Q.

1) An extremely hot luminous bidge formed by passage of an electric current across a

space between two conductors or terminals due to the incandescence of the
conducting vapor.

A. Pyrophoric
B. Flash Point
C. Electric Arc
D. Fulminate
Explanation
Pyrophoric - Descriptive of any substance that ignites spontaneously when exposed
to air.
Flashpoint - The minimum temperature at which any matrial gives off vapor in
sufficient concentration to form an ignitable mixture with air.
Fulminate - A kind f stable explosive compound which explodes by percussion.

BUILDING LAWS 2

Q.2) n integrated system of underground or overhead piping or both connected to a

source of extinguishing agent or medium which when actuated by its automatic
detecting device suppresses fire.

A. Fire protective assembly

B. Fire alerting system
C. Automatic fire suppression system
D. Fire sprinkler system

Q.3) As per PD 1185, what is the maximum number of seats in rows of seats between
aisles for places of assembly?

A. 5
B. 7
C. 12
D. 14

Q.4) Passageway from one building to another or around a wall in approximately the
same floor level.

A. Fire Lane
 B. Horizontal Exit
C. Public Way
D. Vestibule
Explanation
Fire Lane - The portion of a roadway or puvlicway that should be kept opened and
unobstructed at all times for the expedient operation of fire fighting units.
Public Way - Any street, alley or other strip of land unobstructed from the ground to
the sky, deeded, dedicated or otherwise permanently appropriated for public use.
Vestibule - A passageway or antechamber between the outer doors and the interior
parts of a house or building.

Q.5) As per PD 1185, what is the maximum travel distance for places of assembly if not
protected by automatic fire suppression system?

A. 46 mts.
B. 56 mts.
C. 61 mts.
D. 71 mts.

Q.6) A bar which extends across at least one-half of each door leaf, which will open the
door if subjected to pressure.

A. Flush bolt
B. Door jamb
C. Door handle
D. Panic hardware

Q.7) As per PD 1185, what is the minimum width for any single door in a doorway?

A. 61 cm.
B. 71 cm.
C. 81 cm.
D. 91cm.

Q.8) Descriptive of any material which by its nature or as a result of its reaction with
other elements produces a rapid drop in temperature of the immediate surroundings

A. Oxidizing Material
B. Cryogenic
C. Combustible Liquid
D. Pyrophoric
Explanation
Oxidizing Material - A material that readily yields oxygen in quantities sufficient to
 stimulate or support combustion.
Combustible Liquid - Any liquid having a flash point at or above 37.8 C (100 F)
Pyrophoric - Descriptive of any substance that ignites spontaneously when exposed
to air
Q.9) As per PD 1185, what is the minimum number of exits for Class A places of
assembly with a capacity of more than 1,000 persons?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 6

Q.10) As per PD 1185, under what classification does fire in flammable liquids and gasses
belong to?

A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class D
Explanation
Class A - fire involving ordinary combustible materials such as wood, cloth, paper,
rubber and plastics
Class C -fire involving energized electrical equipment
Class D -fire involving combustible metals such as magnesium, sodium, potassium

Q.11) As per PD 1185, dwelling units in row apartments shall be separated from each
other by partition walls having a fire resistance rating of how many hours?

A. 1 hour
B. 2 hour
C. 3 hour
D. 4 hour

Q.12) As per PD 1185, buildings over this height shall be required throughout with
automatic fire sprinkler system.

A. 10m
B. 12m
C. 15m
 D. 18m

Q.13) As per PD 1185, which is not a factor for determining degree of hazard?

A. type of occupancy
B. construction materials used
C. combustibility of contents
D. floor area

Q.14) As per PD 1185, between any point in an institutional sleeping room or suite and an
exit access door of that room or suite shall not exceed how many meters?

A. 15 mtrs.
B. 23 mtrs.
C. 30 mtrs.
D. 46 mtrs.

Q.15) As per PD 1185, what is the minimum opening width of doors?

A. 0.71m
B. 0.81m
C. 0.90m
D. 0.91m

Q.16) Degree of hazard is determined by: i. Fire resistance rating ii. Probability that a
building, structure or facility may catch fire iii. Difficulty in evacuating people iv.
Difficulty in suppressing fire

A. i, ii, iii
B. ii, iii, iv
C. i, iii, iv
D. i, ii, iv

Q.17) A building unsafe in case of fire because it will burn easily or because it lacks
adequate exits or fire escapes.
 A. Fire Abatement
B. Fire Lane
C. Fire Hazard
D. Fire Trap
Explanation
(Fire) Abatement - Any act that would remove or neutralize a fire hazard.
Fire Lane - The portion of a roadway or publicway that should be kept opened and
unobstructed at all times for the expedient operation of fire fighting units.
Fire Hazard - Any condition or act which increases or may cause an increase in the
probability of the occurrence of fire, or which may obstruct, delay, hinder or
interfere with fire fighting operations and the safeguarding of life and property

Q.18) As per PD 1185, what is the unit of exit width used to measure means of egress?

A. 50 cm.
B. 55 cm.
C. 60 cm.
D. 65 cm.

Q.19) As per PD1185, what is the minimum headroom clearance for Class B stairs?

A. 1.95m
B. 2.00m
C. 2.05m
D. 2.10m

Q.20) A rocket or liquid propellant which consist of combinations of fuels and oxidizers
which ignite spontaneously on contact with each other.

A. Hypergolic Fuel
B. Cryogenic
C. Corrosive Liquid
D. Combustible Liquid
Explanation
Cryogenic - Descriptive of any mateial which by its nature or as a result of its
reaction with other elements produces a rapid drop in temperature of the immediate
surroundings.
Corrosive Liquid - Any liquid which causes fire when in contact with organic
matter or with certain chemicals.
Combustible Liquid - Any liquid having a flash point at or above 37.8 C (100 F).

Q.21) Separated from other spaces of the building or structure by construction or

 equipment to provide a protected way of travel to the exit discharge.

A. Fire Lane
B. Horizontal Exit
C. Fire Exit
D. Vestibule
Explanation
Fire Lane - The portion of a roadway or publicway that should be kept opened and
unobstructed at all times for the expedient operation of fire fighting units.
Horizontal Exit - Passageway from one building to another or around a wall in
approximately the same floor level.
Vestibule - A passageway or antechamber between the outer doors and the interior
parts of a house or building.

Q.22) As per PD 1185, every room or space in educational occupancies with a capacity of
over 50 persons shall have at least how many doorways?

A. 1 doorway
B. 2 doorways
C. 3 doorways
D. 4 doorways

Q.23) As per PD 1185, what is the maximum force that is applied to the releasing device
of the panic hardware in the direction of exit travel that shall cause the door latch to
release?

A. 5 kilos
B. 6 kilos
C. 7 kilos (correct answer)
D. 8 kilos

Q.24) As per PD 1185, what is the minimum aisle width for less than 60 seats in places of
assembly?

A. 0.76 mtr.
B. 0.83 mtr.
C. 0.91 mtr.
D. 1.00 mtr.
Q.25) As per PD 1185, what is the minimum width of run exclusive of nosing or
projection for Class B stairs?
A. 0.23m
B. 0.24m
C. 0.25m
D. 0.30m