Section A Fire Prevention Division — Procedure Manual

Question 1

A-1.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1205. 10, Item 3.01) Certified safety shoes shall be worn:
a)	On construction sites
b)	While doing new building clearances
c)	At all times while on duty
d)	When out of the office

Answer 1

c) At all times while on duty

Question 2

A-2.
(Fire Prevention P&P 1210.10, Item 2.05)
Once an Inspection Order has been served, notification to the Licensing & By-Law Services Division in the form of an email will be sent to licensinq@hamilton,ca.

The e-mail shall include the following:

a) The address and license application file number (which can be found on the License Application)
will be noted in the subject line.
b) Date of inspection
c) “Requirements found” and Compliance date
d) All of the above

Answer 2

d) All of the above

Question 3

A-3.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1211.00 Item 1.01)
Private Home Day Care occupancies will receive approval for operation when the following requirements
are satisfied:
a) installation of at least one ULC listed smoke alarm on every floor level in compliance with OFC
2.13.2., one Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada listed carbon monoxide alarm installed in
compliance with OFC 2.16.2. and one ULC listed 2A 10BC rated portable extinguisher has been
mounted near the kitchen area.
b) Installation of an interconnected smoke/carbon monoxide alarm system on all floor levels along
with one addition battery operated smoke alarm installed in the daycare area and one ULC listed
2A 10BC rated extinguisher has been provided.
c) When the appropriate fee has been paid, and a smoke alarm has been installed in the day care
area
d) None of the above

Answer 3

a) installation of at least one ULC listed smoke alarm on every floor level in compliance with OFC
2.13.2., one Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada listed carbon monoxide alarm installed in
compliance with OFC 2.16.2. and one ULC listed 2A 10BC rated portable extinguisher has been
mounted near the kitchen area.

Question 4

A-4.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.60, Item 2.01)
File copies of all letters of acceptance for Fire Safety Plans as well as file copies of Fire Safety Plans are to be:
a) Posted on site
b) Stapled to the inside back cover at the rear of the file folder for quick reference
c) Sent to the Fire Safety Plan Approval Committee
d) Given to the Chief Fire Official

Answer 4

b) Stapled to the inside back cover at the rear of the file folder for quick reference

Question 5

A-5.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1230.20 Item 5.01)
A conveyor type pizza oven located in a restaurant’s kitchen must be protected in conformance with NFPA 96:
a) If the oven is operating commercially (for financial gain)
b) When only pizza is cooked
c) When the oven is used to for cooking that produces grease laden vapours (chicken wings, hamburgers, etc.)
d) At all times

Answer 5

c) When the oven is used to for cooking that produces grease laden vapours (chicken wings, hamburgers, etc.)

Question 6

A-6.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1220.30, Item 1.01)
In accordance with Hamilton Fire Department – Fire Prevention Division’s Procedure Manual, personal service on an individual of an Inspection Order can be achieved by:
a) Serving on the named individual at any location
b) Electronic transmission such as e-mail
c) Mailing the Inspection to the owner’s address and posting at the premises
d) Any other method that allows proof of receipt

Answer 6

a) Serving on the named individual at any location

Question 7

A-7.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1205.30, Item 1.01)
An inspector’s notebook is the property of:
a) The Inspector
b) The City of Hamilton
c) The Fire Prevention Division
d) The Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer

Answer 7

b) The City of Hamilton

Question 8

A-8.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1230.80, Item 1.01)
Complaints received concerning defective, inoperative or obstructed fire-hydrants shall be:
a) Forwarded to City of Hamilton Building Department
b) Forwarded to secretarial staff who then email the complaint to the appropriate supervisor in Public Works – Water/Wastewater Division
c) Brought to the attention of the Deputy Chief with a copy to CFPO
d) Disregarded since they are not HFD’s responsibility re: maintenance

Answer 8

b) Forwarded to secretarial staff who then email the complaint to the appropriate supervisor in Public Works – Water/Wastewater Division

Question 9

A-9.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.70 Item 6.06)
When reviewing plans for the installation of a secondary means of egress or protection of windows / doors opening onto a fire escape, we stamp the plan and indicate the following:
a) The reviewing Fire Safety Officer’s name.
b) “Approved for location only”
c) “Approved for location only and are subject to Department of Buildings zoning restrictions”
d) Both a) & c)

Answer 9

c) “Approved for location only and are subject to Department of Buildings zoning restrictions”

Question 10

A-10.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1245.00, Item 2.01)
Required exits in a commercial or assembly occupancy needing security devices may install the following:
a) Any locking devices they wish if they are unlocked during business hours
b) One slide bolt and one security bar if they are disengaged during business hours
c) No locking devices
d) One security device/bar or thumb turn installed at waist height and it must be disengaged during business hours and easily opened/operated

Answer 10

d) One security device/bar or thumb turn installed at waist height and it must be disengaged during business hours and easily opened/operated

Question 11

A-11.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1245.00, Item 2.03)
Panic hardware is not required on exit doors serving more than 100 persons in the following circumstances:
a) The door swings in the direction of exit travel
b) There is no positive latching hardware
c) The building is sprinklered
d) The building has 24 hour security

Answer 11

b) There is no positive latching hardware

Question 12

A-12.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1230.40, Item 1.01)
Which of the following items is not an item to be complied with prior to an owner shutting down the sprinkler system in a vacant building?
a) Check with the Police Department to ensure they have a responsible party designated
b) Ensure all building services are off (hydro/gas)
c) The owner should advise their insurance company of the sprinkler system shut down
d) The building is secured against trespass

Answer 12

a) Check with the Police Department to ensure they have a responsible party designated

Question 13

A-13.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1213.20, Item 1.01)
If upon inspection you determine that a hazard exists as a result of the improper installation of a listed solid fuel burning appliance, which of the following procedures is followed?
a) Serve an Inspection Order requiring the use of the appliance discontinued and that the appliance be reinstalled under permit from the City of Hamilton Building Division
b) Tell the owner to discontinue use of the appliance immediately and request a letter confirming same
c) Send the owner a letter ordering the use of the appliance discontinued and that the appliance be reinstalled under permit from the City of Hamilton Building Division
d) Refer the matter directly to the Building Division for follow-up

Answer 13

a) Serve an Inspection Order requiring the use of the appliance discontinued and that the appliance be reinstalled under permit from the City of Hamilton Building Division

Question 14

A-14.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1220.90, Item 1.02)
All Inspection Orders for buildings owned by the Federal government are to be sent to the responsible party at the subject building with a copy to:
a) The Fire Chief and the Ward Councilor
b) Public Works Department Canada
c) Labour Canada
d) Human Resources Development Canada

Answer 14

d) Human Resources Development Canada

Question 15

A-15.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1200.70, Item 1.01)
All action requests/ complaints must be accompanied by:
a) Complainant’s name
b) Complainant’s phone number or address
c) Specific details of the alleged violation / fire safety concern with direct observation of the complainant if possible
d) All of the above

Answer 15

d) All of the above

Question 16

A-16.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1245.30 Item 1.03)
When an owner notifies you of their intention to shut down a garbage chute, you should direct them to:
a) Send a memo to the Fire Marshal’s Office informing them of the owner’s intent
b) Waive the garbage chute requirements and notify the Fire Marshal’s Office
c) i) Make the owner aware of By-law #03-117 (Municipal Law Enforcement) Section 3.2.(2) which addresses the closure of garbage chutes
ii) In addition, advise the owner to contact the Building Division to ensure the shutdown is permitted under a building permit
d) i) By-law #03-117 (Municipal Law Enforcement) Section 3.2 (2) which addresses the closure of garbage chutes ii) Tell the owner to contact Municipal Law Enforcement – Property Standards to see if the By-law will allow for the closure.

Answer 16

d) i) By-law #03-117 (Municipal Law Enforcement) Section 3.2 (2) which addresses the closure of garbage chutes ii) Tell the owner to contact Municipal Law Enforcement – Property Standards to see if the By-law will allow for the closure.

Question 17

A-17.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.20, Item 3.04)
In a residential care facility, the supervisor has a bed in his office, but this is not his permanent residence. The above would affect the occupant load, as follows:
a) Adding only one (1) person
b) Adding two (2) persons
c) Would not add to the occupant load unless the room is the supervisor’s permanent residence
d) It would depend on other factors

Answer 17

c) Would not add to the occupant load unless the room is the supervisor’s permanent residence

Question 18

A-18.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.20, Item 4.01)
In a residential care facility locks are permitted on bedroom doors provided:
a) The lock is found on the outside of the door (i.e. hasp type)
b) The bedroom forms part of an access to exit
c) The lock is under the control of the person that occupies the room and the door does not form part of an access to exit
d) Locks are not permitted on residential care facility bedroom doors

Answer 18

c) The lock is under the control of the person that occupies the room and the door does not form part of an access to exit

Question 19

A-19.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1200.50 Item 1.02 & 1.03)
All correspondence from the Fire Prevention Division to politicians or other City Department heads are to be sent:
a) Under the Fire Chief’s signature
b) Under the Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer’s signature
c) Under the Chief Fire Prevention Officer’s signature
d) Both b) & c)

Answer 19

d) Both b) & c)

Question 20

A-20.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1212.10 Item 1.04)
When all requirements have been completed for a Ministry of the Environment’s Certificate of Approval for a waste handling facility, a memo / email is to be prepared and forwarded to:
a) The Fire Chief
b) The Ministry of the Environment
c) The Finance and Administration Committee
d) The Planning and Economic Development Department

Answer 20

d) The Planning and Economic Development Department

Question 21

A-21.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1250.00, Item 1.01)
The Fire Prevention Division will initiate prosecution for Fire Code/Bylaw infractions when:
a) An owner appeals to the Fire Safety Commission
b) The compliance date noted on an inspection order has passed.
c) Applicable life safety system written records are not available on site.
d) Both a) & c)

Answer 21

c) Applicable life safety system written records are not available on site.

Question 22

A-22.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1245.20, Item 1.0)
Electrical equipment installed within of an open face spray booth or a spraying operation not separated by a vapour-tight separation is to conform to the Electrical Safety Code.
a) 3m
b) 6m
c) 1.5m
d) 4m

Answer 22

c) 1.5m

Question 23

A-23.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1212.90, Item 1.02)
In fire access routes, “No Stopping” signs are only required:
a) In front of fire hydrants
b) In front of fire department siamese connections
c) In front of the principal entrance to a building where an annunciator panel is located
d) Both b) & c)

Answer 23

d) Both b) & c)

Question 24

A-24.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1220.70, Item 1.01)
The Fire Protection and Prevention Act applies to:
a) Crown properties (Provincial)
b) Crown properties (Federal)
c) Municipal properties
d) Both a) & b)

Answer 24

c) Municipal properties

Question 25

A-25.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1212.60, Item 6.02)
Which of the following areas are not intended to be included in calculations of floor areas for occupant load determination?
a) Booth seating
b) Dance floors
c) Raised floor areas
d) Areas behind the bar

Answer 25

b) Dance floors

Question 26

A-26.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1230.70, Item 1.01)
A listed fire pump as required in the Ontario Building Code is only required when the actual design discharge pressure of the fire pump is more than:
a) 50 psi
b) 40 psi
c) 65 psi
d) 20 psi

Answer 26

b) 40 psi

Question 27

A-27.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1202.10, Item 1.01)
Disconnection of Services Forms for demolition can be signed by:
a) Only the Fire Chief
b) Only the Chief Fire Prevention Officer/Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer
c) Secretarial staff, Chief Fire Prevention Officer/Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer
d) Any personnel in the Fire Prevention Division

Answer 27

d) Any personnel in the Fire Prevention Division

Question 28

A-28.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1202.70, Item 1.02)
Which violation is classified as the highest priority?
a) Discharged fire extinguisher
b) Ice on a fire escape
c) Thumb lock on an exit door
d) Missing fire safety plan

Answer 28

b) Ice on a fire escape

Question 29

A-29.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1211.20, Item 1.01)
When upgrading emergency lighting in a school, we request a duration of:
a) 2 hours
b) 1 hour
c) 30 minutes
d) 15 minutes

Answer 29

c) 30 minutes

Question 30

A-30.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1220.70, Item 1.01.)
The Fire Protection and Prevention Act and The Ontario Fire Code:
a) Do not apply to privately owned businesses or buildings located on federally owned lands, unless there is an agreement to this end
b) Apply to privately owned businesses on federally owned lands
c) Apply to privately owned businesses on provincially owned lands
d) Do not apply to privately owned businesses or buildings located on federally owned lands

Answer 30

a) Do not apply to privately owned businesses or buildings located on federally owned lands, unless there is an agreement to this end

Question 31

A-31.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1230.30. Item 1.02)
The Fire Prevention Bureau’s procedure for upgrading fire alarm system audibility in existing residential occupancies is:
a) To automatically retrofit residential buildings during the course of inspections
b) To only upgrade on a complaint basis
c) To retrofit all residential buildings over 6 storeys in building height, as defined by the Ontario Building Code
d) To serve a Fire Safety Inspection Report recommending an upgrade to the owner

Answer 31

b) To only upgrade on a complaint basis

Question 32

A-32.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.30, Item 5.01.)
How many capacity cards do we issue when one large floor area is sub-divided into four smaller areas with no obstructions or physical barriers?
a) 1
b) 4
c) Whatever suits the building owner’s layout
d) Whatever the Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario requests

Answer 32

a) 1

Question 33

A-33.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1245.00, Item 2.04)
In an assembly occupancy having an occupant load of over 100 persons, an exit door is permitted to have a double cylinder key lock under what circumstances:
a) If the exit door is clearly marked with an exit sign
b) If the exit door is also the main entrance door and kept unlocked at all times during business hours
c) If the owner has a key readily available at all times
d) A double cylinder key lock is not acceptable under any circumstances

Answer 33

b) If the exit door is also the main entrance door and kept unlocked at all times during business hours

Question 34

A-34.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1212.90, Item 1.02
When ordering “No Stopping” Fire Route signs at a mall entrance where a fire alarm annunciator panel is located, the no stopping signs shall extend for what distance from the building entrance doors?
a) 20 feet (6 meters) in either direction
b) 15 feet (4.5 meters) in either direction
c) 30 feet (9 meters) in either direction
d) 25 feet (7.5 meters) in either direction

Answer 34

c) 30 feet (9 meters) in either direction

Question 35

A-35.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.80, Item 1.01.)
If you receive a telephone call from a citizen asking for information from a fire response report, what information can you provide?
a) The date of the fire and the suspected cause
b) The date of the fire and the dollar loss
c) Confirm that a fire did occur on a particular date and the suspected cause of the fire
d) Confirm that a fire did occur on a particular date and the date of the fire

Answer 35

d) Confirm that a fire did occur on a particular date and the date of the fire

Question 36

A-36.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.80, Item 1.02.)
While conducting an inspection of a duplex you have determined that the premise was converted to a duplex occupancy after the date of July 14, 1994. Any 9.8 requirements noted are to be written out:
a) In an email to the Building Division for follow-up for construction without a building permit
b) On a Fire Marshal’s Inspection Order under Clause 21. (1)(f)
c) On a Fire Marshal’s Inspection Order under Clause 21. (1)(g)
d) Section 9.8 is not applicable, so no requirements will be forwarded to the owner

Answer 36

b) On a Fire Marshal’s Inspection Order under Clause 21. (1)(f)

Question 37

A-37.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1203.10, Item 1.01.)
Assignments and follow-up course work for Ontario Fire College courses which require a Senior Officer’s signoff are to be submitted to whom for review and signoff?
a) District Fire Safety Officer
b) Assistant Chief Fire Prevention Officer
c) Chief Fire Prevention Officer
d) No submission is required

Answer 37

c) Chief Fire Prevention Officer

Question 38

A-38.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1212.90, Item 1.04.)
The Procedures Manual indicates that double arrow fire route signs are to be installed within of corners:
a) 6m
b) 9m
c) 77m
d) 12m

Answer 38

d) 12m

Question 39

A-39.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.60, Item 1.03)
When reviewing a Fire Safety Plan for approval, an Inspector will:
a) Confirm the building features match the information contained in the fire safety plan
b) Ensure responsible parties are available at all times
c) Conduct a site inspection to retain building information if not active on the file
d) All of the above

Answer 39

d) All of the above

Question 40

A-40.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.30, Item 1.02)
When is a Property Information Form filled out:
a) After every general or license inspection of a building
b) After every complaint inspection conducted at a building
c) After conducting an inspection for the purposes of environmental assessment
d) None of the above

Answer 40

a) After every general or license inspection of a building

Question 41

A-41.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1220.00, Item 1.02.)
Upon receiving a deed for a property, the owners are listed as “Tenants in Common”. Based on this information, when writing an Inspection Order, which of the following is applicable?
a) Both names can be put on one Order
b) Only one name can be put on each Order
c) Both names can be put on one Order as long as the words “tenants in common” are written after the owner’s names
d) The name which appears first on the deed is to be put on the Order

Answer 41

b) Only one name can be put on each Order

Question 42

A-42.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1260.80, Item 1.01)
Any tickets received for traffic violations while operating a City vehicle are the responsibility of:
a) Hamilton Fire Department, Administration Division
b) The area FSO
c) The driver
d) Hamilton Fire Department, Mechanical Division

Answer 42

c) The driver

Question 43

A-43.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1202.80, Item 1.01)
Correspondence/emails received from owners/managers regarding compliance/extension of time to complete work shall be addressed:
a) Immediately
b) Within 3 days
c) By the ACFPO
d) Within 5 business days

Answer 43

d) Within 5 business days

Question 44

A-44.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.50, Item 1.01)
All Personnel Memos that originate from Fire Prevention are to be approved by:
a) The District Officer
b) The Fire Safety Officer
c) The CFPO
d) Fire Administration

Answer 44

b) The Fire Safety Officer

Question 45

A-45.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1226.60, Item 1.01)
Inspector file audits are to be done:
a) Every month
b) When directed by the FSO
c) When returning from vacation
d) Before each internal fire review meeting

Answer 45

a) Every month

Question 46

A-46.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1250.00, Item 1.04)
Prior to meeting with the FSO responsible for Special Projects to prepare the prosecution package, the following action is to be taken:
a) Swear out the Information before a Justice of the Peace
b) Consult with the CFPO regarding whether a charge is justified
c) Preparation of a summary file note clearly identifying the specific items from the Order(s) which have not been complied with being the subject of the charges
d) Preparation of an evidence package for service on the accused

Answer 46

c) Preparation of a summary file note clearly identifying the specific items from the Order(s) which have not been complied with being the subject of the charges

Question 47

A-47.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1205.40, Item 4.04)
When conducting a Public Safety Presentation or attending Court, staff must switch their radio to the following channel to advise that they are going off the air:
a) Dispatch channel
b) Tac 2
c) Channel 11
d) Simplex Channel

Answer 47

c) Channel 11

Question 48

A-48.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1213.00, Item 1.03)
You attend a demolition site and find that the contractor has started demolition and has made various piles of combustible debris and stacked them near an occupied house which you deem a fire hazard. Do you:
a) Issue a SANN form to have a properly operating smoke alarm installed in the remaining portion of the building
b) Leave a business card with the contractor to have the owner of the firm call you to find out when the demolition will be completed
c) Advise the contractor that you will be back in 24hrs and if combustibles are not removed an Inspection Order will be issue
d) Issue a Fire Marshals Order for an immediate threat to life giving the owner 15 days to correct the problem

Answer 48

c) Advise the contractor that you will be back in 24hrs and if combustibles are not removed an Inspection Order will be issue

Question 49

A-49.
(Fire Prevention Procedures1235.20, Item 2.04)
You are requested to review an open air burning permit from a farmer in the rural area. The farmer wants to burn tomorrow and asks that you review and grant their permit for a 6mx6mx3m high pile of brush. As part of your review you indicate to the farmer that they must:
a) Provide a scale drawing of their property marking the tributaries and creeks that run through their property that could present a problem with fire water runoff.
b) Identify the type of earthen base the piles are sitting on and if there are any access issues that could cause a problem for responding apparatus
c) Speak to the CFPO based on the pile size for review and approval.
d) Advise the farmer that they must have a site inspection conducted by the Area Commander of their proposed site before it can be approved.

Answer 49

c) Speak to the CFPO based on the pile size for review and approval.

Question 50

A-50.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.70, Item 9.05)
When conducting an inspection of a fire escape that requires protection of door and window openings under OFC Div. B Article 9.5.3.7., you identify air conditioning units in the windows of various units. In your Inspection Order you put a rider indicating that:
a) The air conditioning units may not operate properly due to air circulation if a fire shutter is installed
b) The fire shutter only has to protect the window opening above the air conditioning unit
c) It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure the air conditioning is removed or relocated to prevent any obstruction to the operation of the fire shutter
d) A fire shutter shall be installed on the air conditioning unit to prevent smoke migrating from inside the unit to exterior

Answer 50

c) It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure the air conditioning is removed or relocated to prevent any obstruction to the operation of the fire shutter

Question 51

A-51.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.60, Item 1.06)
Once an initial review of a fire safety plan is completed, and has identified some deficiencies the Inspector/Officer active on the file will:
a) Complete the fire safety plan checklist and make an appointment with their District FSO
b) Return the plan to the submitter giving them 30 days to correct the changes or face prosecution
c) Provide the owner with a copy of our no name fire safety plan and advise them to adopt it and send a letter accordingly
d) Make an appointment with the Special Projects FSO responsible for reviewing fire safety plans to determine any corrections that are needed.

Answer 51

a) Complete the fire safety plan checklist and make an appointment with their District FSO

Question 52

A-52.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1211.50, Item 2.02)
Group Homes that have a capacity of not more than 4 persons of which 3 require assistance shall have the following requirement applied:
a) Designated as single-family dwelling unit under the Ontario Fire Code requiring only a smoke alarm per floor
b) An interconnected smoke alarm system with units installed on intervening floor levels
c) A fire safety plan requiring monthly fire drills
d) Single station smoke alarms in each sleeping room

Answer 52

c) A fire safety plan requiring monthly fire drills

Question 53

A-53.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.20, Item 4.01 and 4.02)
During an inspection of a residential care facility, you identify that the access to exit on the respective floor is through a bedroom and further find that the bedroom door has a pass lock on it under the control of the resident. You would take the following action:
a) Issue a requirement ordering the owner to remove it
b) Speak to the tenant and remind them that it must be kept open whenever they are in the room
c) Speak to the tenant and remind them that it must be kept open whenever they leave the room
d) Issue a requirement requiring a sign on the outside of the door advising that there is a lock on the door

Answer 53

a) Issue a requirement ordering the owner to remove it

Question 54

A-54.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1225.70, Item 1.02)
Under Internal File Review (IFR) it is the responsibility of the Inspector to ensure that the benchmarks set under the review are followed. The following criteria is a key component of the IFR:
a) Meet with the ACFPO when District FSO is absent
b) Meet with the District FSO once a file has been outstanding for 90 days from activity first started
c) Meet with the District FSO every month for direction on every file
d) All of the above

Answer 54

b) Meet with the District FSO once a file has been outstanding for 90 days from activity first started

Question 55

A-55.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1230.30, Item 2.02)
Upon receipt of a complaint for lack of audibility in a high-rise building that is 16 stories in height you attend the site and conduct audibility spot with the building superintendent of the following location:
a) The adjacent unit to complainant units
b) At least one unit on every 4th floor of the building of the vertical stack to which the complainant’s unit belongs
c) At least two units on every 3rd floor of the building of randomly chosen units
d) Both a) &b)

Answer 55

b) At least one unit on every 4th floor of the building of the vertical stack to which the complainant’s unit belongs

Question 56

A-56.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1205.00, Item 8.04)
In accordance with the Fire Prevention Procedures Manual, when working alone in one of the Fire Prevention offices, prior to allowing a member of the public into the office, inspection staff is to:
a) Contact Communications Division
b) Notify their District FSO
c) Ask the person the nature of their business/visit
d) Obtain a department radio and keep it with them

Answer 56

d) Obtain a department radio and keep it with them

Question 57

A-57.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1202.70, Item 1.02)
In accordance with the Fire Prevention Procedures Manual, the timeframe allowed for severe-hazard infractions noted during an inspection (obstructed exits, etc.) is:
a) 3 days
b) 12 – 24 hours
c) 3 days (if the compliance date falls on a weekend)
d) 7 days

Answer 57

b) 12 – 24 hours

Question 58

A-58.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1202.50, Item 1.01)
In accordance with the Fire Prevention Procedures Manual, all inquiries or requests related to Freedom of Information are to be directed to:
a) Fire Prevention steno staff
b) CFPO/ACFPO
c) The Inspector active on the property
d) Fire Administration

Answer 58

b) CFPO/ACFPO

Question 59

A-59.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1201.80, Item 1.07)
In accordance with the Fire Prevention Procedures Manual, examples of agencies/organizations that would receive a copy of a response report without submission of a request letter or associated fee is/are:
a) Victoria Park Community Homes
b) Hamilton Police Service
c) Ministry of Community and Social Services
d) All of the above

Answer 59

d) All of the above

Question 60

A-60.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1211.70, Item 1.02)
In accordance with the Fire Prevention Procedures Manual, the requirements of the Ontario Fire Code pertaining to installation of a fixed protection system, will be applied and enforced on chip wagons/food trucks when:
a) The cooking operation produces grease-laden vapours
b) The vehicle will be in place more than 2 days
c) A license application has been received
d) Never – Fire Code does not apply to refreshment vehicles

Answer 60

d) Never – Fire Code does not apply to refreshment vehicles

Question 61

A-61.
(Fire Prevention Procedures 1210.60, Item 1.0 and 2.02)
In accordance with the Fire Prevention Procedures Manual when Fire Prevention personnel receive an Action Request from the Suppression Division they will:
a) Provide a response of their findings to the reporting Suppression Officer
b) Provide a response to the reporting Suppression Officer if requested
b) Fire Prevention personnel will respond to the on-duty Platoon Chief
c) None of the above

Answer 61

b) Provide a response to the reporting Suppression Officer if requested