FDNY G-60 EXAM TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the primary responsibility of a Fire Guard during
torch operations?
A. Perform welding
B. Supervise workers
C. Prevent and respond to fires
D. Issue permits
Correct Answer: C
The Fire Guard’s main duty is fire prevention and immediate
response to fire hazards.
2. How long must a Fire Guard remain on duty after torch
operations are completed?
A. 15 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 60 minutes
D. 2 hours
Correct Answer: C
FDNY rules require fire watch for at least 60 minutes after hot
work.
,3. What type of permit is required for torch operations?
A. Site Safety Permit
B. Hot Work Permit
C. Torch Use Certificate
D. Fire Alarm Permit
Correct Answer: B
Torch operations require an FDNY-approved Hot Work Permit.
4. Who is responsible for keeping the Hot Work Permit on
site?
A. Building owner
B. FDNY inspector
C. Fire Guard
D. Permit holder
Correct Answer: D
The permit holder must have the permit at the work location at
all times.
5. How far must combustible materials be kept from torch
operations?
A. 10 feet
B. 20 feet
C. 25 feet
D. 50 feet
,Correct Answer: C
Combustibles must be at least 25 feet away unless properly
protected.
6. Which type of fire extinguisher is required during torch
operations?
A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Multi-purpose ABC
Correct Answer: D
An ABC extinguisher can handle ordinary combustibles,
flammable liquids, and electrical fires.
7. A Fire Guard must know the location of which of the
following?
A. Payroll office
B. Nearest subway
C. Fire alarm pull station
D. Construction trailer
Correct Answer: C
Immediate activation of fire alarms is critical in case of fire.
, 8. What is the first action a Fire Guard should take if a fire
cannot be controlled?
A. Leave the site
B. Call the supervisor
C. Activate the fire alarm and call 911
D. Use water
Correct Answer: C
Life safety and rapid FDNY notification are priorities.
9. How often should torch equipment be inspected?
A. Weekly
B. Monthly
C. Before each use
D. Annually
Correct Answer: C
Equipment must be checked before every use to prevent leaks
or malfunctions.
10. How must oxygen cylinders be stored?
A. Lying flat
B. Near heat sources
C. Upright and secured
D. With fuel gas cylinders
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the primary responsibility of a Fire Guard during
torch operations?
A. Perform welding
B. Supervise workers
C. Prevent and respond to fires
D. Issue permits
Correct Answer: C
The Fire Guard’s main duty is fire prevention and immediate
response to fire hazards.
2. How long must a Fire Guard remain on duty after torch
operations are completed?
A. 15 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 60 minutes
D. 2 hours
Correct Answer: C
FDNY rules require fire watch for at least 60 minutes after hot
work.
,3. What type of permit is required for torch operations?
A. Site Safety Permit
B. Hot Work Permit
C. Torch Use Certificate
D. Fire Alarm Permit
Correct Answer: B
Torch operations require an FDNY-approved Hot Work Permit.
4. Who is responsible for keeping the Hot Work Permit on
site?
A. Building owner
B. FDNY inspector
C. Fire Guard
D. Permit holder
Correct Answer: D
The permit holder must have the permit at the work location at
all times.
5. How far must combustible materials be kept from torch
operations?
A. 10 feet
B. 20 feet
C. 25 feet
D. 50 feet
,Correct Answer: C
Combustibles must be at least 25 feet away unless properly
protected.
6. Which type of fire extinguisher is required during torch
operations?
A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Multi-purpose ABC
Correct Answer: D
An ABC extinguisher can handle ordinary combustibles,
flammable liquids, and electrical fires.
7. A Fire Guard must know the location of which of the
following?
A. Payroll office
B. Nearest subway
C. Fire alarm pull station
D. Construction trailer
Correct Answer: C
Immediate activation of fire alarms is critical in case of fire.
, 8. What is the first action a Fire Guard should take if a fire
cannot be controlled?
A. Leave the site
B. Call the supervisor
C. Activate the fire alarm and call 911
D. Use water
Correct Answer: C
Life safety and rapid FDNY notification are priorities.
9. How often should torch equipment be inspected?
A. Weekly
B. Monthly
C. Before each use
D. Annually
Correct Answer: C
Equipment must be checked before every use to prevent leaks
or malfunctions.
10. How must oxygen cylinders be stored?
A. Lying flat
B. Near heat sources
C. Upright and secured
D. With fuel gas cylinders
