F04 Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

When a fire alarm activates in a high-rise building, what is the Fireguard's FIRST action?

Accepted Answer

Investigate the source of the alarm

Answer

The Fireguard must first investigate the alarm to confirm whether it is a real fire or a false alarm before initiating full evacuation.

Question 2

During a building fire, which floors are typically evacuated FIRST under the defend-in-place strategy?

Accepted Answer

The fire floor and the floors immediately above and below it

Answer

The fire floor and the two floors immediately above and below it face the greatest immediate danger and are evacuated first.

Question 3

A Fireguard discovers a fire and determines it cannot be extinguished with a portable extinguisher. What must they do?

Accepted Answer

Activate the alarm and evacuate the area immediately

Answer

If the fire cannot be quickly extinguished, the Fireguard must activate the alarm and clear the area, then call 911.

Question 4

Which of the following is the correct procedure when using a fire door during an emergency?

Accepted Answer

Close it after passing through to slow smoke spread

Answer

Fire doors must be closed after passing through to compartmentalize smoke and fire, buying time for evacuation.

Question 5

What information must a Fireguard provide when calling 911 to report a fire?

Accepted Answer

The building address, floor, and nature of the emergency

Answer

When reporting a fire, provide the complete address, the specific floor or location, and the nature of the emergency to help FDNY respond effectively.

(F04) F04 Fireguard License Practice Test

(F04) F04 Fireguard License Practice Test

F04 Emergency Procedures 2