F-02 Evacuation Procedures and Exit Requirements Flashcards
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What is an 'exit discharge' in fire egress terminology?
Answer: The portion of the egress path between the exit enclosure and the public way
Exit discharge is the portion of the means of egress between the end of the exit enclosure and the public way, such as the path from a stairwell door to the street.
What is the primary purpose of 'panic hardware' installed on exit doors?
Answer: To allow exit doors to open with a pushing motion during an emergency
Panic hardware allows exit doors to open with a simple pushing motion so that panicking crowds can exit quickly without fumbling with handles or locks.
An exit enclosure (stairwell) in a NYC high-rise building must be pressurized in order to:
Answer: Prevent smoke from infiltrating the stairwell during a fire
Stairwell pressurization keeps smoke out of the exit enclosure, ensuring the stairwell remains safe for occupant evacuation and firefighter access.
What does 'two-way communication' in a stairwell allow?
Answer: Occupants to communicate with the fire command station for assistance
Two-way communication systems in stairwells allow occupants, especially those in distress or mobility-impaired, to speak directly with the fire command station.
Under what circumstance is it acceptable to prop open a stairwell fire door during normal building operations?
Answer: Never — fire doors must remain closed at all times
Fire doors in stairwells must never be propped open because they are designed to contain fire and smoke and prevent it from spreading between floors.
A fireguard discovers that an exit sign is not illuminated during their patrol. What is the correct action?
Answer: Document the deficiency and notify building management, reporting to FDNY if safety is compromised
A non-illuminated exit sign is a fire code violation; the fireguard must document it and notify building management, and notify FDNY if the building's life-safety is at risk.