F04 Temporary Place of Assembly Rules 2

Question 1

What document must be obtained before operating a temporary place of assembly in New York City?

Accepted Answer

A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy or special event permit from the relevant city agency

Answer

A written statement from the building owner only

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A notarized letter from the event organizer

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A standard business license from the Department of Consumer Affairs

Question 2

Who is required by the FDNY to be present during events held at a temporary place of assembly?

Accepted Answer

A licensed Fireguard (F-04 certificate holder)

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A licensed electrician

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A building inspector from the DOB

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A registered nurse or EMT only

Question 3

Who has the legal authority to order the immediate evacuation of a temporary place of assembly?

Accepted Answer

Any FDNY officer or authorized fire official

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Only the building owner

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The event promoter or organizer

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Only the Mayor's office

Question 4

What must be conspicuously posted at each entrance of a temporary place of assembly?

Accepted Answer

The maximum permitted occupant load

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The event schedule and ticket prices

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The name and phone number of the event promoter

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A list of prohibited items only

Question 5

When is a Fireguard post required to be established at a temporary place of assembly?

Accepted Answer

Whenever the premises is occupied by the public during the event

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Only when alcohol is being served

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Only during events with live music or performances

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Only when the event lasts more than 8 hours

Question 6

If a Fireguard discovers an imminent fire hazard at a temporary place of assembly, what is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify the responsible party and, if not corrected, order evacuation and call FDNY

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Wait until the event ends to file a written report

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Notify the event promoter and allow them to decide

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Only call FDNY if smoke or flames are visible

Question 7

How many Fireguards are generally required for a temporary place of assembly with multiple floors or areas?

Accepted Answer

One Fireguard per required post, with additional guards as directed by FDNY based on the layout

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Always exactly one Fireguard regardless of size

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One Fireguard for every 50 occupants without exception

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Two Fireguards minimum for every event regardless of size