FLSD Safety Emergency Response 2

Question 1

The FLSD's role at the fire command station when FDNY arrives is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Remaining at the FCS to assist FDNY with building systems, communications, and information

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Stepping back and allowing FDNY to take over all FCS operations

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Transferring all FLSD authority to the FDNY battalion chief

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Recording FDNY actions for later report to building management

Question 2

NYC Fire Code requires that the FLSD be present in the building during which hours?

Accepted Answer

All hours the building is occupied, with a qualified deputy always on duty

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24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Only during normal business hours (9 AM to 5 PM on weekdays)

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Only when there is a scheduled fire drill or FDNY inspection

Question 3

During a fire emergency, a floor warden reports that 40 people are using the stairwell and it is becoming dangerously congested. The FLSD should:

Accepted Answer

Announce via PA for occupants to hold at the next landing until congestion clears, or redirect to an alternate stairwell

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Tell everyone to run faster to clear the congestion

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Tell people to use the elevators to speed up evacuation

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Instruct the floor warden to physically push people through the stairwell

Question 4

What is the significance of the FDNY battalion chief designating a 'staging area' during a high-rise fire response?

Accepted Answer

It is where FDNY positions equipment and personnel for deployment to the fire floor

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It is where all building occupants must assemble for accountability

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It is the area where injured occupants receive first aid

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It is the location where the FLSD must go during FDNY operations

Question 5

A deputy fire safety director is performing FLSD duties and encounters an emergency they are unsure how to handle. They should:

Accepted Answer

Contact the FLSD immediately for guidance while continuing to take appropriate immediate actions

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Handle the situation as best they can without contacting the FLSD to avoid appearing incompetent

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Evacuate the building and call 911 for any uncertain situation

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Wait for the FLSD to return before taking any action

Question 6

The FLSD notices that a fire extinguisher has been partially discharged and its pressure gauge is in the 'recharge' zone. The FLSD should:

Accepted Answer

Tag the extinguisher as out of service and arrange immediate professional recharging or replacement

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Recharge the extinguisher using a CO2 cartridge from the maintenance room

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Leave the extinguisher in place until the annual inspection when it can be recharged

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Mark the extinguisher with tape to indicate it has been used and may be partially effective