Roles and Responsibilities Flashcards
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An FLSD receives a report of smoke on the 22nd floor but the fire alarm has not activated. What should the FLSD do first?
Answer: Investigate the report immediately and initiate emergency procedures if smoke is confirmed
The FLSD must personally investigate smoke reports immediately and initiate appropriate emergency procedures if smoke or fire is confirmed, not wait for alarm confirmation.
Which of the following best describes 'defend in place' as it relates to the FLSD's role?
Answer: A strategy where certain occupants, such as those in healthcare facilities, remain in protected areas rather than evacuating
'Defend in place' is a strategy used especially in healthcare or assisted-living settings where moving patients could cause greater harm, and the FLSD must know when it applies.
What is the FLSD's responsibility concerning posted fire safety notices in the building?
Answer: The FLSD must ensure required fire safety notices are posted and remain legible in required locations
The FLSD is responsible for ensuring all required fire safety notices are properly posted and maintained in legible condition in required locations such as elevators and stairwells.
During a high-rise fire, which floor is typically the first priority for evacuation?
Answer: The fire floor and the floors immediately above it
Standard high-rise fire evacuation protocol prioritizes the fire floor and the floors immediately above it, as those occupants face the greatest immediate danger.
What action must an FLSD take if a required fire safety system, such as a sprinkler system, is taken out of service for repairs?
Answer: Implement an approved fire watch and notify the FDNY as required by code
When a required fire protection system is impaired, the FLSD must implement an approved fire watch and notify the FDNY per fire code requirements.
How does the FLSD's role differ from that of a floor warden?
Answer: The FLSD oversees building-wide fire safety operations while floor wardens manage emergency response on their assigned floor
The FLSD holds overall command of building-wide fire safety operations and coordinates with the fire department, while floor wardens execute emergency procedures on their specific assigned floors.
Which record is the FLSD required to maintain regarding fire safety training?
Answer: A log documenting all fire safety training conducted, including dates, participants, and topics covered
The FLSD must maintain a detailed training log recording all fire safety training activities, including dates, participants, and topics, which may be reviewed by the FDNY.