F-02 Basic 4

Question 1

What information must a fireguard record each time they complete a patrol of the premises?

Accepted Answer

Time of the inspection and any hazardous conditions found or corrected

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Names of all employees present

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Inventory of all fire extinguishers by serial number

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Weather conditions outside the building

Question 2

A sprinkler head is found to be painted over. Why is this a serious fire hazard?

Accepted Answer

Paint can block the heat-sensitive element, preventing the sprinkler from activating

Answer

Paint causes the sprinkler to corrode faster

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Painted sprinklers discharge more water than necessary

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Paint changes the color code that identifies water pressure

Question 3

During a fire emergency, which group of occupants should be given evacuation priority?

Accepted Answer

Persons with mobility impairments or disabilities

Answer

Senior management and executives

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Employees nearest the exit

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Visitors unfamiliar with the building

Question 4

What does a red tag on a fire extinguisher typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

The extinguisher has been inspected and is out of service or needs maintenance

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The extinguisher is fully charged and ready for use

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The extinguisher contains Class B agent

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The extinguisher is reserved for kitchen use only

Question 5

Which condition would cause an automatic fire sprinkler system to activate?

Accepted Answer

Sufficient heat at the sprinkler head to melt the fusible element or break the glass bulb

Answer

Presence of smoke in the corridor

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Activation of the manual pull station

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A power outage in the building

Question 6

A fireguard is conducting a fire watch in a building where the fire alarm system is out of service. What additional measure is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Conducting more frequent patrols and being prepared to manually notify occupants

Answer

Increasing the number of fire extinguishers on each floor

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Locking all fire doors in the open position

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Disabling the HVAC system until repairs are complete

Question 7

Which of the following best defines a 'Certificate of Fitness' as required by the FDNY?

Accepted Answer

An FDNY-issued permit authorizing an individual to perform specific fire safety duties

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A physical fitness certification for fire department personnel

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A building permit required before construction begins

Answer

A certificate issued by the fire marshal after a successful inspection