F89 Non-Fire Emergencies 4

Question 1

During a building power outage, what is the Fire and Life Safety Director's FIRST priority regarding elevators?

Accepted Answer

Ensure all elevators are recalled to the ground floor and passengers are safely evacuated

Answer

During a power outage, the FLSD must immediately ensure elevator recall so any trapped occupants can be evacuated safely.

Question 2

A credible bomb threat has been received via phone. Which action should the Fire and Life Safety Director take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Notify law enforcement and follow the building's bomb threat response plan

Answer

The FLSD must immediately notify law enforcement and activate the bomb threat plan; the decision to evacuate is typically made in coordination with police.

Question 3

An occupant reports smelling a strong gas odor in the building. What should the FLSD do IMMEDIATELY?

Accepted Answer

Prohibit use of electrical switches or open flames and notify the gas utility and fire department

Answer

Any ignition source could trigger an explosion, so the FLSD must eliminate ignition risks and immediately contact the utility company and fire department.

Question 4

When a hazardous material spill occurs in the building lobby, the FLSD should establish a perimeter primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Prevent unauthorized persons from entering the contaminated area and limit exposure

Answer

A perimeter protects building occupants and responders from secondary exposure to the hazardous material.

Question 5

During a medical emergency involving a suspected cardiac arrest, what is the correct sequence for the FLSD?

Accepted Answer

Call 911, send someone for the AED, begin CPR if trained

Answer

Activating EMS, retrieving the AED, and beginning CPR as early as possible are the three simultaneous priorities in cardiac arrest response.

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test

F89 Non-Fire Emergencies 4