Rules for Open Flames, Candles, and Pyrotechnics Flashcards
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What is generally required to use candles or any other open flame device in a place of public assembly?
Answer: A special permit from the FDNY.
The use of open flames, including candles, in places of public assembly is strictly regulated. A specific permit issued by the FDNY is almost always required, and the Fire Guard must ensure this permit is on-site and its conditions are met.
When candles are used on dining tables under an FDNY permit, what is a key safety requirement?
Answer: The candles must be securely supported on a non-combustible base.
To prevent candles from tipping over and starting a fire, they must be placed in a sturdy, non-combustible holder or base. The flame must also be protected, for example, by a glass chimney or globe.
What is the primary role of the F-03 Fire Guard when pyrotechnics are being used during a performance?
Answer: To conduct a dedicated fire watch before, during, and after the performance.
The use of pyrotechnics presents a high fire risk. The Fire Guard's sole focus must be on fire safety, which includes inspecting the area beforehand, watching for stray sparks during the show, and checking for smoldering materials afterward.
A portable fire extinguisher must be located within how many feet of any open flame or pyrotechnic effect?
Answer: 20 feet
The FDNY requires that at least one portable fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2-A:10-B:C be readily accessible within 20 feet of the location where open flames or pyrotechnics are used. This allows for a rapid response to any accidental ignition.
Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring that all combustible materials are kept a safe distance from any open flame?
Answer: The Fire Guard on duty.
While others have a responsibility, the F-03 Fire Guard is ultimately responsible for enforcing all fire safety rules on site. This includes actively patrolling and ensuring that decorations, curtains, and other combustible materials are not close enough to be ignited by an open flame.
The use of pyrotechnics in a venue requires a permit from the FDNY and must be handled by:
Answer: A person holding an FDNY Certificate of Fitness for Pyrotechnics.
Handling and firing pyrotechnics is a specialized and hazardous job that requires specific training and certification. It can only be legally performed by an individual who holds the appropriate C of F for pyrotechnics, not the F-03 Fire Guard, whose job is to watch for fire.