NFPA NFPA 1 Fire Code General Requirements 2

Question 1

Under NFPA 1, what is the required minimum width of a means of egress door in a new occupancy?

Accepted Answer

32 inches

Answer

NFPA 1 requires a minimum clear width of 32 inches for means of egress doors in new occupancies.

Question 2

According to NFPA 1, when must a fire watch be established?

Accepted Answer

When a required fire protection system is impaired for more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period

Answer

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.

Question 3

Under NFPA 1, which condition would constitute a 'distinct hazard' requiring immediate correction?

Accepted Answer

A blocked means of egress during business hours

Answer

NFPA 1 classifies a blocked or obstructed means of egress as an immediate life safety hazard requiring correction before occupancy continues.

Question 4

According to NFPA 1, what is the minimum illumination level required at the floor of a means of egress during normal operation?

Accepted Answer

1 footcandle

Answer

NFPA 1 requires a minimum of 1 footcandle of illumination measured at the floor level in the means of egress.

Question 5

Under NFPA 1, how long must emergency lighting in a means of egress remain operational after power failure?

Accepted Answer

90 minutes

Answer

NFPA 1 requires emergency lighting to provide illumination for a minimum of 90 minutes following a power failure.

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