F89 F89 Fire Investigation and Incident Reporting Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

When the FDNY arrives at a building after a fire alarm activation, the FLSD should first:

Accepted Answer

Meet the FDNY at the lobby and provide status information

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Begin evacuating all floors immediately

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Call the building owner

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Reset the fire alarm panel

Question 2

What term describes a fire that is deliberately set by a person with intent?

Accepted Answer

Incendiary fire

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Accidental fire

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Natural fire

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Undetermined fire

Question 3

If an FLSD suspects arson after a fire incident, what is the correct immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Preserve the scene and notify the FDNY immediately

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Conduct a personal investigation and document findings

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Notify building management and wait for insurance

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Remove damaged materials to prevent further hazard

Question 4

How long must an FLSD retain fire safety logs and incident reports in New York City?

Accepted Answer

3 years

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1 year

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5 years

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10 years

Question 5

After a sprinkler system discharge that controlled a fire, what is the FLSD's documentation responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Document the event in the fire safety log and notify the FDNY

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No documentation is required since the sprinkler handled it

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Only notify the building's sprinkler contractor

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Wait for the FDNY to file all necessary reports

Question 6

Which section of the NYC Fire Code governs the record-keeping requirements for Fire and Life Safety Directors?

Accepted Answer

FC Chapter 4

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FC Chapter 1

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FC Chapter 9

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FC Chapter 11