F89 F89 Communication Systems and Emergency Notifications Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of the 'fire warden communication system' separate from the public address system?

Accepted Answer

To allow two-way private communication between the FLSD and individual floor wardens

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To broadcast emergency announcements to all floors

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To automatically dial 911 when activated

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To send automated alerts to building tenants' phones

Question 2

How should the FLSD notify occupants when a shelter-in-place order is issued due to a hazardous materials incident outside the building?

Accepted Answer

Use the public address system to instruct occupants to remain inside, close windows, and await further instructions

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Activate the fire alarm and direct everyone to the roof

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Initiate a full building evacuation immediately

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Only notify floor wardens via radio and take no further action

Question 3

What information should the FLSD relay to the 911 dispatcher when reporting a building fire?

Accepted Answer

Building address, floor of origin, nature of the fire, and whether injuries are reported

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Only the building address

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Building address and contact number only

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The building owner's name and insurance information

Question 4

Which of the following describes a 'Phase I emergency recall' in relation to elevators?

Accepted Answer

Automatically recalling all elevators to the lobby or a designated floor when the fire alarm activates

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Calling all maintenance staff to the lobby

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Locking all elevators in place to prevent use

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Sending one elevator to the fire floor for fire department use

Question 5

During a fire alarm, the FLSD observes that the fire command panel shows a trouble signal. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

A fault or malfunction in the fire alarm system circuit or component

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A fire has been confirmed on that zone

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The sprinkler system has activated

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The elevator recall has failed

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'two-way communication system' required in Areas of Rescue Assistance?

Accepted Answer

To allow mobility-impaired occupants waiting in the area to communicate with the FLSD or fire command

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To allow wardens to communicate with the building's front desk

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To broadcast general PA announcements to the refuge area

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To automatically alert the FDNY of the occupant's location