NYC Fire Department S-12 and S-15 Exam Prep
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What is the S-12 exam for?

  • Fire Code Compliance
  • Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems only
  • Supervision of Sprinkler Systems (Citywide) (correct)
  • Supervision of Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems

How many questions are on the S-15 exam?

  • 25 Questions
  • 75 Questions
  • 50 Questions
  • 100 Questions (correct)

Which chapters are covered in the S-15 exam?

  • Chapters 1 to 16
  • Chapters 1 to 20
  • Chapters 17 to 19
  • Chapters 1 to 19 (correct)

All applicants must apply and pay for an exam online before arriving at the FDNY.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to renew an existing S-12 C of F?

<p>Take the T-15 exam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the exam types with their corresponding features:

<p>S-12 = 75 Question Exam; Chapters 1 to 16 S-15 = 100 Question Exam; Chapters 1 to 19 T-15 = 25 Question Exam; Majority from Chapters 17 to 19 Existing S-12 = Renewable and Upgradable to S-15</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can instructions for online application and payment be found?

<p><a href="http://www1.nyc.gov/assets/fdny/downloads/pdf/business/fdny-business-cof-individuals-short.pdf">http://www1.nyc.gov/assets/fdny/downloads/pdf/business/fdny-business-cof-individuals-short.pdf</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the exam type for S-12?

<p>75 Question Exam (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the exam type for S-15?

<p>100 Question Exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

S-12 certification can be upgraded to S-15 by taking the T-15 exam.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All applicants are required to apply and pay for an exam online before arriving at the _____ department.

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

What is the URL for creating an account for the FDNY exam?

<p><a href="http://fires.fdnycloud.org/CitizenAccess">http://fires.fdnycloud.org/CitizenAccess</a> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

S-12 Certificate

A certificate for supervising sprinkler systems in facilities without foam-water systems.

S-15 Certificate

A certificate for supervising foam-water sprinkler systems in facilities.

T-15 Exam

An exam focused on foam-water sprinkler systems required for S-15 certificate renewal and upgrade.

What are the key content areas in the study materials?

The study materials include topics like sprinkler system maintenance, fire safety responsibilities of building owners, procedures for managing out-of-service systems, authorized individuals for tasks, fire safety terminology, and sprinkler system types.

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Automatic Wet Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system that uses water directly in the pipes, activated by heat.

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Automatic Dry Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system filled with air or nitrogen, activated by heat and designed for colder environments.

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Preaction Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system with water in a holding tank, activated by heat and a secondary detection system.

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Deluge Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system that immediately discharges water to cover a large area upon activation.

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Non-automatic Dry Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system filled with air or nitrogen, manually activated by a control valve.

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Where can I access the study materials?

The study materials are available for free from the FDNY website. You will need to create an account to access them.

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Study Notes

Examination Overview

  • The S-12 certificate is for supervision of sprinkler systems in facilities without foam-water systems.
  • The S-15 certificate is designated for supervision of foam-water sprinkler systems in relevant facilities.
  • S-12 Exam: Contains 75 questions covering Chapters 1-16 of the study material.
  • S-15 Exam: Comprises 100 questions from Chapters 1-19, including both citywide and foam-water sprinkler system inquiries.
  • T-15 Exam: Limited to foam-water systems only, featuring 25 questions mainly focused on Chapters 17-19.

Renewal and Upgrade Information

  • Existing S-12 certificates can be renewed and upgraded to S-15 by passing the T-15 exam.
  • Original issue date for existing certificates was November 29, 2010.

Application and Payment Process

  • All candidates must complete online applications and payments before attending the FDNY.
  • The online process takes approximately 30 minutes.
  • Instructions for online application can be found on the FDNY website.

Key Content Areas in Study Material

  • Introduction to sprinkler and standpipe system maintenance and inspections.
  • Responsibilities of building owners concerning fire safety systems.
  • Procedures for record keeping and management of out-of-service systems.
  • List of individuals authorized to perform specific tasks per the NYC Fire Code.
  • Definitions of critical terminology related to fire safety systems.
  • Types of sprinkler systems, including:
    • Automatic wet sprinkler systems.
    • Automatic dry sprinkler systems.
    • Preaction sprinkler systems.
    • Deluge sprinkler systems.
    • Non-automatic dry sprinkler systems.

Accessing Study Material

  • Study materials are available for free from the FDNY.
  • An account can be created to log in and manage examination-related activities through the FDNY portal.

Examination Overview

  • The S-12 certificate is for supervision of sprinkler systems in facilities without foam-water systems.
  • The S-15 certificate is designated for supervision of foam-water sprinkler systems in relevant facilities.
  • S-12 Exam: Contains 75 questions covering Chapters 1-16 of the study material.
  • S-15 Exam: Comprises 100 questions from Chapters 1-19, including both citywide and foam-water sprinkler system inquiries.
  • T-15 Exam: Limited to foam-water systems only, featuring 25 questions mainly focused on Chapters 17-19.

Renewal and Upgrade Information

  • Existing S-12 certificates can be renewed and upgraded to S-15 by passing the T-15 exam.
  • Original issue date for existing certificates was November 29, 2010.

Application and Payment Process

  • All candidates must complete online applications and payments before attending the FDNY.
  • The online process takes approximately 30 minutes.
  • Instructions for online application can be found on the FDNY website.

Key Content Areas in Study Material

  • Introduction to sprinkler and standpipe system maintenance and inspections.
  • Responsibilities of building owners concerning fire safety systems.
  • Procedures for record keeping and management of out-of-service systems.
  • List of individuals authorized to perform specific tasks per the NYC Fire Code.
  • Definitions of critical terminology related to fire safety systems.
  • Types of sprinkler systems, including:
    • Automatic wet sprinkler systems.
    • Automatic dry sprinkler systems.
    • Preaction sprinkler systems.
    • Deluge sprinkler systems.
    • Non-automatic dry sprinkler systems.

Accessing Study Material

  • Study materials are available for free from the FDNY.
  • An account can be created to log in and manage examination-related activities through the FDNY portal.

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Prepare for the NYC Fire Department's certification exams for supervision of sprinkler systems with this comprehensive study material. Focused on both S-12 and S-15 certifications, this guide covers essential topics and regulations necessary for effective supervision. Boost your knowledge and confidence as you aim to succeed in this vital public safety role.

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