Chapter 7 - Means of Egress

Select all the common factors that are cited in regard to means of egress:

• Locked or blocked exit doors

• Improperly marked and inaccessible exits

• Combustible interior materials

• Inadequate or nonexistent fire protection systems

• Overcrowded occupancies

What are the 3 elements of means of egress:

• Exit Access

• Exit

• Exit Discharge

• Occupancy Load

• Illumination

A public way must have a clear width and height of ______ feet. (____ x _____)

• 10

• 12

• 6

• 20

What is an example of a passive fire subsystem?

• Fire-resistance rated construction of doors and walls

• Automatic sprinklers

• Fire and smoke dampers

• Accessible Public Way and Stairwells

Answer explanation

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Passive: fire-resistant doors and walls

Active: automatic sprinklers

What is an example of an active subsystem for means of egress?

• Automatic sprinkler systems

• Fire-rated walls and doors

• Posted Occupancy Load

• Fire and smoke dampers

When was the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) enacted?

• 1990

• 1970

• 1980

• 1960

What is an area where persons unable to use stairways can remain temporarily to await instructions or assistance during emergency evacuation?

• Area of Refuge

• Public Way

• Exit Discharge

• Exit Access

Select the characteristics for Areas of Refuge:

• Can be located in an approved elevator lobby or rated stairwell

• Separate and resist passage of smoke

• Provide protection for occupants who cannot evacuate

• Must have fire-rated doors of 5 hours

• Must have a window access

Answer explanation

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____ of the elements of a means of egress must be free from obstructions and combustible materials if they are to be useful during an emergency.

• Some

• All

• None

• Generally

What is a portion of a means of egress that leads to the exit?

(Example: hallways, corridors, aisles)

• Exit

• Exit Passageway

• Exit Access

• Exit Discharge