F-02 Fireguard Fireguard Roles and Responsibilities 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When a fireguard discovers a fire, what is the correct order of actions?
- Call 911, then activate the building alarm, then notify the fire safety director (Correct answer)
- Activate the building alarm, call 911, then notify the fire safety director
- Notify the fire safety director first, then call 911, then activate the alarm
- Attempt to extinguish the fire first, then call 911 if unsuccessful
Correct answer: Call 911, then activate the building alarm, then notify the fire safety director
The fireguard must call 911 immediately upon discovering a fire, then activate the alarm, and notify the fire safety director.
Question 2: A fireguard is responsible for maintaining which of the following documents during each tour of duty?
- A fire incident report form
- A logbook recording inspection findings and times (Correct answer)
- A certificate of fitness renewal application
- A floor plan updated with current occupancy
Correct answer: A logbook recording inspection findings and times
Fireguards must maintain a logbook documenting the time, findings, and any hazards observed during each patrol.
Question 3: Which area of a building is a fireguard MOST likely responsible for inspecting during a tour?
- Only the lobby and main entrance
- All exits, stairwells, and common areas (Correct answer)
- Only areas above the fifth floor
- Mechanical rooms exclusively
Correct answer: All exits, stairwells, and common areas
Fireguards are responsible for inspecting all means of egress including exits, stairwells, and common areas throughout the building.
Question 4: What action should a fireguard take if a fire exit is found blocked during a tour?
- Leave it and note it in the logbook for later action
- Immediately clear the obstruction and notify the fire safety director (Correct answer)
- Post a sign warning occupants and continue the tour
- Lock the exit to prevent unauthorized access
Correct answer: Immediately clear the obstruction and notify the fire safety director
A blocked exit is an immediate life-safety hazard; the fireguard must clear it at once and report to the fire safety director.
Question 5: During a patrol, a fireguard notices a propped-open fire door. The fireguard should:
- Leave it open since ventilation may be needed
- Close the door and record the finding in the logbook (Correct answer)
- Weld the door shut to prevent future propping
- Notify only the building super, not the fire safety director
Correct answer: Close the door and record the finding in the logbook
Fire doors must remain closed to prevent smoke and fire spread; the fireguard must close the door and document the violation.
Question 6: Who issues the Certificate of Fitness that a fireguard must possess?
- The building owner
- The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) (Correct answer)
- The State Fire Marshal
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Correct answer: The New York City Fire Department (FDNY)
The FDNY issues the Certificate of Fitness required for fireguards operating in New York City.
Question 7: A fireguard's primary responsibility when occupants are evacuating a building is to:
- Lock stairwell doors behind evacuees to contain fire
- Direct occupants to the nearest safe exit and ensure orderly evacuation (Correct answer)
- Escort VIP occupants first regardless of location
- Wait at the command post until all occupants have self-evacuated
Correct answer: Direct occupants to the nearest safe exit and ensure orderly evacuation
Fireguards assist with orderly evacuation by directing occupants to the nearest safe exit and ensuring no one is left behind in their assigned area.
F-02 Fireguard Fireguard Roles and Responsibilities 2
When a fireguard discovers a fire, what is the correct order of actions?