Code Compliance Flashcards

Under NFPA 10, stored-pressure dry chemical extinguishers require a hydrostatic test at what interval?

Answer: Every 12 years

Dry chemical stored-pressure extinguishers with steel or aluminum shells are hydrostatically tested every 12 years.

Which NFPA standard covers inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems such as sprinklers and standpipes?

Answer: NFPA 25

NFPA 25 governs ongoing ITM of water-based fire protection, while NFPA 13 covers installation.

Which NFPA standard addresses electrical safety in the workplace, including arc flash boundaries and PPE?

Answer: NFPA 70E

NFPA 70E covers workplace electrical safety practices, while NFPA 70 is the National Electrical Code for installations.

Under EPA Section 608 rules, the leak rate that triggers mandatory repair for comfort cooling appliances containing 50 pounds or more of ozone-depleting refrigerant is:

Answer: 10%

Comfort cooling appliances must be repaired when the annualized leak rate exceeds 10%, versus 20% for commercial refrigeration and 30% for IPR.

Which code body publishes the International Building Code (IBC) and International Mechanical Code (IMC) adopted by many U.S. jurisdictions?

Answer: International Code Council (ICC)

The ICC develops the I-Codes, including the IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, and IECC.

Which code most commonly governs the safety, inspection, and maintenance of elevators and escalators in the U.S.?

Answer: ASME A17.1

ASME A17.1 is the Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators adopted by most states.

During renovation of an older building, materials suspected of containing asbestos must be handled how before demolition begins?

Answer: Inspected by an accredited inspector and abated per EPA NESHAP rules if required

EPA's asbestos NESHAP requires inspection before renovation or demolition and proper abatement of regulated asbestos-containing material.