TCFP Plans Examiner Practice Test

During the plan review, which party verifies that means of egress provides a path of travel to safe refuge?

1. Architect

2. Engineer

3. Inspector

4. Owner

The correct answer is: Inspector

The inspector is responsible for verifying that means of egress provides a path of travel to safe refuge during the plan review. This role includes ensuring that all exit routes comply with safety standards and regulations, thereby facilitating the safe movement of occupants in emergencies. Inspectors play a critical role in enforcing building codes and regulations that are designed to protect public safety. While architects and engineers are involved in the design and planning stages, their primary focus is on the functionality, aesthetics, and structural integrity of the building. The owner, on the other hand, is typically more concerned with overall project goals like cost and timeline rather than specific compliance with safety regulations. The inspector’s expertise in interpreting and applying relevant codes puts them in the best position to verify that the means of egress are adequate and effective in providing a safe exit for building occupants.