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- 1. Multiple Choice
__________ compare a structure to approved plans and the code.
Plan reviewers
Inspectors
Legislators
Insurance adjusters
- 2. Multiple Choice
The primary purpose of the plan review process is to:
verify that a proposed structure is code compliant before work begins.
notify the public of the plan.
vote on the plan.
provide an additional level of safety.
- 3. Multiple Choice
A __________ is a plan for proposed development; it is submitted to the jurisdiction and includes location of structures, occupancy and construction type, proposed roadway and parking facilities, and available fire flow.
fire command memorandum
fire protection system plan
site plan
building plan
- 4. Multiple Choice
The site plan is normally the __________ plan submitted for review.
first
second
final
only
- 5. Multiple Choice
All of the following are determined during the site plan approval process EXCEPT:
the location of the structure on the property.
the building height and area.
the road configuration.
the means of egress.
- 6. Multiple Choice
You are a fire department site plan reviewer looking over the plan for a new hospital. You have several concerns, including gates with a clearance 1 foot under the minimum blocking access to the shipping entrance. There are also fire hydrant supply lines that do not meet the 8-inch minimum. In order to address the problems in the most cost-effective and agreeable way, you should:
alert the developer before the site plan has been finalized.
alert the developer after the site plan has been finalized.
wait to see if the violations are spotted by the building official.
avoid communicating with the developer.
- 7. Multiple Choice
A __________ is a system of piping, valves, hose outlets, and allied equipment installed in a building to distribute fire protection water.
fire department connection
sprinkler
fire command center
standpipe
- 8. Multiple Choice
The jurisdiction’s site plan approval may be subject to certain conditions such as:
buffers between proposed structures and existing development.
green space.
parking restrictions.
All of the above
- 9. Multiple Choice
__________ typically include building construction type and location, fire department vehicle access issues, fire protection systems, and fire flow requirements.
Construction classifications
Site plan items
Building plan items
Fire protection system plan items
- 10. Multiple Choice
Protection provided for building elements from the effects of fire expressed in terms of time is called:
a fire protection rating.
construction classification.
a site plan.
structural fire protection.
- 11. Multiple Choice
__________ is/are a type of passive fire protection.
A fire department connection
A standpipe
Structural fire protection
Sprinklers
- 12. Multiple Choice
__________ input is most valuable in the review and approval of sprinkler, fire alarm, smoke control, and other fire protection systems.
Trade association
Building department
Fire department
Legislator
- 13. Multiple Choice
__________ is the classification of a building or structure into one of the five types or subtypes included in the model building codes, based on types of materials and structural protection afforded.
Fire protection rating
Construction classification
A site plan
Structural fire protection
- 14. Multiple Choice
__________ review site plans, plans for structural fire protection and separation or fire protection ratings, emergency egress, and fire protection systems.
Trade associations
Building departments
Fire departments
Model code organizations
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which is a good option for saving time and improving communication during the site plan review process?
Working quickly without a formal checklist
Disregarding the code when necessary for improved fire safety
Co-locating fire department plan review staff at the building department
Avoiding posting guidelines on the department’s website
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a KSA for a job in the fire prevention bureau?
Ability to read architectural and engineering plans
Ability to interact with developers and design professionals
Extensive knowledge of fire department’s operational objectives and needs
Ability to act quickly and calmly under emergency conditions
- 17. Multiple Choice
How does the Plan Reviewer II differ from the Plan Reviewer I?
The Plan Reviewer II trains personnel at the Plan Reviewer I level.
The Plan Reviewer II has less experience than the Plan Review I.
Only the Plan Reviewer II represents the fire department at meetings.
Only the Plan Reviewer II reviews building and fire protection system plans for code compliance.
- 18. Multiple Choice
All of the following are responsibilities of the plan examiner EXCEPT:
reviewing building and fire protection system plans for code compliance.
representing the fire department at meetings with architects, engineers, and developers.
making recommendations for variances and code modifications.
creating codes for the ICC.
- 19. Multiple Choice
The acronym JPR stands for:
junior plan reviewer.
job performance requirement.
job placement requirement.
junior performance requirement.
- 20. Multiple Choice
__________ review building and fire protection system plans for code compliance; represent the fire department at meetings with architects, engineers, and developers; and make recommendations for variances and code modifications.
Building inspectors
Plan examiners
Fire marshals
Design professionals
- 21. Multiple Choice
Which is a source of training courses for plan review staff?
National Fire Academy
International Code Council
National Fire Protection Association
All of the above
- 22. Multiple Choice
NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner does NOT address:
minimum standards for professional competence.
management responsibilities.
guidelines for certification.
two levels of plan examiner.
- 23. Multiple Choice
National certification from the model code organizations is now accomplished through:
Building Officials and Code Administrators International.
Southern Building Code Congress International.
the International Code Council.
the International Conference of Building Officials.
- 24. Multiple Choice
NICET certification is relevant to all of the following EXCEPT:
life safety educators.
code officials involved in review and inspection of fire protection systems.
fire protection system designers.
commercial fire protection repair technicians.
- 25. Multiple Choice
The National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies certifies fire protection technicians:
through testing only.
exclusively through verification of work in the field by immediate supervisors.
through testing and personal recommendation only.
through testing, employment history, and personal recommendation.
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