FLS Director's Quiz (Fire
and Non-Fire Questions)
UPDATED Exam
1. Q: What is the first action the Fire and Life Safety Director must take upon
receiving a fire alarm activation?
A: Immediately acknowledge the alarm and notify the Fire Department (FDNY/Local
Fire Department), then initiate building evacuation procedures based on the fire
location.
2. Q: What is the function of a Fire Command Center (FCC)?
A: It is the centralized location where fire alarm systems, communication systems,
elevators, and other emergency systems are monitored and controlled during an
emergency.
3. Q: What should you do if you receive a fire alarm but no visible signs of fire are
present?
A: Investigate the area of the alarm with building staff or Fire Brigade, and treat the
alarm as real until proven otherwise. Do not reset the alarm without FD
authorization.
4. Q: What is the purpose of a stair pressurization system?
A: To keep stairwells free of smoke, ensuring a safe evacuation path during a fire.
5. Q: When should elevators be used during a fire emergency?
, A: Elevators must never be used for evacuation unless they are designated fire
service elevators and operated by the Fire Department.
6. Q: What is the role of the FLS Director during a fire drill?
A: To plan, coordinate, and oversee the drill ensuring all occupants follow emergency
procedures, including evacuation and accountability.
7. Q: What type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?
A: Class C fire extinguisher (typically CO₂ or dry chemical).
8. Q: What should be done when someone is trapped inside a room due to smoke in
the hallway?
A: Instruct them to stay low, seal the door with wet cloth, call 911 with exact
location, and wait for rescue at the window if possible.
9. Q: What is a “pre-action” sprinkler system?
A: A sprinkler system where the pipes are dry until a fire detection system activates
the valve to fill them with water before sprinkler heads discharge.
10. Q: Who is responsible for ensuring building fire protection systems are inspected
and maintained?
A: The FLS Director and building management must ensure regular inspection,
testing, and maintenance by certified technicians.
🚨 NON-FIRE EMERGENCY QUESTIONS
11. Q: What should be the FLS Director’s response during a bomb threat?
A: Notify law enforcement, evacuate if instructed, follow bomb threat checklist, and
avoid using radios or cell phones near suspected device.
12. Q: During an active shooter situation, what are the three recommended actions?
A: Run, Hide, Fight.
and Non-Fire Questions)
UPDATED Exam
1. Q: What is the first action the Fire and Life Safety Director must take upon
receiving a fire alarm activation?
A: Immediately acknowledge the alarm and notify the Fire Department (FDNY/Local
Fire Department), then initiate building evacuation procedures based on the fire
location.
2. Q: What is the function of a Fire Command Center (FCC)?
A: It is the centralized location where fire alarm systems, communication systems,
elevators, and other emergency systems are monitored and controlled during an
emergency.
3. Q: What should you do if you receive a fire alarm but no visible signs of fire are
present?
A: Investigate the area of the alarm with building staff or Fire Brigade, and treat the
alarm as real until proven otherwise. Do not reset the alarm without FD
authorization.
4. Q: What is the purpose of a stair pressurization system?
A: To keep stairwells free of smoke, ensuring a safe evacuation path during a fire.
5. Q: When should elevators be used during a fire emergency?
, A: Elevators must never be used for evacuation unless they are designated fire
service elevators and operated by the Fire Department.
6. Q: What is the role of the FLS Director during a fire drill?
A: To plan, coordinate, and oversee the drill ensuring all occupants follow emergency
procedures, including evacuation and accountability.
7. Q: What type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?
A: Class C fire extinguisher (typically CO₂ or dry chemical).
8. Q: What should be done when someone is trapped inside a room due to smoke in
the hallway?
A: Instruct them to stay low, seal the door with wet cloth, call 911 with exact
location, and wait for rescue at the window if possible.
9. Q: What is a “pre-action” sprinkler system?
A: A sprinkler system where the pipes are dry until a fire detection system activates
the valve to fill them with water before sprinkler heads discharge.
10. Q: Who is responsible for ensuring building fire protection systems are inspected
and maintained?
A: The FLS Director and building management must ensure regular inspection,
testing, and maintenance by certified technicians.
🚨 NON-FIRE EMERGENCY QUESTIONS
11. Q: What should be the FLS Director’s response during a bomb threat?
A: Notify law enforcement, evacuate if instructed, follow bomb threat checklist, and
avoid using radios or cell phones near suspected device.
12. Q: During an active shooter situation, what are the three recommended actions?
A: Run, Hide, Fight.
