FDNY S-80: SUPERVISION OF
FUMIGATION AND FOGGING
OPERATIONS. QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS JUST RELEASED
1. According to the NYC Fire Code, which chapter specifically regulates fumigation and
thermal insecticidal fogging?
A. Chapter 9
B. Chapter 33
C. Chapter 27
D. Chapter 17
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Chapter 17 of the NYC Fire Code provides the regulatory
framework and safety requirements for fumigation and thermal insecticidal fogging
operations.
2. How many hours in advance must the Fire Department be notified before a fumigation or
fogging operation begins?
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
,C. 72 hours
D. 48 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Fire Commissioner must be notified in writing at least 48
hours prior to the commencement of fumigation or fogging operations.
3. Which of the following must be included in the notification sent to the Fire Department?
A. The name of the C of F holder only
B. The exact time the operation will finish
C. The cost of the pesticide being applied
D. The location, the fumigant used, and the C of F number of the supervisor
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Notifications must include the location, the specific
fumigant/liquid used, the date/time of the operation, and the supervisor’s Certificate of
Fitness details.
4. What is the minimum flash point required for liquids used in thermal insecticidal fogging,
unless otherwise approved?
A. 80°F
B. 140°F
C. 100°F
, D. 200°F
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Fire Code generally prohibits the use of liquids with a flash
point lower than 100°F for thermal insecticidal fogging unless specific safety conditions are
met.
5. Who is permitted to supervise the actual application of fumigants in a commercial
building?
A. The building owner
B. Any licensed exterminator
C. A Fire Marshal
D. An S-80 Certificate of Fitness holder
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Fumigation and fogging operations must be conducted by or
under the personal supervision of a person holding an S-80 Certificate of Fitness.
6. When using flammable fumigants, what must be done regarding the electrical power in the
space?
A. The electricity must be shut off except for circuits required for the operation that are
explosion-proof
B. Nothing, as long as the lights are off
FUMIGATION AND FOGGING
OPERATIONS. QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS JUST RELEASED
1. According to the NYC Fire Code, which chapter specifically regulates fumigation and
thermal insecticidal fogging?
A. Chapter 9
B. Chapter 33
C. Chapter 27
D. Chapter 17
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Chapter 17 of the NYC Fire Code provides the regulatory
framework and safety requirements for fumigation and thermal insecticidal fogging
operations.
2. How many hours in advance must the Fire Department be notified before a fumigation or
fogging operation begins?
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
,C. 72 hours
D. 48 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Fire Commissioner must be notified in writing at least 48
hours prior to the commencement of fumigation or fogging operations.
3. Which of the following must be included in the notification sent to the Fire Department?
A. The name of the C of F holder only
B. The exact time the operation will finish
C. The cost of the pesticide being applied
D. The location, the fumigant used, and the C of F number of the supervisor
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Notifications must include the location, the specific
fumigant/liquid used, the date/time of the operation, and the supervisor’s Certificate of
Fitness details.
4. What is the minimum flash point required for liquids used in thermal insecticidal fogging,
unless otherwise approved?
A. 80°F
B. 140°F
C. 100°F
, D. 200°F
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Fire Code generally prohibits the use of liquids with a flash
point lower than 100°F for thermal insecticidal fogging unless specific safety conditions are
met.
5. Who is permitted to supervise the actual application of fumigants in a commercial
building?
A. The building owner
B. Any licensed exterminator
C. A Fire Marshal
D. An S-80 Certificate of Fitness holder
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Fumigation and fogging operations must be conducted by or
under the personal supervision of a person holding an S-80 Certificate of Fitness.
6. When using flammable fumigants, what must be done regarding the electrical power in the
space?
A. The electricity must be shut off except for circuits required for the operation that are
explosion-proof
B. Nothing, as long as the lights are off
