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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?

<p>Determines the number of occupants authorized to be in the shelter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Alarm Silence Switch?

<p>Silences the building's audible and visual devices after evacuation is complete while the source of the alarm is being investigated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the Building Occupants?

<p>All persons in the shelter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Carbon Monoxide Detector?

<p>Device that senses carbon monoxide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Central Station Company do?

<p>Receives alarm signals from a protected premise and retransmits or otherwise reports such alarm signals to the FDNY.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does evacuation mean?

<p>Emptying of a building.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Emergency Preparedness Plan?

<p>Provide the information, guidance, direction and assistance needed to protect the safety of building occupants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Fire Drill?

<p>A training exercise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Fire Guard?

<p>Fire guards report any fire safety violations to the Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fire Triangle consist of?

<p>A fire requires fuel, oxygen, and heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Free Burning Stage of a Fire?

<p>Second stage of the three stages of a fire. The fully developed stage of a fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Incipient Stage of a Fire?

<p>First stage of the three stages of a fire. The growth stage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an In-Building Relocation Area (IBRA)?

<p>A designated area in a building to which occupants may be relocated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Off-Line refer to?

<p>Periods of time when CS will, per request of building owner, not transmit fire alarm signals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is One-Way Voice Communication?

<p>Makes announcements from the lobby to building occupants in their apartments/rooms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Out of Service Signage?

<p>placard (tag) over a defective device (job of impairment coordinator).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Partial Evacuation?

<p>The emptying of a building of some but not all building occupants in response to a fire or an emergency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Phase 1 Emergency Elevator Recall?

<p>Involves using a keyed switch to bring the elevators back to the lobby.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Shall' refer to?

<p>Refers to a requirement of the fire code.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Should' refer to?

<p>Refers to policies, procedures, and practices recommended but not required.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Smoldering Stage of a Fire?

<p>The third stage in the three stages of a fire. Fire has an unlimited supply of fuel but limited oxygen. Visible flames will have diminished and the fire will smolder and continue to produce smoke and toxic gases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Unnecessary Alarm?

<p>Response proved unnecessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Unwarranted Alarm?

<p>Result of improper installation, improper maintenance, malfunction, or other factor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people were estimated to have spent the night in a NYC homeless shelter in 2013?

<p>45,000. 19,000 children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must Coordinators of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters ensure?

<p>Immediate correction of any fire safety violations and familiarity with the emergency preparedness plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did a fire occur at a homeless shelter in Paris, Texas?

<ol start="2009"> <li>42 bed shelter.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What caused the fire at the homeless shelter in Paris, Texas?

<p>Ignition of a table inside the shelter that was piled high with donated clothing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened during the fire in the Bronx, NY homeless shelter on December 7, 2012?

<p>Improperly stored mattresses were ignited in two separate incidents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often must a Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters be present at the shelter?

<p>All times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often does the building need to be patrolled by the fire guard?

<p>Every area of the building shall be patrolled at least once every hour.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should the emergency preparedness plan be located?

<p>A copy of the EPP must be maintained on the premises in an approved location.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should staff do refresher training sessions designed to familiarize them with their duties pursuant to the plan?

<p>1 hour quarterly on each work shift.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three stages of a fire?

<ol> <li>Incipient stage 2. Free burning stage 3. Smoldering stage.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

How often should drills be done?

<p>Once a month per shift.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two things must be done before conducting a fire drill?

<ol> <li>Call CS and take the fire alarm system off-line 2. Upon confirmation, a system off-line entry should be made in the log book.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What four things need to be documented on the off-line entry during drills?

<ol> <li>Time system was taken off-line 2. Reason the system was taken off-line 3. Central Station name and telephone number 4. Time the system was restored.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Who participates in drills?

<p>All building occupants, including shelter residents and employees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to report a fire or explosion to the fire department?

<p>Any owner, occupant or other person who becomes aware of a fire or explosion should immediately report the emergency to the fire department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must the Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters always be knowledgeable about?

<ol> <li>Emergency Preparedness Plan for the shelter 2. Floor plans 3. Firemen's Service Elevator Keys 4. List of building occupants who require assistance during an evacuation.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are some ways an alarm might alert occupants?

<p>Loud sirens, bells, speakers, horns, and flashing lights (strobes).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring that the inspection, testing, and maintenance for alarms are scheduled?

<p>Coordinator of Fire Safety &amp; Alarm Systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) do?

<p>Monitors inputs and controls output through various types of circuits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of signals from the control panel?

<ol> <li>Alarm Signal 2. Supervisory Signal 3. Trouble Signal.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Alarm Silence Switch or Button?

<p>Silence switch is used to silence the devices after evacuation is complete while investigation is being done.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you reset the fire alarm system?

<p>Never reset the fire alarm system until the condition is verified by FDNY personnel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Primary Power Supply?

<p>The main power supply for a fire alarm system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Secondary Power Supply?

<p>The fire alarm system shall have a secondary power supply which provides power to the alarm system within 10 seconds of failure of the primary supply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Automatic Detection Devices?

<p>Sensors that detect heat, smoke or the flow of water in a fire alarm system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Area Smoke Detector?

<p>Detects visible or invisible particles of combustion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Elevator Lobby Smoke Detectors?

<p>Smoke detectors that when activated will recall elevators automatically to the designated landing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Beam Detectors?

<p>Used to protect large areas. This detector consists of a light beam that when broken by any combustible particle will trigger the detector.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Duct Smoke Detectors do?

<p>Sample air flow in the HVAC air duct and to detect particles of combustion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Heat Detector?

<p>A sensor that detects abnormally high temperatures or rate of temperature rise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of heat detectors and what are they?

<ol> <li>Rate-of-rise heat detectors 2. Fixed-temperature heat detectors.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Single Action Pull Station?

<p>Requires only one step to activate the alarm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Double Action Pull Station?

<p>Require two steps in order to activate the alarm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Supervisory Devices?

<p>Monitor important parts of the system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four common supervised conditions for a supervisory alarm?

<ol> <li>Control valves on sprinkler systems 2. Pressure supervisory switch 3. Gravity tanks 4. Electric fire pumps.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two methods used to notify building occupants and employees of a fire emergency at the fire alarm panel?

<ol> <li>General Alarm Method 2. Selective Alarm Method.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Central Station Transmitter?

<p>A device that receives alarm signals from protected premises and retransmits those signals to the Fire Department's Bureau of Fire Communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Automatic Sprinkler System?

<p>Wet system, filled with water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Non-automatic Sprinkler System?

<p>Dry system, no water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Standpipe System?

<p>Provides water that firefighters can manually discharge through hoses onto a fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the HVAC System?

<p>The supply and movement of air is a primary determinant of the severity of a fire event in a building.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Smoke Dampers?

<p>Open and close when required to provide fresh air or to stop smoke passage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Fire Dampers?

<p>Close when a rise in temperature occurs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Fire Watch?

<p>A fire watch shall be maintained by one or more persons holding a certificate of fitness as fire guard.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Portable Fire Extinguishers?

<p>Portable fire extinguishers weighing 40 lbs or less must be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than 5 feet above the floor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class A Fire Extinguisher used for?

<p>Combustibles. Wood and paper. Green Triangle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class B Fire Extinguisher used for?

<p>Liquids. Flammable liquid and gas like oil, and gasoline. Square.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class C Fire Extinguisher used for?

<p>Equipment Combustible. Electrical equipment. Circle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class D Fire Extinguisher used for?

<p>Metals. Star.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class K Fire Extinguisher used for?

<p>Fat/Grease/Oil. Kitchen. K.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often are portable fire extinguishers supposed to be inspected?

<p>Monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the aisle requirement for temporary shelters?

<p>Aisles shall not be less than 36 inches in width, except that cross aisles shall not be less than 48 inches in width.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

F-24 Certificate of Fitness

A document that was used to verify the fire safety of a place until July 31, 2014.

Renewal of Certificate of Fitness

Certificates need to be renewed every 3 years.

Fire Safety Coordinator

A person needed in shelters with more than 15 occupants for over 30 days.

Certificate of Occupancy

Document limiting the number of people allowed in a shelter.

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Emergency Preparedness Plan

A detailed plan on how to deal safe during emergency situation.

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Alarm Silence Switch

A switch that stops alarms after an evacuation, while determining the cause of the alarm.

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Central Station Company

Organization that relays alarm alerts to fire departments.

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Evacuation

Emptying a building during an emergency.

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Incipient Stage of Fire

Initial stage of a fire's development.

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Free Burning Stage of Fire

Fully developed fire stage.

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Monthly Fire Drills

Exercises for building occupants to practice evacuating during fire emergencies.

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Portable Fire Extinguishers

Small fire extinguishers located in buildings.

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Fire Extinguisher Classifications

Different types of extinguishers based on the type of fire.

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Smoke Dampers

Devices that prevent smoke spread during fires.

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Standpipe Systems

Water systems for firefighters to use during fires.

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Fire Alarm Control Panel

Device that detects and alerts to fires.

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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.
  • 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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