CCS NFPA 211 & Local Regulations 2

Question 1

According to NFPA 211, what is the minimum clearance required between a masonry chimney and combustible framing?

Accepted Answer

2 inches

Answer

NFPA 211 requires a minimum 2-inch clearance between masonry chimneys and combustible framing members.

Question 2

Under NFPA 211, a Type HT (high-temperature) factory-built chimney is required when serving which appliance?

Accepted Answer

Wood-burning fireplace insert rated above 1,400°F flue gas temperature

Answer

Type HT chimneys are designed to handle high-temperature flue gases exceeding 1,400°F, such as those from certain wood-burning appliances.

Question 3

NFPA 211 requires masonry fireplace hearth extensions to extend at least how far in front of the fireplace opening for openings larger than 6 square feet?

Accepted Answer

20 inches

Answer

For fireplace openings larger than 6 square feet, NFPA 211 requires the hearth extension to project at least 20 inches in front of the opening.

Question 4

What does NFPA 211 specify as the maximum distance a connector can travel horizontally before entering the chimney?

Accepted Answer

50% of the vertical rise of the connector

Answer

NFPA 211 limits horizontal connector runs to no more than 75% of the vertical rise to maintain adequate draft.

Question 5

Under local building codes aligned with NFPA 211, a chimney inspection is typically classified into three levels. Which level inspection is required when a property is sold?

Accepted Answer

Level 2

Answer

A Level 2 inspection is required upon the sale or transfer of a property, as it includes accessible areas and video scanning of the flue.

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CCS NFPA 211 & Local Regulations 2