Fire Inspector Exam: Can You Answer These Questions? Trivia Quiz
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- 1.
Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed within ____ feet of commercial cooking equipment.
- A.
20
- B.
30
- C.
40
- D.
50
Correct Answer
B. 30Explanation
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- 2.
Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than _________________?
Correct Answer
the width of the equipment
the width of the equipment.Explanation
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- 3.
The means of egress shall have a ceiling height of not less than _________?
Correct Answer
7 feet 6 inches
7' 6"Explanation
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- 4.
The minimum corridor width shall be as determined in Section 1005.1, but not less than 44 inches. Exceptions: 1. ____ inches - For access to and utilization of electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment. 2. ____ inches - With a required occupant capacity of less than 50.
- A.
24
- B.
30
- C.
36
- D.
42
- E.
48
Correct Answer(s)
A. 24
C. 36Explanation
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- 5.
A construction permit is required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
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- 6.
Automatic fire-extinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced at least every ___ months and after activation of the system.
- A.
3
- B.
6
- C.
9
- D.
12
Correct Answer
B. 6Explanation
904.11.6.2Rate this question:
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- 7.
A stop work order shall __________ and shall be given to the owner of the property, or the owner's agent, or the person doing the work.
Correct Answer
be in writingExplanation
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- 8.
Fire protection equipment shall be identified _____________________.
Correct Answer
in an approved mannerExplanation
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- 9.
Regarding opening protectives, fire door assemblies shall not be __________.
- A.
Modified
- B.
Blocked
- C.
Closed
- D.
Open
Correct Answer
A. ModifiedExplanation
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- 10.
For areas without fixed seating, the maximum floor area, in square feet per occupant, is ______ for exercise rooms.
Correct Answer
50 Gross
50 grossExplanation
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- 11.
Suitable means shall be provided for maintaining the temperaure of a fire pump room or pump house, where required, above_____ degrees F.
- A.
32
- B.
36
- C.
40
- D.
44
Correct Answer
C. 40Explanation
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- 12.
The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall not be less than ____ inches.
- A.
4
- B.
6
- C.
8
- D.
12
Correct Answer
A. 4Explanation
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- 13.
Extension cords shall be maintained in good condition without _________.
- A.
Splices
- B.
Paint
- C.
Deterioration
- D.
Stickers
- E.
Tape
- F.
Damage
Correct Answer(s)
A. Splices
C. Deterioration
F. DamageExplanation
605.5.3Rate this question:
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- 14.
A construction permit is required to erect an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of ______ square feet.
Correct Answer(s)
400Explanation
105.7.14Rate this question:
- 15.
The permissable amount of noncombustible decorative material shall not be limited.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
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- 16.
A permit is required to store, transport on-site, dispense, use or handle more than _________ of Class 2 oxidizing liquid.
Correct Answer
10 gallons
ten gallonsExplanation
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- 17.
An operational permit is required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of 400 square feet unless (among other requirements) a minimum clearance of __ feet to structures or other tents is provided.
- A.
6
- B.
12
- C.
15
- D.
20
Correct Answer
B. 12Explanation
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- 18.
Where fire department connections are subject to impact by a motor vehicle, vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with Section _______.
Correct Answer
312Explanation
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- 19.
Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosing, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be uniform, not less than ____ inches and not more than ____ inches.
- A.
36 & 42
- B.
38 & 48
- C.
24 & 36
- D.
34 & 38
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. 34 & 38Explanation
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- 20.
What is the maximum allowable exit access travel distance for a B occupancy without a sprinkler system?
- A.
Not permitted
- B.
100 feet
- C.
200 feet
- D.
300 feet
Correct Answer
C. 200 feetExplanation
Table 1016.1Rate this question:
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- 21.
The requirements for indoor displays of highly combustible goods is found where specifically?
Correct Answer
314.3Explanation
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- 22.
Where a door is adjacent to, constructed similar to and can be confused with a means of egress door, that door shall be identified with an approved sign that identifies the room name or ____________.
Correct Answer
use of the roomExplanation
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- 23.
What specific section would you cite when requiring a commercial kitchen hood to be cleaned of accumulated grease?
Correct Answer
609.3.3.2Explanation
609.3.3.2Rate this question:
- 24.
Exit signs are not required in rooms or areas that require ____________________.
Correct Answer
only one exit or exit accessExplanation
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- 25.
What is the minimum number of exits required, per story, for a building with an occupant load of 450 occupants per story?
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
5
Correct Answer
A. 2Explanation
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- 26.
Walking surfaces of the means of egress shall have a slip-resistant surface and _______________.
Correct Answer
be securely attachedExplanation
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- 27.
The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than ____ minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator.
- A.
20
- B.
30
- C.
60
- D.
90
Correct Answer
D. 90Explanation
1006.3Rate this question:
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- 28.
The rpm limits of a revolving door are found in which table?
Correct Answer
1008.1.4.1Explanation
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