Temporary Place of Assembly Rules Flashcards

Before combustible decorations can be used in a temporary place of assembly, what must the Fireguard confirm?

Answer: That all decorations have been treated with a fire-retardant coating and have proper documentation

Combustible decorations must be treated with an approved fire-retardant and the Fireguard must confirm documentation of that treatment is on site.

Under what condition may standing room be permitted at a temporary place of assembly with fixed seating?

Answer: Only if the total occupant load including standing does not exceed the posted maximum and aisles remain clear

Standing room may be allowed only when the total occupant count (seated plus standing) remains within the posted maximum and all egress aisles remain unobstructed.

What records must a Fireguard maintain during a temporary place of assembly event?

Answer: A log noting inspection rounds, any violations found, corrective actions taken, and time of entry/exit counts

The Fireguard's log must document inspection rounds, violations, corrections, and occupancy tracking to create an official record of fire safety compliance.

A tent used as a temporary place of assembly must comply with which of the following requirements?

Answer: It must be constructed of flame-retardant material and have the required number of exits based on occupant load

Tents used as assembly spaces must be made of flame-retardant materials and must provide the number of exits required by the occupant load to comply with NYC Fire Code.

What happens if the operator of a temporary place of assembly refuses to comply with a Fireguard's order to correct a fire hazard?

Answer: The Fireguard must order the evacuation of the premises and notify the FDNY immediately

If a hazard is not corrected, the Fireguard has authority to order evacuation and must immediately contact the FDNY to enforce compliance.

Which of the following scenarios would require a Fireguard to halt an event at a temporary place of assembly?

Answer: A blocked emergency exit that cannot be immediately cleared

A blocked emergency exit is an immediate life-safety hazard that requires the event to be halted until the exit is cleared and egress is restored.

After a temporary place of assembly event ends, what is the Fireguard's final duty before leaving the premises?

Answer: Conduct a final walkthrough to confirm all hazards are eliminated, all exits are secure, and the log is complete

The Fireguard must perform a final inspection walkthrough to confirm the space is safe, document it in the log, and ensure all fire safety conditions are met before leaving.