FSC Documentation & Record Keeping 3

Question 1

Under IBC Chapter 17, which building occupancy types require special inspection of fire stopping systems?

Accepted Answer

Risk Category III and IV buildings and those specified by the AHJ or engineer of record

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Only single-family residential buildings

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Only buildings taller than 200 feet

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Only industrial warehouses

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'penetration schedule' in fire stopping documentation?

Accepted Answer

To catalog all penetrations requiring firestopping, their locations, sizes, and assigned UL system numbers

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To list the daily work schedule of installers

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To track material delivery dates

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To schedule fire drills for building occupants

Question 3

When photographic documentation is required for firestop inspections, what key information should each photo capture?

Accepted Answer

A visible identifier (room number, tag, or scale reference) and the pre-seal condition showing the penetrating item and annular space

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Only the finished surface after patching

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The photographer's face for identification

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Only the product label of the sealant used

Question 4

A building undergoes a change of occupancy that increases its fire risk category. What firestop documentation action is typically required?

Accepted Answer

A reassessment of existing firestop systems with updated inspection reports to confirm continued compliance with the new occupancy requirements

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No action is needed if the building was compliant previously

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Only a new coat of intumescent paint is needed

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Documentation only needs updating if a fire occurs

Question 5

In BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflows, how is firestop documentation typically integrated?

Accepted Answer

Firestop assemblies and penetration data are modeled as objects in the BIM, linking UL system numbers, inspection status, and maintenance records to each element

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It is kept only in paper files separate from BIM

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BIM is only used for architectural finishes, not fire stopping

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Firestop data is stored in a separate unlinked spreadsheet

Question 6

What should a firestop installer do if they discover a pre-existing unsealed penetration not shown on the approved submittal drawings?

Accepted Answer

Document the condition, notify the GC or superintendent, and submit an RFI to determine the correct system before proceeding

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Seal it immediately with any available product without documenting it

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Ignore it since it was not part of their original scope

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Cover it with drywall to pass final inspection

Question 7

Which of the following best describes a 'close-out package' for firestop work on a commercial project?

Accepted Answer

A complete set of as-built drawings, inspection reports, product data sheets, UL listings used, installer certifications, and AHJ sign-off documents

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A letter from the installer stating work is done

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Only the final invoice from the firestop contractor

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A summary email to the general contractor