Chapter 4 Building and Fire Codes Flashcards
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’
