Chapter 4 Building and Fire Codes Flashcards
(13 cards)
complete regulatory documents that can be adopted by cities and states as they are written
Model codes
Fire codes and building codes are updated every _______ by the NFPA and ICC
3 years
Building codes specify where systems are to be installed and _________ specify how the system is to be designed and installed
standards
Building codes classify buildings based on type of construction and _________
occupancy type
the actual path from any point any building to a fire rated stairwell
Exit access
from the outside door to a public way like a street or sidewalk
Exit discharge
Fire rated stairs for exits – 1 hour for stairs of the three stories and _________ for stairs for stories or more
2 hours
smoke barrier protective rooms located near stairwells and are identified with the international symbol of accessibility
Area of refuge
Recalled to a specific floor usually the first floor lobby by activation of the smoke detector.
Elevators – phase 1 operation:
Lobbies for fire service elevators are a minimum of _________ and must have a class one hose outlet in the stairwell adjacent to the lobby
150 ft.²
Hydraulic elevator power controls are located on the _________
first floor
Electric elevator Power controls are located on the _________ where the motors are located
top floor
Elevator door restrictors engage when the elevator is located _________ above the floor or “landing zone”
18’
