Fire Guard Duties & Responsibilities Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes 'fire watch' as defined by FDNY rules?
Answer: Continuous observation of the work area for fire hazards during and after hot work
Fire watch means continuous, in-person observation for ignition sources, smoke, or fire throughout the operation and the post-work monitoring period.
A fire guard's Certificate of Fitness has expired. What must occur before they can legally perform fire guard duties?
Answer: Renew the certificate with FDNY before performing any fire guard duties
An expired Certificate of Fitness is invalid; the fire guard must renew through FDNY before legally performing any fire guard duties.
During a post-work fire watch, the fire guard detects a small smoldering spot. The extinguisher fully suppresses it. What must the fire guard do next?
Answer: Resume the fire watch and document the incident
After suppressing a smoldering fire, the fire guard must resume continuous watch and document the incident in the fire watch log.
What is the minimum distance combustible materials must be kept from torch operations under standard FDNY guidelines?
Answer: 35 feet
FDNY requires combustible materials to be relocated at least 35 feet from the hot work area or shielded with fire-resistant barriers.
A building has sprinklers, but a section is under maintenance and sprinklers are temporarily out of service. How does this affect fire guard duties?
Answer: Additional precautions and increased vigilance are required in the affected area
Loss of automatic suppression in any area requires heightened fire guard vigilance and may require additional precautions or work stoppage.
What action should a fire guard take if FDNY inspectors arrive at the job site during torch operations?
Answer: Produce the Certificate of Fitness and hot work permit for review
The fire guard must immediately present their Certificate of Fitness and the active hot work permit to FDNY inspectors upon request.
Which factor is the fire guard responsible for verifying on the hot work permit before torch operations begin?
Answer: That the permit is valid for the specific location and time of the work
The fire guard must confirm the permit is location-specific and time-valid before authorizing any torch operation to proceed.