F89 Fire Code Compliance 3

Question 1

What documentation must be maintained at the fire command station for FDNY inspection?

Accepted Answer

Fire Safety Plan, building information cards, fire drill records, inspection reports, and fire safety staff listings

Answer

Only the Certificate of Occupancy

Answer

Tenant lease agreements and insurance certificates

Answer

Building architectural drawings only

Question 2

What is the required fire resistance rating for exit stairwell enclosures in buildings over 4 stories?

Accepted Answer

2 hours

Answer

1 hour

Answer

30 minutes

Answer

3 hours

Question 3

What penalty can the FDNY impose for failure to conduct required fire drills?

Accepted Answer

Civil penalties (fines) and potential criminal charges for repeated violations

Answer

A warning letter only

Answer

Revocation of the building's insurance

Answer

Mandatory building closure

Question 4

Under NYC Fire Code, what is the minimum number of exits required for a floor with an occupant load of 500 or more?

Accepted Answer

4 exits

Answer

2 exits

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3 exits

Answer

5 exits

Question 5

What is the purpose of a fire safety inspection conducted by the building's FLSD?

Accepted Answer

To identify and correct fire hazards, verify fire protection systems, and ensure code compliance on an ongoing basis

Answer

To replace FDNY inspections

Answer

To satisfy insurance company requirements only

Answer

To prepare for annual FDNY permit renewal only

Question 6

What are self-closing doors required on in a high-rise building?

Accepted Answer

On all fire-rated door assemblies including stairwell, corridor, and shaft doors

Answer

Only on the main entrance

Answer

Only on stairwell doors at the roof level

Answer

Only on doors leading to mechanical rooms