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Question 1

What is a Place of Assembly (PA) permit?

Accepted Answer

A permit required for venues where people gather for entertainment, dining, or other purposes above a certain occupancy

Answer

A Place of Assembly permit is required by the FDNY for venues where people gather (75+ occupants) for purposes like entertainment, dining, worship, or other events.

Question 2

At what occupant capacity does a NYC venue typically require a Place of Assembly permit?

Accepted Answer

75 occupants

Answer

In NYC, venues with an occupancy of 75 or more persons used for assembly purposes generally require a Place of Assembly permit from the FDNY.

Question 3

What signage must be displayed near the main entrance of a place of assembly?

Accepted Answer

The occupant load capacity and Place of Assembly permit

Answer

The maximum occupant load and PA permit must be displayed near the main entrance in a visible location, allowing both the public and inspectors to verify compliance.

Question 4

Fire exit signs must be illuminated by what means?

Accepted Answer

Internal illumination, external illumination, or self-luminous materials

Answer

Exit signs may be internally lit (backlit), externally illuminated by nearby light fixtures, or made with self-luminous (photoluminescent or tritium) materials that glow without power.

Question 5

What must a 'No Smoking' sign comply with in a place of assembly?

Accepted Answer

NYC Administrative Code requirements for size, placement, and language

Answer

No Smoking signs must comply with NYC Administrative Code requirements, which specify minimum size, placement locations, and may require multiple languages depending on the community.

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F Place of Assembly Permits and Required Signage 2