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TCFP INSPECTOR'S CLASS EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026-27
LATEST UPDATED VERSION
Which duty is not the responsibility of a level I Inspector?
A) Handle citizen complaints related to fire and life safety.
B) Perform plans reviews.
C) Interpret and apply adopted codes and standards.
D) Determine occupancy loads for single-use buildings.
Perform plans reviews.
Most of the consensus standards that relate to fire and life safety are developed by the following
organizations except:
ASTM International,
National Fire Protection Assoc.,
American National Standards Institute,
Underwriters Laboratories
American National Standards Institute
Regarding Commercial Kitchen Hood Systems, pipe penetrations of the exhaust hood require what?
a. Minimum 18 inch clearance to combustible materials
b. Printed manufacturer guidelines of spacing on the pipe itself
c. Gas shut off valve and electrical shunt accessibility
d. A liquid tight continuous external weld
A liquid tight continuous external weld
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A independent, non-profit organization that tests products for their intended use and certifies them as
safe describes:
A) ASTM International
B) American National Standards Institute
C) Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
D) Standards Council of Canada
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Which is not one of the three general types of drawings used to show structure, facility, or site
information?
A. Plot plan
B. Aerial view
C. Floor plan
D. Elevation view
Aerial view
Structural lumber has a moisture content of % or less.
25%
19%
15%
12%
19%
Which of the following occupancies does not fall under state and local regulations?
A). Day care
B). Jail
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C). Post office
D). Medical facility
Post office
The typical life cycle of a model code edition is years.
a. 5-7
b. 2-3
c. 7-10
d. 3-5
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For Dry systems exceeding 500 gallons, there must be a quick opening device installed unless water is
delivered to the system test connection within a specific time frame. What is this time frame?
A. 30 seconds
B. 60 seconds
C. Not more than 30 seconds
D. Not more than 60 seconds
Not more than 60 seconds
Which of the following is an inspector not authorized to do?
A. Issue a summons.
B. Issue citations.
C. File complaints for code violations.
D. Prosecute an offender in a court of law.
Prosecute an offender in a court of law.
TCFP INSPECTOR'S CLASS EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026-27
LATEST UPDATED VERSION
Which duty is not the responsibility of a level I Inspector?
A) Handle citizen complaints related to fire and life safety.
B) Perform plans reviews.
C) Interpret and apply adopted codes and standards.
D) Determine occupancy loads for single-use buildings.
Perform plans reviews.
Most of the consensus standards that relate to fire and life safety are developed by the following
organizations except:
ASTM International,
National Fire Protection Assoc.,
American National Standards Institute,
Underwriters Laboratories
American National Standards Institute
Regarding Commercial Kitchen Hood Systems, pipe penetrations of the exhaust hood require what?
a. Minimum 18 inch clearance to combustible materials
b. Printed manufacturer guidelines of spacing on the pipe itself
c. Gas shut off valve and electrical shunt accessibility
d. A liquid tight continuous external weld
A liquid tight continuous external weld
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A independent, non-profit organization that tests products for their intended use and certifies them as
safe describes:
A) ASTM International
B) American National Standards Institute
C) Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
D) Standards Council of Canada
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Which is not one of the three general types of drawings used to show structure, facility, or site
information?
A. Plot plan
B. Aerial view
C. Floor plan
D. Elevation view
Aerial view
Structural lumber has a moisture content of % or less.
25%
19%
15%
12%
19%
Which of the following occupancies does not fall under state and local regulations?
A). Day care
B). Jail
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C). Post office
D). Medical facility
Post office
The typical life cycle of a model code edition is years.
a. 5-7
b. 2-3
c. 7-10
d. 3-5
3-5
For Dry systems exceeding 500 gallons, there must be a quick opening device installed unless water is
delivered to the system test connection within a specific time frame. What is this time frame?
A. 30 seconds
B. 60 seconds
C. Not more than 30 seconds
D. Not more than 60 seconds
Not more than 60 seconds
Which of the following is an inspector not authorized to do?
A. Issue a summons.
B. Issue citations.
C. File complaints for code violations.
D. Prosecute an offender in a court of law.
Prosecute an offender in a court of law.
