EMT Practice Test

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Question1: At what minimum pressure would automatic sprinkler piping be hydrostatically tested if the maximum system pressure is 175 psi (12 bar)?

Question2: Which standard regulates the installation and maintenance of rubbish and laundry chutes?

Question3: Which of the following is not the responsibility of the installing contractor when pursuing approval of sprinkler systems and private fire service mains?

Question4: During an inspection, it is determined that the installation of a new suppression system is significantly different from the one approved during plans review. What action should be taken by the inspector?

Question5: Business occupancies are required to hold practice fire drills if the occupant load exceeds 500 or if the number of occupants above or below street level exceeds how many people?

Question6: A vehicle fuel dispenser for LP-Gas, installed under a weather shelter or canopy, shall not be enclosed by more than what percentage of its perimeter?

Question7: A document issued by the authority having jurisdiction for the purpose of authorizing performance of a specific activity would best be described as which of the following?

Question8: What is the classification for an occupancy used to provide overnight treatment and observation for 5 to 10 bed-ridden persons that simultaneously renders the persons incapable of self-preservation under emergency conditions?

Question9: The fire resistance rating of a separation extending 10 ft (3050 mm) from a set of stairs shall not be required to exceed 1 hour where openings have a minimum of what fire protection rating?

Question10: Which of the following may initiate a fire alarm system?
I . A manual fire alarm
II . An automatic detector
III . An extinguishing system

Question11: What is the maximum distance from the dispensing device that an LP-Gas facility may have an identified and accessible switch or circuit breaker to shut off the power in the event of a fire, accident, or other emergency?

Question12: What is the minimum fire protection rating for a fire door in a 2-hour fire resistance-rated assembly that protects a refuse chute?

Question13: How often must a hose valve on a hose station attached to a sprinkler system and Class II standpipe system be tested?

Question14: Which of the following statements regarding equivalencies is correct?
I . Equivalencies may result in the provision of less protection than the applicable code requirements with the approval of the AHJ.
II . Buildings with alternate fire protection features that are approved by the AHJ are considered to be in compliance with the fire code.
III . Applications for consideration of an alternate fire protection feature must be accompanied by the documentation necessary to support the request.

Question15: Which of the following conditions gives an inspector the right to enter a private dwelling to conduct a fire inspection?
I . The consent of the occupant
II . Possession of a warrant authorizing entry
III . A written complaint from a citizen regarding the property in question IV . When emergency exists

Question16: What is the minimum required total stair width in a non-sprinklered hotel with an occupancy capacity of 650?

Question17: What is the maximum travel distance from point A (fire extinguisher) to point B for the occupancy hazard associated with the floorplan?

Question18: Which of the following systems has a quick-opening device?

Question19: Which of the following conditions must be considered when determining the spacing and location of smoke detectors?
I . Ceiling height
II . Detector sensitivity
III . Ambient environment
IV . Ventilation or airflow

Question20: In new health care occupancies, unattended soiled linen receptacles that exceed the permitted capacity must be located in which one of the following locations?

Question21: How often shall emergency egress and relocation drills in educational occupancies be conducted?

Question22: Sprinkler systems in garages that are used only for the parking of vehicles shall be designed for which of the following hazard classifications?

Question23: On a routine inspection of an automobile repair garage, the inspector notes that there are open containers of paint in and around the garage. Which standard addresses the proper storage, handling, and use of the paint?

Question24: What is the maximum permitted height for stored Class 2 oxidizers in a nonsprinklered retail sales area that is open to the public?

Question25: Emergency shutoff valves and internal valves that are fitted for remote closure for LP-Gas vehicle fuel dispensing shall be tested for proper operation at what interval?

Question26: Where shall fire department connections on wet-pipe automatic sprinkler systems be located?

Question27: What NFPA code or standard would be used to answer an inquiry regarding the minimum required water temperature for a sprinkler system's water storage tanks?

Question28: Underground and exposed piping shall be flow tested to determine the internal condition of the piping at what minimal interval?

Question29: Which of the following methods are acceptable for serving a notice of violation on a responsible party of a non-abandoned property?
I . By email
II . By mail
III . Personal Service
IV . Posting on premise

Question30: What is the maximum occupant load for a conference room with a total area of 900 ft² (84 m²)?

Question31: Prior to conducting a fire flow test of a water distribution system, a responsible person from what department should be notified?

Question32: What is the minimum number of separate and remote means of egress in a new assembly occupancy with an occupant load greater than 1,000?

Question33: Labels for individual containers, cartons, or packages of hazardous materials require which of the following?

Question34: What is the minimum diameter allowed for piping serving fire hydrants on private fire service mains?

Question35: What is the required interior finish for the exits in a new educational building not protected by an automatic sprinkler system?

Question36: What is the process used by a jurisdiction to adopt an NFPA code or standard into law by reference?

Question37: The NFPA Standard for the installation of stationary pumps for fire protection is:

Question38: After conducting the annual test of a dry barrel hydrant, what is the maximum length of time permitted for full drainage to take place?

Question39: Guard posts protecting hazardous material use, dispensing, or storage areas from vehicles must be a minimum of how many feet (meters) from the tank?

Question40: What is a system that discharges water from open sprinklers activated by a detection system called?

Question41: To transfer Class I flammable liquids by pressurizing the tank, which of the following conditions must be met?
I . Inert gas is used to pressurize the tank.
II . Air is used to pressurize the tank.
III . A pressure relief device shall be provided.
IV . An interlock shall be installed on the container.