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What is impairment?
What is impairment?
Any condition in which a fire protection system (FPS) cannot perform its designed function.
What are fire protection systems (FPS)?
What are fire protection systems (FPS)?
Sprinkler, standpipe/hose, fire pump, fire mains, special extinguishing systems.
Who is the impairment coordinator?
Who is the impairment coordinator?
The person designated by the owner responsible for ensuring proper notification and safety precautions when an FPS is out of service.
What does 'out of service' mean?
What does 'out of service' mean?
What is a fire watch?
What is a fire watch?
In the absence of an impairment coordinator, the ___________ shall act as the impairment coordinator.
In the absence of an impairment coordinator, the ___________ shall act as the impairment coordinator.
For the initial __________ hours of an out of service condition, the impairment coordinator may act as fire watch.
For the initial __________ hours of an out of service condition, the impairment coordinator may act as fire watch.
The impairment coordinator may act as fire watch as long as the affected area does not exceed __________.
The impairment coordinator may act as fire watch as long as the affected area does not exceed __________.
What are the valid fire guard certificates of fitness (COFs)?
What are the valid fire guard certificates of fitness (COFs)?
The COF holder must keep his certificate __________ for inspection by a representative of the FDNY.
The COF holder must keep his certificate __________ for inspection by a representative of the FDNY.
The fire guard for impairment must be familiar with the types of __________ plans for the buildings where they provide fire watch.
The fire guard for impairment must be familiar with the types of __________ plans for the buildings where they provide fire watch.
What must fire guards have a general knowledge of?
What must fire guards have a general knowledge of?
What cannot individuals and premises depend on?
What cannot individuals and premises depend on?
F-01 is valid at any location on a __________ basis.
F-01 is valid at any location on a __________ basis.
When fire guards arrive for duty, they should be provided with an orientation from the __________, building owner, or impairment coordinator.
When fire guards arrive for duty, they should be provided with an orientation from the __________, building owner, or impairment coordinator.
Normally, there is at least one FSD in a group _______ or group _________ building.
Normally, there is at least one FSD in a group _______ or group _________ building.
The fire guard must work closely with the __________.
The fire guard must work closely with the __________.
Hazardous materials shall be stored, handled, or used away from any __________.
Hazardous materials shall be stored, handled, or used away from any __________.
Maximum quantity of aerosol products in a display may be __________.
Maximum quantity of aerosol products in a display may be __________.
Maximum quantity of aerosol products per floor in a warehouse is __________.
Maximum quantity of aerosol products per floor in a warehouse is __________.
The higher the risk of __________, the more attention to building familiarity the fire guard must have.
The higher the risk of __________, the more attention to building familiarity the fire guard must have.
Fire guards should make inspections at least once every __________.
Fire guards should make inspections at least once every __________.
Fire guards shall inspect for __________.
Fire guards shall inspect for __________.
The guard shall ensure that __________ stations are available.
The guard shall ensure that __________ stations are available.
An exit aisle is generally required to be at least __________ feet wide.
An exit aisle is generally required to be at least __________ feet wide.
If __________ are seen installed on exit doors they must be removed immediately.
If __________ are seen installed on exit doors they must be removed immediately.
The fire guard must ensure that __________ doors are not blocked and closed at all times.
The fire guard must ensure that __________ doors are not blocked and closed at all times.
An example of an ignition source is exposed __________.
An example of an ignition source is exposed __________.
Accumulated __________ is a fire hazard.
Accumulated __________ is a fire hazard.
Premises inspection records must be maintained for at least __________ hours after the fire watch has finished.
Premises inspection records must be maintained for at least __________ hours after the fire watch has finished.
For items that are unsatisfactory, mark an __________.
For items that are unsatisfactory, mark an __________.
For items that are satisfactory, mark __________.
For items that are satisfactory, mark __________.
Notifying by __________ is the most direct and effective way to notify the fire department.
Notifying by __________ is the most direct and effective way to notify the fire department.
When a fire is found, the fire guard must sound the __________.
When a fire is found, the fire guard must sound the __________.
The fire guard must be provided with staff on the premises responsible for executing the __________.
The fire guard must be provided with staff on the premises responsible for executing the __________.
Fire guard instructions and actions play an important role in controlling __________ in an emergency.
Fire guard instructions and actions play an important role in controlling __________ in an emergency.
_____________ stations may not directly transmit a signal to the FDNY.
_____________ stations may not directly transmit a signal to the FDNY.
There must be at least one manual fire pull station on each floor of a building, except for __________.
There must be at least one manual fire pull station on each floor of a building, except for __________.
Once activated, the fire alarm system can only be reset at the __________.
Once activated, the fire alarm system can only be reset at the __________.
Fire alarm pull handles should be about __________ feet from the floor and must be within __________ feet from the exit doorway opening.
Fire alarm pull handles should be about __________ feet from the floor and must be within __________ feet from the exit doorway opening.
Apartment buildings built after __________ need to have fire sprinkler systems in the building.
Apartment buildings built after __________ need to have fire sprinkler systems in the building.
The term __________ means that the sprinkler heads opened.
The term __________ means that the sprinkler heads opened.
In residential buildings, __________ may not be available.
In residential buildings, __________ may not be available.
Fire extinguishers are not allowed to be on the __________.
Fire extinguishers are not allowed to be on the __________.
The top of the fire extinguisher must not be more than __________ feet above the floor.
The top of the fire extinguisher must not be more than __________ feet above the floor.
Fire guards are responsible for extinguishing fires when they are __________ in size.
Fire guards are responsible for extinguishing fires when they are __________ in size.
All fire extinguishers must be checked __________ by an approved W-96 COF holder.
All fire extinguishers must be checked __________ by an approved W-96 COF holder.
Fire protection systems and related apparatus shall not be tampered with or rendered __________.
Fire protection systems and related apparatus shall not be tampered with or rendered __________.
Study Notes
Key Terminology in Fire Safety
- Impairment: Condition where a fire protection system (FPS) fails to function as designed.
- Fire Protection Systems (FPS): Includes sprinklers, standpipe/hose, fire pump, fire mains, and special extinguishing systems.
- Impairment Coordinator: Designated individual responsible for ensuring communication and safety during FPS outages.
- Out Of Service: Refers to a system that is not operational.
- Fire Watch: A temporary safety measure for continuous monitoring of a building by trained personnel to detect and manage fire hazards.
Group Classifications
- Group A (Assembly): Spaces designed for gatherings, including theaters, stadiums, and cafeterias.
- Group B (Business): Includes offices and public service buildings like banks and colleges.
- Group E (Education): Facilities for children up to 12th grade, such as schools and daycare centers.
- Group F (Factory): Areas dedicated to manufacturing processes, assembly, and packaging.
Fire Guard Responsibilities
- Fire Guard: A certified individual who maintains a fire watch and executes fire safety duties.
- Acting as Impairment Coordinator: In the absence of a designated coordinator, the building owner assumes this role.
- Fire Watch Duration: The initial four hours of an out-of-service condition can be overseen by the impairment coordinator.
Fire Safety Regulations
- Awareness of Evacuation Plans: Fire guards must know the fire safety and evacuation protocols for the buildings they monitor.
- General Knowledge Requirements: Guards should understand portable extinguishers and alarm pull stations.
- Inspection Frequency: Fire guards must conduct inspections hourly for smoke and fire hazards.
Emergency Protocols
- Alerting Authorities: Direct phone communication is the most effective way to notify the fire department in emergencies.
- Fire Alarm Activation: Pull stations must be redirected to alert the fire department — manual stations might not transmit automatically.
- Fire Safety Plans: Accessible staff must execute the fire safety and evacuation plan when a guard is on duty.
Building Specifications
- Self-Closing Doors: Must remain unblocked and closed at all times.
- Exit Aisle Requirements: Minimum width of three feet is necessary for exit aisles.
- Fire Extinguisher Placement: Should not exceed five feet above the floor and not be placed directly on the floor.
Hazard Management
- Trash Accumulation: Considered a fire hazard that must be managed.
- Hazardous Materials Storage: Must be kept away from ignition sources to prevent fire risks.
- Inspection Records: Must be maintained for at least 48 hours after a fire watch concludes.
Fire Extinguishing Guidelines
- Small Fires: Under the guard's responsibility to extinguish if manageable.
- Fire Extinguishers: Should be assessed annually by an approved W-96 certificate holder.
Additional Fire Safety Facts
- Citywide Validity: F-01 certification allows operation across city locations.
- Emergency Roles: Fire guards have significant roles in preventing panic during fire emergencies.
- Smoke and Fire Inspections: Guards shall consistently look for potential hazards, inspecting each area of the building.
- Prohibition on Tampering: Fire protection systems must not be tampered with or rendered inoperable.
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