FDNY F-01 Fire Guard Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a fire guard?

A person holding a certificate of fitness who is trained in maintaining a fire watch and performing fire safety duties.

What is fire watch?

A temporary measure for continuous surveillance of a building to identify and control fire hazards.

What does impairment mean in fire protection systems?

Any condition where a fire protection system cannot perform its designed safety function.

Who is responsible for ensuring safety precautions during system impairments?

Impairment Coordinator. Signup and view all the answers

How many questions does the F-01 test consist of?

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After how many hours of an out of service condition can patrols only be conducted by fire guards holding F-01?

4 hours. Signup and view all the answers

How many square feet should one fire guard patrol?

50,000. Signup and view all the answers

Can a fire guard leave their F-01 card at home?

False Signup and view all the answers

What defines a planned out of service condition?

Notification to the impairment coordinator about any planned removal from service for repair or maintenance. Signup and view all the answers

What is an unplanned out of service condition?

A serious defect in fire protection systems causing them to be unable to function. Signup and view all the answers

What are the duties of a fire guard?

To reduce the threat of fire in various locations. Signup and view all the answers

What is a portable fire extinguisher?

An item of equipment for extinguishing a fire. Signup and view all the answers

What is a fire alarm pull station?

An active fire protection device that initiates an alarm when activated. Signup and view all the answers

When fire guards arrive for duty, they should be provided with an orientation from the ______________.

Fire safety director (FSD). Signup and view all the answers

If there is no FSD available, the fire guard should speak to the _______________.

Building owner. Signup and view all the answers

What is the level of hazardous materials in terms of danger?

Flammable liquids are more dangerous than combustible liquids. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum quantity of aerosol products in a retail display?

10,000 lbs. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it harder to evacuate a large number of occupants?

It's difficult to evacuate 1,000 people at a party than 10 people in a warehouse. Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of egress?

Exit. Signup and view all the answers

The fire guard shall inspect for smoke and fire, and if found, immediately contact the ______________.

Fire department. Signup and view all the answers

Inspect all exits, stairways, and hallways to determine _ and ____ for use.

condition and availability. Signup and view all the answers

Check all doors in the ___________ areas to see operation conditions and availability.

affected. Signup and view all the answers

Ensure that self-closing doors are not _____________ and closed at all times.

blocked. Signup and view all the answers

Ensure that exits are properly labeled and hallways and stairways are ____.

lit. Signup and view all the answers

The __________ location must be checked daily for ignition sources.

entire. Signup and view all the answers

Know the _________________ and correct use of fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull stations.

locations. Signup and view all the answers

Hot work operations may be prohibited.

True Signup and view all the answers

Where should a record be kept?

On premises. Signup and view all the answers

What is a standpipe system?

A series of pipes connecting a water supply to hose connections. Signup and view all the answers

How should you notify FDNY?

Notifying by phone is the most direct and effective way. Signup and view all the answers

What are single action stations?

Device requiring one step to activate the alarm, like pulling a lever. Signup and view all the answers

What are double action stations?

Device requiring two steps to activate the alarm, such as breaking glass. Signup and view all the answers

What is an S-12 COF holder?

Responsible for conducting inspections and certifying system compliance with NYC Fire Code. Signup and view all the answers

What is a sprinkler system?

An active fire protection method with a water supply and distribution piping system. Signup and view all the answers

When should a fire guard put out a fire?

Fire guards are responsible for putting out small fires. Signup and view all the answers

A Class A fire extinguisher is used for which type of materials?

Wood, paper, and cloth. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class B fire extinguisher used for?

Flammable liquids and gases such as paint, gasoline, oil, and cooking fats. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class C fire extinguisher?

A fire extinguisher rated to put out electrical fires. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Class D fire extinguisher used on?

Burning or combustible metals such as magnesium and titanium. Signup and view all the answers

What is a security guard?

An individual employed to perform security-related duties. Signup and view all the answers

What is a policy?

A specific statement that promotes the ideas of the company. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fire Safety and Emergency Responsibilities

Fire Guard: Certified individual responsible for maintaining fire watch and performing fire safety duties mandated by the commissioner.
Fire Watch: A surveillance measure by qualified individuals to monitor buildings for fire hazards, detect early signs of fire, and alert authorities.
Impairment: Refers to conditions where fire protection systems fail to function correctly, including sprinklers, standpipes, and alarms.
Impairment Coordinator: Designated person ensuring safety precautions when fire protection systems are out of service.

Certification and Operations

F-01 test consists of 20 questions.
Fire guards must patrol within 50,000 square feet and cannot leave their F-01 card at home.
Patrols require fire guards after a four-hour out-of-service condition.

Important Conditions and Notifications

Planned Out-of-Service Condition: Must notify the impairment coordinator in advance of any unauthorized service removals for maintenance or construction.
Unplanned Out-of-Service Condition: Severe defects in systems like empty tanks or defective connections which may require immediate action.
Reporting Fires: Fire guards must immediately contact the fire department if smoke or fire is detected.

Inspections and Safety Checks

Fire guards inspect exits, stairways, and hallways for condition and availability.
Ensure self-closing doors are not blocked and exits are clearly labeled and illuminated.
Check the entire location daily for potential ignition sources.

Risk Management with Hazardous Materials

Recognize higher risks with flammable versus combustible materials; flammable liquids and gases pose extreme danger.
Be aware of aerosol regulations limiting quantities based on display and storage areas.
Evacuation challenges differ drastically based on occupant numbers.

Emergency Equipment

Portable Fire Extinguisher: Equipment designed for extinguishing fires.
Fire Alarm Pull Station: Device that initiates an alarm system when activated.
Types of Fire Extinguishers:
- Class A: For wood, paper, cloth fires.
- Class B: For flammable liquids like gasoline and oil.
- Class C: For electrical fire management.
- Class D: For combustible metals like magnesium.

Alarm Systems

Single Action Stations: Require one step to activate an alarm, often found indoors.
Double Action Stations: Require two steps, typically include breaking glass to activate.

Regulatory Compliance

S-12 COF Holder: Responsible for inspections and adherence to the NYC Fire Code.
Fire safety director (FSD) orientation is essential for fire guards upon arrival for duty and when no FSD is available, they should coordinate with the building owner.

Miscellaneous

Record-keeping for fire safety should be maintained on-site.
Hot work operations may be prohibited based on safety assessments.

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Test your knowledge with the FDNY F-01 flashcards focused on fire safety terms and definitions. This quiz includes essential terms like 'fire guard' and 'fire watch', crucial for anyone involved in fire safety and emergency response. Perfect for aspiring firefighters and safety professionals.