RA 9514 and Fire Systems

Question 1

Minimum width of egress?

Answer 1

0.915 m

Question 2

Minimum exits for 0-499 occupant load?

Answer 2

2 exits

Question 3

Minimum exits for 500-1000 occupant loads?

Answer 3

3 exits

Question 4

Minimum exits for 1,000+ occupant load?

Answer 4

4 exits

Question 5

Minimum headroom clearance?

Answer 5

2.00 m

Question 6

Clear width of door openings?

Answer 6

min - 710 mm

max- 1220 mm

Question 7

A mechanical device when pushed from the inside will cause the door to open.

Answer 7

Panic hardware

Question 8

Distance of allowable maximum dead end?

Answer 8

6.00 m

Question 9

Height of panic hardware?

Answer 9

min - 0.76 m

max - 1.12 m

Question 10

Riser height of stairs?

Answer 10

max - 0.18 m

min - 0.10 m

Question 11

Tread depth of stairs?

Answer 11

0.28 m

Question 12

Height between landings?

Answer 12

max - 3.66 m

Question 13

Minimum width of stairs with occupancy load of less than 2,000?

Answer 13

1.12 m

Question 14

Minimum thread depth of winder stairs?

Answer 14

0.15 m

Question 15

Height of handrails?

Answer 15

min - 0.76 m

max - 0.86 m

Question 16

Distance of handrail from wall?

Answer 16

0.038 m (38 mm)

Question 17

Distance from the exit?

Answer 17

61.00 m

Question 18

Distance from the exit with complete fire suppression system?

Answer 18

76.00 m

Question 19

Distance from dead end?

Answer 19

6.00 m

Question 20

Fire safety inspection is required for?

Answer 20

1. Certificate of Occupancy
2. Business Permit
3. Permit to Operate

Question 21

Fire Safety Evaluation and Inspection

Answer 21

1. Building Plan review
2. Inspection during construction
3. Inspection after completion of construction
4. Business Inspection and Routine/Annual Inspection

Question 22

FSCR (FALAR 1);

Submitted by engineer or architect of record.

Detailed design analysis of the fire safety features to be installed in the building.

Needed for the evaluation of the building plan.

Needed when obtaining FSEC for Building Permit.

Answer 22

Fire Safety Compliance Report

Question 23

FSCCR (FALAR 2)

Submitted by the contractor.

A certification that the approved plans and specifications were duly implemented.

Needed when obtaining FSIS for Certificate of Occupancy.

Answer 23

Fire Safety Compliance and Commissioning Report

Question 24

FSMR (FALAR 3)

Submitted by Building Owner.

A report on conducted annual maintenance on fire safety and protection systems.

Needed when obtaining FSIC for Business Permit, Certificate of Annual Inspection for PEZA, DOH license to operate, etc.

Answer 24

Fire Safety Maintenance Report

Question 25

FSEC Prerequisite for the Building Permit. Requires review of the plans by the Plan Evaluator, issued by the Fire Marshall upon assessment all is accordance to the Fire Code.

Answer 25

Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance

Question 26

FSIC Required for Occupancy and Business Permit.

Answer 26

Fire Safety Inspection Certificate

Question 27

Inspects buildings to assess compliance with the Fire Code.

Answer 27

Fire Safety Inspector

Question 28

Reviews plans and specifications including the fire protection system to determine compliance with Fire Code and Building Code. Inspects buildings during construction to determine compliance with plans and specs.

Answer 28

Plan Evaluator

Question 29

An official who is responsible for enforcing fire regulations or investigating fires.

Answer 29

Fire Marshall

Question 30

The aggregate floor area enclosed and bounded by fire walls or fire-resistant rated horizontal assemblies.

Answer 30

Fire Area

Question 30

A building or portion of a building or outdoor area where hazardous materials are stored and handled.

Answer 30

Control Area

Question 31

Any condition that or act which increases or may cause an increase in the probability of the occurrence of fire, or which may obstruct, delay, hinder, or interfere with fire fighting operations.

Answer 31

Fire Hazard

Question 32

A building unsafe in case of fire because it will burn easily or because it lacks adequate exits or fire escapes.

Answer 32

Fire Trap

Question 33

A space within a building that is enclosed by fire barriers on all sides, top, and bottom.

Answer 33

Fire Compartment

Question 34

A room whose only means of egress is through an adjoining or intervening room which is not an exit.

Answer 34

Interior Room

Question 35

The portion of a roadway or public-way that should be kept open and unobstructed at all times for the expedient operation of fire fighting unit.

Answer 35

Fire Lane

Question 36

Fire involving ordinary combustible materials such as wood, cloth, paper, rubber, and plastics. Uses water to suppress fire.

Answer 36

Class A

Question 37

Fire involving flammable liquid or gas. Excludes air from burning materials ot suppress fire.

Answer 37

Class B

Question 38

Fire involving electrical equipment. Doesn't use water; uses electrically non-conductive extinguishing agents such as gaseous systems.

Answer 38

Class C

Question 39

Fire involving combustible metals. Uses heat-absorbing medium which is non-reactive with burning metals to suppress fire.

Answer 39

Class D

Question 40

Fire involving vegetable oils, animal oils, or fats in cooking appliances. Doesn't use water; can only be extinguished with its fire class extinguisher.

Answer 40

Class K

Question 41

Chemical reaction of materials: fuel, oxygen, and heat.

Answer 41

Fire

Question 42

Process of starting the combustion of fuel.

Answer 42

Ignition

Question 43

Ambient temperature of unvented attic.

Answer 43

93.33 C

Question 44

What to eliminate when suppressing fire? | oxygen, fuel, or ignition?

Answer 44

Ignition * temperature can be easily controlled

Question 45

Thickness of CHB for 2-hour fire rating?

Answer 45

4" / 100mm

Question 46

Thickness of CHB for 4-hour fire rating?

Answer 46

6" / 150mm

Question 47

1 hour fire-resistive door?

Answer 47

max glass area - 0.83 sqm | max length - 1370mm

Question 48

2 hour fire-resistive door?

Answer 48

max glass area - 0.63 sqm | max length - 830mm

Question 49

3 hour fire-resistive door?

Answer 49

no windows

Question 50

The most common sprinkler system. Constantly filled with water. For conditioned locations (controlled temperature). Not for cold countries (below 40 F).

Answer 50

Wet-Pipe System

Question 51

Filled with compressed air or nitrogen. Not constantly filled with water, so delay in water flow/sprinkler operation. For unconditioned locations (no control of temperature or humidity). Garage, attic, etc. For cold countries.

Answer 51

Dry-Pipe System

Question 52

Concept of a dry pipe system, and electrically operated valve that is activated by heat, smoke or flame Protect water-sensitive areas such as freezers, museums, computer rooms, retail stores, and clean roomss, where sprinklers could cause extensive material damage.

Answer 52

Pre-action System

Question 53

System with unpressurized dry piping and open sprinkler heads. For places that are considered high hazard areas such as power plants, aircraft hangars and chemical storage or processing facilities.

Answer 53

Deluge System