F-02 - Fireguard Fire Watch and Patrol Duties Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the maximum allowable interval between fire watch patrols under the NYC Fire Code?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

Answer

The NYC Fire Code requires fire watch patrols at intervals not exceeding 30 minutes. Building conditions or FDNY requirements may mandate more frequent patrols.

Question 2

When conducting a fire watch patrol, which of the following should a fireguard specifically check for?

Accepted Answer

Signs of fire, smoke, unusual odors, blocked exits, propped fire doors, and other fire hazards

Answer

During patrols, fireguards must actively look for signs of fire or smoke, unusual odors, blocked exits, propped fire doors, improper storage of combustibles, and any other fire hazards.

Question 3

A fireguard on fire watch duty notices a strong smell of burning plastic near an electrical panel. There is no visible smoke or flame. What should the fireguard do?

Accepted Answer

Treat it as a potential fire emergency — call 911, alert occupants in the area, and notify building management immediately

Answer

A burning odor is a warning sign of a potential fire, especially near electrical equipment. The fireguard must treat it as an emergency — call 911 and notify building management immediately.

Question 4

Which areas of a building MUST be included in a fire watch patrol for a building with an impaired sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

All areas of the building that are protected by the impaired sprinkler system

Answer

The fire watch must cover all areas of the building that are protected by the impaired system. This ensures complete coverage where the automatic protection is lacking.

Question 5

What should a fireguard do if they complete a patrol and find no hazards?

Accepted Answer

Record the start and end times of the patrol and note 'all clear' for each area inspected

Answer

Even when no hazards are found, the fireguard must log the complete patrol with start and end times and 'all clear' notations for each area to document continuous compliance.

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F-02 - Fireguard Fire Watch and Patrol Duties Questions and Answers 2