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

Answer

The FLSD should meet the FDNY at the building lobby and provide a status report including alarm location and any known conditions.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Incendiary fire

Answer

An incendiary fire is one that is intentionally set, which may trigger criminal investigation in addition to fire investigation.

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

Answer

When arson is suspected, the FLSD must preserve the scene without disturbing evidence and immediately notify the FDNY.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

FDNY regulations require fire safety logs and incident reports to be retained for a minimum of 3 years and made available for inspection.

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

Answer

Any sprinkler discharge event must be logged in the fire safety log and the FDNY must be notified as it constitutes a fire incident.

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test