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The function of a building egress system is to - correct answer conduct the occupants of the building to a safe place in case of a fire on an open floor, what must be the minimum distance (measured as a straight-line between two exits) - correct answer the minimum distance between exits is one-half the diagonal measurement of the building or the space served by the exits ADA is governed through - correct answer the Department of Justice and is set of civil laws that are designed to serve the general public what are the four common design intents, related to building fire safety - correct answer - protection of life - protection of building - protection of contents - continuity of operation The state of Nevada currently uses what version of the International Building Code - correct answer 2018 The four stages of Fire - correct answer 1. Incipient Stage 2. Smoldering Stage 3. Flame Stage 4. Heat Stage What type of sprinkler systems require the use of sprinkler heads with a glass bead containing a liquid that expands as it heats up, bursting the glass bead whenever fire is present, thus allowing water to flow? - correct answer wet and dry pipe ASHRAE's definition of thermal comfort is - correct answer The condition of the mind which expresses satisfaction with the thermal environment How many cubic feet per minute (CFM) of fresh air are typically required per occupant for ventilation purposes - correct answer typically 5-20 CFM are required per occupant What are the components of a central HVAC system - correct answer -source -distribution -deliver -controls