Roles and Responsibilities Flashcards

What is the FLSD's responsibility when the FDNY conducts an inspection of the building?

Answer: Accompany inspectors, provide access to all required areas, and present required documentation

During an FDNY inspection, the FLSD must accompany inspectors, facilitate access to all areas, and present required records such as the fire safety plan and drill logs.

A fire safety drill reveals that occupants on the 30th floor took over 8 minutes to reach the stairwell. What should the FLSD do?

Answer: Analyze the cause, retrain occupants and floor wardens, and conduct a follow-up drill to verify improvement

Poor drill performance requires root-cause analysis, corrective training, and a follow-up drill to verify that evacuation procedures are improved.

Under what circumstance may an FLSD authorize the use of an elevator for evacuation in a high-rise building?

Answer: Only when the fire department has authorized elevator use and verified it is safe for evacuation

Elevators may only be used for evacuation when the fire department has specifically authorized their use and confirmed it is safe to do so during an emergency.

Which of the following is the FLSD's responsibility regarding the building's emergency action plan for a bomb threat?

Answer: Develop and implement the response procedures in coordination with building management, security, and emergency services

The FLSD participates in developing and implementing bomb threat response procedures, coordinating with management, security, and responding emergency services.

What is a 'command station' in the context of FLSD duties in a high-rise building?

Answer: A designated location, typically in the lobby, equipped with communications and fire system controls for emergency management

The command station is a designated area, usually in the lobby, equipped with fire alarm annunciators, communication devices, and controls used by the FLSD and FDNY during emergencies.

What is the FLSD's duty regarding building occupants who are unfamiliar with emergency procedures, such as new employees or visitors?

Answer: Ensure that orientation materials or briefings on emergency procedures are provided to new occupants

The FLSD must ensure that new occupants and visitors receive orientation on emergency procedures, as unfamiliarity increases risk during an actual emergency.

When the FDNY issues a violation notice related to fire safety to a building, what is the FLSD's role?

Answer: The FLSD works with building management to correct cited deficiencies within the required timeframe and document corrective actions

The FLSD collaborates with building management to remediate cited fire code violations within the required timeframe and maintains documentation of all corrective actions taken.