Requirements
The International Building Code requires how many means of egress from all spaces and buildings (for new construction)?
What are two means of egress
This is the term for doors to the outside, enclosed exit stairways, and horizontal exits
What is "Exits"
In buildings with _____ stories above or below the level of exit discharge, at least one accessible means of egress must be an elevator with standby power and emergency signaling devices
What is four stories
Two-way communication devices are required in these two locations along an accessible means of egress
What are elevator landings and areas of refuge
Exit signs located at exits are required to meet both ____ and ____ criteria.
What are tactile and visual criteria
How many methods of egress in a facility must meet accessibility requirements?
What is at least one method
This is the term for the path from any location in a building to an exit
What is "Exit Access"
To meet accessibility requirements, elevators and platform lifts intended to be used as an emergency means of egress must have ____.
What is standby power, designed to remain operational even when regular electrical service is lost.
Two-way communication devices provide communication between each location and who?
Who is Fire Command Center/9-1-1
Instructional content included on signs, such as evacuation instructions, must meet visual criteria but not those for ____ characters.
What are tactile characters
True or False: Each accessible portion of a space must be served by an accessible means of egress
What is True
This is the term for the path from an exit to a public way such as a street or alley
What is "Exit Discharge"
Stairways intended for use as a part of an accessible means of egress in emergencies must incorporate this
What are areas of refuge
Two-way communication devices must include directions for use and both ____ and _____ communication methods.
What are audible and visual communication methods
Directional signage should be posted at ____ and within _____.
What are elevator landings and areas of refuge.
This is the term for a continuous and unobstructed way of exit travel from any point in a building or facility that provides an accessible route to an area of refuge, a horizontal exit, or a public way.
What is an "accessible means of egress"
Name at least two components of an accessible means of egress
What are:
-Accessible routes
-Accessible interior and exterior exit stairways
-Accessible elevators and platform lifts
-Horizontal Exits
-Areas of refuge
This term describes a location where those unable to use the stairs can await assisted rescue by emergency responders. It is standard operating procedure for emergency responders to check these locations first for anyone needing assistance.
What are areas of refuge
Signage for two-way communication devices must indicate "AREA OF REFUGE" or ________
What is "EXTERIOR AREA FOR ASSISTED RESCUE"
Tactile criteria for exit signs might include the following
What is Braille, raised characters