Questions and Answers
After what date was the F-24 certificate of Fitness not recognized?
July 31, 2014
How often must this certificate be renewed?
Every 3 years
In what types of buildings and occupancies are coordinators of fire safety and alarm systems in homeless shelters required?
Homeless shelters, one-way voice communication systems, or occupied for more than fifteen persons for a period of more than 30 days.
What is the certificate of occupancy?
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What does the Fire Triangle consist of?
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What is the Free Burning Stage of a Fire?
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What is an In-Building Relocation Area (IBRA)?
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What is Phase 1 Emergency Elevator Recall?
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What is the Smoldering Stage of a Fire?
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What is an Unnecessary Alarm?
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How many people were estimated to have spent the night in a NYC homeless shelter in 2013?
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What must Coordinators of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters ensure?
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When did a fire occur at a homeless shelter in Paris, Texas?
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What caused the fire at the homeless shelter in Paris, Texas?
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What happened during the fire in the Bronx, NY homeless shelter on December 7, 2012?
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How often must a Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters be present at the shelter?
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How often does the building need to be patrolled by the fire guard?
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Where should the emergency preparedness plan be located?
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How often should staff do refresher training sessions designed to familiarize them with their duties pursuant to the plan?
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What are the three stages of a fire?
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What two things must be done before conducting a fire drill?
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What four things need to be documented on the off-line entry during drills?
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Who is authorized to report a fire or explosion to the fire department?
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What must the Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters always be knowledgeable about?
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What are some ways an alarm might alert occupants?
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Who is responsible for ensuring that the inspection, testing, and maintenance for alarms are scheduled?
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What does the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) do?
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What are the three types of signals from the control panel?
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What are the two types of heat detectors and what are they?
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What are the four common supervised conditions for a supervisory alarm?
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What are the two methods used to notify building occupants and employees of a fire emergency at the fire alarm panel?
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Study Notes
Certificate of Fitness
- F-24 Certificate of Fitness is not recognized after July 31, 2014.
- Renewal of the certificate is required every 3 years.
Fire Safety Regulations in Homeless Shelters
- Fire safety coordinators are needed in shelters accommodating over fifteen people for more than 30 days.
- Certificate of Occupancy determines maximum authorized occupants in a shelter.
- A detailed Emergency Preparedness Plan should be available at all times on the premises.
Alarm Systems and Emergency Protocols
- Alarm Silence Switch silences alarms after evacuation while investigating the source.
- Central Station Company retransmits alarm signals to FDNY.
- Evacuation refers to the complete emptying of a building during emergencies.
Fire Stages and Responses
- Three stages of fire:
- Incipient Stage: initial growth stage.
- Free Burning Stage: fully developed fire.
- Smoldering Stage: minimal flames, produces smoke and toxic gases.
- Fire drill exercises must be conducted monthly for all building occupants.
Fire Incident Summaries
- NYC homeless shelters had approximately 45,000 overnight occupants in 2013, including 19,000 children.
- Notable incidents include:
- 2009 fire in Paris, TX: 5 fatalities due to uninspected shelter conditions.
- December 2012 Bronx, NY fires: inadequate fire extinguishers led to serious injuries.
Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
- Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) triggers alarms via various signals:
- Alarm Signal indicates potential fire.
- Supervisory Signal denotes system issues requiring investigation.
- Trouble Signal identifies faults in alarm circuits.
- Automatic Detection Devices identify heat or smoke in premises.
Emergency Equipment
- Portable Fire Extinguishers must be positioned appropriately based on weight.
- Fire Extinguishers are classified as:
- Class A: for combustibles like wood and paper.
- Class B: for flammable liquids.
- Class C: for electrical equipment.
- Class D: for combustible metals.
- Class K: for kitchen oils and fats.
- Inspections of portable fire extinguishers are required monthly.
Building Safety Measures
- Smoke Dampers and Fire Dampers control air movement during a fire.
- Standpipe Systems supply firefighters with water.
- Coordinators must maintain knowledge of emergency plans, floor layouts, and vulnerable occupants.
Legal and Safety Requirements
- Obligations include:
- Coordinators must be present at all times.
- Monthly patrolling by fire guards, maintaining records of patrols.
- Specific paths and exits must be clearly indicated and accessible, with aisles in temporary shelters at least 36 inches wide.
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