Roles and Responsibilities Flashcards

A fireguard becomes seriously ill during their shift and cannot continue. What is the correct procedure?

Answer: Notify the supervisor immediately so a qualified replacement can be arranged

The fireguard must immediately inform their supervisor so the post can be covered by a qualified certificate holder without any unprotected gap.

If a fireguard's Certificate of Fitness has expired, may they legally continue performing fireguard duties?

Answer: No, performing duties with an expired certificate is a violation

An expired Certificate of Fitness renders the holder ineligible to perform fireguard duties; the certificate must be valid and current at all times.

What must a fireguard do when being relieved by the incoming shift's fireguard?

Answer: Brief the incoming fireguard verbally on any hazards or conditions and sign the patrol log

The outgoing fireguard must verbally brief the incoming fireguard on conditions and hazards and complete the log entry before departing.

During a total building power outage, what is the fireguard's primary concern?

Answer: Verify that emergency lighting is operational and exit paths remain visible and safe

The fireguard's first priority during a power outage is confirming emergency lighting is functioning so exits remain safely navigable.

Where must a fireguard keep their Certificate of Fitness while performing fireguard duties?

Answer: On their person at all times while on duty

The Certificate of Fitness must be carried on the fireguard's person at all times so it can be presented for FDNY inspection at any moment.

An occupant refuses to evacuate during an emergency, insisting they feel safe where they are. What should the fireguard do?

Answer: Firmly urge the occupant to comply, note the refusal in the log, and report it to arriving FDNY

Fireguards cannot use physical force; they must urge compliance, document the refusal, and report the situation to FDNY upon their arrival.

What is the fireguard's responsibility in relation to the building's fire safety plan?

Answer: They must be thoroughly familiar with the plan and follow it during any emergency

Fireguards must know the building's fire safety plan thoroughly and execute its procedures during any fire or emergency.