14 Questions
When shall the test be conducted?
On February 1st and August 1st
Why should fire station doors equipped with a self-closing device be closed immediately?
To comply with Fire Code regulations
What is an Emergency Services (Level 1) event?
A major safety hazard that interrupts building operations
Who should the Duty Officer notify for repairs or maintenance during regular business hours?
The City of Toronto Facilities and Real Estate Division (FRED)
How long does the response time take for an Emergency Work Order Request?
Within 2 hours after notification
What should be done if a repair is required after hours and is not a security/safety hazard?
Notify FRED during regular business hours
Who is responsible for ensuring crew members follow the guideline for fire station doors?
Company Officers
Under what condition may apparatus bay doors be opened while TFS personnel are inside the fire station?
When TFS personnel are present in the apparatus bay or on the ramp area
What is the preferred method for visitors to access the fire station?
A public entrance near the floor watch area
Who is responsible for operating the apparatus bay door remote control located in the apparatus?
The apparatus driver
What is the role of the firefighter assigned to floor watch?
Controlling apparatus bay doors
How often should the manual release mechanisms for apparatus bay doors be tested?
Biannually
In the event of residual exhaust fumes, when may the front and rear doors be opened?
For a reasonable length of time to clear fumes
What should be done if it's necessary to leave an apparatus bay door open for ventilation purposes?
Leave it open not more than 1 metre
Study Notes
Guideline for Fire Station Door Usage
- All Toronto Fire Services (TFS) personnel are responsible for ensuring that fire station doors are used properly.
- Company Officers are responsible for ensuring crew members follow this guideline.
- The Duty Officer is responsible for reporting required maintenance of fire station doors.
Apparatus Bay Doors
- Apparatus bay doors should be closed while apparatus are in the fire station.
- Apparatus bay doors may be opened while TFS personnel are present in the apparatus bay or in front of the fire station on the ramp area.
- If a situation arises where it is necessary to have an apparatus bay door open for any length of time, it shall be raised not more than 1 metre.
- The apparatus door remote control located in the apparatus should be operated by the apparatus driver only.
- Control of the apparatus bay doors should be the responsibility of the firefighter assigned to carrying out the duties of floor watch.
Testing Apparatus Bay Doors
- Apparatus bay door manual release mechanisms shall be tested twice per year on February 1st and August 1st, and as directed by the Duty Officer.
Other Doors
- All fire station doors equipped with a self-closing device and leading to the interior of the building from the apparatus floor shall be closed immediately after passing through, in accordance with Fire Code regulations.
Repairs and Maintenance
- If a door that causes a security/safety concern or an apparatus bay door requires repair or maintenance during regular business hours, the Duty Officer should notify the City of Toronto Facilities and Real Estate Division (FRED).
- For emergency repairs, the Duty Officer should call 338-FRED (3733) and select from the menu to speak to a representative.
- If the repair is after hours and deemed not to disrupt services and is not a security/safety hazard, then the FRED notification can take place during regular business hours.
Guidelines for Toronto Fire Services personnel on the proper use of vehicle and pedestrian doors in a fire station, including maintenance and reporting responsibilities.
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