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Balco AIA Test: B0400PL-D

Course Title: Fundamentals of Photoluminescent Egress Systems
AIA Course Number: B0400PL-D
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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1) What is the primary purpose of photoluminescent markings in stairwells?

1) What is the primary purpose of photoluminescent markings in stairwells?
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2) Which of the following is NOT a type of luminescence discussed in the course?

2) Which of the following is NOT a type of luminescence discussed in the course?
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3) What light source is most effective for charging photoluminescent materials but rarely used in interior stairwells?

3) What light source is most effective for charging photoluminescent materials but rarely used in interior stairwells?
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4) Which tragic event helped lead to the adoption of photoluminescent egress markings in the U.S.?

4) Which tragic event helped lead to the adoption of photoluminescent egress markings in the U.S.?
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5) According to IBC, what is the minimum required height for a building to be considered a high-rise?

5) According to IBC, what is the minimum required height for a building to be considered a high-rise?
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6) Why is it important for the markings to be uniform in width, typically one inch?

6) Why is it important for the markings to be uniform in width, typically one inch?
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7) What type of markings should be used on the final exit door in a stairwell?

7) What type of markings should be used on the final exit door in a stairwell?
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8) What is the main reason paint is not recommended for photoluminescent applications?

8) What is the main reason paint is not recommended for photoluminescent applications?
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9) Which two test standards are primarily used to evaluate photoluminescent products?

9) Which two test standards are primarily used to evaluate photoluminescent products?
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10) Which of the following statements is TRUE about demarcation lines in stairwell landings?

10) Which of the following statements is TRUE about demarcation lines in stairwell landings?
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