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Which of the following safety concerns is specifically addressed in temporary emergency shelters?
Which of the following safety concerns is specifically addressed in temporary emergency shelters?
What is a primary safety concern regarding lithium-ion batteries?
What is a primary safety concern regarding lithium-ion batteries?
In the event of a bomb threat, which precaution is most crucial to ensure safety in shelters?
In the event of a bomb threat, which precaution is most crucial to ensure safety in shelters?
Which of the following issues is often encountered in emergency shelters?
Which of the following issues is often encountered in emergency shelters?
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What is a significant consequence of chemical incidents or releases in shelters?
What is a significant consequence of chemical incidents or releases in shelters?
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What is the primary purpose of an In-Building Relocation Area (IBRA)?
What is the primary purpose of an In-Building Relocation Area (IBRA)?
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Which of the following incidents qualifies as a Non-Fire Emergency?
Which of the following incidents qualifies as a Non-Fire Emergency?
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What is the role of the Manual Fire Alarm Box?
What is the role of the Manual Fire Alarm Box?
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What does the term 'Off-Line' refer to in fire alarm systems?
What does the term 'Off-Line' refer to in fire alarm systems?
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What is the primary function of One-way Voice Communication in a building?
What is the primary function of One-way Voice Communication in a building?
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What is the purpose of the out of service signage on a fire protection device?
What is the purpose of the out of service signage on a fire protection device?
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What occurs during a Non-Fire Emergency Drill?
What occurs during a Non-Fire Emergency Drill?
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Who is responsible for putting up out of service signage on faulty devices?
Who is responsible for putting up out of service signage on faulty devices?
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What is included in the emergency preparedness plan for a homeless shelter?
What is included in the emergency preparedness plan for a homeless shelter?
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Which certificate details must be included in the emergency preparedness plan?
Which certificate details must be included in the emergency preparedness plan?
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What should be done when acknowledging signals at the fire alarm control panel if there is no indicator designed to be shown?
What should be done when acknowledging signals at the fire alarm control panel if there is no indicator designed to be shown?
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Who is required to be aware of changes in the emergency preparedness plan?
Who is required to be aware of changes in the emergency preparedness plan?
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If the fire alarm system is not monitored by a central station, which action cannot be performed?
If the fire alarm system is not monitored by a central station, which action cannot be performed?
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What is required in the event of needing to communicate with the Fire Emergency Personnel (FEP)?
What is required in the event of needing to communicate with the Fire Emergency Personnel (FEP)?
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What should the emergency preparedness plan specify about emergency exits?
What should the emergency preparedness plan specify about emergency exits?
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In scenarios where the system cannot be silenced, which statement is correct?
In scenarios where the system cannot be silenced, which statement is correct?
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What procedure must be included regarding emergency situations?
What procedure must be included regarding emergency situations?
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When Phase I elevator operation cannot be conducted, what reason might be given?
When Phase I elevator operation cannot be conducted, what reason might be given?
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What is NOT a requirement for the emergency preparedness plan?
What is NOT a requirement for the emergency preparedness plan?
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What is a likely action if there is no elevator available during Phase II elevator operation?
What is a likely action if there is no elevator available during Phase II elevator operation?
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What must be maintained on the premises according to fire safety regulations?
What must be maintained on the premises according to fire safety regulations?
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What aspect of the emergency preparedness plan details the evacuation process?
What aspect of the emergency preparedness plan details the evacuation process?
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If silencing the fire tones is deemed impossible, what should be documented?
If silencing the fire tones is deemed impossible, what should be documented?
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Which statement is true regarding the response to placing the fire alarm system off line in a non-monitored scenario?
Which statement is true regarding the response to placing the fire alarm system off line in a non-monitored scenario?
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What is the primary intention of conducting emergency drills in homeless shelters?
What is the primary intention of conducting emergency drills in homeless shelters?
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How should drills be conducted to maintain their effectiveness?
How should drills be conducted to maintain their effectiveness?
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What must coordinators of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters be cautious of regarding routine drills?
What must coordinators of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters be cautious of regarding routine drills?
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What is a critical requirement for a drill conducted in a homeless shelter?
What is a critical requirement for a drill conducted in a homeless shelter?
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Which of the following is true regarding actual fire alarm activations within a building?
Which of the following is true regarding actual fire alarm activations within a building?
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What is the consequence of conducting drills in the same manner at the same time?
What is the consequence of conducting drills in the same manner at the same time?
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What precaution should be considered regarding actual emergencies occurring during a drill?
What precaution should be considered regarding actual emergencies occurring during a drill?
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Which of the following best describes the role of live instruction in drills?
Which of the following best describes the role of live instruction in drills?
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Study Notes
Emergency Preparedness Plan
- The Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters must be aware of the content of the emergency preparedness plan.
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Emergency Preparedness Plan Content:
- This plan is required by the Fire Code, Rules and Fire Department Policy.
- The shelter owner and employees must cooperate in the development and coordination of the emergency preparedness plan.
- It should be prepared and accepted prior to occupancy of the building.
- The plan must include, but is not limited to, the following:
- The designation of the Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters, by name, certificate number, and position at the premises.
- The designation of other FEP staff, by name and/or position at the premises, and their certificate of fitness numbers.
- The name and address of the shelter, the floors normally occupied, the approximate number of employees and the hours of operation.
- A site plan, floor plan, and riser diagram.
- A building information card for high-rise buildings and occupancies.
- The location of all entrances and exits (including emergency exits and fire escapes) and where they exit to (which street or other location).
- The procedure for evacuation or in-building relocation of occupants during an emergency.
- Details regarding voice communication capability and fire protection systems.
- The procedure to report a fire or other emergency to the FDNY and the staff member(s) responsible for the reporting.
- The procedure for notifying building occupants of a fire or other emergency, and the staff member(s) responsible for the notification.
Emergency Drills
- Drills and other forms of emergency preparedness education are required in homeless shelters to enhance the fire and non-fire emergency preparedness of all building occupants, including clients and staff.
- Drills are intended to familiarize building occupants with the proper actions to take in the event of a fire or other emergency, and the primary and secondary evacuation and in-building relocation routes.
- Drills must be conducted in accordance with the Fire Code, the FDNY rules and the emergency preparedness plan approved by the FDNY.
- Drills should be in the form of live instruction, except as otherwise authorized by the FDNY.
- Procedures should be established to ensure that all persons in the building participate.
- Ideally, drills should be unscheduled, and shelter employees and clients should not know the time of day they take place.
- Drills should be conducted at varying times of day with enough frequency to familiarize all building occupants with the drill procedure.
- Actual fires and emergencies are always unexpected – any fire alarm activation that is not planned, or preceded by an announcement, must be treated as an actual fire condition.
- Drills should not be considered routine exercises.
- There is a potential risk, if drills are considered routine, that an evacuation or relocation in an actual emergency will not be successful.
- Coordinators of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters should have a plan in place for the rare situation in which an actual fire or non-fire emergency occurs during a drill.
- Drills should include a discussion of a variety of possible emergency situations.
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This quiz covers the essential components of an emergency preparedness plan specifically designed for homeless shelters. It is crucial for all staff, particularly the Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems, to understand the regulations and requirements put forth by the Fire Code and Department. Test your knowledge on the necessary elements included in such a plan.