70 Questions
Which test method is used to determine the fire and smoke characteristics of electrical wiring, cables, and non-metallic raceways?
FT6 rating
In a plenum, which components of wiring systems are permitted if they exhibit a vertical char of not more than 1.5 m when tested?
Electrical wires and cables
Which type of wood used in construction must be pressure impregnated with fire-retardant chemicals and have a flame-spread rating not more than 25?
Fire-retardant-treated wood
What is the minimum thickness required for splice plates used at splices in heavy timber construction?
64 mm
What is the minimum thickness required for floors in heavy timber construction?
64 mm
Which of the following materials is NOT permitted in noncombustible construction?
Foamed plastic air sealants
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how should wood girders and beams in heavy timber construction be connected at adjoining ends?
By timber splice plates fastened with metal connectors
What is the minimum width requirement for roof arches, roof trusses, roof beams, and roof girders in heavy timber construction?
64 mm
In heavy timber construction, how should intermediate wood beams used to support a floor be supported?
On top of the girders
What percentage of the exterior cladding on each exterior wall of buildings conforming to certain articles should consist of noncombustible cladding?
90%
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, which of the following is true about the classification of an arena-type building used for trade shows and similar exhibition purposes?
It is classified as a Group A, Division 3 occupancy.
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy?
1 storey in building height and 600 m2 in building area.
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what are the requirements for the classification of convalescent homes and children's custodial homes?
They are classified as residential occupancies.
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the classification of buildings or parts thereof used for the storage of baled combustible fibres?
They are classified as medium-hazard industrial occupancies.
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum fire-resistance rating of fire separation between a Group A-3 major occupancy and a Group F-2 major occupancy?
3 hours
Which of the following is NOT considered a minor component in building construction?
Wood blocking within wall assemblies
Which of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Combustible roof covering with C classification
What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
50 mm
In a building required to be of noncombustible construction, what is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed?
1 m
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
To divide the roof space into compartments
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the definition of a storage tank?
A vessel for flammable liquids or combustible liquids with a capacity of more than 230 L
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where can the information regarding major components of fire protection be found?
Subsection 2.2.3. of Division C
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how should buildings or parts of buildings be classified?
According to their major occupancy
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what should be done with buildings intended for use by more than one major occupancy?
They should be classified according to all major occupancies for which they are used or intended to be used
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, where are the defined words found?
Article 1.4.1.2. of Division A
Which one of the following is true about buildings classified as Group F, Division 2 major occupancy?
They can contain a single suite of residential occupancy.
Which one of the following is NOT permitted in a building conforming to Article 3.2.2.50 or 3.2.2.58?
Group A, Division 2 major occupancy above the second storey
Which one of the following is true about buildings permitted to be of combustible construction?
They can be constructed of either combustible or noncombustible materials.
Which one of the following is a requirement for protecting foamed plastics in combustible construction?
Using a combination of all the above options.
Which one of the following is true about walk-in coolers or freezers in a building required to be of combustible construction?
They must be protected on both sides by sheet metal.
Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
True
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is at least 50 mm thick.
True
The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 1 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
True
Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, must be protected by masonry for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
True
Combustible roofing materials are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
False
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
False
The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 2 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
False
Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, do not need to be protected for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
False
Combustible roofing materials are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
True
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is less than 50 mm thick.
False
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
False
Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
True
Openings through the concrete deck, other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping, must be protected by masonry for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
True
The maximum height of the roof space above the concrete deck is 2 m for a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports.
False
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction if the concrete deck is at least 50 mm thick.
True
The minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction is 50 mm.
True
Combustible roofing materials are not permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction.
False
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy?
False
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the definition of a storage tank?
False
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
False
Which of the following is NOT considered a minor component in a building?
Wood blocking within wall assemblies
What is the classification of combustible roof covering allowed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
C
Under what conditions are combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
If the concrete deck is less than 50 mm thick
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
To divide the roof space into compartments
Which one of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Combustible roof covering with an A classification
What is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
1 m
What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
50 mm
Which one of the following is NOT permitted in a building conforming to Article 3.2.2.50 or 3.2.2.58?
Wood blocking within wall assemblies
What is the classification of combustible roofing materials on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
D
What is the purpose of wood blocking within wall assemblies in a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
To provide attachment points for handrails and fixtures
Which one of the following is NOT considered a minor component in building construction?
Tubing for pneumatic controls with an outside diameter of more than 10 mm
What is the maximum height allowed for the roof space above the concrete deck if combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are installed on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
1 m
What is the purpose of fire blocks in the roof space of a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
To divide the roof space into compartments
Which one of the following is true about buildings permitted to be of combustible construction?
Combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports are allowed
What is the definition of a storage tank?
A tank used for storing liquids or gases
What is the minimum thickness required for a concrete deck supporting combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
50 mm
Which one of the following roofing materials is permitted on a building required to be of noncombustible construction?
Combustible roof covering with an A, B, or C classification
What is the maximum building height and area for a police station with detention quarters to be classified as a Group B, Division 2 major occupancy according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
Limited height and area
What is the purpose of fire blocks in conformance with Article 3.1.11.5. of the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
To divide the roof space into compartments
Which one of the following is a requirement for protecting openings through the concrete deck other than for noncombustible roof drains and plumbing piping in a building required to be of noncombustible construction with combustible roof sheathing and roof sheathing supports?
Protection by maso
Test your knowledge on fire and smoke characteristics of electrical wiring, cables, and non-metallic raceways with this quiz. Learn about the FT6 rating requirements, including horizontal flame distance, average optical smoke density, and peak optical smoke density. Also, explore the use of totally enclosed noncombustible raceways in plenum areas.
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