Fire Safety Codes and Standards Quiz

What class has a flame spread index of 0-25?

What class has a flame spread index of 26-75?

Which class has a smoke development index of 0-450?

Which table gives the interior wall and ceiling finish requirements by occupancy?

Curtains in a Group R-2 dwelling unit shall not take up more than how much space?

When interior finishes are attached to furring strips attached directly to a fire resistance rated structure, the furring strips shall not exceed how much?

An interior finish in a non-sprinklered Group I-2 occupancy shall be of what class in a room?

An interior finish in a sprinklered Group F occupancy shall be of what class in an exit stairway?

An interior finish in a sprinklered Group I-3 occupancy shall be of what class in an exit stairway?

An interior finish in a non-sprinklered Group F occupancy shall be of what class in an exit stairway?

Flame Spread Classification

Class A: Flame spread index of 0-25 indicates high resistance to fire spread.
Class B: Flame spread index of 26-75 denotes moderate fire resistance.
Class C: Flame spread index of 76-200 is less resistant, typically specified for certain applications.

Smoke Development Index

Class C: Smoke development index ranges from 0-450, indicating potential smoke production.

Interior Finish Requirements

Table 803.9 outlines the interior wall and ceiling finish requirements by occupancy type, ensuring safety standards are met.

Space Considerations

In Group R-2 dwelling units, curtains must not occupy more than 10% of the wall space to avoid excessive fire risk.

Furring Strips Regulations

Furring strips that are attached directly to a fire-resistance rated structure must not exceed a thickness of 1 3/4 inches to maintain structural integrity in fire situations.

Occupancy-Specific Requirements

Group I-2 occupancy: Interior finishes must comply with Class B standards if non-sprinklered.
Group F occupancy:
- In a sprinklered environment, exit stairway finishes must be Class C.
- In a non-sprinklered environment, exit stairway finishes must meet Class B standards.
Group I-3 occupancy: Requires Class A finishes in exit stairways, reflecting higher safety expectations.

Test your knowledge on fire safety classifications, smoke development indices, and interior finish requirements. This quiz covers crucial fire resistance standards for various occupancy types and design considerations. Enhance your understanding of regulations that ensure safety in buildings.