Which article addresses maintenance of fire precautions?

• A. Article 5
• B. Article 17
• C. Article 23
• D. Article 32

Answer: (B)

Maintenance of fire precautions focuses on keeping safety measures in working order through regular checks, tests, and servicing. The article that addresses maintenance makes it clear that the person in control of the premises must arrange routine maintenance of fire safety measures, have those checks carried out by a competent person, promptly deal with any faults, and keep records of what has been done. This ongoing loop ensures systems such as alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and fire doors remain effective when needed, rather than becoming unreliable over time. By requiring documented maintenance, it also provides evidence of ongoing compliance and helps prevent failures during an emergency.

Other articles deal with different duties or aspects of fire safety, but they do not specifically mandate the ongoing upkeep and record-keeping of fire precautions. Maintaining measures is the key idea here.