F-01 Fireguard FDNY Regulations and Logs Flashcards

What is the maximum time a fireguard certificate of fitness is valid before it must be renewed?

Answer: 3 years

An F-01 certificate of fitness is valid for 3 years from the date of issuance.

Which of the following is NOT a required entry in a fireguard log book?

Answer: Names of all building occupants

Fireguard logs do not require a list of all building occupants; they focus on fire safety observations and actions.

A fire watch is ordered because the sprinkler system is out of service. Who has the authority to end the fire watch?

Answer: The FDNY or the system is restored to service

A required fire watch may only end when the FDNY approves or the impaired system is fully restored to service.

During a fire watch log inspection, an FDNY officer finds entries are missing for two consecutive hours. What violation does this represent?

Answer: Failure to conduct required hourly tours

Missing log entries indicate the required hourly tours were not performed, which is a serious violation of fire watch duties.

What type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a Class K fire (cooking oils and fats)?

Answer: Wet chemical extinguisher

Class K fires involve cooking oils and fats and require a wet chemical extinguisher specifically designed for this hazard.

A fireguard notices the exit sign over a stairwell door is not illuminated. What is the correct procedure?

Answer: Log the deficiency and notify the building representative immediately

The fireguard must log the deficiency and promptly notify the building representative so it can be repaired.

Under New York City fire code, which condition requires a fireguard to immediately call FDNY (911)?

Answer: Any visible smoke or active fire

Any visible smoke or active fire requires an immediate call to FDNY (911) before any other action except activating the alarm.