Fire Codes Flashcards
What is the definition of “automatic aid agreements” according to the Fire Protection and Prevention Act?
a) Agreements between municipalities for fire equipment procurement
b) Agreements for fire department funding
c) Agreements for mutual aid during emergency situations
d) Agreements for training volunteer firefighters
C
According to the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, who is considered a “firefighter”?
a) Only full-time employees of a fire department
b) Only individuals appointed as fire chiefs
c) Anyone employed in or appointed to a fire department providing fire protection services
d) Only individuals trained in fire suppression
C
What is encompassed under the term “fire protection services” as defined in the Fire Protection and Prevention Act?
a) Only fire suppression activities
b) Fire suppression, prevention, and safety education, among other services
c) Only emergency rescue services
d) Fire equipment maintenance and repair
B
According to the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, what responsibilities does every municipality have?
a) Providing fire protection services only as determined necessary by the provincial government
b) Establishing programs for public education on fire safety and providing other necessary fire protection services
c) Establishing programs for firefighting training
d) Providing financial assistance to neighboring municipalities
B
How can municipalities discharge their responsibilities under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act?
a) By appointing a community fire safety officer or establishing a fire department
b) By appointing a fire chief
c) By establishing a fire department only
d) By providing funding for fire safety education programs
A
Under what circumstances can the Fire Marshal or a fire chief enter land or premises without a warrant according to the Fire Protection and Prevention Act?
a) If they suspect the presence of hazardous materials
b) If they have reason to believe a fire has occurred or is likely to occur
c) If there is a history of fire incidents on the premises
d) If they need to conduct a routine inspection
B
What powers are granted to the Fire Marshal or a fire chief upon entering land or premises under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act?
a) They can only make inquiries of any person present
b) They have the authority to close the premises and prevent entry, among other powers
c) They can only take photographs and videos for documentation
d) They cannot make any changes or interventions
B
When does the requirement for smoke alarm installation apply according to the Building Code?
a) It applies to all buildings regardless of occupancy
b) It applies only to residential buildings
c) It applies if smoke alarms have not been installed in accordance with the Building Code after April 6, 1998
d) It applies only to commercial buildings
C
Who is responsible for ensuring the installation of smoke alarms in rental suites according to the Building Code?
a) The tenant
b) The local fire department
c) The building inspector
d) The landlord
D
What are the installation requirements for smoke alarms in dwelling units according to the Building Code?
a) They must be installed in every room of the dwelling unit
b) They must be permanently connected to an electrical circuit or be battery-operated
c) They are only required on upper floors of the dwelling unit
d) They are not required if the dwelling unit has sprinklers
B
When does Section 2.16 of the Building Code apply to buildings with residential occupancy?
a) As of April 15, 2015, for all buildings
b) As of October 15, 2015, for all buildings
c) As of April 15, 2015, for buildings with no more than six suites of residential occupancy
d) As of October 15, 2015, for buildings with no more than six suites of residential occupancy
C
Who is responsible for ensuring the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in rental suites according to the Building Code?
a) The tenant
b) The local fire department
c) The building inspector
d) The landlord
D
Where should a carbon monoxide alarm be installed if a fuel-burning appliance or a fireplace is installed in a suite of residential occupancy?
a) In the living room
b) Adjacent to each sleeping area in the suite
c) In the kitchen
d) In the hallway
B
What are the installation requirements for carbon monoxide alarms associated with building services?
a) They must be installed in the service room or area only
b) They must be installed in the common areas of the building
c) They must be installed adjacent to each sleeping area in each suite of residential occupancy with a common wall or floor/ceiling assembly with the service room or area
d) They are not required
C
What are the acceptable power sources for carbon monoxide alarms according to the Building Code?
a) Only battery-operated
b) Only permanently connected to an electrical circuit
c) Only plugged into an electrical receptacle
d) Battery-operated, permanently connected to an electrical circuit, or plugged into an electrical receptacle
D
