F-02 Fireguard Study Questions with Flashcards & Quiz

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Fireguards are not required at ___

libraries

All fire alarm boxes must be painted ___

red

The minimum number of fire alarm boxes required on each floor of a building is ___

In large buildings, alarm boxes may not be more than ___ feet from each other

200 Signup and view all the answers

Alarm boxes must be mounted ___ feet above the floor

3.5-5 Signup and view all the answers

In an emergency, a fireguard's most effective quality is their ___

composure Signup and view all the answers

In a fire emergency, the fire department may be notified by

Telephone, Radio, and exterior alarm box Signup and view all the answers

An exit aisle at least ___ feet wide is required at all locations

3 Signup and view all the answers

Areas that must not be obstructed include ___

hallways, stairways, exits Signup and view all the answers

Buildings must be checked ___ for potential fire hazards

daily Signup and view all the answers

Fire alarm boxes must be checked ___

daily Signup and view all the answers

Sprinkler heads are activated ___

by heat Signup and view all the answers

Sprinkler heads that have been activated must be ___

replaced Signup and view all the answers

The charge of a fire extinguisher can be checked by ___

reading the gauge (in the green is good) Signup and view all the answers

Most sprinkler and standpipe systems must be inspected ___

yearly Signup and view all the answers

The Fire Safety plan must be approved by the ___

Department Signup and view all the answers

Fire guards on office building duty must patrol the entire building at least ___

once every hour Signup and view all the answers

Areas where accumulated garbage present a particular fire hazard are in

private offices Signup and view all the answers

During their rounds, the fireguard must ___ inspect all fire protection devices

visually Signup and view all the answers

Fireguards are responsible for knowing ___

fire protection techniques, fire safety regulations, basic firefighting regulations Signup and view all the answers

Interior fire alarm boxes are located ___

near exits from floors Signup and view all the answers

The two types of fire alarm boxes are ___

single action, double action Signup and view all the answers

Once activated, the fire alarm system can only be shut off at the ___ by using a special key

main control panel Signup and view all the answers

In a fire emergency, building occupants must be ___

instructed to remain calm, instructed to not use elevators, evacuated in an orderly fashion Signup and view all the answers

In a fire emergency, occupants ___ are NOT immediately seriously threatened by the spread of fire

on the floor below the fire Signup and view all the answers

Safety signs likely to be found around a building DON'T describe ___

the type of building construction and fire prevention protection Signup and view all the answers

Exit signs posted above doorways must be ___

illuminated Signup and view all the answers

The fireguard must wait at the exterior alarm box used in an emergency in order to ___

organize occupants leaving Signup and view all the answers

Locks, bolts and chains may be installed on exits when ___

a building is unoccupied Signup and view all the answers

Any leaks or breaks in the piping, tanks, valves, etc. of a sprinkler system must be ___

reported to the local fire department company immediately Signup and view all the answers

The symbol on a fire extinguisher (A, AB, ABC, or K) indicates the ___

type of fire the extinguisher may be used on Signup and view all the answers

A set of ___ extra sprinkler heads must always be kept on the premises if there is a sprinkler system

6 Signup and view all the answers

In a standpipe system, water is sprayed onto a fire through ___

a hose or nozzle Signup and view all the answers

Portable fire extinguishers must be inspected ___

monthly Signup and view all the answers

A tag on a fire extinguisher marks ___

the dates and inspector(s) of the extinguisher month by month Signup and view all the answers

Fire extinguishers are generally inspected by ___

a representative of the company holding the maintenance contract for the fire extinguisher Signup and view all the answers

An OS&Y valve controls ___

the main supply of water in a sprinkler or standpipe system Signup and view all the answers

The OS&Y (Outside Stem and Yoke) valve should be sealed in ___ position:

open Signup and view all the answers

An OS&Y is generally sealed with a ___

padlock and chain Signup and view all the answers

An OS&Y valve with (a) ___ must be inspected monthly

electronic supervision, padlock and chain Signup and view all the answers

An OS&Y valve with a ___ must be inspected weekly

valve lock-seal Signup and view all the answers

If one can completely turn the wheel of an OS&Y valve past the fully opened or closed position, the valve is deemed ___

defective Signup and view all the answers

When a part of the sprinkler system or standpipe system is shut down for repairs, the fireguard must ___

notify the fire department (this allows them to adjust the firefighting strategies) Signup and view all the answers

General safeguards against fire hazards DON'T include ___

preventing smoking in public buildings Signup and view all the answers

If the alarm or sprinkler system of a building is out of service, a fireguard must be on duty ___

24 hours a day Signup and view all the answers

Fire wardens and deputy fire wardens are generally ___

trained volunteers provided by building tenants Signup and view all the answers

Class A fires involve which type of combustibles?

Ordinary combustibles (wood, paper, etc) Signup and view all the answers

What extinguishing agents can be used for Class B fires?

Foam and Carbon Dioxide Signup and view all the answers

Class C fires involve which of the following?

Electrical fires Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fire requires a special extinguishing agent that does not react with the burning metal?

Class D fires Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym P.A.S.S stand for in regards to using a fire extinguisher?

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fireguard Regulations and Responsibilities

Fireguards are not required at libraries.
Fireguards should maintain composure for effective emergency management.
Daily checks of buildings for fire hazards are mandated.
A fireguard must patrol the entire office building at least once every hour.

Fire Alarm Systems

All fire alarm boxes must be painted red.
Minimum of one fire alarm box required on each floor.
In large buildings, fire alarm boxes must not be more than 200 feet apart.
Fire alarm boxes must be mounted between 3.5 to 5 feet above the floor.
Active fire alarm systems can only be shut off at the main control panel using a special key.

Emergency Procedures

Notification of the fire department can occur via telephone, radio, or external alarm box.
Building occupants must be instructed to remain calm, not use elevators, and evacuate orderly during emergencies.
Those located on floors below a fire are not immediately threatened by fire spread.

Fire Safety Signage

Exit signs must be illuminated and posted above doorways.
Safety signs do not describe building construction or fire protection features.

Fire Protection Systems

Sprinkler heads are activated by heat and must be replaced once activated.
Monthly inspections are required for portable fire extinguishers.
Any leaks in sprinkler systems must be reported immediately to the local fire department.

Fire Extinguishers and Classifications

The fire extinguisher charge can be checked by reading the gauge.
Extinguishers are categorized (Class A, B, C, D, K) based on their suitable use:
- Class A: Ordinary combustibles (green triangle).
- Class B: Flammable liquids/gas (red square).
- Class C: Electrical fires (blue circle).
- Class D: Combustible metals (yellow five-point star).
- Class K: Kitchen fires (symbol not applicable).

Maintenance and Inspections

Fire extinguishers must be inspected monthly, with tags indicating inspection dates.
Sprinkler and standpipe systems require yearly inspections.
An OS&Y valve’s main water supply should be sealed open and inspected monthly; if equipped with a valve lock-seal, inspection frequency increases to weekly.

Additional Responsibilities

Fireguards must visually inspect all fire protection devices during their rounds.
Six extra sprinkler heads should be kept on the premises if a sprinkler system is installed.
If fire protection systems are out of service, a fireguard needs to be present 24/7.

Emergency Preparedness and Training

Fire wardens and deputy fire wardens are trained volunteers from building tenants.
Adherence to fire safety regulations and understanding basic firefighting techniques is essential for fireguards.

Fire Safety Technique

The acronym P.A.S.S helps remember how to use a fire extinguisher:
- Pull the pin
- Aim at the base of the fire
- Squeeze the extinguisher trigger
- Sweep side to side

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