Associate Safety Professional Practice Exam

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What should pull stations be located within, in relation to exits?

5 feet of exit discharge
10 feet of exit discharge
20 feet of exit discharge
1 foot of exit discharge

The correct answer is: 5 feet of exit discharge

The correct choice regarding the location of pull stations in relation to exits is that they should be within 5 feet of the exit discharge. This standard is designed to ensure that in the event of an emergency, individuals can quickly and easily access a pull station to activate the fire alarm system upon exiting the building. Having pull stations positioned so close to exit discharges allows for immediate action as people move towards safety. Delays in reaching a pull station could hinder an efficient and safe evacuation. While other distances, like 10 or 20 feet, provide a margin of safety, they may not facilitate the prompt activation of alarms that is critical in emergencies where every second counts. Likewise, a distance of 1 foot is too close and may not allow for enough space for individuals to access the station without obstruction. Therefore, the 5-foot requirement strikes an optimal balance between accessibility and safety.