G60 Fire Safety Regulations and Permit Requirements 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Under FDNY regulations, a Certificate of Fitness for torch operations is required when using flammable gases in which setting?
- Only in residential buildings
- Any building or structure under FDNY jurisdiction (Correct answer)
- Exclusively on outdoor construction sites
- Only in buildings over 10 stories
Correct answer: Any building or structure under FDNY jurisdiction
The FDNY C of F for torch use applies to any building or structure within FDNY jurisdiction, not limited to specific building types or heights.
Question 2: Which agency issues the G60 Certificate of Fitness in New York City?
- NYC Department of Buildings
- NYC Fire Department (FDNY) (Correct answer)
- NYC Department of Labor
- OSHA Regional Office
Correct answer: NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
The FDNY issues all Certificates of Fitness, including the G60 for torch use of flammable gases, through its Bureau of Fire Prevention.
Question 3: A hot work permit for torch operations must typically be obtained how far in advance of work beginning?
- At least 72 hours prior
- On the same day work begins, before starting (Correct answer)
- The day before work begins
- One week prior to work
Correct answer: On the same day work begins, before starting
Hot work permits must be obtained and posted before torch operations begin, generally on the same working day.
Question 4: When a torch operation is completed for the day, the certificate holder must conduct a fire watch for a minimum of how long?
- 15 minutes
- 30 minutes (Correct answer)
- 1 hour
- 2 hours
Correct answer: 30 minutes
FDNY regulations require a minimum 30-minute fire watch after torch operations cease to detect any smoldering materials.
Question 5: Which FDNY Fire Code section primarily governs hot work operations including torch use?
- FC 307
- FC 3505 (Correct answer)
- FC 2601
- FC 105
Correct answer: FC 3505
FC 3505 addresses welding, cutting, and other hot work operations, including torch use with flammable gases.
Question 6: If a G60 certificate holder observes an unexpected fire starting during torch work, what is the FIRST action required?
- Continue working and call for help
- Immediately extinguish the fire or activate the fire alarm (Correct answer)
- Notify the building owner only
- Complete the current task then address the fire
Correct answer: Immediately extinguish the fire or activate the fire alarm
The certificate holder must immediately stop work and either extinguish the fire using available extinguishers or activate the fire alarm system.
Question 7: Under NYC regulations, who bears primary responsibility for ensuring a hot work permit is obtained before torch operations begin?
- The building owner
- The general contractor only
- The Certificate of Fitness holder performing the work (Correct answer)
- The NYC Fire Marshal
Correct answer: The Certificate of Fitness holder performing the work
The individual holding the G60 Certificate of Fitness is primarily responsible for securing the required hot work permit before beginning operations.
G60 Fire Safety Regulations and Permit Requirements 2
Under FDNY regulations, a Certificate of Fitness for torch operations is required when using flammable gases in which setting?