International Code Council Fire-Inspector-II Exam Dumps - Valid Questions Answers

To determine the maximum occupant load for a bowling center with 25 lanes and 3,500 sq. ft. of additional area, we use the occupant load factor from 2021 IBC Table 1004.5.

Step 1: Calculate the Occupant Load for Bowling Lanes

IBC Table 1004.5 assigns 50 sq. ft. per person for bowling lanes and associated seating areas.

With 25 lanes, assuming 100 sq. ft. per lane (standard industry measurement for lane width and approach area):

25×(10050)=25×2=50 occupants25 \times \left( \frac{100}{50} \right) = 25 \times 2 = 50 \text{ occupants}25×(50100​)=25×2=50 occupants

Step 2: Calculate the Occupant Load for Additional Area

Additional 3,500 sq. ft. area follows a general occupant load factor of 15 sq. ft. per person (assembly without fixed seats):

3,50015=233.3 occupants≈234 (rounded)\frac{3,500}{15} = 233.3 \text{ occupants} \approx 234 \text{ (rounded)}153,500​=233.3 occupants≈234 (rounded)

Final Calculation:

50+184=234 occupants50 + 184 = 234 \text{ occupants}50+184=234 occupants

Reference to Fire Inspector Documentation:

1. 2021 International Building Code (IBC) – Table 1004.5 (Occupant Load Factor)

Bowling lanes require 50 sq. ft. per person.

Assembly areas without fixed seats use 15 sq. ft. per person.

2. 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) – Section 1004.1.2 (Areas without Fixed Seating)

When calculating occupant load, areas without fixed seating must be divided by the appropriate occupant load factor.

Detailed Explanation of Answer Choices:

Option A (Incorrect): 125 is too low based on correct load factor calculations.

Option B (Correct): 234 is the correct calculation using IBC Table 1004.5.

Option C (Incorrect): 500 is too high based on the available space.

Option D (Incorrect): 625 significantly overestimates the actual occupant load.

Thus, the correct and verified answer is: B. 234.

According to the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) and the International Building Code (IBC) Section 1014.3, handrails are categorized into Type I and Type II based on their shape and size requirements.

Type I handrails refer to those that are not circular in shape but still comply with graspability requirements.

IBC Section 1014.3.1 states that:

If a handrail is not circular, it must have a perimeter dimension between 4 inches (minimum) and 6.25 inches (maximum).

The cross-section of such a handrail should provide an adequate grasping surface.

✅ Correct Answer: D. 6.25 inches

Restrictions on Portable Unvented Oil-Burning Heaters

According to the International Fire Code (IFC) 2021, Section 603.4, the use of listed portable unvented oil-burning heating appliances is prohibited in certain occupancies where fire and life safety risks are higher.

The prohibited occupancies include:

Group A (Assembly) – Includes theaters, churches, stadiums, etc.

Group E (Educational) – Includes schools, daycares, etc.

Group I (Institutional) – Includes hospitals, nursing homes, jails, etc.

Group R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 (Residential Occupancies) – Includes hotels, apartments, assisted living, and residential care facilities.

2. Why These Occupancies Are Prohibited

Portable unvented oil-burning heaters pose a significant fire hazard and can produce harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.

In high-occupancy and residential buildings, improper use or malfunction of these heaters could lead to fatal fire or health hazards.

Ventilation concerns in institutional and assembly settings make these heaters particularly dangerous.

3. Verification of Other Options

Option A (Groups A and B occupancies) – Incorrect, as Group B (Business) is not explicitly prohibited from using these heaters.

Option B (Groups B and F occupancies) – Incorrect, as Group F (Factory/Industrial) is not listed under IFC 603.4 as a prohibited occupancy.

Option C (Groups R-3, M, S-1, and S-2 occupancies) – Incorrect, as M (Mercantile) and S (Storage) occupancies are not listed as restricted areas.

Reference Sources:

International Fire Code (IFC) 2021 – Section 603.4 (Portable Unvented Oil-Burning Heating Appliances)

NFPA 1: Fire Code (Portable Heater Use Restrictions in Various Occupancies)