F60 Fire Guard Duties & Responsibilities 4

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'fire watch' as defined by FDNY rules?

Accepted Answer

Continuous observation of the work area for fire hazards during and after hot work

Answer

Fire watch means continuous, in-person observation for ignition sources, smoke, or fire throughout the operation and the post-work monitoring period.

Question 2

A fire guard's Certificate of Fitness has expired. What must occur before they can legally perform fire guard duties?

Accepted Answer

Renew the certificate with FDNY before performing any fire guard duties

Answer

An expired Certificate of Fitness is invalid; the fire guard must renew through FDNY before legally performing any fire guard duties.

Question 3

During a post-work fire watch, the fire guard detects a small smoldering spot. The extinguisher fully suppresses it. What must the fire guard do next?

Accepted Answer

Resume the fire watch and document the incident

Answer

After suppressing a smoldering fire, the fire guard must resume continuous watch and document the incident in the fire watch log.

Question 4

What is the minimum distance combustible materials must be kept from torch operations under standard FDNY guidelines?

Accepted Answer

35 feet

Answer

FDNY requires combustible materials to be relocated at least 35 feet from the hot work area or shielded with fire-resistant barriers.

Question 5

A building has sprinklers, but a section is under maintenance and sprinklers are temporarily out of service. How does this affect fire guard duties?

Accepted Answer

Additional precautions and increased vigilance are required in the affected area

Answer

Loss of automatic suppression in any area requires heightened fire guard vigilance and may require additional precautions or work stoppage.

(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 Fire Guard Duties & Responsibilities 4