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The COF holder must keep the COF ___________ or readily available for inspection.
upon his or her person
Portable LPG containers that are more than ________ must not be stored, handled, or used indoors.
16.4 oz
Permits shall be readily available on the _________ for inspection by fire department representatives.
premises
Hot work permits shall be available for inspection by any representative for __________ after the work is complete.
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For _____________, the owner of the hot work operation areas must be notified in writing by the citywide permit holder at least 48 hours before hot work is to be started.
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Pre-hot work checks must be conducted before hot work is authorized and at least ___________.
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Fire watch will be provided for a minimum of _________ after work is complete.
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Hot work areas must be kept ___________ feet away from any combustible material.
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Paper, wood shavings, straw and fabric are examples of ______________.
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The entire work area should be checked after completion of hot work for __________.
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A minimum ____________ rating fire extinguisher must be readily accessible.
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The fire extinguisher must be accessible within __________ feet of hot work location and fire guard.
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For torch-applied roof systems, a minimum ___________ rating fire extinguisher must be readily accessible.
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___________ protection systems shall not be shut off while hot work is performed.
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Compressed gas containers must be replaced when ___________.
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Empty containers must be handled in the same manner as ____________.
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A ___________ must not be rolled on its side or its rim.
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The top of the fire extinguisher must not be more than ________ feet above the floor, nor the bottom of the fire extinguisher be less than _________ inches from the ground.
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The COF holder should only consider extinguishing fires when they are ____________.
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Never approach a fire from a __________.
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Do not direct the chemical stream at the ________.
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For ________, the gas supply must be shut off first and then call 911.
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When not possible to shut off gas supply, allow the flame to ___________ and call 911.
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Class A extinguishers are for extinguishing ___________.
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Class B extinguishers are for extinguishing ___________.
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Class C extinguishers are for extinguishing _____________.
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Class D extinguishers are for extinguishing ____________.
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Fire extinguishers are required to be inspected __________.
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Fire extinguishers must be maintained by a FDNY approved company at least ___________.
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Study Notes
COF Holder Responsibilities
- COF (Certificate of Fitness) holder must keep the certificate on their person or readily available for inspection.
LPG Safety
- Portable LPG containers exceeding 16.4 ounces are not permitted for storage, handling, or use indoors.
Permit Accessibility
- Permits must be readily available on the premises for inspection by fire department representatives.
Hot Work Regulations
- Hot work permits should be retained for inspection by any representative for 48 hours post-completion.
- Owners of hot work operation areas need written notification from the citywide permit holder at least 48 hours before starting hot work.
- Pre-hot work checks are mandatory before authorization and must occur at least once per day.
Fire Watch Protocol
- A fire watch must be maintained for a minimum of 30 minutes after work completion.
Combustible Material Safety
- Hot work areas must be kept 35 feet away from combustible materials, such as paper, wood shavings, straw, and fabric.
Post-Work Safety Checks
- The entire work area should be checked for fires after hot work.
Fire Extinguisher Requirements
- A minimum 2-A:20-B:C rated fire extinguisher must be readily accessible.
- Fire extinguishers should be within 30 feet of the hot work location and the fire guard.
- For torch-applied roof systems, a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 3-A: 40-B:C must be accessible.
Automatic Sprinkler Protection
- Automatic sprinkler systems must not be turned off during hot work.
Handling Compressed Gas
- Compressed gas containers should be replaced when empty.
- Empty containers must be handled as if they were full.
- Compressed gas containers must not be rolled on their side or rim.
Fire Extinguisher Placement
- The top of a fire extinguisher should not exceed 5 feet above the floor, and the bottom must be at least 4 inches off the ground.
Fire Response Guidelines
- The COF holder should only extinguish fires when they are limited in size.
- Never approach a fire from downwind to avoid smoke and heat exposure.
- Do not direct the chemical stream at the center of the flame.
Gas Emergencies
- For piped gas leaks, shut off the gas supply first, then call 911.
- If shutting off the gas is impossible, allow the flame to burn itself out and call 911.
Fire Classifications
- Class A extinguishers are for ordinary combustibles.
- Class B extinguishers are suitable for flammable or combustible liquids.
- Class C extinguishers are meant for electrical equipment.
- Class D extinguishers are for ignitable metals.
Inspection and Maintenance
- Fire extinguishers require monthly inspections.
- They must be maintained by an FDNY approved company at least once per year.
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