F89 Roles and Responsibilities 3

Question 1

What is the significance of the FLSD maintaining an accurate and current list of mobility-impaired occupants?

Accepted Answer

It enables targeted evacuation assistance during emergencies for those who cannot use stairs

Answer

Maintaining a current list of mobility-impaired occupants allows the FLSD to coordinate evacuation assistance and ensure no one is left behind during an emergency.

Question 2

Under NYC fire code, how often must an FLSD renew their certificate of fitness?

Accepted Answer

Every three years

Answer

The FDNY Certificate of Fitness for Fire and Life Safety Director must be renewed every three years.

Question 3

A contractor performs hot work (welding) in a high-rise building. What is the FLSD's responsibility?

Accepted Answer

The FLSD must ensure a hot work permit is obtained and a fire watch is maintained

Answer

The FLSD must verify that a hot work permit is secured and that a qualified fire watch is maintained throughout the duration of hot work operations.

Question 4

Which of the following is a primary duty of the FLSD during a shelter-in-place event?

Accepted Answer

Communicate protective action instructions to occupants via the emergency communication system

Answer

During a shelter-in-place event, the FLSD uses the emergency communication system to deliver clear, calm protective action instructions to all occupants.

Question 5

When must an FLSD update the building's Fire Safety Plan?

Accepted Answer

Whenever there are significant changes to the building's occupancy, layout, or fire protection systems

Answer

The Fire Safety Plan must be updated whenever significant changes occur to the building's occupancy, layout, or fire protection systems to ensure its accuracy.

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test

F89 - Fire and Life Safety Director Practice Test

F89 Roles and Responsibilities 3