CSFSM S-56 Exam Prep Questions
And Correct Answers
When is a CSFSM needed? - When the building is more than 250', more than 20 storis, or covers more
than 200,000 sf.
Air Horn Signaling Duration - 3 second horn blast with a 10 second pause in between.
*A long continuous horn blast mans all clear.
Muster Point - Site location all workers shall go to in case of emergency.
CDA - Construction Demolition & Abatement. This unit conducts permit inspections for the storing,
handling, and use of hazardous materials.
How far from the main entrance should the fire hydrant be? - 50'
Standpipe shall contain air pressurized alarm system at what height? - 75'
Red, yellow, and green cap colors represent what? - Red = standpipe
Yellow = standpipe and sprinkler
Green = sprinkler
A dry standpipe cannot exceed how many psig? - 25
If a standpipe system is not returned toa state of readiness and the alarm is not reactivated within two
hours of planned removal service, what plan of action must be taken? - All work must cease on site.
, When should the Borough Dispatcher be notified? - When suppression is needed.
Minimum extinguisher rating throughout site. - 2:A 20BC
Distance to fire extinguisher must be __________. - 75', or 1 extinguisher for ever 1,500 sf.
PASS - Pull
Aim
Squeeze
Sweep
Contractor Sheds - Must be within 30' of new construction/existing buildings
Heaters in Contractor Sheds - 1. Electric heaters are not permitted on the floor or walls.
2. Oil-filled heaters are permitted on the floor.
3. Disconnect shall be labeled for emergency services.
4. ABC horizontal mounted extinguisher system or tank shall be located in each shed.
Watchperson OSHA and COF Requirements - OSHA 10 and S-60.
*There must be 1 watchperson if the site is between 5,000 and 40,000 sf.
Hot Works: How far should cutting and welding be from combustible material? - 35'
Hot Works: How far should all hot works (excluding cutting and welding) be from combustible material?
- 25'
Citywide Permit: How far in advance shall the owner (or owner's competent person) notify the city
about hot works activities? - 48 hours
And Correct Answers
When is a CSFSM needed? - When the building is more than 250', more than 20 storis, or covers more
than 200,000 sf.
Air Horn Signaling Duration - 3 second horn blast with a 10 second pause in between.
*A long continuous horn blast mans all clear.
Muster Point - Site location all workers shall go to in case of emergency.
CDA - Construction Demolition & Abatement. This unit conducts permit inspections for the storing,
handling, and use of hazardous materials.
How far from the main entrance should the fire hydrant be? - 50'
Standpipe shall contain air pressurized alarm system at what height? - 75'
Red, yellow, and green cap colors represent what? - Red = standpipe
Yellow = standpipe and sprinkler
Green = sprinkler
A dry standpipe cannot exceed how many psig? - 25
If a standpipe system is not returned toa state of readiness and the alarm is not reactivated within two
hours of planned removal service, what plan of action must be taken? - All work must cease on site.
, When should the Borough Dispatcher be notified? - When suppression is needed.
Minimum extinguisher rating throughout site. - 2:A 20BC
Distance to fire extinguisher must be __________. - 75', or 1 extinguisher for ever 1,500 sf.
PASS - Pull
Aim
Squeeze
Sweep
Contractor Sheds - Must be within 30' of new construction/existing buildings
Heaters in Contractor Sheds - 1. Electric heaters are not permitted on the floor or walls.
2. Oil-filled heaters are permitted on the floor.
3. Disconnect shall be labeled for emergency services.
4. ABC horizontal mounted extinguisher system or tank shall be located in each shed.
Watchperson OSHA and COF Requirements - OSHA 10 and S-60.
*There must be 1 watchperson if the site is between 5,000 and 40,000 sf.
Hot Works: How far should cutting and welding be from combustible material? - 35'
Hot Works: How far should all hot works (excluding cutting and welding) be from combustible material?
- 25'
Citywide Permit: How far in advance shall the owner (or owner's competent person) notify the city
about hot works activities? - 48 hours
