FLSD Building Systems and Elevators 4

Question 1

Under NYC fire code, what action must an FLSD take when the fire alarm system goes into a 'supervisory' signal state?

Accepted Answer

Investigate the cause and notify the fire alarm monitoring company

Answer

A supervisory signal indicates a monitored system (e.g., sprinkler valve) may be impaired and requires investigation and notification of the monitoring company.

Question 2

Which elevator mode allows firefighters to manually operate the elevator with the doors open?

Accepted Answer

Phase II firefighter service

Answer

Phase II firefighter service gives firefighters in-car control of the elevator, including manual door operation, for rescue and fire suppression activities.

Question 3

What is the primary function of a building's standpipe system in a high-rise fire emergency?

Accepted Answer

Provides water supply outlets on each floor for hose lines

Answer

Standpipe systems deliver water to hose connections on each floor so firefighters can connect hose lines close to the fire without running long hoses from outside.

Question 4

A building's HVAC system is equipped with smoke dampers. When should these dampers close during a fire event?

Accepted Answer

When a smoke detector in the duct or associated zone activates

Answer

Smoke dampers are designed to close automatically upon activation of a smoke detector sensing smoke in the duct or the served zone, preventing smoke from spreading through the HVAC system.

Question 5

During a fire emergency, the FLSD is told that the building's emergency generator failed to start. Which building system is MOST immediately at risk?

Accepted Answer

Exit signs and emergency lighting

Answer

Exit signs and emergency lighting are life-safety systems required to remain illuminated during a power failure; a generator failure means these may go dark, endangering evacuation.

FLSD - Fire Life Safety Director Practice Test

FLSD - Fire Life Safety Director Practice Test

FLSD Building Systems and Elevators 4