TCFP Inspector's Class Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Accurate
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. - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-A liquid tight continuous
external weld
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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-Aerial view
Structural lumber has a moisture content of ___________% or less.
25%
19%
15%
12% - ANSWER-19%
, Which of the following occupancies does not fall under state and local regulations?
A). Day care
B). Jail
C). Post office
D). Medical facility - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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. - ANSWER-Prosecute an offender in a
court of law.
While exercising enforcement power, it is essential that the inspector ensure that the
rights of the accused are protected and that ______________ is practiced.
A.) Worksite Safety
B.) Due Process
C.) Customer Appreciation
D.) Strict Compliance - ANSWER-Due Process
T or F Federal and some state/provincial-owned buildings located within the local
jurisdiction are required to comply with local codes. - ANSWER-False
An educational occupancy is any building or portion of a building that is used for the
purpose of education of ___ or more persons from preschool through the 12th grade.
a. 6
b. 5
c. 10
d. 2 - ANSWER-6
The term is used to describe a set of requirements similar to a standard. A
consensus organization, such as NFPA, develop these codes that contain agreed-
upon requirements for such areas as fire and life safety designs and installations.
A. Performance Code
B. Prescriptive Code
C. Model Code
Questions and Answers 100% Accurate
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. - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-A liquid tight continuous
external weld
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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-Aerial view
Structural lumber has a moisture content of ___________% or less.
25%
19%
15%
12% - ANSWER-19%
, Which of the following occupancies does not fall under state and local regulations?
A). Day care
B). Jail
C). Post office
D). Medical facility - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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. - ANSWER-Prosecute an offender in a
court of law.
While exercising enforcement power, it is essential that the inspector ensure that the
rights of the accused are protected and that ______________ is practiced.
A.) Worksite Safety
B.) Due Process
C.) Customer Appreciation
D.) Strict Compliance - ANSWER-Due Process
T or F Federal and some state/provincial-owned buildings located within the local
jurisdiction are required to comply with local codes. - ANSWER-False
An educational occupancy is any building or portion of a building that is used for the
purpose of education of ___ or more persons from preschool through the 12th grade.
a. 6
b. 5
c. 10
d. 2 - ANSWER-6
The term is used to describe a set of requirements similar to a standard. A
consensus organization, such as NFPA, develop these codes that contain agreed-
upon requirements for such areas as fire and life safety designs and installations.
A. Performance Code
B. Prescriptive Code
C. Model Code
