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A comprehensive study guide for the fdny f-01 exam, covering essential topics related to fire safety and the role of a fire guard. It includes questions and answers, definitions, and explanations of key concepts, such as fire watch procedures, impairment conditions, and the use of fire extinguishers. This resource is valuable for individuals preparing for the f-01 exam and seeking to obtain fire guard certification.
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A person holding a certificate of fitness for such purposes , who is trained in and responsible for maintaining a fire watch and performed fire safety duties as may be prescribed by the commissioner - Answer Fire guard Fire Watch - Answer A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and systematic surveillance of a building or portion thereof by one or more qualified individuals for the purposes of identifying and controlling fire hazards, detecting early signs of fire, raising an alarm of fire and notifying the department. impairment - Answer Any condition in which a fire protection system cannot perform its designed fire safety function. Fire protection system include sprinkler systems, standpipes/hose systems, fire pumps; fire protection water supplies,fire mains, fire alarm systems, and special extinguishing systems ( I.E. clean agent , carbon dioxide , wet/dry chemical, foam/ water, etc) Impairment Coordinator - Answer Person responsible for ensuring the proper safety precautions are taken when the protection system is placed out of service (designated by the owner). How many questions does the F-01 test consist of? - Answer 20 After how many hours of an out of service condition such as patrols shall only be conducted by fire guards holding F-01? - Answer 4 hours How many square feet should one fire guard patrol? - Answer 50, Can a fire guard leave they F-01 card at home? - Answer No, always carry it at ALL TIMES Planned out of service condition - Answer The impairment coordinator shall be made aware in advance of any planned removal from service of a standpipe system,
sprinkler system or fire alarm system, or system component, for repair, servicing,testing, maintenance, alteration, or to allow construction to be performed in the area protected by the system without unnecessarily activating it. Unplanned out of service condition: - Answer A serious defect in the standpipe or sprinkler system including, but not limited to: an empty tank, a break or major leak in the system's water piping, inoperative or shut water supply valves, defective fire department connections, construction related shut downs affecting more than one floor, or complete or partial shut downs of the standpipe system, other than a shut down for a planned removal from service. What are the duties of a fire guard? - Answer They are required to reduce the threat of a fire in a variety of locations. What is a portable fire extinguisher? - Answer It's an item of equipment for the purpose of extinguishing a fire. What is a fire alarm pull station? - Answer It's an active fire protection device, usually wall-mounted, that, when activated, initiates an alarm on a fire alarm system. WHEN FIRE GUARDS ARRIVE FOR DUTY, THEY SHOULD BE PROVIDED WITH AN ORIENTATION FROM THE ______________, BUILDING OWNER, OR IMPAIRMENT COORDINATOR. - Answer Fire safety director (FSD) If there is no FSD available in the building the fire guard should speak to the _______________, or the responsible person designated by the building owner to become familiar with the specifics of the building. - Answer Building owner What is the level of the hazardous materials? - Answer Flammable liquids are more dangerous than combustible liquids. Flammable compressed gas (acetylene or propane ) are more dangerous than non-flammable compressed gas. The amount of the hazardous material? - Answer The maximum quantity of aerosol products in a retail display purpose may be 10,000 lbs. for ground area, it may be as much as 24,000 lb per floor in a warehouse.
The number of occupants in the affected area? - Answer It's difficult to evacuate 1,000 people at a party than 10 people in a warehouse. egress - Answer exit The fire guard shall inspect for smoke and fire, and if found immediately contact the ______________. - Answer Fire department Inspect all exits, stairways , and hallways to determine _________ and ____________ for use. - Answer condition and availability Check all the doors in the ___________ areas to see operation conditions and availability. - Answer affected. Ensure that self-closing doors are not _____________ and closed at all times. - Answer Blocked Ensure that exits are properly labeled and hallways and stairways are _____. - Answer Lit. The __________ location must be checked daily for ignition sources. - Answer Entire Know the _________________ and correct use of fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull stations. - Answer Locations Hot work operation may be _____________? - Answer Prohibited. Where should a record be kept? - Answer On premises. What is a standpipe system? - Answer It's a series of pipe which connect a water supply to hose connections, basically an extension of the fire hydrant system
How should you notify FDNY? - Answer Notifying by phone is the most direct and effective way. Single action stations: - Answer Single action stations require only one step to activate the alarm. For example, the alarm might be activated by pulling down on a lever. An example of a single action station is shown below. This kind of alarm station is often found indoors, e.g., in office buildings. The cover on these alarm stations serves as a lever. When the cover is pulled down, it allows a switch inside to close. This sends the alarm signal. Double action stations: - Answer Double action stations require two steps in order to activate the alarm the user must first break a glass, open a door or lift a cover. The user can then gain access to a switch or lever which must then be operated to initiate an alarm. To activate this type of alarm station the cover must be lifted before the lever is pulled. This kind of double action station is often found indoors. What is a S-12 COF holder? - Answer They are responsible for conducting inspections and certifying system compliance with 2014 NYC Fire Code. What is a sprinkler system? - Answer A fire sprinkler system is an active fire protection method, consisting of a water supply system, providing adequate pressure and flow rate to a water distribution piping system, onto which fire sprinklers are connected. When should a fire guard put out a fire? - Answer Fire guards are responsible for putting out small in size. A Class A fire extinguisher is used for what type of flammable material(s)? - Answer Wood , paper , and cloth Class B fire extinguisher - Answer Used for flammable liquids and gases such as paint, gasoline, oil, and cooking fats Class C fire extinguisher - Answer a fire extinguisher rated to put out electrical fires.
Class D fire extinguisher - Answer Used on burning or combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium;not used on other types of fires What is a security guard? - Answer Any individual who is employed to principally perform any or all security related duties. What is a policy? - Answer Statement that is specific that also promotes and states the ideas of the company.