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- Which NFPA standard provides guidelines for fire protection planning and design for buildings? A. NFPA 70 B. NFPA 13 C. NFPA 1 D. NFPA 25
NFPA 1 is the Fire Code that includes requirements for fire
protection planning and design.
- When reviewing plans for a new commercial building, which occupancy classification is most relevant for a high school? A. Assembly B. Educational C. Business D. Institutional
High schools fall under the Educational occupancy per NFPA
- Which document provides the primary guidance for determining fire flow requirements? A. NFPA 10 B. IFC Appendix B C. NFPA 72 D. NFPA 99
The International Fire Code Appendix B gives detailed fire flow
calculation guidelines.
- What is the primary purpose of plan review? A. To assess structural stability B. To reduce costs for the owner C. To ensure compliance with fire and life safety codes D. To improve aesthetics
Plan reviews ensure buildings meet fire and life safety
requirements.
- Which of the following requires review for fire department access and water supply? A. Detached residential garage B. Single-family home C. Commercial warehouse
- Who holds the ultimate responsibility for code compliance in submitted plans? A. Fire marshal B. Owner and design professional C. Contractor D. Plans examiner
The design professional and owner are responsible for ensuring
code compliance.
10.Which type of drawing shows the building footprint and relationship to roads and hydrants? A. Elevation view B. Site plan C. Floor plan D. Sectional view
Site plans provide the overall layout including access roads and
water supply.
11.A 4-story office building with a fire alarm system must comply with: A. NFPA 13 B. NFPA 25 C. NFPA 72
D. NFPA 20
NFPA 72 is the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
12.A change in building occupancy may require: A. A new street address B. Removal of sprinklers C. Upgrades to fire protection systems D. Relocation of the building
A change in occupancy may trigger different fire safety
requirements.
13.Which of the following is not a component reviewed in fire sprinkler plans?
A. Sprinkler head spacing B. Hydraulic calculations C. Electrical panel locations D. Water supply data
Electrical panel placement is not typically reviewed in sprinkler
plan review.
14.Fire department connection (FDC) should be located: A. Behind the building B. In an accessible, visible location near the street C. Inside the electrical room D. On the roof
FDCs must be easily accessible for responding fire crews.
18.What is the required turning radius for fire apparatus access roads? A. 20 feet B. 22 feet C. 28 feet inside / 50 feet outside D. 35 feet only
IFC specifies an inside radius of 28 feet and outside of 50 feet.
19.Smoke control systems are required in: A. Single-family homes B. Atriums and underground buildings C. Detached garages D. Warehouses under 1,000 sq ft
Atriums and subterranean spaces often require smoke control
systems.
20.In plan review, a code analysis typically includes: A. Color schemes B. Number of desks C. Occupancy classification, construction type, and fire protection systems D. Carpet materials
Code analysis defines critical fire protection and life safety
design elements.
21.When calculating occupant load, which factor is used?
A. Building height B. Floor area per person C. Number of doors D. Window width
Occupant load is determined by square footage per person
based on use.
22.What is the maximum travel distance to an exit in a sprinklered business occupancy? A. 100 feet B. 300 feet C. 150 feet D. 250 feet
Sprinklered business occupancies allow up to 300 feet travel
distance.
23.Which code governs new fire sprinkler system design? A. IFC B. NFPA 13 C. NFPA 25 D. NFPA 14
NFPA 13 covers sprinkler system design and installation.
24.Egress width is based on:
D. Smoke control zone
Hydraulic nodes show where flow and pressure are calculated.
28.How often must fire sprinkler systems be inspected? A. Monthly B. Annually per NFPA 25 C. Every 5 years D. Only after a fire
NFPA 25 outlines inspection, testing, and maintenance
schedules.
29.A smoke barrier wall has a minimum fire-resistance rating of: A. 1 hour B. 1 hour continuous with smoke-tight joints C. 2 hours D. 3 hours
Smoke barriers require 1-hour resistance and continuity.
30.What is the minimum ceiling height in a means of egress? A. 5 feet B. 6 feet 4 inches C. 7 feet 6 inches D. 8 feet
The minimum height for means of egress is 7'6" per code.
31.Fire alarm manual pull stations must be located: A. Behind furniture B. Near exit doors and accessible C. In bathrooms D. In HVAC ducts
Pull stations must be accessible near exits for rapid use.
32.Pressurized stairwells are designed to: A. Increase air flow B. Prevent smoke infiltration C. Lower stair temperature D. Improve lighting
Pressurization helps keep stairways clear of smoke.
33.The term “AHJ” stands for: A. Authority Helping Justice B. Authority Having Jurisdiction C. Association of Housing Jurors D. Area Health Jurisdiction
AHJ enforces code compliance.
34.Which of the following is considered a life safety system? A. HVAC system B. Emergency lighting C. Window blinds
D. Detail drawing
Section views display vertical relationships in a building.
38.Emergency voice alarm systems are required in: A. Residential garages B. Restaurants C. Assembly occupancies over certain occupant loads D. Storage units
High-occupancy assembly spaces require voice alarm systems.
39.An NFPA 13R system is limited to: A. All buildings B. Hospitals C. Residential buildings up to 4 stories D. Warehouses
NFPA 13R is intended for low-rise residential structures.
40.What does a backflow preventer protect? A. The HVAC system B. The public water supply C. Electrical circuits D. Fire extinguisher system
Backflow devices prevent contamination of public water.
41.Sprinkler systems should be designed for the:
A. Hottest climate B. Tallest nearby building C. Hazard classification of the space D. Owner's budget
Hazard classification (light, ordinary, extra) determines sprinkler
design.
42.Exit signs must: A. Be installed at eye level only B. Be red only C. Be illuminated and clearly visible D. Include braille
Exit signs must be lit and easily seen during emergencies.
43.Which code governs hazardous material storage? A. NFPA 72 B. NFPA 101 C. IFC Chapter 50 D. NFPA 13
IFC Chapter 50 addresses hazardous material storage
requirements.
44.An accessible route must: A. Have stairs B. Be free of obstructions and accessible to disabled persons
48.What triggers the need for a fire command center? A. Residential occupancy B. Daycare occupancy C. High-rise building D. Open parking garage
High-rise buildings require centralized fire control stations.
49.During a review, who determines alternate means of compliance? A. Architect only B. AHJ C. Engineer only D. Owner
The AHJ can approve alternatives when equivalent protection is
provided.
50.The best method for submitting and tracking plan revisions is: A. Email only B. Verbal approval C. Documented plan submittal system D. Handwritten notes
Formal submittal systems ensure accuracy and compliance
tracking.
51.The purpose of a plan review checklist is to:
A. Reduce staffing needs B. Ensure consistency and completeness C. Allow faster approvals D. Simplify billing
Checklists ensure all required components are reviewed
thoroughly and consistently.
52.Who is responsible for submitting corrected plans after a deficiency is found? A. Plans examiner B. Fire marshal C. Design professional D. Building inspector
The design professional must revise and resubmit corrected
plans.
53.A Type I construction building has: A. Wood structural members B. Partial fire resistance C. Structural elements with the highest fire resistance D. No fire protection
Type I construction has noncombustible materials and high fire-
resistance ratings.
54.A plans examiner should verify the use of which code edition?
Travel distance ensures occupants can exit safely within allowed
distances.
58.Which occupancy type generally requires the most stringent fire protection? A. Business B. Educational C. Institutional D. Mercantile
Institutional occupancies involve individuals with limited
mobility or confinement, requiring stricter safeguards.
59.When are two-way communication systems required in areas of refuge? A. Always B. In multi-story buildings where elevators are used for evacuation C. Only in single-story buildings D. When sprinklers are present
Areas of refuge must have communication systems for
occupants needing assistance.
60.Which document outlines the scope and responsibilities of a Plans Examiner II? A. NFPA 13 B. NFPA 72 C. NFPA 1031
D. IFC Chapter 9
NFPA 1031 sets the professional qualifications for fire inspectors
and plan reviewers.
61.Which code requirement typically governs stairway width? A. Height of building B. Occupant load served C. Sprinkler system size D. Fire alarm type
Stair width is determined by the number of occupants using the
stairway.
62.What type of fire sprinkler hazard classification applies to a retail store? A. Light hazard B. Ordinary hazard group 2 C. Extra hazard D. High-piled hazard
Retail stores typically fall under ordinary hazard group 2.
63.NFPA 13 requires sprinkler heads to be spaced based on: A. Fire alarm zones B. Ceiling construction and hazard classification C. Number of rooms
