F60 Torch Operation Safety 2

Question 1

When torch operations are performed near combustible materials that cannot be removed, what is the MINIMUM required distance of the fire guard's standby position?

Accepted Answer

Close enough to observe the operation and respond immediately

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Within arm's reach of the torch operator

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At least 50 feet away to avoid torch fumes

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Outside the building at the nearest exit

Question 2

A fire guard notices a small ember from torch operations has landed on a cardboard box 10 feet away. What is the correct immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Extinguish the ember immediately using available suppression equipment

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Wait 30 minutes to see if it develops into a fire

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Notify the torch operator only

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Evacuate the area and call 911 before addressing it

Question 3

Under NYC regulations, torch operations on a roof must cease at what point relative to sunset?

Accepted Answer

One hour before sunset

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At sunset

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30 minutes before sunset

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When natural lighting becomes insufficient for safe work

Question 4

Which type of fire extinguisher is MOST appropriate for a fire guard to have readily available during torch operations on a bituminous roof?

Accepted Answer

2.5-gallon water extinguisher or dry chemical ABC extinguisher

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Class D extinguisher

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Class K extinguisher

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CO2 extinguisher only

Question 5

What must a fire guard do if the torch operator leaves the work area temporarily during a job?

Accepted Answer

Maintain the fire watch until the operator returns and work resumes

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Continue the fire watch and also operate the torch to save time

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The fire guard may also leave since operations are paused

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Lock the torch equipment and report to the building manager

Question 6

How should a fire guard document the fire watch period at the completion of torch operations?

Accepted Answer

Enter the start time, end time, and observations in the required log or permit

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No documentation is required if no fire occurred

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Send a text message to the supervisor

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File a report only if an ignition was detected

Question 7

During torch operations in a building, which of the following actions by the fire guard would be a VIOLATION of proper procedure?

Accepted Answer

Using a mobile phone to make personal calls while on watch

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Checking all adjacent areas for heat transfer every 15 minutes

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Keeping the fire extinguisher within arm's reach

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Knowing the location of the nearest fire alarm pull station