F89 F89 Communication Systems and Emergency Notifications Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary function of the voice evacuation system (public address system) in a high-rise building during a fire?

Accepted Answer

To provide clear verbal instructions to occupants during an emergency

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To replace the fire alarm horn entirely

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To communicate with the FDNY automatically

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To activate sprinklers on affected floors

Question 2

In a NYC high-rise, which floors are typically notified by the voice evacuation system when a fire alarm activates on a specific floor?

Accepted Answer

The fire floor, the floor above, and the floor below

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The entire building simultaneously

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Only the fire floor

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The fire floor and all floors above it

Question 3

What is a 'Class E' fire alarm system in a New York City high-rise?

Accepted Answer

An integrated fire alarm system with voice communication designed for buildings over 75 feet

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A manual pull station system only

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A sprinkler-only system for commercial buildings

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A system used exclusively in residential towers

Question 4

Where is the fire command station (lobby command board) typically located in a NYC high-rise building?

Accepted Answer

In the main building lobby, accessible to the FLSD and FDNY

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On the roof

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In the basement mechanical room

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Adjacent to the fire pump room

Question 5

When the FLSD uses the public address system during an emergency, what key information should be communicated first?

Accepted Answer

The type of emergency, affected location, and specific instructions for occupants

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The identity of the FLSD speaking

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A general reassurance that the situation is under control

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The estimated arrival time of the fire department

Question 6

What does the FLSD do if the public address system fails during a fire emergency?

Accepted Answer

Use fire wardens with bullhorns or direct communication to relay instructions floor by floor

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Cancel the evacuation until repairs are made

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Rely solely on the building's fire alarm horn

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Wait for the FDNY to bring their own communication equipment