Smoke Guard AIA Test: SG-101D

Course Title: Passive Fire+Smoke Protection for Elevator Hoistways

AIA Course Number: SG-101D

Instructions: Please enter your contact information below to begin the AIA 10-question test. To pass and receive credit, you must score at least 70%. Upon passing, you will receive a certificate of completion and, if you provided your AIA member number, we will submit your credit to the AIA.

Course Credit: This course provides one (1) AIA Learning Unit for Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW). You must watch the full AIA video presentation before taking the test.

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Note: Certificates will be sent to the email address you provide. AIA credit can only be submitted if you include your AIA member number. For all other associations that accept AIA credit, please submit your certificate directly.

1) What is the main hazard addressed by this course in multi-story buildings?

Elevator malfunctions

Fire alarms not working

2) What 1980 event highlighted the dangers of vertical smoke migration?

Chicago high-rise fire

Twin Towers collapse

Empire State Building fire

3) What does UL 1784 test for?

Structural durability

4) What key feature must smoke-rated doors in front of elevators have?

Be tested without an artificial bottom seal

Ventilation grills

5) According to code, what triggers an elevator’s move from normal mode to Phase 1 emergency recall?

Building fire alarm system

Smoke detectors associated with the elevator

Sprinkler activation

Manual pull stations

6) Which design mistake can block egress through elevator lobbies?

Missing exit signage

Doors that swing against direction of travel

Having more than one exit

7) Which statement about elevator shaft pressurization is true?

It can circulate harmful pathogens

It is allowed in all hospitals

It requires no special testing

It is the most cost-effective solution

8) Why is visibility important in doors placed in front of elevators?

It allows for daylighting

It's required by elevator code for firefighter safety

To enhance aesthetics

So cameras can record inside the elevator

9) What is a major benefit of smoke curtain systems over traditional elevator lobbies?

They require additional walls

They are more expensive to install

They eliminate wasted space while meeting code

They eliminate the need for elevators

10) Why might developers choose smoke protective curtain assemblies from a business standpoint?

To reduce fire alarm costs

To eliminate elevator inspections

To simplify HVAC systems

To gain rentable/sellable space and increase revenue