow

• Green

How many fire drills are required for educational institutions per year?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for Class B fires?

• Water

• Foam

• Carbon dioxide

• Both B and C