Fire Guard Exam Preparation

Assembly occupancy with fixed seating for performances and movies.

Assembly occupancy for food and drinks.

Assembly occupancy for worship, recreation, and amusement (not in A-1, A-2).

Assembly occupancy for outdoor activities with spectator seating.

Business occupancy for offices, professional, and service transactions.

Building site undergoing construction, alteration, or demolition.

Likelihood of hazardous materials being present.

Gathering spaces are generally safe.

A certificate required for specific businesses in NYC, obtained by passing a computer exam.

$25 fee for the F-01 certificate, payable online via credit/debit card or in person via check/money order.

The application process for the F-01 certificate conducted online.

The F-01 exam has a 30-minute time limit.

A score of 70% or higher is required to pass the F-01 exam.

FDNY Headquarters, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY (Flatbush Ave entrance).

Credit/debit cards (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa) are accepted for online payment.

Government employees using the COF for work-related responsibilities may be eligible for fee waivers.

The original charger that comes with a device, designed to work safely with the device's battery.

Short for Battery Management System, it's the brain of the battery pack that monitors and controls charging and discharging.

A fire caused by a lithium-ion battery that can reignite unexpectedly, even after being put out.

When a lithium-ion battery fire re-ignites after being put out, sometimes even hours later.

A state where a lithium-ion battery generates heat uncontrollably, leading to potential fires and explosions.

Fire extinguishers must be easily reachable and not blocked by obstacles.

If a fire extinguisher has been used, a fully charged one must be available immediately.

Portable fire extinguishers are designed for small fires and are only effective in early stages.

Fire guards are trained to extinguish small fires before they grow.

Large, spreading fires require building fire suppression systems or trained firefighters.

Dial 911 immediately in case of a fire.

Always use the fire extinguisher following the instructions printed on it.

P.A.S.S. stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep, the steps for using a fire extinguisher.

An automatic fire protection system required by FDNY in apartment buildings built after March 1999. It uses a water supply and distribution piping connected to sprinkler heads that release water when a fire reaches a certain temperature.

The automatic device in a sprinkler system that releases water when it detects a fire. It contains a heat-sensitive element that melts when the temperature reaches a preset level, opening the head and releasing a spray of water.

A fire protection system that provides access to water for firefighters during a fire. It acts like a building's fire hydrant, allowing hoses to be connected to water supplies for manual firefighting.

The heat-sensitive element inside a sprinkler head that melts to open the sprinkler head when the temperature exceeds a set point.

A person or entity responsible for inspecting and certifying the compliance of citywide sprinkler systems with NYC Fire Code.

A fire cannot be extinguished by the sprinkler system. This increases the risk of property loss and potential harm.

They control the heat release rate of a fire, cool nearby items to prevent spreading, and ultimately help extinguish the fire by reducing the fuel source.

The area is sprayed by multiple sprinkler heads, potentially overlapping the spray patterns.

A crucial component of a sprinkler system, responsible for maintaining water pressure and flow in a building. It ensures quick and efficient water delivery to fire-fighting equipment.

A designated individual responsible for monitoring a building or area for fire hazards, especially during periods of increased risk like when the sprinkler system is out of service.

Whether or not activities involving heat, like welding or cutting, are permitted in a building, depending on the status of fire safety systems.

A sprinkler system that is not operational, usually due to maintenance or repairs, posing a heightened fire risk.

Removing passive fire protection elements in older buildings, such as fire walls or fire separations, in lieu of a sprinkler system makes the sprinkler system considered 'out of service'.

Prior to removing a fire protection system like a sprinkler system, you must obtain a permit from the Fire Department, as required by the Building Code.

A designated person responsible for overseeing the functionality and maintenance of the sprinkler system, especially when parts of the system are out of service.

Situations where fire watch requirements or hot work restrictions may be adjusted depending on specific conditions or risks.