AU 61 Questions with CORRECT Answers
Question:
Parapet:
Answer:
A vertical extension of a fire wall that extends above a roofline.
Question:
Curtain Board:
Answer:
A partial fire wall that, when installed in conjunction with roof vents, helps contain hot
smoke and gases and aids exterior venting to simplify fire suppression.
Question:
Firestop:
Answer:
An element of construction inserted in a concealed space (wall or roof area) that
prevents the passage of flame from one point to another; used to help contain fires and
increase the chance of extinguishing the flames.
Question:
Fire Door:
Answer:
A door made of fire-resistant material that can be closed to prevent the spread of fire.
Question:
Frame (Class 1):
Answer:
Exterior walls made of wood or other combustible material, including construction that
combines combustible materials with other materials (such as brick, veneer, stone
veneer, or stucco on wood framing). Frame construction buildings are generally less
desirable to insure than buildings in other classifications because of their susceptibility
to fire.
Question:
Parapet:
Answer:
A vertical extension of a fire wall that extends above a roofline.
Question:
Curtain Board:
Answer:
A partial fire wall that, when installed in conjunction with roof vents, helps contain hot
smoke and gases and aids exterior venting to simplify fire suppression.
Question:
Firestop:
Answer:
An element of construction inserted in a concealed space (wall or roof area) that
prevents the passage of flame from one point to another; used to help contain fires and
increase the chance of extinguishing the flames.
Question:
Fire Door:
Answer:
A door made of fire-resistant material that can be closed to prevent the spread of fire.
Question:
Frame (Class 1):
Answer:
Exterior walls made of wood or other combustible material, including construction that
combines combustible materials with other materials (such as brick, veneer, stone
veneer, or stucco on wood framing). Frame construction buildings are generally less
desirable to insure than buildings in other classifications because of their susceptibility
to fire.
