F60 Duties and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

Before torch operations begin each day, what must the fire guard inspect?

Accepted Answer

The work area for combustible and flammable materials that must be removed or protected

Answer

The fire guard must inspect the work area before operations begin to identify and remove or protect any combustible or flammable materials.

Question 2

When a fire guard is assigned to a torch operation on a roof, what is the minimum required watch period after the torch work is completed?

Accepted Answer

1 hour

Answer

After torch operations on a roof, the fire guard must maintain watch for at least 1 hour to detect any smoldering fires.

Question 3

A fire guard notices a small fire starting in a wall cavity near a torch operation. What is the FIRST action the fire guard should take?

Accepted Answer

Attempt to extinguish the fire with available means and notify the supervisor

Answer

The fire guard should first attempt to extinguish the fire using available means while simultaneously notifying the supervisor and calling for help if needed.

Question 4

Which document must a fire guard have on their person during all torch operations?

Accepted Answer

Their F60 Certificate of Fitness

Answer

The fire guard must carry their F60 Certificate of Fitness at all times during torch operations and present it upon request.

Question 5

What is the fire guard's responsibility regarding the hot work permit?

Accepted Answer

To ensure a valid permit is obtained and posted at the work site before operations start

Answer

The fire guard must verify that a valid hot work permit has been obtained and is posted at the work site before torch operations begin.

(F60) Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Torch Operations Practice Test

(F60) Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Torch Operations Practice Test

F60 Duties and Responsibilities 2