FIRE CODE CH 11/12 Flashcards by Stephen Washington

The provisions of Chapter 11 shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to _______.

Adoption of this Code

This indicates the effective date for compliance with the provisions.

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Work necessary to comply with the LA City Fire Code Chapter 11 shall be completed within a time schedule approved by _______.

Fire Code Official

The Fire Code Official is responsible for overseeing compliance.

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Historic Buildings shall develop a fire protection plan in accordance with NFPA _______.

914

NFPA 914 provides guidelines for fire protection in historic buildings.

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Existing elevators with a travel distance of _______ feet or more above or below the main floor shall be provided with emergency operation.

This requirement ensures safety for firefighting or rescue operations.

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Every Apartment and every Hotel shall have installed an automatic or _______ Fire Alarm.

Manual

This refers to the type of fire alarm system required.

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Group R: Where more than _______ smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling or sleeping unit, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected.

Interconnected alarms enhance safety by ensuring all alarms activate simultaneously.

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Single-station smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building commercial source and shall be equipped with _______.

Battery Back Up

This ensures functionality during power outages.

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Alarm signal throughout the facility for bedridden clients shall be _______ db above ambient noise levels.

This level is necessary to ensure alarms are heard by those with limited mobility.

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Health & Safety Code, Section 13113.7: Smoke alarms, approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal shall be installed in accordance with _______ instructions.

Manufacturer’s

Following manufacturer’s instructions is crucial for proper installation.

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Smoke Alarms shall be provided in all Dwelling units, upon the owner’s application on or after January 1, 1985, for a permit for alterations, repairs or additions, exceeding _______.

$1,000

This threshold triggers the requirement for smoke alarms.

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Carbon monoxide alarms are permitted to be ___ operated where the code that was in effect at the time of construction did not require carbon monoxide detectors to be provided.

Solely battery.

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The face of an exit sign illuminated from an external source shall have an intensity of not less than _______ footcandles.

This ensures visibility of exit signs in emergencies.

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Group A occupancies requiring two or more means of egress and _______ or more occupants: When egress illumination is provided, the power supply shall normally be the premises’ electrical supply.

This specifies the occupancy load that triggers additional safety measures.

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Emergency Power other than Group I-2: Provide power for not less than _______ minutes.

This specifies the minimum duration for emergency power supply.

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The required capacity of each door opening shall provide a minimum clear opening width of — _______ inches.

This is the minimum width requirement for door openings.

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Group I-2 occupancies, doors where used for the movement of beds shall provide a min opening of _______ inches.

41 1/2”

This is the minimum door opening size for bed movement.

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Doors serving as means of egress not used for movement of beds must have a minimum width of _______ inches.

This is the minimum width requirement for egress doors.

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The opening force for interior side-swinging doors without closers shall not exceed _______ pound force.

This limits the force required to open interior doors.

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Emergency Power In Group I-2: Provide power not less than _______ minutes.

This indicates the minimum emergency power duration for Group I-2.

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Stairways shall have handrails on at least one side. Handrails shall be located so that all portions of the stairway width required for egress capacity are within _______ inches of a handrail.

This ensures safety and accessibility on stairways.

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Stairways shall have handrails on at least one side. Handrail shall be located so that all portions of the stairway with required for egress capacity or within __ inches of a handrail.

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Ramps are permitted to have a minimum width of _______ inches.

This specifies the minimum width for ramps.

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Construction Requirements for existing Buildings: Aisle width shall be a minimum of _______ inches.

This is the minimum aisle width requirement.

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The access to fire shall be by window openable with use of key, tool or special knowledge or effort as determined by the Chief. Such window shall open a min of _______ inches.

This specifies the minimum opening size for fire access windows.

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Fire escape stairways shall be constructed of noncombustible materials. Fire escape stairways and balconies shall support the dead load plus a live load of not less than _______ lbs. sq feet.

100 ## Footnote This ensures structural integrity for fire escape systems.

Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be examined for structural adequacy and safety by a registered design professional or others acceptable to the Fire Code Official every _______.

5 Years & as required by fire code official ## Footnote This mandates regular safety inspections for fire escapes.

The Fire Escape inspection report shall be submitted to the _______.

Fire Code Official ## Footnote This ensures compliance with fire safety regulations.

Fire Escapes: The lowest balcony shall not be more than _______ feet from the ground.

18 ## Footnote This limits the height of the lowest balcony for safety.

Every apartment and every other sleeping room shall have access to not less than **two exits** when the occupant load is ______.

10 ## Footnote This regulation ensures safety in case of emergencies.

Every interior stairway shall be enclosed with walls of not less than **-hour fire-resistive construction**.

1 ## Footnote Fire-resistive construction is crucial for safety during a fire.

Fire escapes may be used as one means of egress if the pitch does not exceed **60 degrees**, the width is not less than ______ inches.

18 ## Footnote Proper dimensions ensure safe evacuation.

Emergency Escapes - Not within ______ feet of exposed energized high voltage conductors.

12 ## Footnote This distance is necessary to prevent electrical hazards.

Fire Escape: The exit ladder design load is not less than **400 pounds** for 16-foot ladders and ______ for 25-foot ladders.

600 ## Footnote Ensures the ladder can support the weight during an emergency.

Fire Escape: Ladder rung strength shall be a minimum of ______ pounds.

1,000 ## Footnote This strength is essential for safety and reliability.

Fire Escape: The drop ladder mechanical release mechanism shall not require more than ______ pounds to release for hand release and 25 pounds for foot release.

5 ## Footnote This ensures ease of use in emergencies.

Exit ladder devices shall be capable of withstanding an applied load __ times the design load. Test loads shall be applied for a period of ______.

4 times & one hour ## Footnote This testing ensures the reliability of exit devices.

Transoms and openings other than doors from corridors to rooms shall be fixed closed and shall be covered with a minimum of 3/4” plywood or _ gypsum wallboard or equivalent material

1/2” ## Footnote This requirement helps maintain fire safety.

Every exit doorway or change of direction of a corridor shall be marked with a well-lighted exit sign having letters at least ______ inches high.

5 ## Footnote Visibility of exit signs is critical for safe evacuation.

Fire Alarm Required: Every apartment house three or more stories in height or containing more than ______ apartments, every hotel three or more stories in height or containing ______ or more guest rooms.

15 - 20 ## Footnote This regulation ensures adequate fire safety measures.

Existing high-rise structure means a high-rise structure, the construction of which is commenced or completed prior to July 1, 1974. For the purpose of chapter 11 construction shall be dean to have commence when plans and specific specific specifications are more than 50% complete and have been presented to the local jurisdiction prior to July 1, 1974 Actual construction of such buildings shall commence on or before January 1, ______.

1976 ## Footnote This deadline is important for compliance with regulations.

Emergency Standby Power: All stationary emergency and standby generators shall comply with ______.

UL 2200 ## Footnote Compliance with UL standards ensures safety and reliability.

Emergency power systems shall automatically provide secondary power within ______ seconds after primary power is lost.

10 ## Footnote Unless specified otherwise in this code.

Standby power systems shall automatically provide secondary power within ______ seconds after primary power is lost.

60 ## Footnote Unless specified otherwise in this code.

Emergency power systems and standby power systems shall be designed to provide the required power for a minimum duration of ______ hours without being refueled or recharged.

2 ## Footnote This ensures continuous operation during power outages.

High-Rise Generator fuel lines shall be constructed of ______ hour rating.

2 hour rating ## Footnote Specific requirements for fuel line construction are necessary for safety.

Emergency power systems and standby power systems shall be designed to provide required power for a minimum of ______ hours without being refueled or recharged for high-rise buildings & Group I-2 occupancies.

6 ## Footnote This applies to occupied floors located more than 75 feet above the lowest floor level.

Standby power shall be provided for in-building, two-way emergency responder communication coverage systems for a duration of not less than ______ hours.

12 ## Footnote The system must operate at 100-percent system operation capacity.

Standby or emergency power shall be provided where laboratory suites are located above the ______ story above grade plane.

6 ## Footnote This includes locations in a story below grade plane.

Portable generators shall be operated only outdoors a minimum of ______ feet from any building openings.

5 ## Footnote This includes windows, doors, or air intakes.

Can portable generators be refueled while operating?

Never ## Footnote Refueling while operating poses significant safety risks.

Extension cords and temporary wiring used to connect portable generators shall be provided with ______ protection.

* GFCI ## Footnote These protections are essential for safe operation.

A listed portable fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of ______ shall be provided not more than 50 feet from the portable generator.

2A-20BC ## Footnote This rating ensures adequate fire safety measures.

Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems shall be installed in accordance with the ______ code

* Building Code ## Footnote Compliance with these codes is essential for safety and performance.

Provide ______ inch pathway on separate roof plane, from lowest roof edge to ridge with solar panels.

36 ## Footnote This pathway is necessary for maintenance and safety.

For photovoltaic arrays occupying **33 percent or less** of the plan view total roof area, what is the required setback on both sides of a horizontal ridge?

not less than 18 inches ## Footnote For arrays occupying more than 33 percent, the setback required is 36 inches.

What is the required **setback** for photovoltaic arrays occupying **more than 33 percent** of the plan view total roof area?

not less than 18 ## Footnote This setback is required on both sides of a horizontal ridge.

For solar panel installations, what is the required **foot path** around the perimeter of the roof?

6 feet ## Footnote This ensures safe access around the solar installations.

Where should the **location of DC conductors & wiring** be placed in relation to the ridge or hip?

As close as possible ## Footnote This is to ensure safety and efficiency in the installation.

For photovoltaic arrays occupying more than 66 percent of the plan view total roof area a setback of not less than __ inches wide is required on both sides of a horizontal ridge

What is the minimum clear path required for solar installations to **skylights or vent hatches**?

minimum of 4 feet ## Footnote This includes pathways to standpipes and/or to parapet or roof edge.

Interior pathways shall be provided between PV Array sections in intervals not greater than _______.

150 feet ## Footnote This ensures accessibility and safety throughout the length and width of the roof.

For solar photovoltaic systems that shut down the array, what is the minimum height of the uppercase characters on the label?

3/8 inch ## Footnote The label must be in black on a yellow background.

What should the PV label state regarding the **rapid shutdown switch**?

SOLAR PV SYSTEM EQUIPPED WITH RAPID SHUTDOWN. TURN RAPID SHUTDOWN SWITCH TO THE 'OFF' POSITION ## Footnote This reduces shock hazard in the array.

A rapid shutdown switch shall have a label located not greater than _______ from the switch.

3 feet ## Footnote This ensures that the switch is easily identifiable and accessible.

What is the required clear brush-free area feeT around the perimeter of the **ground-mounted photovoltaic arrays**?

10 ## Footnote This area is necessary for maintenance and safety.

Prepackaged Stationary Fuel Cell Power systems shall comply with which standard?

CSA FC 1 ## Footnote This ensures that the systems are properly listed and labeled.

Stationary Fuel Cell Power systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the **Cal Electrical Code** and which other standard?

Cal electrical code NFPA 853 ## Footnote This ensures compliance with safety regulations.

Stationary Fuel Cell Power systems installed in **Indoor locations** shall comply. Indoor locations includes a roof and __% or greater enclosing walls

50.

Stationary Fuel Cell Power systems installed in **Outdoor locations** shall be separated by not less than 5 feet from all the following except?

* Lot Lines * Public Ways * Buildings * Stored Combustibles * Haz Mat * High-Piled Stock * Any Means of Egress * Other Exposure Haz * Interior walls <<<< ## Footnote This specifies the separation requirements for outdoor installations.

Stationary Fuel Cell Power systems **Manual Shut Off** for the Fuel Piping shall be provided within _______ feet of the Storage Tank and Power System.

6 ## Footnote A single shut-off can be provided if the systems are 12 feet or less apart.

Activation of the **gas detection system** shall automatically perform all the following except?

* Close valves between the gas supply and Gas Meter

Stationary Fuel Cell Power systems shall activate the gas detection system at a flammable gas concentration of not more than _______ percent of the LFL.

25 ## Footnote This indicates the threshold for gas detection activation.

Operational permits shall not be required for lead-acid and nickel cadmium battery systems at facilities communications utilities that operate at less than _______ voltage alternating current (VAC) and 60 voltage direct current (VDC).

50 ## Footnote This specifies the voltage limits for exemption from operational permits.

The **Hazard Mitigation Analysis** shall evaluate the consequences of _______ Failure Modes.

Single ## Footnote Only single failure modes shall be considered.

Flammable gases released from Energy Storage Systems during operation will not exceed _______ percent of their lower flammability limit (LFL).

25 ## Footnote This sets a limit on flammable gas emissions.

An **Operation and Maintenance Manual** for Energy Storage Systems shall include?

* Routine Maintenance Actions * Name, address and phone number of Service Agency * Calibration Information * Desired Control 'Set Points' * Schedule for recalibration * Service Log ## Footnote This outlines the required contents of the manual.

Energy Storage Systems that can release toxic gases during operation shall be provided with a _______.

Hazardous Exhaust System ## Footnote This is necessary for safety during charging and discharging.

Energy Storage Systems shall be separated by _______ feet from other ESS groups and wall areas.

3 ## Footnote This specifies the required separation distance.

Combustible materials shall not be stored in **ESS rooms**, areas or walk-in units. How far must combustible materials in occupied work centers be stored from ESS cabinets?

At least ___ feet ## Footnote This regulation is to ensure safety and prevent fire hazards.

Energy Storage Systems Outdoors must be located not less than ___ feet from doors and windows directly entering the dwelling unit.

___ feet ## Footnote This distance is crucial for safety and accessibility.

Stationary ESS shall comply with the **seismic design requirements** in Chapter 16 of the California Code and shall not exceed the floor loading limitation of the building. True or False?

TRUE ## Footnote Compliance with seismic design is essential for safety in earthquake-prone areas.

Energy Storage System Walk-In Units shall be entered only for **Inspection, Maintenance, and Repairs**. What other purpose are these units not to be occupied for?

Recalibration ## Footnote These restrictions ensure safety and proper functioning of the systems.

Energy Storage Systems shall not be located more than ___ feet above the lowest level for **Fire Department Vehicle Access**.

75 feet ## Footnote This regulation facilitates emergency access for fire services.

Outdoor Energy Storage Systems shall be located not less than ___ feet from means for egress and combustible vegetation.

25 feet ## Footnote This distance is important for safety and fire prevention.

Energy Storage Systems shall be provided with a **gas detection system**. The system shall activate at a flammable gas concentration of not more than ___ percent of the LFL.

25 percent ## Footnote This is critical for early detection of potential hazards.

Roofing material within ___ feet of Energy Storage Systems shall be **Non-Combustible**.

5 feet ## Footnote This requirement is to minimize fire risks associated with storage systems.

Mobile Energy Storage Systems in transit shall not be parked within ___ feet of an occupied building for more than 1 hour during transit.

100 feet ## Footnote This regulation helps to ensure safety during transit.

Mobile Energy Storage Systems must have an approved fence with a locked gate or barrier to keep the public at least ___ feet from the outer enclosure.

5 feet ## Footnote This measure is to ensure public safety around deployed mobile ESS.

Energy Storage Systems in enclosed closets, basements, or utility spaces within dwelling units must have walls & ceilings covered with not less than ___ inch Type X gypsum wallboard.

5/8 inch ## Footnote This requirement is for fire safety and structural integrity.

Where Energy Storage Systems are required to be protected from impact, **Bollards** shall be a minimum of 48 inches in length by ___ inches in diameter.

3 inches ## Footnote Bollards are used to protect ESS from vehicle impacts.

Each bollard shall be located not less than ___ inches from an ESS.

6 inches ## Footnote This spacing is important for safety and accessibility.

Combustible materials shall not be stored in **ESS rooms**, areas or walk-in units. How far must combustible materials in occupied work centers be stored from ESS cabinets?

Energy Storage Systems Outdoors must be located not less than ___ feet from doors and windows directly entering the dwelling unit.

Stationary ESS shall comply with the **seismic design requirements** in Chapter 16 of the California ___ Code and shall not exceed the floor loading limitation of the building.

Building

Energy Storage System Walk-In Units shall be entered only for **Inspection, Maintenance, and Repairs**. What other purpose are these units not to be occupied for?

Repairs.