Fire Safety Management Flashcards

Which condition would a Fireguard identify as a common fire hazard in a place of assembly?

Answer: Extension cords run under carpets in the lobby

Extension cords under carpets can overheat, create a tripping hazard, and are a recognized fire code violation in occupancy settings.

Drapes, curtains, and decorative fabrics used in a place of assembly must be:

Answer: Flame-retardant treated and certified per NYC Fire Code

NYC Fire Code requires that all decorative materials in places of assembly be flame-retardant treated with documentation available for inspection.

During a pre-event inspection, a Fireguard finds a fire extinguisher with an inspection tag dated 18 months ago. The correct action is to:

Answer: Tag the extinguisher as out of service and notify the supervisor immediately

Fire extinguishers must be inspected annually; an overdue inspection makes the unit non-compliant and it must be taken out of service until serviced.

What is the primary purpose of a Fire Safety Plan in a place of assembly?

Answer: To provide procedures for fire prevention, emergency response, and evacuation

The Fire Safety Plan outlines the specific procedures for preventing fires and responding to emergencies, and must be followed by all Fireguards.

A Fireguard observes a candle being used as a prop on stage without a permit. The appropriate response is to:

Answer: Stop the use immediately until a valid FDNY permit is obtained

Open flames on stage in a place of assembly require an FDNY Special Use Permit; unauthorized open flames must be stopped immediately.

Pyrotechnic effects used during a performance in a place of assembly require:

Answer: A licensed pyrotechnician and an FDNY permit issued in advance

NYC law requires both a licensed pyrotechnician and an advance FDNY permit before any pyrotechnic special effects may be used indoors.

When a smoke machine is used during a performance, the Fireguard should ensure that:

Answer: The venue has notified the FDNY and obtained any required permit, and smoke detectors are not covered

Theatrical smoke may require FDNY notification or a permit, and fire detection systems must remain operational — never disabled or covered.