Download FDNYC G60 Practice Exam Questions & Answers 100% Accurate and more Exams Physics in PDF only on Docsity! FDNYC G60 Practice Exam Questions & Answers 100% Accurate All torch operators, an oxygen-fuel torch using any amount of oxygen and flammable gas and fire guards must have a current - Correct answer-Certificate of Fitness The Certificate of Fitness holder - Correct answer-must regulate the pressure and flow of oxygen and natural gas to each torch. if the torch operator for jewelry manufacture involves - Correct answer-any oxygen with any fuel gas containers, the operator must be a C of F holder. A Certificate of Fitness Holder must keep his or her certificate - Correct answer-on their person or otherwise readily available for inspection by any representative of the fire Department The easiest way to extinguish a fire caused by a leak is to - Correct answer-close the shutoff valve Permits issued by the FDNY are required to conduct the following hot work: - Correct answer-storing, using or handling oxygen and a flammable gas, storing, using or handling any flammable gas (e.g. LPG or CNG or acetylene) in excess of 400 SCF. Storing, using or handling any oxidizing gas (e.g. oxygen) in excess of 504 SCF. For LPG, 400 SCF is - Correct answer-approximately 47 lbs the number of LPG containers for the storage, use, handling or transportation, requiring a permit - Correct answer-14.1 oz = 54 cont. 16.4 oz = 46 cont. 20 lbs = 3 cont. 33.5 lbs = 2 cont. 40 lbs = 2 cont. 100 lbs = 1 cont. Portable LPG containers that are more than 16.4 oz and CNG containers with a capacity greater than 8.7 SCF - Correct answer-must NOT stored, handled, or used indoors in the following occupancies (as defined in the Building code): residential occupancies, factory and industrial occupancies; educational occupancies; institutional occupancies, except as the commissioner may authorize by rule. Site-specific permit - Correct answer-may be a permanent permit or a temporary permit. Permanent permits are valid for 12 months only A city-wide permit is valid - Correct answer-up to 30 days Permits shall be - Correct answer-readily available on the premise for inspection by Fire Department representatives. Hot work authorization should be issued by the responsible person, and it - Correct answer-must be available for inspection by any representative of the department during the performance of the work, and for 48 hours after the work is complete FDNY permits - Correct answer-will be posted in a central location and recorded in a log book to assist in the coordination of construction related activities. CNG - Correct answer-Compressed Natural Gas. A hot work permit is required for - Correct answer-welding A spark producing tool - Correct answer-requires a Fire Guard Soldering and brazing temperatures are typically - Correct answer-840 degrees Fahrenheit Oxy-Acetylene can generate a temperature of up to - Correct answer-6000 degrees Fahrenheit An area exposed to sparks, hot slag, radiant heat, or convective heat as a result of welding is called a - Correct answer-Hot Work Area A person holding a Certificate of Fitness who is trained and responsible for maintaining a fire watch is known as a - Correct answer-Fire Guard Most fires are the result of - Correct answer-sparks What should you do if ice buildup occurs on the gas cylinder itself? - Correct answer-call 911 immediately If a Certificate of Fitness holder discovers that an oxygen regulator is defective, they should - Correct answer-take it out of service If a gas container is unmarked, the certificate of fitness holder should - Correct answer-take the cylinder out of service What tank condition would be cause to remove it from service? - Correct answer-the pressure relief valve shows visible damage A control valve should be - Correct answer-opened by hand Persons conducting Torch Operations must possess a current - Correct answer-G-60 Certificate of Fitness A rapid, persistent chemical reaction that releases heat and light, especially the burning of a combustible substance in the presence of oxygen. - Correct answer-A Fire A class B fire extinguisher fights fires from - Correct answer-oil A written statement issued by the commissioner certifying that the person to whom it is issued has passed an examination as to his or her qualifications or is otherwise deemed qualified to use or supervise the storage, handling and use of a material - Correct answer-Certificate of Fitness What type of fire is a Class A fire extinguisher used on? - Correct answer-cardboard An example of a flammable material would be - Correct answer-kerosene Fire extinguishers must be maintained by a W-96 Certificate of Fitness holder every - Correct answer- year A type D fire involves - Correct answer-Combustible Metals A type of clothing that should not be worn when performing torch operations is - Correct answer-Frayed Clothing. A flame going out unexpectedly and creating a popping sound is known as - Correct answer-Backfire. When a cutting or welding flame burns inside a torch is known as - Correct answer-Flashback. To check for a leak one should - Correct answer-Use a soap and water solution. A fire extinguisher must be mounted - Correct answer-so that the top is not more than 5 feet off the floor A work area should be - Correct answer-Well ventilated. To extinguish a fire - Correct answer-Always approach the fire from upwind. How should a gas cylinder be stored? - Correct answer-Upright and not on shelves. In the case of any fire, - Correct answer-The FDNY must be notified. Acetylene valves should not be opened more than - Correct answer-1 1/2 turns "SCF" stands for - Correct answer-Standard Cubic Feet A Certificate of Fitness Holder must keep his or her certificate - Correct answer-On their person. A Citywide permit is valid for up to - Correct answer-30 Days A hot work permit is required for - Correct answer-Welding. A spark producing tool - Correct answer-Requires a Fire Guard. To prevent injury hoses should be - Correct answer-As short as practical. The oxygen cylinder - Correct answer-is made of steel and contains 100% oxygen. A compressed gas container must - Correct answer-Not be rolled on its side. An area exposed to sparks, hot slag, radiant heat, or convective heat as a result of welding is called a - Correct answer-Hot work area. Hot Work - Correct answer-Cutting, welding, thermit welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, thermal spraying, thawing pipe, cad welding, installation of torch-applied system, or any other similar operation or activity. Torch Applied Roof-System - Correct answer-Bituminous roofing systems using membranes that are adhered by heating with a torch and melting asphalt back coating instead of mopping hot asphalt for adhesion. Egress - Correct answer-A means of exit from a fire or other emergency. Single Action fire alarm pull station - Correct answer-requires the user to simply pull a lever or break glass to activate the alarm. This type is commonly used indoors. Double Action fire alarm pull station - Correct answer-Double Action fire alarm pull station- requires the user to take two steps in order to activate the alarm such as lifting a cover and then pulling a lever. This type of alarm is commonly used outside. All gas containers and the related equipment - Correct answer-must be protected from extreme temperature and physical damage. Any single standard portable LPG container must not exceed - Correct answer-100 lbs in weight. Any single CNG container must not exceed - Correct answer-381 SCF. Permits shall be readily available on the premise for inspection by - Correct answer-Fire Department representatives. NFPA stands for - Correct answer-National Fire Protection Association. Most common fuel gases used in blowtorches are - Correct answer-LPG (e.g. butane, propane), natural gas (methane) (either CNG or piped natural gas). A fire guard is responsible for - Correct answer-overseeing torch operations. The pre-hot work check must be conducted by - Correct answer-the responsible person before hot work is authorized and at least once per day. The check reports must be kept at the work site - Correct answer-maintained on the premises for a minimum of 48 hours after work is complete. Exhaust fans - Correct answer-may be used to draw the fumes away from the work area The workers should - Correct answer-wear flame resistant gloves and aprons and should not be worm Clothing with pockets or cuffs