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During the pre-installation review, the field issue is that the project condition shows that rated penetrations will be concealed. Which firestopping condition is the best match?

Correct Answer

A) Use listed firestopping system

listed firestopping system best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Answer Options
A
Use listed firestopping system
B
Use intumescent collar for plastic pipe
C
Use firestop mortar at a large opening
D
Use mineral wool safing with listed sealant

Why This Is the Correct Answer

listed firestopping system best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option B: Use intumescent collar for plastic pipe

Use intumescent collar for plastic pipe may relate to another site control, but it does not remove or guard the penetration firestopping exposure being tested.

Option C: Use firestop mortar at a large opening

Use firestop mortar at a large opening may relate to another site control, but it does not remove or guard the penetration firestopping exposure being tested.

Option D: Use mineral wool safing with listed sealant

Use mineral wool safing with listed sealant may relate to another site control, but it does not remove or guard the penetration firestopping exposure being tested.

Memory Technique

If Foreman Selecting can still reach the worker, the control is decoration.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Fire-resistance methods; penetration firestopping before concealment; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.

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