Everything you need for the 66 Fire Inspector I exam — based on the 2021 IBC + IFC + IFSTA
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Exam Details:
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This section represents nearly half your exam. Master these topics thoroughly.
IBC Chapter 10 - Means of Egress
Key Definitions (IBC §1002):
Three Components:
Critical Requirements:
Number of Exits (IBC Table 1006.2.1):
Exit Width (IBC §1005):
Travel Distance (IBC Table 1017.2):
| Occupancy | Unsprinklered | Sprinklered |
|---|---|---|
| A, E, F-1, M, R, S-1 | 200' | 250' |
| B | 200' | 300' |
| F-2, S-2, U | 300' | 400' |
| I-1 | 200' | 250' |
| I-2 | Not Permitted | 200' |
| I-3 | 200' | 250' |
Common Obstructions (IBC §1003.6):
Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings (IBC §1030):
Egress Lighting (IBC §1008):
Exit Signs (IBC §1013):
IBC Chapter 6 - Types of Construction
Five Construction Types (IBC Table 601):
| Type | Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements |
|---|---|
| Type I-A | Most fire-resistive (3-hour primary, 2-hour secondary) |
| Type I-B | Fire-resistive (2-hour primary, 2-hour secondary) |
| Type II-A | Protected noncombustible (1-hour) |
| Type II-B | Unprotected noncombustible (0-hour) |
| Type III-A | Protected combustible/ordinary masonry (1-hour) |
| Type III-B | Unprotected combustible/ordinary masonry (0-hour) |
| Type IV-HT | Heavy timber (1-hour exterior, HT interior) |
| Type V-A | Protected wood frame (1-hour) |
| Type V-B | Unprotected wood frame (0-hour) |
IBC Table 601 - Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements (MEMORIZE):
| Building Element | I-A | I-B | II-A | II-B | III-A | III-B | IV-HT | V-A | V-B |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Structural Frame | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | HT | 1 | 0 |
| Bearing Walls (Exterior) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Bearing Walls (Interior) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/HT | 1 | 0 |
| Nonbearing Walls (Exterior) | See Table 602 | ||||||||
| Nonbearing Walls (Interior) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Floor Construction | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | HT | 1 | 0 |
| Roof Construction | 1½ | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | HT | 1 | 0 |
Heavy Timber (HT) Requirements (IBC §602.4):
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