Inspector study guide - Fire Hazard Recognition

Question 1

Most electrical fires are caused by _____, overloading, or _____________.

Answer 1

arcs, overheating electrical cords

Question 2

Detailed electrical inspections are typically the responsibility of a qualified ________.

Answer 2

electrical inspector

Question 3

______ is the pressure (potential) of the electricity in a circuit

Answer 3

volt

Question 4

______ is the quantity of electricity flowing through the circuit

Answer 4

amp

Question 5

_______is the friction encountered by the electric current

Answer 5

resistaance

Question 6

Resistance produces _____ and _____ in voltage

Answer 6

heat, drop

Question 7

3 things that determine the resistance of a wire

Answer 7

• size
• material
• length

Question 8

______ is a unit of power that is equal to the voltage times the amperes

Answer 8

watt

Question 9

currents of ___________ milliamperes or more may be lethal

Answer 9

100 to 200

Question 10

four common causes of electrical fires

Answer 10

1 - old or worn electrical equipment
2 - improper use
3 - defective electrical installations
4 - overloading

Question 11

__________ is an accumulation of electrical charges on opposing surfaces created by the separation of unlike materials or movement of the surfaces

Answer 11

static electricity

Question 12

3 control measures to dissipate generated charges (static electricity)

Answer 12

1 - maintaining humidity of 60-70%
2 - bonding the two objects together
3 - grounding the objects

Question 13

A working space of not less than _______ shall be provided in front of electrical service equipment

Answer 13

30” wide x 36” deep x 78” high

Question 14

Extensions cords may not replace

Answer 14

permanent wiring

Question 15

extensions cords may not …..

Answer 15

replace permanent wiring
be permanently attached to the structure
pass under rugs

Question 16

Extension cords shall only be used with __________

Answer 16

portable appliances

Question 17

storage shall be maintained _____ or more below the ceiling in nonsprinklered areas

Answer 17

2’

Question 18

storage shall be maintained ______ or more below the sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of building

Answer 18

18”

Question 19

combustible materials shall not be stored in ______ rooms, ______rooms, or ________rooms

Answer 19

boiler, mechanical, electrical

Question 20

primary hazard is ____________ in lumberyards

Answer 20

excessive fire load

Question 21

lumber stacks shall not exceed ________ in height

Answer 21

20’

Question 22

driveways should have a minimum width of _______

Answer 22

15’

Question 23

_______ heating devices shall not be allowed in the lumber storage area

Answer 23

portable

Question 24

permanent lumber storage areas shall be surrounded with a minimum of a __________ high fence

Answer 24

6’

Question 25

recycling operation piles shall not exceed ______ in height, ______ in width, and _______ in length

Answer 25

25’, 150’, 250’

Question 26

pallet storage may be stacked up to _______

Answer 26

30’ high

Question 27

welding and cutting sites; all combustibles shall be relocated at least ________ from the work site

Answer 27

35’

Question 28

welding and cutting is not allowed in a sprinklered building if ____________________

Answer 28

the sprinkler system is out of service

Question 29

permitted open fires shall be located not less than __________from any structure

Answer 29

50’

Question 30

fires in approved containers can not be less than _____ from a structure

Answer 30

15’

Question 31

burning hours shall be defined by the _____

Answer 31

AHJ

Question 32

tar kettles can not be used on a ______ or ______ a building

Answer 32

roof, inside

Question 33

tire storage piles shall be located at least ______ from lot lines and buildings

Answer 33

50’

Question 34

NFPA _____; standard for grandstands, folding and telescopic seating, tents and membrane structures

Answer 34

102