FSD Building Codes & Safety Standards 2

Question 1

Which NFPA standard specifically governs the installation of fire dampers and smoke dampers?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 90A

Answer

NFPA 90A (Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems) governs the installation of fire and smoke dampers.

Question 2

Under IBC, what minimum fire-resistance rating is required for a fire barrier where a fire damper must be installed?

Accepted Answer

1 hour

Answer

The IBC generally requires fire dampers at penetrations of fire barriers with a minimum 1-hour fire-resistance rating.

Question 3

What does UL 555 classify?

Accepted Answer

Fire dampers

Answer

UL 555 is the standard for fire dampers, covering their construction, performance, and ratings.

Question 4

According to NFPA 90A, how often must ceiling radiation dampers be inspected after installation?

Accepted Answer

Every 6 years

Answer

NFPA 90A requires ceiling radiation dampers to be inspected and tested every 6 years after the initial acceptance test.

Question 5

Which IBC occupancy classification is most likely to require smoke dampers in all HVAC duct penetrations of smoke barriers?

Accepted Answer

Group I-2 (Hospitals)

Answer

Group I-2 occupancies such as hospitals have stringent smoke compartmentalization requirements that mandate smoke dampers at smoke barrier penetrations.

(FSD) Fire and Smoke Damper Certification Practice Test

(FSD) Fire and Smoke Damper Certification Practice Test

FSD Building Codes & Safety Standards 2