F60 Emergency Response Procedures 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an acceptable method for a fire guard to contain a small torch-ignited fire while waiting for FDNY?

Accepted Answer

Using a garden hose or portable extinguisher appropriate for the fire class

Answer

A garden hose or appropriate portable extinguisher can be used for initial attack on a small fire, but the fire guard must never leave the scene or use inappropriate materials.

Question 2

During an emergency evacuation triggered by a torch-related fire, the fire guard's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Assist with evacuation and serve as a liaison to FDNY upon arrival

Answer

The fire guard assists the evacuation process and provides FDNY with critical site information when they arrive, while ensuring their own safety.

Question 3

A fire guard discovers that propane cylinders near a torch operation have been exposed to fire. What is the CORRECT response?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate the area, call 911, and keep all personnel away

Answer

Propane cylinders exposed to fire pose a BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion) risk; the only safe response is full evacuation and calling 911.

Question 4

After FDNY extinguishes a torch-related fire, can the fire guard permit torch operations to resume?

Accepted Answer

No, torch operations cannot resume until FDNY grants clearance and required permits are re-evaluated

Answer

Following a fire suppressed by FDNY, torch operations may not resume without FDNY clearance and a review of whether permits and conditions remain valid.

Question 5

A fire guard on a multi-story building notices a fire starting on the 8th floor during torch work. Building occupants are present on lower floors. What is the PRIORITY order of actions?

Accepted Answer

Alarm, call 911, begin evacuation assistance

Answer

Life safety actions follow the sequence: activate the alarm to warn all occupants, call 911 for emergency response, then assist evacuation.

(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 Emergency Response Procedures 3