F-02 - Fireguard Emergency Response Procedures Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

When a fireguard on fire watch discovers an active fire, what is the FIRST action they must take?

Accepted Answer

Activate the nearest fire alarm pull station or verbally alert occupants

Answer

The first priority is to activate the building's fire alarm (or verbally alert occupants) to initiate evacuation immediately. Calling 911 follows immediately after.

Question 2

During a fire watch, a fireguard discovers smoke coming from a utility closet. The fire is small and may be controllable. What should the fireguard do?

Accepted Answer

Immediately call 911, sound the alarm, and attempt to extinguish with a portable extinguisher only if trained and it is safe to do so

Answer

The fireguard must immediately call 911 and sound the alarm regardless of fire size. Use of a portable extinguisher is only appropriate if the fireguard is trained and it is safe, but notification always comes first.

Question 3

A fireguard on fire watch receives word that trapped occupants are on the 5th floor. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately relay the information to arriving FDNY units and guide them to the location

Answer

The fireguard's role is to relay critical information to FDNY units, not to conduct solo rescues. Providing location information helps FDNY respond effectively.

Question 4

During a fire watch, a fireguard notices a suspicious unattended bag in the lobby. There is no sign of fire. What should the fireguard do?

Accepted Answer

Do not touch the bag, evacuate the immediate area, and notify building security and FDNY

Answer

Suspicious unattended objects should not be touched. The immediate area should be cleared and FDNY and building security should be notified promptly.

Question 5

After FDNY arrives at an emergency scene where a fire watch is in place, what should the fireguard do?

Accepted Answer

Report to the incident commander, provide building information, and follow their directions

Answer

Upon FDNY arrival, the fireguard should report to the incident commander, provide relevant building information (layout, hazards, impaired systems), and follow all FDNY directions.

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F-02 - Fireguard Emergency Response Procedures Questions and Answers 2