527 CMR Sec.10

Question 0

A building is considered a bulk merchandising building where the sales area contain:

A. Storage of flammable liquids to a height greater than 3 feet.
B. Storage of combustible materials such as rubber tires, Group A plastics to the height of 5 feet.
C. Storage of combustible materials to a height of 14 feet.
D. Outside storage of flammable materials to a height of 20 feet.

Answer 0

C. Storage of combustible materials to a height of 14 feet.

Question 1

_____ is a building where sales area contain: (a) Combustible materials in piles greater than 12 feet in height or combustible materials on pallets, in racks or on shelves with the top of the storage is greater than 12 feet in height or (b) Combustible materials such as rubber tires, Group A plastics, flammable liquids, idle pallets and commodities with similar heat release characteristics where the top of storage is greater than 6 feet in height.

A. Bulk merchandising retail buildings.
B. High hazard occupancies.
C. Low hazard occupancies.
D. Ordinary hazard occupancies.

Answer 1

A. Bulk merchandising retail buildings.

Question 2

_____ are those having contents which are liable to burn with extreme rapidity or from which poisonous fumes or explosions are to be feared in the event of a fire.

A. Bulk merchandising retail buildings.
B. High hazard occupancies.
C. Low hazard occupancies.
D. Ordinary hazard occupancies.

Answer 2

B. High hazard occupancies.

Question 3

_____ are those having contents of such low combustibility that no self propagating fire therein can occur and that consequently the only probable danger will be from panic, fumes or smoke, or fire from some external source.

A. Bulk merchandising retail buildings.
B. High hazard occupancies.
C. Low hazard occupancies.
D. Ordinary hazard occupancies.

Answer 3

C. Low hazard occupancies.

Question 4

_____ are those having contents which are liable to burn with moderate rapidity and to give off a considerable volume of smoke, but from which neither poisonous fumes nor explosions are to be feared in case of a fire.

A. Bulk merchandising retail buildings.
B. High hazard occupancies.
C. Low hazard occupancies.
D. Ordinary hazard occupancies.

Answer 4

D. Ordinary hazard occupancies.

Question 5

_____ is a building used as a hospital or sanitorium, a convalescent or nursing home, or an infirmary, as such terms are defined in M.G.L., and licensed as such occupancies.

A. Hospital.
B. Open air parking spaces.
C. Place of assembly.
D. School.

Answer 5

A. Hospital.

Question 6

_____ is a place which may be occupied by an automobile or by a component which may be attached to or transported by an automobile, trailer or semitrailer as defined in M.G.L.

A. Hospital.
B. Open air parking spaces.
C. Place of assembly.
D. School.

Answer 6

B. Open air parking spaces.

Question 7

_____ is a room or space accommodating 50 or more individuals for religious, recreational, educational, political, social or amusement purposes, or for the consumption of food or drink, including all connected rooms or space with a common means of egress and entrance.

A. Hospital.
B. Open air parking spaces.
C. Place of assembly.
D. School.

Answer 7

C. Place of assembly.

Question 8

_____ is any building or premises in which a regular course of public or private instruction is afforded to not less than 10 pupils at one time, or to kindergartens, pre-primary or nursery schools where 10 or more children are enrolled for instruction of care.

A. Hospital.
B. Open air parking spaces.
C. Place of assembly.
D. School.

Answer 8

D. School.

Question 9

Bulk merchandising building is a building or sales areas contain combustible materials such as rubber tires, Group A plastics, flammable liquids, idle pallets and commodities with similar heat release characteristics where the top of the storage is greater than 6 feet in height, or contain combustible materials and piles greater than _____ in height or combustible materials on pallets, in racks or on shelves where the top of the storage is greater than _____ in height.

A. 8 feet.
B. 12 feet.
C. 20 feet.
D. 24 feet.

Answer 9

B. 12 feet.

Question 10

Any building or premises in which a regular course of public or private instruction is afforded to not less than _____ pupils at one time, or to kindergartens, pre-primary or nursery schools where _____ or more children are enrolled for instruction or care.

A. 4.
B. 7.
C. 10.
D. 13.

Answer 10

C. 10.

Question 11

A person shall not store in any building or on any premises in excess of _____ gross volume of combustible empty packaging crates, boxes, barrels, or similar containers; without having obtained a permit from the head of the fire department.

A. 1500 ft.³.
B. 2500 ft.³.
C. 3500 ft.³.
D. 4500 ft.³.

Answer 11

B. 2500 ft.³.

Question 12

Chief Jones visits her local hospital in February for the purpose of ascertaining whether the supervisors, attendance, and other personnel are familiar with the approved plan of evacuation. She is required to visit the hospital; how many more times in 1994?

A. 0.
B. 3.
C. 5.
D. 11.

Answer 12

B. 3.

At least 4 times each year

Question 13

For the purpose of conducting a fire drill in a school, the drill shall be conducted only after notifying:

A. Principal, teachers and students.
B. Only the maintenance personnel.
C. Only the person in charge.
D. You are not allowed to notify anyone.

Answer 13

C. Only the person in charge.

Question 14

Outside storage of combustible or flammable materials shall not be more than _____ in height and shall be compact and orderly.

A. 10 feet.
B. 15 feet.
C. 20 feet.
D. 25 feet.

Answer 14

C. 20 feet.

Question 15

Every school, college, and university laboratory newly constructed or renovated, or any room used for similar purposes, we’re in corrosives or flammable liquids are handled or where open flame devices are used, shall be equipped with one or more emergency wash systems. The permanently mounted showers shall be located as close to the main door or the laboratory as possible (to provide an escape route), but should not be located greater than _____ from an experimental area.

A. 20 feet.
B. 30 feet.
C. 40 feet.
D. 50 feet.

Answer 15

D. 50 feet.

30 gals per min; water temp at 70-90°F

Question 16

Outside storage of combustible or flammable materials shall not be more than 20 feet in height and shall be compact and orderly. Such storage shall be located as not to constitute a hazard and not less than _____ from any other building on the site or from a lot line.

A. 20 feet.
B. 25 feet.
C. 30 feet.
D. 50 feet.

Answer 16

B. 25 feet.

Question 17

The minimum width of a fire lane shall be:

A. 8 feet.
B. 12 feet.
C. 16 feet.
D. 18 feet.

Answer 17

D. 18 feet.

Question 18

Fire safety requirements at wholesale establishments where more than 25 cases of matches are stored, shipping containers containing matches shall be arranged in piles not exceeding 18 inches in height nor 25,000 ft.³ in volume. Such pile units shall be separated from each other and from other combustible materials by a clear space of not less than _____ .

A. 4 feet.
B. 8 feet.
C.10 feet.
D. 12 feet.

Answer 18

A. 4 feet.

(Matches shall not be stored within 10 feet of any exit, open stairway, elevator shaft opening or other vertical opening.)

Question 19

Every wash station in every school, college, or university laboratory shall be tested:

A. Monthly.
B. Quarterly.
C. Semi-annually.
D. Annually.

Answer 19

C. Semi-annually. (Every 6 months)

Question 20

Any building determined to be especially unsafe in case of a fire, shall be identified and caused to be marked by the building official, with the cooperation of the head of the fire department, to indicate the degree of hazard. _____ shall mean that the interior hazard exist to the degree that interior operations shall be conducted with extreme caution.

A. A square box with a double diagonal line inside.
B. A square box with a single vertical line inside.
C. A square box with a cross inside.
D. A square box with a single diagonal line inside.

Answer 20

D. A square box with a single diagonal line inside.

Min of 24x24 inches

Question 21

Any building determined to be especially unsafe in case of a fire, shall be identified and caused to be marked by the building official, with the cooperation of the head of the fire department, to indicate the degree of hazard. _____ shall mean that exterior or interior hazards exist to such a degree that consideration should be given to conduct operations from the exterior only.

A. A square box with a double diagonal line inside.
B. A square box with a single vertical line inside.
C. A square box with a cross inside.
D. A square box with a single diagonal line inside.

Answer 21

C. A square box with a cross inside.

Min of 24x24 inches

Question 22

All required fire resistant rated doors or smoke barriers shall be maintained in good working order. Of the following statements the most correct statement is:

A. The fire doors may be chocked open only during the hours of 9 AM to 6 PM and only with the authorization of the building manager.
B. The use of doorstops, wedges and other unapproved hold-open devices shall be prohibited.
C. Fire doors may be blocked open only if the doors are covered with 1/2 inch of fire resistive material.
D. The fire doors may be blocked open only during the hours of 9 AM and 6 PM and only with the authorization of the building maintenance department.

Answer 22

B. The use of doorstops, wedges and other unapproved hold-open devices shall be prohibited.
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(Where it is desired to keep the doors open, the head of the fire department shall require the installation of approved automatic closing devices.)

Question 23

You are inspecting a building and discover an ungaraged automobile. You determine from the owner, the vehicle has been stored for more than 45 days and is obviously in a condition of disrepair. You should instruct him to:

A. Do nothing as there is no requirement to do anything.
B. Fill the remaining portion of the tank with water.
C. Drain the entire tank, leave empty and dispose of the fuel in accordance with DEP.
D. Drain the entire tank, dispose of the fuel in accordance with DEP and then fill 5% volume with water.

Answer 23

D. Drain the entire tank, dispose of the fuel in accordance with DEP and then fill 5% volume with water.
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Ungaraged more than 30 days; not intended for use; 24 hours to comply after written notification.

Question 24

The head of the fire department shall visit each hospital at least _____ times each year, for the purpose of ascertaining whether the supervisors attendance and other personnel are familiar with the approved plan of evacuation.

A. 3.
B. 4.
C. 5.
D. 6.

Answer 24

B. 4.

Question 25

An asphalt tar kettle is being used for street repair work. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding transporting this tar kettle over the road.

A. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work shall not be transported over any highway, road or street with an open flame.
B. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work shall only be transported in an open fired condition when the asphalt tar kettle unit is towed or moved at a speed not to exceed 10 mph, with a safety vehicle with warning lights following the kettle when the open fired asphalt tar kettle is being transported or moved.
C. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work must be equipped with an improved automatic suppression system.
D. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work shall be equipped with one 20lb. BC fire extinguisher.

Answer 25

B. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work shall only be transported in an open fired condition when the asphalt tar kettle unit is towed or moved at a speed not to exceed 10 mph, with a safety vehicle with warning lights following the kettle when the open fired asphalt tar kettle is being transported or moved. (TRUE)
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Question 26

The following statement is TRUE regarding asphalt tar kettles:

A. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work shall only be transported in and open fired condition when the asphalt tar kettle unit is towed or moved at a speed not exceeding 20 mph.
B. Asphalt tar kettles shall be used inside any building or on any rooftop under 60 feet in height.
C. When utilized for temporary use of asphalt tar kettles on roofs over 70 feet in height, the attendant must man the kettle for a period of one hour after operation or until the material reaches a temperature of 315°F.
D. A permit shall be obtained from the head of the fire department at least one working day prior to the placement of a tar kettle on a roof.

Answer 26

C. When utilized for temporary use of asphalt tar kettles on roofs over 70 feet in height, the attendant must man the kettle for a period of one hour after operation or until the material reaches a temperature of 315°F. (TRUE)
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A. Asphalt tar kettles being used for street repair work shall only be transported in and open fired condition when the asphalt tar kettle unit is towed or moved at a speed not exceeding “20 mph”. (FALSE - “10 mph”)
B. Asphalt tar kettles “shall be used” inside any building or on any rooftop under “60 feet” in height. (FALSE - “shall NOT be used” ; “70 feet”)
D. A permit shall be obtained from the head of the fire department at least “one working day” prior to the placement of a tar kettle on a roof. (FALSE - “2 working days”)

Question 27

The head of the fire department, or person designated by him, shall visit each school at least _____ times each year for the purpose of conducting fire drills and questioning the teachers and supervisors.

A. 3.
B. 4.
C. 5.
D. 6.

Answer 27

B. 4.

Question 28

Temporary use of asphalt tar kettles shall be permitted on roofs over 70 feet in height when used in accordance with this section. The following statement is FALSE regarding the temporary use of these tar kettles:

A. The attendant must man the kettle for a period of one hour after operation or until the material reaches a temperature of 315°F.
B. No spare propane cylinders are to be stored on roofs and all cylinders are to be removed at the end of each work day.
C. A 20 B:C multipurpose fire extinguisher must be used on all rooftop asphalt kettles.
D. A permit shall be obtained from the head of the fire department at least five working days prior to the placement of a tar kettle on a roof.

Answer 28

D. A permit shall be obtained from the head of the fire department at least “five” working days prior to the placement of a tar kettle on a roof. (FALSE - “two working days”)

Question 29

There shall not be an exposed flame on roof top tar kettles. Asphalt tar kettles are to be placed on a noncombustible surface away from air conditioning and ventilation units and are not to be left unattended. The attendant must man the kettle for a period of one hour after operation or until the material reaches a temperature of 315°F. Propane cylinders must be secured in two places; no spare cylinders are to be stored on roofs and all cylinders are to be removed at the end of each workday. A permit shall be obtained from the head of the fire department at least _____ working days prior to the placement of a tar kettle on a roof.

A. 1.
B. 2.
C. 3.
D. 4.

Answer 29

B. 2.

Question 30

Every school, college and university laboratory newly constructed or renovated, or any room used for similar purposes wherein corrosives or flammable liquids are handled or where open flame devices are used, shall be equipped with one or more emergency wash systems. Every wash station shall be tested by the owner of the building or his designee _____ for proper flow and operation.

A. Every month.
B. Every two months.
C. Everything once.
D. Every six months.

Answer 30

D. Every six months.

Question 31

The head of the fire department shall be notified in writing at least 24 hours before any building or structure is to be closed in connection with the use of any toxic or flammable fumigant. Suitable warning signs indicating the danger, type of chemical involved and recommended precautions shall be posted on all doors and entrances to the premises and upon all gangplank and ladders from the deck, pier, or land to the ship. Notice is to be printed in:

A. Green ink on black background.
B. Blue ink on white background.
C. Red ink on white background.
D. Black ink on yellow background.

Answer 31

C. Red ink on white background.

Letters at least 2 inches in height; shall state the date, time of operation, and name of the operator in charge.

Question 32

According to the personal use and handling of an alcohol-based hand rub preparation is exempt from the permitting requirements of 527 CMR 14.00. The storage of alcohol-based hand rub preparations, in excess of _____ , shall comply with the requirement of 527 CMR 14.00.

A. 41 ounces.
B. 1 gallon.
C. 5 gallons.
D. 10 gallons.

Answer 32

D. 10 gallons.

Question 33

The use of wall-mounted or freestanding units used to dispense and alcohol-based hand rub preparation shall comply with the following requirements:

1. ) The maximum capacity of each dispenser shall be 41 ounces.
2. ) The minimum separation distance between dispensers shall be 48 inches.

A. 1 is true.
B. 2 is true.
C. 1 & 2 are both true.
D. 1 & 2 are both false.

Answer 33

C. 1 & 2 are both true.

Question 34

Smoking shall be prohibited in all of the following places… the exception is:

A. In “no smoking areas” of public halls and special halls only when they are not being used as auditoriums requiring fixed seats and aisles, if the head of the fire department so approves.
B. In factories, or warehouses where the material being handled in and about such structure is of a flammable nature.
C. In every assembly theater classified in use Group A-1.
D. In fire stations.

Answer 34

A. In “no smoking areas” of public halls and special halls only when they are not being used as auditoriums requiring fixed seats and aisles, if the head of the fire department so approves.

Question 35

A record of all fire exit drills shall be kept on the premises and persons in charge of such occupancies shall file written reports at least twice a year with the head of the fire department giving the following information… the exception is:

A. Name of the head of the fire department or his designee conducting the drill.
B. Date and time of the drill.
C. Number of occupants evacuated.
D. Total time for evacuation.

Answer 35

A. Name of the head of the fire department or his designee conducting the drill. (Not needed in report)
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Needed in report:
1. Time of drill.
2. Date of drill.
3. Weather conditions when occupants were evacuated.

Question 36

Paper materials displayed shall not exceed 10% of the surface area of any wall in an exit access passageway of a school. Exception 3: Paper materials displayed shall not exceed _____ of the surface area of any wall in buildings equipped with automatic sprinklers.

A. 10%.
B. 25%.
C. 30%.
D. 50%.

Answer 36

D. 50%.

Question 37

As of June 1, 2011, the owner or operator of a nightclub, with an occupant load of 100 persons or more shall designate one crowd manager, for every 250 occupants. The crowd manager shall be at least 21 years of age and responsible for the following… the exception is:

A. Maintaining clear paths of egress.
B. Extinguishing any fire that breaks out in the nightclub.
C. Assuring general fire and life safety awareness of employees and occupants, including assuring that exit announcements are made.
D. Assuring that the faculty does not exceed its occupant load limits.
E. Initiating a fire alarm if necessary.
F. Directing occupants to exits.
G. Accurately completing the safety plan checklist.

Answer 37

B. Extinguishing any fire that breaks out in the nightclub. (Not a responsibility)

Question 38

Any building determined to be especially unsafe in case of fire, under the provisions of 780 CMR 121.2 shall be identified and caused to be marked by the:

A. Head of the fire department.
B. State building commissioner.
C. State fire Marshal.
D. Building official.

Answer 38

D. Building official.

With the cooperation of the head of the fire department to indicate the degree of hazard.

Question 39

Consider the following statements regarding documents and a temporary overnight shelter which has been issued a valid certificate of occupancy in accordance with the provisions of 780 CMR; A document shall be posted in a location approved by the head of the fire department. The following statement is FALSE regarding these documents.

A. This document shall contain an accurate number of sheltered occupants on a nightly basis.
B. This document shall be in the possession of the person in charge at a designated meeting point in the event of an evacuation.
C. This document should contain the names of sheltered occupants on a nightly basis.
D. This document should contain the names of all workers and volunteers who are overseeing or assisting on a nightly basis.

Answer 39

C. This document should contain the names of sheltered occupants on a nightly basis. (FALSE)

Question 40

Each place of assembly or education shall be posted with an approved legible sign in contrasting colors conspicuously located near the main exit from the room or space stating the number of occupants permitted within such a space. The number of occupants permitted shall be determined by 780 CMR. The _____ shall be responsible for installing and maintaining such signs.

A. The state fire marshal.
B. The building owner.
C. The head of the fire department.
D. The local building official.

Answer 40

B. The building owner.

Question 41

A “Fire-safety Plan” shall be made available from bulk merchandising retail buildings, for review by inspection authorities upon request. The plan shall include the following… the exception is:

A. Detailed procedures.
B. Means of egress.
C. Water supply. 
D. Exterior exposures.
E. Property identification. 
F. Operation and use. 
G. Construction features. 
H. Common hazards. 
I. Special hazards. 
J. Extinguishing systems and devices. 
K. Evacuation notification and alarm systems. 
L. Fire prevention policies and procedures. 
M. Fire department access.

Answer 41

A. Detailed procedures. (FALSE)

Question 42

The head of the fire department shall visit each theater _____ for the purpose of asserting whether the manager and other personnel are familiar with the approved plan of evacuation.

A. 12 times per year.
B. 4 times per year.
C. 2 times per year.
D. 1time per year.

Answer 42

B. 4 times per year.

Question 43

Any person using a torch or other flame or heat producing device for the removal of paint or for the application or removal of roofing material from any building or structure shall:

A. Obtain a permit from the head of the fire department.
B. Obtain a permit from the marshal.
C. Obtain written permission from the owner.
D. Obtain a written approval from the insurance company.

Answer 43

A. Obtain a permit from the head of the fire department.

Question 44

Every wash station in every school, college or university laboratory shall be tested:

A. Monthly.
B. Quarterly.
C. Semi-annually.
D. Annually.

Answer 44

C. Semi-annually. (every 6 months)

Question 45

The head of the fire department shall visit each school at least ____ times each year for the purpose of conducting fire drills and questioning the teachers and supervisors.

A. 1.
B. 2.
C. 3.
D. 4.

Answer 45

D. 4.

Question 46

In each room in a public assembly, where chairs, or tables and chairs, are used, the arrangement shall be such as to provide for ready access by aisles to each egress door. Aisles leading directly to an egress door shall have not less than _____ width when serving more than 50 persons.

A. 30 inches.
B. 36 inches.
C. 44 inches.
D. 48 inches.

Answer 46

C. 44 inches. (0ver 50 people)
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36 inches when 50 people or less.

Question 47

All housing for the elderly complexes of six or more dwelling units shall be visited by the head of the fire department at least _____ times each year to conduct a fire drill; or if he deems a fire drill inadvisable because of the advanced age or degree of physical disability of its residents, to acertain if all occupants are familiar with the approved plan of evacuation.

A. Four.
B. Six.
C. Eight.
D. Twelve.

Answer 47

A. Four.

Question 48

A person shall not store in any building or upon premises in excess of _____ cubic feet gross volume of combustible empty packaging cases, boxes, barrels or similar containers; or rubber tires, baled cotton, rubber, cork or other similarly combustible material without having obtained a permit from the head of the fire department.

A. 1,000
B. 1,500
C. 2,000
D. 2,500

Answer 48

D. 2,500