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F-01 Fireguard Fire Guard Responsibilities Flashcards

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  1. When operating a portable fire extinguisher, what does the acronym PASS stand for?

    Answer: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

    PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.

  2. Under what circumstances may a fire guard allow the main entrance of an assembly to be locked during an event?

    Answer: Never — required exits must remain unlocked while occupants are present

    Exit doors must remain unlocked and usable at all times while occupants are in the building; no exception allows locking them during occupancy.

  3. A certificate of fitness holder is working as a fire guard at a club when the sprinkler system is taken out of service for repairs. What must occur?

    Answer: The fire guard must increase tour frequency and management must notify FDNY

    When a sprinkler system is impaired, the fire guard must increase patrol frequency and the impairment must be reported to FDNY.

  4. Which of the following is considered a fire hazard that a fire guard should report?

    Answer: Extension cords used as permanent wiring

    Extension cords used as permanent wiring are a serious fire hazard due to overheating and must be reported immediately.

  5. How should a fire guard respond if a patron refuses to leave during a fire evacuation?

    Answer: Firmly instruct them to leave and alert FDNY personnel upon their arrival

    The fire guard should firmly direct the person to evacuate and inform arriving FDNY personnel of anyone remaining inside.

  6. What is the purpose of a fire safety plan in an assembly occupancy?

    Answer: To outline evacuation procedures, staff responsibilities, and fire prevention measures

    A fire safety plan documents evacuation routes, staff roles during an emergency, and fire prevention policies for the occupancy.

  7. A fire guard observes smoke coming from a utility closet but sees no visible flame. What should they do?

    Answer: Treat it as a fire — activate the alarm and call 911

    Smoke is evidence of fire even without visible flames; the fire guard must activate the alarm and call 911 immediately.