FDNY S95 SUPERVISION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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Core Domains
NFPA 72: Standard for Fire Alarm Systems and Signaling
NYC Fire Code (FC) Regulations for Fire Alarm Systems
RCNY (Rules of the City of New York) Fire Rules
OSHA Regulations for Fire Safety and Alarm Systems
Fire Alarm System Components and Operations
Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Procedures
Signal Types and Emergency Response Protocols
Supervision Requirements and Certificate of Fitness Responsibilities
Electrical Systems and Power Requirements for Fire Alarms
Ethics and Professional Standards for S-95 Holders
Introduction
,This practice exam is designed to prepare candidates for the FDNY Certificate of Fitness examination for
Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems (S-95). The assessment evaluates critical knowledge and skills necessary for
overseeing fire alarm systems in NYC buildings, including regulatory compliance, system operations, inspection
protocols, and emergency response procedures. The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions featuring
both straightforward knowledge questions and scenario-based assessments that simulate real-world situations.
Candidates will demonstrate their ability to apply technical knowledge, interpret regulations, make informed
decisions under pressure, and uphold professional ethics. Success requires understanding both foundational
theory and applied professional judgment essential for maintaining life safety systems and ensuring building
compliance with NYC Fire Code and NFPA standards.*
Section One: Questions 1–100
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of a fire alarm system on a premise?
A. To notify the fire department automatically
B. To warn tenants and occupants of a fire emergency
C. To suppress the fire automatically
D. To record fire data for insurance purposes
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: The primary purpose of fire alarm systems is to warn tenants and occupants of a premise
about a fire emergency, enabling timely evacuation and life safety protection.
,Question 2
Which NFPA standard specifically governs fire alarm systems and signaling?
A. NFPA 101
B. NFPA 72
C. NFPA 13
D. NFPA 70
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: NFPA 72 is the Standard for Fire Alarm Systems and Signaling that establishes requirements
for design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
Question 3
An S-95 Certificate of Fitness holder is authorized to perform which type of inspection on smoke alarms?
A. Full functional testing
B. Only visual inspections
C. Replacement of damaged units
D. Electrical wiring repairs
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: According to S-95 scope of authority, holders can only perform visual inspections on smoke
alarms, not full functional testing, replacement, or electrical work.
, Question 4
What defines a fire alarm signal initiated by a manual fire alarm pull station?
A. Transmitter signal
B. Fire alarm signal
C. Supervisory signal
D. Test signal
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: A fire alarm signal is the signal initiated by fire alarm initiating devices such as manual fire
alarm pull stations, smoke detectors, and water-flow switches indicating actual fire emergency.
Question 5
Which NYC agency administers the Certificate of Fitness program for fire alarm systems?
A. NYC Department of Buildings
B. FDNY (Fire Department of New York)
C. NYC Department of Health
D. NYPD
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: FDNY (Fire Department of New York) administers all Certificate of Fitness programs
including the S-95 for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems.
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
Core Domains
NFPA 72: Standard for Fire Alarm Systems and Signaling
NYC Fire Code (FC) Regulations for Fire Alarm Systems
RCNY (Rules of the City of New York) Fire Rules
OSHA Regulations for Fire Safety and Alarm Systems
Fire Alarm System Components and Operations
Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Procedures
Signal Types and Emergency Response Protocols
Supervision Requirements and Certificate of Fitness Responsibilities
Electrical Systems and Power Requirements for Fire Alarms
Ethics and Professional Standards for S-95 Holders
Introduction
,This practice exam is designed to prepare candidates for the FDNY Certificate of Fitness examination for
Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems (S-95). The assessment evaluates critical knowledge and skills necessary for
overseeing fire alarm systems in NYC buildings, including regulatory compliance, system operations, inspection
protocols, and emergency response procedures. The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions featuring
both straightforward knowledge questions and scenario-based assessments that simulate real-world situations.
Candidates will demonstrate their ability to apply technical knowledge, interpret regulations, make informed
decisions under pressure, and uphold professional ethics. Success requires understanding both foundational
theory and applied professional judgment essential for maintaining life safety systems and ensuring building
compliance with NYC Fire Code and NFPA standards.*
Section One: Questions 1–100
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of a fire alarm system on a premise?
A. To notify the fire department automatically
B. To warn tenants and occupants of a fire emergency
C. To suppress the fire automatically
D. To record fire data for insurance purposes
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: The primary purpose of fire alarm systems is to warn tenants and occupants of a premise
about a fire emergency, enabling timely evacuation and life safety protection.
,Question 2
Which NFPA standard specifically governs fire alarm systems and signaling?
A. NFPA 101
B. NFPA 72
C. NFPA 13
D. NFPA 70
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: NFPA 72 is the Standard for Fire Alarm Systems and Signaling that establishes requirements
for design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
Question 3
An S-95 Certificate of Fitness holder is authorized to perform which type of inspection on smoke alarms?
A. Full functional testing
B. Only visual inspections
C. Replacement of damaged units
D. Electrical wiring repairs
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: According to S-95 scope of authority, holders can only perform visual inspections on smoke
alarms, not full functional testing, replacement, or electrical work.
, Question 4
What defines a fire alarm signal initiated by a manual fire alarm pull station?
A. Transmitter signal
B. Fire alarm signal
C. Supervisory signal
D. Test signal
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: A fire alarm signal is the signal initiated by fire alarm initiating devices such as manual fire
alarm pull stations, smoke detectors, and water-flow switches indicating actual fire emergency.
Question 5
Which NYC agency administers the Certificate of Fitness program for fire alarm systems?
A. NYC Department of Buildings
B. FDNY (Fire Department of New York)
C. NYC Department of Health
D. NYPD
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: FDNY (Fire Department of New York) administers all Certificate of Fitness programs
including the S-95 for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems.
