prof prac PD 9514

Question 1

What is Abatement in the Fire Code?

Answer 1

Any act that would remove or neutralize a fire hazard.

Question 2

What is an Automatic Fire Suppression System?

Answer 2

A system of piping connected to a source of extinguishing agent that activates automatically to suppress fires.

Question 3

What is a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)?

Answer 3

A certificate issued by the BFP indicating compliance with fire safety requirements.

Question 4

What is a Fire Brigade?

Answer 4

A group of firefighters performing suppression activities in a specific area or organization.

Question 5

What is a Fire Lane?

Answer 5

A designated area of roadway kept clear for firefighting access.

Question 6

What is a Fire Exit Drill?

Answer 6

A practice exercise for evacuating occupants in case of fire.

Question 7

What is a Fire Trap?

Answer 7

A building that poses high risk during fire due to inadequate exits or flammable materials.

Question 8

What is a Fire Hazard?

Answer 8

Any condition or act that increases the risk of fire or impedes firefighting efforts.

Question 9

What is a Fire Wall?

Answer 9

A wall with at least four hours of fire resistance designed to prevent fire spread.

Question 10

What is a Certificate of Competency (COC)?

Answer 10

A document proving an individual has met fire training and competency requirements.

Question 11

What is a Fire Safety Practitioner?

Answer 11

A qualified person tasked with implementing and maintaining fire safety practices.

Question 12

What is a Fire Door?

Answer 12

A door designed to resist the passage of fire and smoke for a specific period.

Question 13

What are Class A Fires?

Answer 13

Fires involving ordinary combustible materials like wood and paper.

Question 14

What are Class B Fires?

Answer 14

Fires involving flammable liquids or gases.

Question 15

What are Class C Fires?

Answer 15

Fires involving energized electrical equipment.

Question 16

What is a Fire Alarm?

Answer 16

A signal device warning of fire danger.

Question 17

What is a Dry Standpipe?

Answer 17

A standpipe system with no water in the pipes until it is supplied externally during an emergency.

Question 18

What is a Plan Evaluator?

Answer 18

A BFP officer who reviews building plans for compliance with fire safety standards.

Question 19

What is a Fire and Life Safety Assessment Report (FALAR)?

Answer 19

A document required to evaluate fire safety in buildings at different construction stages.

Question 20

What is a Fire Protective and Fire Safety Device?

Answer 20

Equipment designed to detect, warn, or suppress fires and protect individuals.

Question 21

What is the primary policy of the Fire Code of the Philippines?

Answer 21

To ensure public safety, promote economic development, and professionalize fire services by enforcing fire safety regulations.

Question 22

What structures and persons are covered by the Fire Code?

Answer 22

All persons, and all public or private buildings, structures, facilities, and their premises.

Question 23

Who issues the Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)?

Answer 23

The Chief, Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), or their authorized representative.

Question 24

What is the purpose of a Fire Lane?

Answer 24

To keep a roadway or public way open and unobstructed for firefighting operations.

Question 25

What must a company with 50 or more employees establish?

Answer 25

A company fire brigade.

Question 26

What document certifies a fire safety practitioner's training?

Answer 26

Certificate of Competency (COC).

Question 27

What kind of training must fire brigade members undergo?

Answer 27

Training in fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services.

Question 28

Who leads a fire brigade within a company?

Answer 28

The Fire Brigade Chief.

Question 29

What do practice drills test in fire brigades?

Answer 29

The members’ ability to perform assigned firefighting tasks.

Question 30

What is the BFP's role during fire emergencies involving volunteer brigades?

Answer 30

They exercise direct operational control.

Question 31

What assistance can the Philippine National Police provide to the BFP?

Answer 31

Fire scene security, enforcement actions, and obstruction removal.

Question 32

What is required before a business can obtain a permit?

Answer 32

A Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC).

Question 33

What is the purpose of FALAR 1?

Answer 33

To assess fire safety before construction begins.

Question 34

Who can serve as Fire Safety Inspectors among uniformed BFP personnel?

Answer 34

Licensed engineers, architects, or relevant degree holders with required training.

Question 35

What is considered a high-hazard occupancy?

Answer 35

Occupancies where contents are highly flammable or explosive.

Question 36

What is the minimum fire resistance rating for a fire exit enclosure connecting four storeys?

Answer 36

Two hours.

Question 37

What must be done to doors in exit enclosures?

Answer 37

They must be self-closing and fire-rated.

Question 38

What is required of every means of egress?

Answer 38

It must be free of obstructions and clearly marked.

Question 39

What type of buildings must have two means of egress?

Answer 39

Buildings where blocking one exit endangers occupants' safety.

Question 40

How is a Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC) obtained?

Answer 40

By submitting FALAR 1 and complying with plan evaluation procedures.

Question 41

What is required of fire brigade personnel to remain eligible?

Answer 41

Readiness for fire alarms and participation in training.

Question 42

What defines a “Mixed Occupancy” in the Fire Code?

Answer 42

Two or more occupancy classes within one building that cannot be separated.

Question 43

Who evaluates building plans for fire safety compliance?

Answer 43

Plan Evaluators designated by the BFP.

Question 44

What is the role of the Technical Staff under BFP?

Answer 44

To study fire safety standards, develop training, and recommend policy changes.

Question 45

What fire protection feature must be visible and illuminated in buildings?

Answer 45

The route to every exit.