Dunn Ch 2 Flashcards
0
Q
LW wood truss it may collapse in around how long in a fully developed fire?
A
10 minutes
1
Q
Fire protection provided by auto sprinklers & with hose streams is an example of ?
A
Active fire protection
2
Q
Steel reaches 1,100 degrees steel begins to fail. At this point it will lose __% of its load carrying capacity ?
A
Almost 40%
3
Q
LW wood truss.
A
- wood as small as 2x4
- gusset plates or gang nails 1/4” to 1/2”
4
Q
Two vertical lines ?
A
Truss
5
Q
Most dangerous wood frame bld collapse?
A
Inward/outward
