F04 F04 Communication and Reporting Procedures 5

Question 1

Which of the following should be recorded in the fireguard log after each patrol?

Accepted Answer

The time of the patrol, conditions found, and the fireguard's signature

Answer

The log documents each patrol with time, observed conditions, and the fireguard's identification.

Question 2

Who may request to review the fireguard log during an inspection?

Accepted Answer

An FDNY representative

Answer

The fireguard log must be kept on the premises and made available for FDNY inspection.

Question 3

While on patrol, a fireguard finds an exit door locked and blocked with boxes. How should this be handled?

Accepted Answer

Correct it if possible, report it to the owner or supervisor, and record it in the log

Answer

Fire hazards such as blocked exits must be corrected or reported promptly and documented in the fireguard log.

Question 4

If the fireguard's assigned patrol cannot be completed because the fireguard must respond to an emergency, what should be done with the log?

Accepted Answer

Record the interruption and the reason in the log

Answer

Log entries must be accurate, so any interruption and its cause should be documented truthfully.

Question 5

Before going off duty, how should a fireguard communicate with the relieving fireguard?

Accepted Answer

Brief them on current conditions, impaired systems, and any hazards found

Answer

A proper shift handover ensures the next fireguard knows the building's current fire safety status.

(F04) F04 Fireguard License Practice Test