For temporary structures used by occupants, NFPA 101 guidance may require what?

For temporary structures used by occupants, NFPA 101 guidance may require what?

• A. The temporary structure must incorporate egress and life safety features appropriate for occupancy.
• B. Temporary structures are exempt from egress requirements.
• C. Egress features are optional in temporary structures.
• D. Only exterior egress is required for temporary tents.

Answer: (B)

Temporary structures used by occupants are treated as spaces where people will be exposed to hazards, so they must meet the same basic life-safety expectations as permanent spaces, including adequate means of egress. NFPA 101 requires egress and related life-safety features to be appropriate for the occupancy, which means enough exits for the anticipated occupant load, exits of proper size, clear and unobstructed paths to exits, emergency lighting, and exit signs as needed. For tents and other temporary assemblies, this also includes considerations like flame-resistant materials, proper anchoring, safe ignition-source controls, and clear routes to exits so occupants can evacuate quickly and safely. In short, temporary structures used by occupants are not exempt from egress requirements; they must provide appropriate means of egress and life-safety measures based on how the space will be used.

Temporary structures used by occupants are treated as spaces where people will be exposed to hazards, so they must meet the same basic life-safety expectations as permanent spaces, including adequate means of egress. NFPA 101 requires egress and related life-safety features to be appropriate for the occupancy, which means enough exits for the anticipated occupant load, exits of proper size, clear and unobstructed paths to exits, emergency lighting, and exit signs as needed. For tents and other temporary assemblies, this also includes considerations like flame-resistant materials, proper anchoring, safe ignition-source controls, and clear routes to exits so occupants can evacuate quickly and safely. In short, temporary structures used by occupants are not exempt from egress requirements; they must provide appropriate means of egress and life-safety measures based on how the space will be used.