Conducting Training and Drills Flashcards
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Which of the following should be included in a post-drill report submitted after a fire drill in a high-rise building?
Answer: Time of drill, floors involved, deficiencies noted, and corrective actions taken
Post-drill reports must document the date and time, floors involved, any deficiencies observed, and corrective actions planned or taken.
An FLSD discovers that several Floor Wardens assigned on the building's fire safety plan have left the company. What must the FLSD do?
Answer: Designate and train replacement Floor Wardens promptly to maintain the required coverage
The FLSD must ensure adequate Floor Warden coverage at all times by promptly designating and training replacements when vacancies occur.
During training, a Floor Warden asks what to do if the stairwell assigned to their floor is blocked by smoke during an actual emergency. What is the correct guidance?
Answer: Direct occupants to shelter-in-place and notify the FLSD and FDNY immediately
If an assigned stairwell is compromised by smoke, Floor Wardens should direct occupants to shelter-in-place, close doors, and immediately communicate with the FLSD and FDNY.
When training staff on the use of a portable fire extinguisher, the FLSD should teach the PASS technique. What does the letter 'S' stand for?
Answer: Sweep
In the PASS technique, 'S' stands for Sweep — moving the extinguisher nozzle from side to side at the base of the fire.
A building's fire safety plan requires that hearing-impaired occupants receive visual notification of alarms. During a drill, the visual strobes on the 10th floor failed to activate. Who is primarily responsible for ensuring this deficiency is corrected?
Answer: The building owner, with the FLSD documenting and following up on the repair
The building owner is responsible for maintaining fire alarm systems, but the FLSD must document the deficiency and follow up to ensure repairs are completed.
What is the correct action for a Floor Warden who encounters an occupant with a mobility impairment during a fire evacuation drill?
Answer: Direct the occupant to the designated Area of Rescue Assistance and notify the FLSD
Occupants with mobility impairments should be directed to a designated Area of Rescue Assistance, and the FLSD must be notified of their location so FDNY can assist if needed.
Which of the following training topics is MOST critical to cover when onboarding a newly appointed Deputy Fire Safety Director?
Answer: How to assume FLSD command duties, use the fire command station, and communicate with FDNY
A Deputy FSD must be prepared to assume command duties, operate the fire command station, and effectively coordinate with FDNY, as these are the core emergency responsibilities of the role.