Emergency Action Plan Procedures Flashcards

What type of building communication system is required for FLSD use during emergencies in NYC high-rises?

Answer: A fire warden phone system or two-way voice communication

NYC high-rises require a fire warden phone system or two-way voice communication system for reliable emergency communication between the FLSD and floor wardens.

In the EAP, what procedure should be established for a bomb threat?

Answer: Follow established search and notification procedures without touching suspicious items

Bomb threat procedures should include documenting the threat, notifying authorities, conducting a visual search without touching suspicious items, and following guidance on evacuation.

What is the chain of command if the FLSD is unavailable during an emergency?

Answer: The designated alternate or deputy FLSD takes command

The EAP must designate an alternate or deputy FLSD who is trained and certified to assume command when the primary FLSD is unavailable.

What specific information should the FLSD provide to the arriving fire department?

Answer: Building status, fire location, evacuation progress, persons needing assistance, and system status

The FLSD must provide a comprehensive briefing including fire location, building systems status, evacuation status, and any persons needing rescue assistance.

How should the EAP address after-hours emergencies when the building has minimal occupancy?

Answer: The EAP must include specific after-hours procedures including security notification and reduced staffing protocols

The EAP must address after-hours scenarios with specific procedures for reduced staffing, security-initiated response, and communication protocols.

What is required when a building undergoes a change in occupancy type that affects the EAP?

Answer: The EAP must be revised immediately and resubmitted to the FDNY

Any significant change in building occupancy requires immediate revision of the EAP and resubmission to the FDNY for approval.