NFPA 1 Fire Code General Requirements Flashcards
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Under NFPA 1, what is the required minimum width of a means of egress door in a new occupancy?
Answer: 32 inches
NFPA 1 requires a minimum clear width of 32 inches for means of egress doors in new occupancies.
According to NFPA 1, when must a fire watch be established?
Answer: When a required fire protection system is impaired for more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period
NFPA 1 requires a fire watch when a required fire protection system is out of service for more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period.
Under NFPA 1, which condition would constitute a 'distinct hazard' requiring immediate correction?
Answer: A blocked means of egress during business hours
NFPA 1 classifies a blocked or obstructed means of egress as an immediate life safety hazard requiring correction before occupancy continues.
According to NFPA 1, what is the minimum illumination level required at the floor of a means of egress during normal operation?
Answer: 1 footcandle
NFPA 1 requires a minimum of 1 footcandle of illumination measured at the floor level in the means of egress.
Under NFPA 1, how long must emergency lighting in a means of egress remain operational after power failure?
Answer: 90 minutes
NFPA 1 requires emergency lighting to provide illumination for a minimum of 90 minutes following a power failure.
According to NFPA 1, open burning is generally prohibited unless which condition is met?
Answer: A permit is obtained from the AHJ and conditions are satisfied
NFPA 1 prohibits open burning unless a permit is issued by the AHJ and all specified conditions for safe burning are met.