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UPDATED FDNYC G60 PRACTICE EXAM
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
"A rapid, persistent chemical reaction that releases heat and light, especially the burning of a
combustible substance in the presence of oxygen. - CORRECT ANSWER A Fire"
"A class B fire extinguisher fights fires from - CORRECT ANSWER oil"
"A written statement issued by the commissioner certifying that the person to whom it is issued has passed an examination as to his or her qualifications or is otherwise deemed qualified to use
or supervise the storage, handling and use of a material - CORRECT ANSWER Certificate of
Fitness"
"Fire extinguishers must be maintained by a W-96 Certificate of Fitness holder every - CORRECT
ANSWER year"
"A compressed gas container must - CORRECT ANSWER Not be rolled on its side."
"An area exposed to sparks, hot slag, radiant heat, or convective heat as a result of welding is
called a - CORRECT ANSWER Hot work area."
"Fuel gas or oxygen containers in storage must be separated from any combustible materials by a
minimum distance of - CORRECT ANSWER 20 feet."
"Single Action fire alarm pull station - CORRECT ANSWER requires the user to simply pull a
lever or break glass to activate the alarm. This type is commonly used indoors."
"Double Action fire alarm pull station - CORRECT ANSWER Double Action fire alarm pull
station- requires the user to take two steps in order to activate the alarm such as lifting a cover and then pulling a lever. This type of alarm is commonly used outside."
"All gas containers and the related equipment - CORRECT ANSWER must be protected from
extreme temperature and physical damage."
"if the torch operator for jewelry manufacture involves - CORRECT ANSWER any oxygen with
any fuel gas containers, the operator must be a C of F holder."
"A Certificate of Fitness Holder must keep his or her certificate - CORRECT ANSWER on their
person or otherwise readily available for inspection by any representative of the fire Department"
"The easiest way to extinguish a fire caused by a leak is to - CORRECT ANSWER close the
shutoff valve"
"For LPG, 400 SCF is - CORRECT ANSWER approximately 47 lbs"
"the number of LPG containers for the storage, use, handling or transportation, requiring a permit
- CORRECT ANSWER 14.1 oz = 54 cont. 16.4 oz = 46 cont. 20 lbs = 3 cont. 33.5 lbs = 2 cont. 40 lbs = 2 cont. 100 lbs = 1 cont." "Portable LPG containers that are more than 16.4 oz and CNG containers with a capacity greater
than 8.7 SCF - CORRECT ANSWER must NOT stored, handled, or used indoors in the following
occupancies (as defined in the Building code): residential occupancies, factory and industrial occupancies; educational occupancies; institutional occupancies, except as the commissioner may authorize by rule."
"Site-specific permit - CORRECT ANSWER may be a permanent permit or a temporary permit.
Permanent permits are valid for 12 months only"
"A city-wide permit is valid - CORRECT ANSWER up to 30 days"
"Permits shall be - CORRECT ANSWER readily available on the premise for inspection by Fire
Department representatives."
"CNG - CORRECT ANSWER Compressed Natural Gas."
"For Citywide hot work operations, the Owner of the premises must be notified in writing at least
_____ hours in advance prior to work beginning. - CORRECT ANSWER 48"
"A class A fire extinguisher fights fires from - CORRECT ANSWER Paper"
"An area exposed to sparks, hot slag, radiant heat, or convective heat as a result of welding is
called a - CORRECT ANSWER Hot Work Area"
"A person holding a Certificate of Fitness who is trained and responsible for maintaining a fire
watch is known as a - CORRECT ANSWER Fire Guard"
"Most fires are the result of - CORRECT ANSWER sparks"
"What should you do if ice buildup occurs on the gas cylinder itself? - CORRECT ANSWER call
911 immediately"
"What type of fire is a Class A fire extinguisher used on? - CORRECT ANSWER cardboard"
"An example of a flammable material would be - CORRECT ANSWER kerosene"
"A type D fire involves - CORRECT ANSWER Combustible Metals"
"A type of clothing that should not be worn when performing torch operations is - CORRECT
ANSWER Frayed Clothing."
"A flame going out unexpectedly and creating a popping sound is known as - CORRECT
ANSWER Backfire."
"A work area should be - CORRECT ANSWER Well ventilated."
"To extinguish a fire - CORRECT ANSWER Always approach the fire from upwind."
"How should a gas cylinder be stored? - CORRECT ANSWER Upright and not on shelves."
"In the case of any fire, - CORRECT ANSWER The FDNY must be notified."
"Acetylene valves should not be opened more than - CORRECT ANSWER 1 1/2 turns"
""SCF" stands for - CORRECT ANSWER Standard Cubic Feet"
"A Certificate of Fitness Holder must keep his or her certificate - CORRECT ANSWER On their
person."
"A Citywide permit is valid for up to - CORRECT ANSWER 30 Days"
"A hot work permit is required for - CORRECT ANSWER Welding."
"A spark producing tool - CORRECT ANSWER Requires a Fire Guard."
"To prevent injury hoses should be - CORRECT ANSWER As short as practical."
"The oxygen cylinder - CORRECT ANSWER is made of steel and contains 100% oxygen."
"Most fires are the result of - CORRECT ANSWER Sparks."
"Sparks and pieces of hot metal are the source of ignition in about______ of fires in industrial
occupancies. - CORRECT ANSWER 60."
"Under no circumstances can hot work be performed within _____ feet of flammable or explosive
materials. - CORRECT ANSWER 35."
"Portable LPG containers greater than ______ must not be stored in residential occupancies. -
CORRECT ANSWER 16.4 oz."
"A designated Hot Work area must be at least_______ feet away from combustible materials. -
CORRECT ANSWER 35."
"For all Hot Work, inspections must be completed_______ after completion of torch operations.
CORRECT ANSWER 30 minutes."
"A minimum ___________ rating Fire Extinguisher must be readily accessible within ________ of
the hot work location for torch operations. - CORRECT ANSWER 2-A:20-B:C, 30 feet."
"For a Torch-applied Roof System, a minimum ___________ rating Fire Extinguisher must be
readily accessible within ________. - CORRECT ANSWER 3-A: 40-B:C, 30 feet."
"The Certificate of Fitness holder - CORRECT ANSWER must regulate the pressure and flow of
oxygen and natural gas to each torch."
"Permits issued by the FDNY are required to conduct the following hot work: - CORRECT
ANSWER storing, using or handling oxygen and a flammable gas, storing, using or handling any
flammable gas (e.g. LPG or CNG or acetylene) in excess of 400 SCF. Storing, using or handling any oxidizing gas (e.g. oxygen) in excess of 504 SCF."
"Hot work authorization should be issued by the responsible person, and it - CORRECT
ANSWER must be available for inspection by any representative of the department during the
performance of the work, and for 48 hours after the work is complete"
"FDNY permits - CORRECT ANSWER will be posted in a central location and recorded in a log
book to assist in the coordination of construction related activities."
"A temporary permit to conduct torch operations is valid from - CORRECT ANSWER 1 day to
12 months"
"A hot work permit is required for - CORRECT ANSWER welding"
"A spark producing tool - CORRECT ANSWER requires a Fire Guard"
"Soldering and brazing temperatures are typically - CORRECT ANSWER 840 degrees
Fahrenheit"
"Oxy-Acetylene can generate a temperature of up to - CORRECT ANSWER 6000 degrees
Fahrenheit"
"If a Certificate of Fitness holder discovers that an oxygen regulator is defective, they should -
CORRECT ANSWER take it out of service"
"If a gas container is unmarked, the certificate of fitness holder should - CORRECT ANSWER
take the cylinder out of service"
"What tank condition would be cause to remove it from service? - CORRECT ANSWER the
pressure relief valve shows visible damage"
"A control valve should be - CORRECT ANSWER opened by hand"
"Persons conducting Torch Operations must possess a current - CORRECT ANSWER G-
Certificate of Fitness"
"When a cutting or welding flame burns inside a torch is known as - CORRECT ANSWER
Flashback."
"To check for a leak one should - CORRECT ANSWER Use a soap and water solution."
"A fire extinguisher must be mounted - CORRECT ANSWER so that the top is not more than 5
feet off the floor" "If torch operation is to be discontinued for a period of ___________, the torch valve must be
closed and the gas supply to the torch must be completely shut. - CORRECT ANSWER One
hour or more."
"A torch should be ignited by using a - CORRECT ANSWER Friction device."
"Why should oil or grease not be used near oxygen? - CORRECT ANSWER It might cause an
explosion."
"How long is a site permanent specific permit to store flammable gases valid for? - CORRECT
ANSWER 30 days"
"How many Fire Guards are required on a job site that has 3 torches in operation? - CORRECT
ANSWER One per torch and additional one stationed on the floor below."
"An oxygen cylinder may store gas at pressure up to - CORRECT ANSWER 2200 psi."
"A Responsible Person is one who is - CORRECT ANSWER trained in the fire safety hazards
associated with hot work, and in the necessary and appropriate measures to minimize those hazards, who is designated by the owner of a premises to authorize the performance of hot work at the premises."
"A type of valve typically used in sprinkler systems - CORRECT ANSWER OS & Y Valve- Outside
Screw and Yoke Valve."
"Fire Drill - CORRECT ANSWER A training exercise by which building occupants are familiarized
with and/ or practice the procedures for the safe, orderly and expeditious in-building relocation, partial evacuation or evacuation, as applicable to the occupancy or building type, in accordance with the fire safety and evacuation plan."
