F60 Fire Guard Responsibilities 2

Question 1

How far in advance must a fire guard arrive at the work site before torch operations begin?

Accepted Answer

At least 30 minutes before operations begin

Answer

At the same time as the torch operator

Answer

At least 1 hour before operations begin

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At least 15 minutes before operations begin

Question 2

During torch operations, where must the fire guard be positioned?

Accepted Answer

In direct visual contact with the torch operator and work area

Answer

Outside the building monitoring exits

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At the nearest fire extinguisher location

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At the building's main fire alarm panel

Question 3

A fire guard observes that combustible materials cannot be moved away from the torch work area. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Cover the combustibles with fire-resistant shields before work begins

Answer

Proceed with operations and monitor closely

Answer

Wet down the combustible materials with water

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Notify the torch operator to work faster to reduce exposure time

Question 4

After torch operations are completed, how long must the fire guard remain on site for a fire watch?

Accepted Answer

1 hour

Answer

15 minutes

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30 minutes

Answer

Until the next day's inspection

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the fire guard during torch operations?

Accepted Answer

Operating the torch when the operator takes a break

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Maintaining a charged hose or fire extinguisher ready for use

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Monitoring for smoke or fire in the work area

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Knowing the location of the nearest fire alarm pull station

Question 6

What should a fire guard do if they discover a fire starting in a wall cavity after torch work?

Accepted Answer

Immediately activate the fire alarm and attempt to extinguish if small and safe to do so

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Wait to see if it self-extinguishes before calling for help

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Notify the building owner only

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Continue monitoring and log the time the smoke was first observed

Question 7

The fire guard's Certificate of Fitness (F-60) must be available:

Accepted Answer

On their person at the work site during all torch operations

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Kept at the fire guard's home address

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Filed with the building management office only

Answer

Submitted to FDNY headquarters before each job