F89 Elevator Emergency Operations and Firefighter Service

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Phase I elevator recall during a fire emergency?

Accepted Answer

To automatically return all elevators to a designated recall floor for fire department use

Answer

Phase I elevator recall automatically returns elevators to a designated floor so firefighters can access and control them without encountering building occupants.

Question 2

Which device most commonly triggers automatic Phase I elevator recall?

Accepted Answer

Smoke detectors in elevator lobbies, hoistways, or machine rooms

Answer

Smoke detectors specifically located in elevator lobbies, hoistways, and machine rooms trigger automatic Phase I recall because these areas directly affect elevator safety.

Question 3

During Phase I recall, if smoke is detected at the primary recall floor, elevators should travel to:

Accepted Answer

A pre-designated alternate recall floor free of smoke

Answer

When the primary recall floor is compromised by smoke, elevators automatically divert to a pre-programmed alternate recall floor to ensure a safe, smoke-free landing point.

Question 4

In Phase II elevator service, who operates the elevator?

Accepted Answer

Trained firefighters using a designated fire service key from inside the cab

Answer

Phase II elevator service gives firefighters direct in-cab control using a designated fire service key, allowing them to move to any floor without stopping for passengers.

Question 5

The FLSD's primary responsibility regarding elevators during a fire alarm is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure occupants use stairwells and do not attempt to use elevators

Answer

The FLSD must direct all occupants to stairwells and prevent elevator use during any fire alarm, as elevators are not a means of egress and are reserved for fire department operations.

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test

F89 Elevator Emergency Operations and Firefighter Service