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Revised 3-25-19 (updated PFE)FIRE DEPARTMENT CITY OF NEW YORKSTUDY MATERIAL FOR THE EXAMINATION FORCERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FORF-80 Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm System inHomeless Shelters (Premise Related)FDNY is posting this study material for public to use as “a reference guide”All applicants are required to attend the class and bring a certificate of completion fromFDNY approved school to take FDNY F-80 certificate of Fitness written exam”
ContentsNOTICE OF EXAMINATION . 41. Introduction . 162. Definitions and Terminology . 193. Fires in Homeless Shelters . 244. Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems Responsibilities. 284.1 Fire Guards . 295. Emergency Preparedness Plan . 305.1 Emergency Preparedness Plan Content . 315.2 Periodic Inspection . 326. Fire and Emergency Preparedness (FEP) Staff Training . 336.1 Staff Training Content . 337. Emergency Drills . 357.1 Drill Procedure . 367.2 Participation in Drills . 387.3 Frequency of Drills . 408. People in Shelters Who Require Assistance . 418.1 Special Needs Occupants . 418.2 English as Second Language (ESL) Occupants . 419. Emergency Procedures . 4210. Fire Alarm Systems . 4310.1 Components of the Fire Alarm System . 4310.2 Fire Alarm System Power Supplies . 4510.3 Types of Fire Alarm Initiating Devices . 4610.4 Manual or pull station alarm-initiating devices: . 4810.5 Carbon Monoxide Alarms . 5110.6 Carbon Monoxide Detectors. 5110.7 Sprinkler Water Flow Detector . 5110.8 Supervisory Devices . 5210.9 Sub-System . 5310.10 Audio and Visual Notification Devices . 5310.11 Communication System. 5510.12 Central Station Transmitter . 5511. Sprinkler Systems . 5612. Standpipe Systems . 5713. Test, Inspection and Repair Procedures for Fire Alarm Systems . 5813.1 Building Fire Protection Features Normally Activated By Fire Alarm Systems . 5814. Out of Service Situations . 5914.1 Planned Removal from Service . 5914.2 Unplanned Out of Service Condition . 6014.3 Fire Watch . 6014.4 Restoring systems to service . 6115. Portable Fire Extinguishers . 6115.1 Different Types of Portable Fire Extinguishers. 6215.2 Labeling . 6515.3 Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspections . 6615.4 Portable Fire Extinguisher Tags . 6716. Recordkeeping . 692
17. Safety in Shelters . 7017.1 Buildings Temporarily Occupied as Emergency Shelters . 7117.2 Elevators . 7417.3 Medical Emergency . 7417.4 Bomb or other explosion threats. 7517.5 Chemical incident or release . 7518. Common Problems in Shelters . 76Appendix A . 793
Title:NOTICE OF EXAMINATIONExamination for Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator ofFire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters (F-80)Date of Exam: Written tests are administered Monday through Friday (except legalholidays) at 2:45 PM: by appointment only. Starting processing timefor a test is 2:45 PM. No test will be administered to applicants whoarrive after the 3:00 PM. To schedule an individual or groupappointment, please use this link S FOR WRITTEN EXAMApplicants must be at least 18 years of age and must have a reasonable understandingof the English language. Applicants must apply the exam in person and bring thefollowing materials and required fee:1. Applicant must provide two forms of identifications; at least one identificationmust be government issued photo identification, such as a State-issued Driver’sLicense or Non Driver’s License or a passport.2. Applicants must present a completed application for certificate of fitness ds/pdf/business/cof-application-form.pdf3. Applicants who are not currently employed may take the test without submittingthe F-80 Verification Letter or F-80 Application. If the applicants pass the test,FDNY will issue a temporary letter with a picture for job seeking purposes. The Cof F card will not be issued until the applicant is employed and submits both theF-80 Verification Letter and F-80 Application.4. Special requirements for F-80 test:1) A valid unexpired School Graduation DiplomaPrior to taking the FDNY computer based examination, all applicants shallsatisfactorily complete an approved course for Coordinator of Fire Safety &Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters from a FDNY accredited school.The complete list of FDNY accredited schools can be found in the following Applicants must attend all training classes to be eligible to take the trainingcourse’s final examination. School Graduation Diploma will be issued after thecandidates obtain a passing score of 70% on the Graduation Test. Candidatesshall be allowed two (2) opportunities to pass the Graduation Test. Candidateswho fail the final examination on the second attempt shall be required to reattend the course in its entirety. The Graduation Diploma is valid for onlyone (1) year in order to take the FDNY computer based exam (F-80).2) Verification letterApplicants must present a verification letter from his/her employer , , shelterdirector or the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). The letter must benotarized. The sample verification letter is provided on the following page.4
3) F-80 application formApplicants must present the F-80 application form compelted by his/heremployer, shelter director or the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). Theform must be notarized. The F-80 application form is provided on the followingpage.4) Audit requirementsThe FDNY reserves the right to verify the contents of both the F-80 VerificationLetter and the F-80 Application immediately after submission by performing anunannounced audit of the contents of the letter. This audit will occur at theshelter location(s) in which the F-80 applicant is employed.5) Two homeless shelters onlyF-80Certificate of Fitness holders can only be certified in two homeless shelterlocations at one time without applying for a variance. You must apply for avariance with the FDNY requesting permission to work at three or morelocations. Both the F-80 Letter of Verification and the F-80 Application for eachindividual location are required.6) Exemption from S-95/F-53 Certificate of Fitness Individuals who are certified for the F-80 Certificate of Fitness will beexempt from having to obtain a separate S-95 or F-53 Certificate ofFitness for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems and Other Related Systems.This exemption is for Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems inHomeless Shelters who work in shelters only. The applicants who pass the F-53 Certificate of Fitness test are allowed toobtain the S-95 Certification of Fitness for another premisese without takingthe S-95 exam. However, employer recommendation letter (refer to the NOEof S-95) and payment ( 25) are still required.7) Current F-24 Certificate of Fitness holdersAfter July 31, 2014, the F-24 Certificate of Fitness will no longer be recognized.F-24 C of F holders must surrender their Certificate of Fitness for a premiserelated F-80 Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systemsin Homeless Shelters prior to July 31, 2014.5
Revised 3-25-19 (updated PFE)F-80 Verification LetterFire DepartmentBureau of Fire Prevention9 Metro Tech CenterBrooklyn, NY 11201-3857Date:Dear Sir/Madam:I am pleased to recommendto apply for an F-80 Certificate of Fitness(Name of Applicant)for Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters. He/she has (Years/Months) of relevantexperience. After obtaining his/her F-80 Certificate of Fitness, this applicant will be employed at thefollowing shelter:Shelter name:Address of the shelter:(Street Address)(City)(State)(Zip Code)during the following regular shifts (include days of the week and times):is of good character and is physically able to perform the functions(Name of Applicant)required by the F-80 Certificate of Fitness. By signing below, I acknowledge that all of the above statementsare true to the best of my personal knowledge. Any intentional falsification of this letter can be grounds forthe denial, non-renewal, suspension or revocation of the F-80 Certificate of Fitness as applies to both theapplicant and the signee.Printed Name of EmployerJob Title/DHS Representative /Shelter Director- -Contact Phone numberNOTARY PUBLIC: [Notary Seal]Signature of Employer//DHS Representative/Shelter Director(Sign only before a Notary)Signature of NotaryPrinted name of NotaryMy commission expires:/ /
FIRE DEPARTMENT – CITY OF NEW YORKBUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION, PUBLIC CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION UNIT9 METROTECH CENTER, BROOKLYN, NY 11201-3857F-80 APPLICATIONPlease print or type the information below. This form must be notarized.This form must be completed by the Employer, DHS Representative or the Shelter Director whowitnessed that the applicant successfully performed the functions listed in this form.Section A - Premises VerificationDoes the shelter in which is employed have a Fire Alarm System?(Name of Applicant) No(If “No” is marked, the shelter does NOT require a F-80 C of F holder) Yes(If “YES” is marked, the entire application form must be completed)Please select the type of Fire Alarm System installed in the shelter: Interior Fire Alarm (IFA) system without voice communication Interior Fire Alarm (IFA) system with one-way voice communication Interior Fire Alarm (IFA) system with two-way voice communication other, please specify:Section B - Applicant InformationApplicant’s name: ,(last name)(first name)Shelter Name:Address of the shelter:(Street Address)(City)(State)(Zip Code)Public Phone Number: ( ) -Public E-mail: @The applicant MUST satisfactorily COMPLETED the training course for coordinator of fire safety & alarmsystems in homeless shelters from a FDNY accredited school. The complete list of FDNY accreditedschools can be found in the following Please attach the original and copy of the graduation certificate from the school.NAME OF THE SCHOOLDate of Completion7
Section C - Fire alarm system and elevator operationsFunctionPersonally witnessedAll items must be marked “yes” or “N/A” to proceedMake a public address announcement throughout Yesthe building, in the stairway(s), & on individualAcknowledge signals at the fire alarm control panel N/A, because:⃝ there is no voice communication system.⃝ other:(please specify) YesPlace the fire alarm system off line N/A, because:⃝ there is no indicator designed to be showedon the panel.⃝ other:(please specify) YesPlace the fire alarm system on line N/A, because:⃝ the system is NOT monitored by a centralstation.⃝ other:( please specify) YesCommunicate with FEP staff utilizing the method N/A, because:⃝ the system is NOT monitored by a centralstation.⃝ other:( please specify) Yesfloorsdesignated for an emergency (radio, intercom, etc.)Silence the fire tones throughout the building YesReset the fire command center N/A, because:⃝ the system cannot be silenced.⃝ other:( please specify) YesPhase I elevator operation YesPhase II elevator operation N/A, because:⃝ there is no elevator in the shelter.⃝ other:( please specify) Yes N/A, because:⃝ there is no elevator in the shelter.⃝ other:( please specify)8InitialsDate
Section D - AffidavitI, , hereby swear that on I have personally(Name of Signee)(MM/DD/YY)witnessed the applicant demonstrated and performed all of the functions related to the Fire Alarm Systemand elevator operations of the shelter that the applicant will be employed.On this day of , in the year , I have hereunto affixedmy signature and I affirm that all statements made on this application (including any attached papers) aretrue under the penalties of perjury. I understand that all statements made in connection with the applicationare subject to investigation and verification. I understand that any intentional falsification of this letter can begrounds for the denial, non-renewal, suspension or revocation of the F-80 Certificate of Fitness as applies toboth the applicant and the signee.Printed Name of EmployerJob Title/DHS Representative /Shelter Director- -Contact Phone numberSignature of Employer//DHS Representative/Shelter Director(Sign only before a Notary)NOTARY PUBLIC: [Notary Seal]Signature of NotaryPrinted name of NotaryMy commission expires: / /9
Revised 3-25-19 (updated PFE)5. APPLICATION FEE:Pay the 25 application fee in person by one of the following methods: Cash Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) Debit card (MasterCard or Visa) Personal or company check or money order (made payable to theNew York City Fire Department)For fee waivers submit: (Only government employees who will usetheir C of F for their work- related responsibilities are eligible forfee waivers.) A letter requesting fee waiver on the Agency’s officialletterhead stating applicant full name, exam type and addressof premises; AND Copy of identification card issued by the agencyA convenience fee of 2 % will be applied to all credit card payments.EXAM INFORMATIONThe F-80 exam will consist of 50 multiple-choice questions, administered on a“touch screen” computer monitor. It is a time-limit exam. Based on the amountof the questions, you will have 75 minutes to complete the test. A passing scoreof at least 70% is required in order to secure a Certificate of Fitness.Call (718) 999-1988 for additional information and forms.Applicants have two opportunities to pass the F-80 Certificate of FitnessExamination. Applicants who fail the examination twice are required tore-take the approved course for Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systemsin Homeless Shelters. Applicants must submit proof of course completion tothe FDNY in order to schedule an appointment to take the examination for athird time.Please always check for the latest revised booklet at FDNY website before youtake the /business/cof-f80-noe-study-materials.pdfIf all the requirements are meet and pass the exam a certificate will be issuedthe same day. Applicant who fails the exam will receive a failure report. Toretake the exam applicants will need to submit a new application and payment.OTHER RELATED FEESTo change a mailing address: Submit a letter requesting the change of mailing address and a copy ofyour C of F with 5.00 fee.
To change a work location,Submit a letter from your current employer (on company letterhead) confirmingthat you are an employee and stating your new work location with a copy ofyour C of F and a 5.00 fee. Applicants must also submit an F-80 VerificationLetter and an F-80 Application completed by their current employer, shelterdirector or the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). Both must be onofficial letterhead and must be notarized. Please reference to the previouspages for sample documents.To request a replacement certificate:Submit a driver’s license or passport, social security number, mailing addressand a 5.00 fee.RENEWAL REQUIREMENTSThis Certificate of Fitness must be renewed every THREE YEARS. The renewalfee is 15. FDNY also reserves the right to require the applicants to take a reexamination within a particular timeframe. The FDNY may also require thatCoordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters completerefresher training at any time deemed appropriate by the Fire Department.You will receive a courtesy notice of renewal 90 days before the expiration date.However, it is your responsibility to renew your Certificate. It is very importantto renew your C of F before it expires. Renewals submitted 90 days (up to oneyear) after the expiration date will incur a 25 penalty in addition to therenewal fee. Certificates expired over one year past expiration date will not berenewed. New exams will be required.The certificate can be renewed On-line, by Mail or in Person. Renewal onlineIf you are an individual, make sure you have your 12 digit Certificate of FitnessAccess ID. This can be found on your Renewal Notice. If you do not have yourRenewal Notice, your Access ID is your 8 digit Certificate of Fitness numberand the last four digits of your social security number. If you are submittingrenewals on behalf of a company's employees, the company must be approvedby FDNY and have an 8 digit Company Code. To request approval, emailpubrenew@fdny.nyc.gov.Renewal fee can be paid by one of the following methods: Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) Debit card (MasterCard or Visa) E-checkA fee exempted applicants cannot renew online only by mail or in person.If all the requirements are met, the certificate of fitness will be mailed outwithin 10 days.11
For online renewal go to: https://a836-citypay.nyc.gov/citypay/FDNYCOF Renewal by mailMail your Renewal Notice (or if you did not receive a Renewal Notice, a copy ofyour certificate), along with your fee payment, Personal or company check ormoney order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)For fee waivers submit: (Only government employees who will use their C ofF for their work- related responsibilities are eligible for fee waivers.) A letter requesting fee waiver on the Agency’s official letterhead statingapplicant full name, exam type and address of premises; AND Copy of identification card issued by the agency and if applicable,supporting documents to:NYC Fire Department (FDNY)Cashier's Unit9 MetroTech Center, 1st FloorBrooklyn, NY 11201If all the requirements are met, the certificate of fitness will be mailed outwithin four to six weeks. Renewal in personSubmit your Renewal Notice (or if you did not receive a Renewal Notice, a copyof your certificate), along with your fee payment by one of the followingmethods: Cash Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) Debit card (MasterCard or Visa) Personal or company check or money order (made payable to the NewYork City Fire Department)For fee waivers submit: (Only government employees who will use their C ofF for his or her work-related responsibilities are eligible for fee waivers.) A letter requesting fee waiver on the Agency’s official letterhead statingapplicant full name, exam type and address of premises; AND Copy of identification card issued by the agency and if applicable,your supporting documents to:NYC Fire Department (FDNY)Cashier's Unit9 MetroTech Center, 1st FloorBrooklyn, NY 11201If all the requirements are met, the certificate of fitness will be issued the sameday.A convenience fee of 2 % will be applied to all credit card payments fororiginal or renewal certificates.12
EXAM SITE: FDNY Headquarters, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY. Enterthrough the Flatbush Avenue entrance (between MyrtleAvenue and Tech Place).13
SAMPLE EXAM QUESTIONSWhich of the following are allowed to be used while taking a Certificate ofFitness examination at 9 Metro Tech Center?I. cellular phoneII. study material bookletIII. reference material provided by the FDNYIV. mp3 playerA. III onlyB. I, II, and IIIC. II and IVD. I onlyOnly reference material provided by the FDNY is allowed to be used during Certificateof Fitness examinations. Therefore, the correct answer would be A. You would touch“A” on the computer terminal screen.If the screen on your computer terminal freezes during your examination, whoshould you ask for help?A. the person next to youB. the firefightersC. the examiner in the testing roomD. the computer help deskIf you have a computer related question, you should ask the examiner in the testingroom. Therefore, the correct answer would be C. You would touch “C” on thecomputer terminal screen.If you do not know the answer to a question while taking an examination, whoshould you ask for help?A. the person next to youB. the firefightersC. the examiner in the testing roomD. you should not ask about test questions since FDNY staff can not assist applicantsYou should not ask about examination questions or answers since FDNY staff cannotassist applicants with their tests. Therefore, the correct answer would be D. Youwould touch "D" on the computer terminal screen.14
Study Material and Test DescriptionThis study material contains information you will need to prepare for the examinationfor the F-80 Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems inHomeless Shelters.This study material will not be provided to you during the test. It is critical thatyou read and understand this booklet to help increase your chance of passingthis examination. The study material does not contain all of the information youneed to know to perform the duties of a Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarm Systems inHomeless Shelters. It is your responsibility to become familiar with all applicable rulesand regulations of the New York City Fire Department, even if they are not covered inthis study material. You need to be familiar with the New York City Fire Code, the NewYork City Building Code, National Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA) 10, 25,72 and the Rules of the Fire Department of the City of New York in order to adequatelyprepare for the examination. You are responsible for checking the Certificate ofFitness page on the FDNY website for the most current study materials prior totaking the examination as the study material is periodically updated.About the TestAll questions on the Certificate of Fitness examination are of the multiple choice typewith four alternative answers to each question. Only one answer is most correct foreach question. If you do not answer a question or if you mark more than onealternative your answer will be scored as incorrect. Read each question carefullybefore marking your answer. There is no penalty for guessing. You will take theexamination on a touch screen computer monitor. Applicants will receive their scoresimmediately at the conclusion of the test. A passing score of at least 70% is requiredin order to secure a Certificate of Fitness. There are 50 multiple choice questions onthe examination. Call (718) 999-1988 or visit the FDNY website for additionalinformation and forms.Additional InformationFor more detailed information regarding the test process, rules during testing, adownloadable version of the certificate of fitness application, certificate of fitnessrequirements, mail-in instructions, a schedule of fees, and any other information thatmay not be included in these study materials, please visit the link below.Certificate of Fitness -certifications/certificates-of-fitness.page15
1. IntroductionAn approved fire alarm system might typically be found in assemblyoccupancies (e.g. theaters, school auditoriums), business occupancies,education occupancies, factories, malls, hotels, etc. Any approved fire alarmsystem must be supervised by a Certificate of Fitness holder depending uponthe nature of the occupancy and/or the type of fire alarm system. See the tablebelow for various examples.Fire alarm system and/or building occupancyC of F requirementFire alarm system has two-way voice communicationFLSDsystem with warden phoneFire alarm system installed in a commercial/mixed highFLSDrise buildingFire alarm system with one and/or two wayFLSDcommunication, installed in a hotel building contains 50or more sleeping rooms above ground floor.Fire alarm system in a homeless shelter not requiring aF-80FLSDFire alarm system with one way communication systemF-53(public announcement system), no
STUDY MATERIAL FOR THE EXAMINATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS FOR F-80 Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm System in Homeless Shelters (Premise Related) FDNY is posting this study material for public to use as “a reference guide” All applicants are required to at
