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Fire Alarm Systems and Notification Procedures Flashcards

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  1. During a place of assembly event, the fire alarm system activates. Which action is INCORRECT for the Fire Guard?

    Answer: Attempt to fight the fire before notifying FDNY

    A Fire Guard should never attempt to fight a fire before notifying FDNY, as life safety and early notification always take priority over fire suppression efforts.

  2. What is the minimum required response when a Fire Guard hears a fire alarm and cannot immediately locate the source?

    Answer: Call 911 to report the alarm and continue investigating

    FDNY must be notified immediately via 911 whenever a fire alarm activates, regardless of whether the source has been confirmed, and the investigation should continue simultaneously.

  3. At which location in a place of assembly is a fire alarm control panel typically found?

    Answer: In a central, attended location such as a lobby or security station

    Fire alarm control panels are typically located in attended, central areas such as lobbies or security stations so that trained personnel can monitor and respond to alarm signals.

  4. What action should a Fire Guard take if they discover a fire alarm pull station has been tampered with or vandalized?

    Answer: Report the condition to the building owner and document it in the logbook

    Any damage or tampering with fire protection equipment must be reported to the building owner and logged, as it constitutes a fire code violation requiring professional repair.

  5. A fire alarm system uses audible and visual notification devices. What is the primary purpose of the visual (strobe) notification?

    Answer: To alert individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing

    Visual strobe notification devices are designed to alert individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing so that all occupants receive the fire alarm signal.

  6. Under NYC regulations, how soon after a fire alarm activation must the FDNY be notified?

    Answer: Immediately upon activation

    FDNY must be notified immediately upon any fire alarm activation — notification cannot be delayed while an investigation is conducted.

  7. What information should a Fire Guard provide to FDNY when calling 911 to report a fire alarm?

    Answer: The building address, type of occupancy, and nature of the alarm

    When calling 911, the Fire Guard should provide the building address, type of occupancy, and description of the alarm condition so FDNY can respond appropriately.