Building Systems Oversight Flashcards
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The FLSD is required to maintain a Fire Safety Log that documents:
Answer: All fire drills, system tests, incidents, impairments, and corrective actions
The Fire Safety Log must contain comprehensive records of all fire safety activities including drills, system testing, incidents, equipment impairments, and corrective actions taken.
How often must high-rise buildings in NYC conduct fire drills?
Answer: Twice per year — once per shift if building operates multiple shifts
NYC Fire Code requires high-rise buildings to conduct fire drills at least twice per year, with additional drills required for each shift if the building operates multiple work shifts.
A fire alarm control panel shows a 'trouble' signal. This indicates:
Answer: A system fault — wiring issue, power problem, or device malfunction
A 'trouble' signal indicates a fault in the fire alarm system itself — such as a wiring break, low battery, or detector malfunction — not an active fire condition.
The FLSD's certificate of fitness (F-89) issued by FDNY must be:
Answer: Carried on the person while performing FLSD duties
FDNY requires that the certificate of fitness (F-89) be carried on the FLSD's person whenever they are performing FLSD duties in the building.
Fire safety plan updates must be submitted to FDNY when:
Answer: Significant changes occur in building occupancy, use, or fire protection systems
The Fire Safety Plan must be updated and resubmitted to FDNY whenever there are significant changes in building occupancy, use, construction, or fire protection systems.
Portable fire extinguishers in a high-rise building must be inspected by a qualified person:
Answer: Annually, with monthly visual checks by building staff
Portable fire extinguishers require annual maintenance by a qualified service technician, plus monthly visual inspections by building staff to ensure they are accessible and in apparent working order.