F04 Roles and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

To whom does a fireguard directly report during their assigned shift?

Accepted Answer

The Fire Safety Director or designated supervisor

Answer

The building owner only

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The FDNY Battalion Chief on duty

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The mayor's office of emergency management

Question 2

How frequently must a fireguard make entries in the fire guard log during their shift?

Accepted Answer

At least once per hour

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Once at the start and once at the end of the shift only

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Every 30 minutes during patrol

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Only when a hazard is discovered

Question 3

A fireguard discovers an emergency exit blocked by stacked chairs. What is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately clear the obstruction and notify the supervisor

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Note it in the log at the end of the shift

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Call 911 right away without moving anything

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Ignore it if the chairs appear movable by occupants

Question 4

What is the fireguard's primary duty at the very start of each shift?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a thorough inspection of the entire premises

Answer

Review the previous shift's fire guard log only

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Take attendance of all occupants present

Answer

Test the public address system

Question 5

When must a fireguard immediately notify the Fire Safety Director?

Accepted Answer

Any time a fire, emergency, or serious hazard is discovered

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Only after completing the full patrol round

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Only during normal business hours

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Only if the FDNY formally requests notification

Question 6

What is the fireguard's specific role when a fire drill is being conducted?

Accepted Answer

Assist in guiding occupants to exits and verifying all areas are cleared

Answer

Evacuate themselves first and wait outside the building

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Stand by the fire alarm panel and perform no other duties

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Call FDNY to report the drill currently in progress

Question 7

Which of the following must a fireguard verify during each patrol round?

Accepted Answer

That emergency exits are unlocked, unobstructed, and exit signs are illuminated

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That all interior lights in the building are switched off

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That all windows and skylights are fully closed

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That no food or beverages are being consumed by occupants