F-01 Fireguard Emergency Response and Evacuation Flashcards

During a building evacuation, which floor should be evacuated FIRST?

Answer: The fire floor and the floor immediately above it

The fire floor and the floor directly above are at greatest immediate risk and must be evacuated first.

What is the primary function of a stairwell pressurization system during a fire?

Answer: To prevent smoke from entering the stairwell

Stairwell pressurization keeps smoke out by maintaining higher air pressure inside the stairwell than in surrounding areas.

When a fire alarm sounds and elevators are present, what should a Fireguard instruct occupants to do?

Answer: Avoid elevators entirely and use stairwells

During a fire, occupants must never use elevators because they can malfunction, open on the fire floor, or lose power.

What does a Fireguard do if a stairwell door is found to be locked during an evacuation?

Answer: Immediately report it to the warden and seek an alternate route

A locked stairwell door must be reported immediately so occupants can be redirected to an alternate safe egress route.

What is the correct action if you discover heavy smoke filling a stairwell during evacuation?

Answer: Return to the floor and seek shelter in place

A smoke-filled stairwell is impassable; occupants should return to the floor, close doors, and shelter in place until help arrives.

During an evacuation, which individuals require priority assistance from a Fireguard?

Answer: Persons with disabilities or mobility limitations

Persons with disabilities or mobility limitations require priority evacuation assistance because they cannot self-evacuate as quickly.

What is an 'Area of Rescue Assistance' (ARA)?

Answer: A designated location where mobility-impaired persons wait for evacuation assistance

An Area of Rescue Assistance is a protected location, typically in a stairwell landing, where persons who need help can wait safely for rescue.