A building under construction requires a fire extinguisher placement plan. What is the maximum travel distance to a Class A fire extinguisher in most construction areas?
Correct Answer
C) 75 feet
OSHA and fire codes typically require Class A fire extinguishers to be located within 75 feet travel distance in construction areas. This ensures quick access during fire emergencies.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.150(c)(1)(v) specifically requires Class A fire extinguishers to be distributed so that the maximum travel distance to reach an extinguisher does not exceed 75 feet for construction sites. This standard balances practical accessibility with safety requirements, ensuring workers can quickly reach fire suppression equipment in emergency situations. The 75-foot rule is consistently applied across most construction areas to provide adequate fire protection coverage.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 100 feet
100 feet exceeds the OSHA requirement and would create dangerous gaps in fire protection coverage, potentially allowing fires to spread before workers could access extinguishers.
Option B: 50 feet
125 feet is far too long a travel distance and would violate OSHA safety standards, creating unacceptable risk during fire emergencies on construction sites.
Option D: 125 feet
50 feet is too restrictive and would require an excessive number of extinguishers, making it impractical and not required by OSHA standards for construction sites.
Memory Technique
Think 'A-75': Class A extinguishers = 75 feet maximum travel distance. Visualize walking 75 steps (about 75 feet) to reach safety.
Reference Hint
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.150 - Fire Protection and Prevention, subsection (c)(1)(v) for Class A fire extinguisher placement requirements
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