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Emergency Procedures Flashcards

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  1. What is the maximum distance an occupant should have to travel to reach an exit in most NYC commercial buildings?

    Answer: 200 feet

    NYC Building Code generally limits the maximum travel distance to an exit to 200 feet in sprinklered buildings, ensuring occupants can reach safety within a reasonable time.

  2. During a fire watch, what should the F-02 guard do if they smell gas?

    Answer: Immediately evacuate the area, avoid using electrical switches, and call 911

    Gas leaks create explosion risks. The guard should evacuate immediately, avoid any ignition sources including electrical switches, and call 911 from a safe location.

  3. What color is the EXIT sign required to be in NYC buildings?

    Answer: Red

    NYC Fire Code requires EXIT signs to be red, which differs from the International Building Code standard of green. This is a specific NYC requirement.

  4. What is the minimum width required for a means of egress corridor in NYC?

    Answer: 44 inches

    NYC Building Code requires a minimum corridor width of 44 inches for means of egress serving an occupant load of 50 or more in most commercial buildings.

  5. An F-02 Fire Guard discovers a blocked fire exit during patrol. What action should they take?

    Answer: Immediately clear the obstruction and report the violation

    Blocked fire exits are serious life-safety violations. The guard must immediately clear the obstruction if possible and report it to building management and document it in the log.

  6. What type of door is required for fire-rated stairwell enclosures?

    Answer: A self-closing fire-rated door

    Stairwell enclosures in fire-rated assemblies must have self-closing fire-rated doors that maintain the fire resistance of the enclosure and prevent smoke spread.