Milrose Insights on NYC Fire Code Compliance BY MILROSE CONSULTANTS, INC. FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction | 1 FDNY Acronym Reference Guide | 2 Gaining Approval of Your Fire Alarm Systems | 3 Extinguishing Systems & Laws | 4 Local Law 26/2004 | 4 Temporary Core Sprinkler Protection (TCSP) | 5 Standpipes | 7 Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System | 7 Fire Hydrants | 7 Filing for Common FDNY Permits | 8 Fire Protection Plan (FPP) | 9 Temporary Places of Assembly (TPA) | 9 Fire Safety Plans (FSP) | 10 Emergency Action Plans (EAP) | 10 Fire Safety Managers (FSM) | 11 Fire Alarm Application Required Letter Types | 11 Filing for Ansul Fire Suppression Systems | 12 Regulations for Flammable/Combustible Materials at Construction Sites | 13 FDNY Certificates of Fitness | 14 About Milrose Consultants, Inc. | 15 Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Introduction The beautifully complex and intricate metropolis of New York City is governed by laws and regulations designed to protect and provide security to all persons and places within the city. With hundreds of thousands of buildings and millions of people in close proximity, the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) has established a code wherein all commercial and residential buildings must comply. As stated in the New York City Fire Code Guide: The New York City Fire Code is a City law that establishes fire safety requirements for a wide range of activities in New York City. These requirements govern such matters as emergency preparedness; the prevention and reporting of fires; the manufacture, storage, handling, use and transportation of hazardous materials and combustible materials; the conduct of various businesses and activities that pose fire hazards; and the design, installation, operation and maintenance of the buildings and premises that house such materials, businesses and activities. The Fire Code applies to all persons and places in New York City. Everyone must comply with its prohibitions and fire safety requirements. Persons and businesses that conduct or supervise the activities regulated by the Fire Code may also be required to obtain permits and certificates that authorize them to engage in those activities. The following eBook offers New York based developers, engineers, contractors, facility managers, architects, and project managers a resourceful guide to most of the required FDNY permits and regulations. In the following pages, you will find: • An acronym reference guide to help you understand the language and many acronyms used within the FDNY; • Common FDNY objections to fire alarm permits to avoid and receive approval quicker; • Extinguishing systems law, filing for permits, and an explanation of the type required for your building; • A detailed look at the most common FDNY permits and certificates of fitness required for fire safety. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 2 1 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS FDNY ACRONYMS GUIDE AHJ Ansul BIS CDA CFG CO CoF DEP DOB EAP FDNY FPP FSM FSP LNO LOA LOD LoN LOR PAA RCNY SSC SSM TCO TCSP TPA Authority Having Jurisdiction Anhydrous Sulfur Dioxide Buildings Information System Construction, Demolition, and Abatement Certified Fire Guard Certificate of Occupancy Certificate of Fitness Department of Environmental Protection Department of Buildings Emergency Action Plan Fire Department of the City of New York Fire Protection Plan Fire Safety Manager Fire Safety Plans Letter of No Objection Letter of Approval Letter of Defect Letter of Notification Letter of Recommendation Post-Approval Amendment Rules of the City of New York Site Safety Coordinator Site Safety Manager Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Temporary Core Sprinkler Protection Temporary Place of Assembly Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 3 2 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Gaining Approval of Your Fire Alarm System All code required and voluntary fire alarms systems, must go through a lengthy approval process that involves 2 separate units (Fire Alarm Plan Examination Unit and Fire Alarm Inspection Unit) at FDNY. Prior to installation of any system, professionally designed fire alarm plans, along with other pertinent building documents, must be filed with the FDNY Fire Alarm Plan Examination Unit for official review. These plans are specific in nature to the fire alarm system only and have special requirements that the FDNY examiners are looking for. Standard review time is 4-6 weeks. Due to the complexity of these systems, official objections to initial submissions are often issued that need to be addressed prior to resubmission for approval. Below are samples of the most common objections issued by the FDNY on Fire Alarm Applications: • Provide base building letter of approval (LOA) for existing fire alarm system. • Provide valid Certificate of Occupancy, Schedule A, or DOB Letter of No Objection. • Include quantity of devices for the entire tenant space in your floor plans and riser diagram. • Provide area smoke detectors in electrical and mechanical rooms. • Identify all abbreviation and symbols used on plans. • Reference 2008 and/or 2014 NYC construction codes compliance in your notes when applicable. • Indicate the use of all respective rooms in the entire tenant space. • Enlarge floor plans in the drawing to make them more readable on 11X17 for FDNY record keeping and scanning purposes. • Show water flow switch for pre-action sprinkler system. • Install strobe units in all respective restrooms in the proposed tenant space. • Install manual pull stations at all means of egress of the proposed tenant space. • Floor designations shall match the Designation on C of O or approved Schedule “A”. • Address on title block must match paperwork submitted. Once plans are corrected and resubmitted, there is an additional 3-5 week review period. It is not uncommon for plans to be objected to several times. Unfortunately, this waste valuable time and makes an already lengthy process, unnecessarily longer. Milrose, having done thousands of these submissions, can offer expert advice that can significantly reduce the time factor for plan approval. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 4 3 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Once plans are approved, the fire alarm system can be installed as per the plans. Upon completion of the installation, an inspection of the entire system by the Fire Alarm Inspection Unit is required prior to final approval and occupancy of the space. An appointment for this inspection must be obtained in person at FDNY HQs with all required documentation (approved plans, as-builts plans, multiple forms such as B-45, A-433 B, TB-60 etc). The inspection process is also lengthy and complex. Appointments typically take 6 weeks. FDNY inspectors are extremely thorough and most times issue a Letter of Defect (LOD) , which requires additional inspections until all defects are corrected, at which point a Letter of Approval (LOA) will be issued, officially approving the installation and allowing the space to be occupied. Milrose has scheduled and attended numerous inspections. With our expertise, we can save considerable time and resources in guiding you to final approval. It is extremely important to safeguard any FDNY approval documents (FA plans, LOAs, etc) as they are the only proof that the system is fully approved. The originals should be kept in a secure location and copies should be readily available at the building for examination by inspectors as required by code. Additionally, the original approved fire alarm plans are required when filing a Post-Approval Amendment—yet another reason why it is important to maintain building documentation. Extinguishing Systems & Laws One of the most famous architects of all time, Leonardo da Vinci, invented a fire sprinkler system in the 15th century. Da Vinci automated his patron's kitchen with a super-oven and a system of conveyor belts. During a well-attended banquet, a fire broke out, and it’s said the sprinkler system worked all too well, causing a flood that washed away all the food and a good part of the kitchen. Nearly 400+ years later, the world’s first modern recognizable sprinkler system was installed in the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in the United Kingdom. This system closely resembled what we see used in commercial and residential buildings around the world today. This application has evolved to become a critical component of development and requires highly regulated approval and supervision. This section will inform you about FDNY laws and extinguishing system types required for different building codes. Local Law 26/2004 In October 2004, the City of New York enacted Local Law 26, which governed retroactive compliance with sprinkler, exit signs and photo-luminescent lighting in high-rise office buildings. All upgrades are required to be complete, including submission of a final report, by July 1, 2019. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 4 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS The provisions of the law indicate upgrades that would be required for buildings that meet certain criteria, including minor upgrades that required compliance by 2004. This refresher addresses the major sprinkler changes mandated by this law. Full sprinklers required (occupied or not) Local Law 26/2004 requires a full sprinkler system in any high-rise office building that exceeds 100 feet in height. The only exceptions are interior landmark buildings and those buildings that make the upgrade infeasible due to structural conditions. Aside from these exceptions, all commercial buildings exceeding 100 feet in height must have sprinklers filed, permitted, installed and certified by the 2019 deadline. Missing this deadline will subject a building to New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) violations until these requirements are fulfilled. Buildings must be fitted with sprinklers to the extent required by the Building Code. This requirement is not limited to occupied spaces, but applies to all fire areas of the building. If a space is currently unoccupied, the entire floor must still comply with sprinkler installation requirements. As of December 31, 2016 and outlined in section 903.2.2.2 of Local Law 78 of 2015, owners of ambulatory health care facilities and animal service facilities were required to install sprinkler systems in these properties. This law is retroactive and is applicable to all specified facilities after December 31, 2016. For more information about the DOB sprinkler requirements, contact Milrose Consultants. Hardships and Exceptions Any hardships or issues that may prevent a building owner from meeting the required final reports must be approved by the commissioner by a waiver. More information on exceptions to the retroactive sprinkler requirements may be found in How to meet the Compliance Deadline for Sprinkler Systems under Local Law 26/04 . Temporary Core Sprinkler Protection (TCSP) If you have questions about Temporary Core Sprinkler Protection (TCSP) and when it’s required for construction and alteration projects, you’re not alone. Now known as TCSP, temporary sprinkler loop should only be installed if there is intent within the year to complete renovations and install a full sprinkler system. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 5 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS TCSP installations are required anytime a building area is undergoing alterations that will require the sprinkler system to be temporarily disabled for an extended period of time. If the scope of work for any sprinkler system involves more than five contiguous floors, DOB requires a Letter of No Objection (LNO) from the FDNY—not to be confused with the Letter of Notification. The LNO confirms in writing that the FDNY has no objection to the work as long as all applicable codes, rules and laws are followed. Based on the scope of work, additional safeguards, specific to the particular job, may be called for in the LNO. Once the FDNY issues the LNO, it must be uploaded to DOB virtual job folder. The Fire Department City of New York (FDNY) Technology Management Bulletin 05-2013, Planned Impairment of Sprinklers & Standpipes: Filing Procedures at FDNY explains the mandatory procedures applicable whenever a sprinkler or standpipe is impaired. FDNY defines “impairment” as any fire protection system (sprinkler, standpipe, fire alarm, etc.) that is not fully functional. FDNY has strict rules governing the impairment of fire protection systems, and if these rules are not followed to the letter, the result could be a commissioner’s order to vacate the entire premises. The FDNY bulletin outlines both sprinkler and standpipe impairments, as both are essential to fire protection (DOB now also addresses alteration of standpipe systems in their newly revised bulletin regarding TCSP -BB2017-009). For this reason, sprinklers and standpipes are frequently combined into one system. Any time one of these systems is impaired, the building owner must notify the FDNY in writing of several items as called for in the Fire Code: • Dates and duration of impairment • Notification of building occupants, the central monitoring station, and the insurance carrier regarding the impairment • Temporary fire protection measures to be used, which may involve either a TCSP loop and/or a fire watch by certified fire guards • The Letter of Notification (LoN) from the building owner must be noted on the floor plans and a copy sent to DOB before permit issuance. Filing for a TCSP The FDNY requires payment of $200 to file for permission to alter a fire protection system and install a TCSP. Additionally, applicants must submit an Application for Modification form “BFP-MOD,” completed and signed by a registered design professional, to the Construction, Demolition and Abatement (CDA) Unit. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 6 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Obtaining approval for filing a TCSP application typically takes six to eight weeks and involves both the FDNY and the DOB. Standpipes A standpipe is a type of rigid water piping built into multi-story buildings in a vertical position or bridges in a horizontal position, to which fire hoses can be connected. When used in a building, a standpipe serves the same purpose as a fire hydrant. FDNY requires a standpipe to be installed and accessible in buildings over 75 feet tall, large area buildings, buildings of unusual configuration or certain occupancies. All standpipe modifications have to be submitted to the FDNY. Once you alter an existing standpipe, you must submit the modifications to FDNY for approval. Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System Buildings that store sensitive materials—such as data equipment, intellectual property and art—would benefit from installing a Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System. This particular type of extinguishing system is naturally non-conductive and non-corrosive, leaving no residue behind. The filing process for a Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System is complicated and involves multiple agencies. Typical approval time ranges from two to four months. For more information on the filing guidelines, refer to DOB Bulletin # 05-2/2013. Fire Hydrants In use since the 1700s, fire hydrants remain a critical fire protection measure. Yet despite their importance to public safety, fire hydrants are often overlooked in the construction plan approval process. Prior to the start of any new construction project, a detailed drawing indicating the location of all fire hydrants to be installed, must be submitted and approved by the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), as well as with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). To speed up the process, these filings can be submitted simultaneously. In the case of temporary fire hydrant installations, only DEP approval is necessary; FDNY approval is not required. If you have a construction project that mandates the installation of a new fire hydrant or the relocation of an existing fire hydrant, follow the additional tips below on how to expedite the hydrant filing process and avoid job delays. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 7 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Public Hydrants FDNY applications should be filed with a “simple sketch” electronic copy, signed and sealed with a directional North Arrow, demonstrating: • Each Siamese installation on a building is within 100 feet of a hydrant. • A hydrant is located within 250 feet of the front entrance. • The size dimensions of the water main. • Identification of the four street corners closest to the hydrant. • Distances to other surrounding hydrants. DEP applications should be filed with: • A cover letter seeking approval for private/internal hydrant installation, relocation and water main installation/relocation (if applicable). • The water main and hydrants indicated on plans. Private Hydrants FDNY applications should be filed with a simple sketch electronic copy, signed and sealed with a directional North Arrow, demonstrating: • Each Siamese installation on a building is within 100 feet of a hydrant. • A hydrant is located within 250 feet of the front entrance. • The size dimensions of the water main. DEP applications should be filed with: • A cover letter seeking approval for private/internal hydrant installation, relocation and water main installation/relocation (if applicable). • The water main and hydrants indicated on plans. Note: The distance between the hydrants and Siamese installations/front entrances should be depicted on the plans with scaled radius circles with the appropriate dimensions. Filing for Common FDNY Permits Depending on the work being filed, gaining approval can sometimes be a long process. If a mistake is made and your permit is declined, the process can become inconvenient and slow down development of your project. It’s important to educated yourself on common FDNY permits and avoid the pain points to keep your project deliverables on time and within budget. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 8 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Fire Protection Plan (FPP) Commercial buildings consisting of six or more stories or that are at least 75 feet in height require a Fire Protection Plan (FPP) to secure a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) or to renew an existing one. As of January 1, 2016, the FDNY requires a $420 FPP application fee, accompanied by a TM-1 form and a check payable to the “Fire Department City of New York.” FPPs, while detailed and complex, are designed basically to show the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) that all requirements regarding fire protection and life safety are properly in place. A Fire Protection Plan is required for: • All high-rise buildings (exceeding 75 feet in height) • Public assembly spaces with an occupant load of 300 persons or more • Hotels (more than two stories and 30 rooms) • Residential buildings with more than 30 dwelling units and 10,000 square feet of mercantile, assembly, education or institutional use • Large (more than 20,000 square feet) spaces that are used for business, mercantile, factory, high hazard or storage use • This is pursuant to §27-228.1, as well as further publications/memoranda from DOB. FPPs are filed and reviewed by both the DOB and FDNY. Temporary Places of Assembly (TPA) Temporary Places of Assembly (TPAs) are assembly spaces that exceed 75 persons indoors or 200 persons outdoors, where there will be a temporary gathering or event for religious, recreational, educational, political or social purposes, or to consume food or drink. TPAs are intended for periods of 30 days or less. Typically, TPA permits are used when spaces within a building are temporarily changed from an office to an assembly for a special event, a function that is unique to the TPA. This type of permit is also used to temporarily allow food and drink consumption at an event where serving would otherwise not be allowed. For a more in-depth refresher on TPA requirements, check out this article. Certified Fire Guard (CFG) Once a TPA plan has been approved and a permit issued, one of the basic requirements is the CFG. A CFG is any person who has passed the CFG examination requirements of the FDNY. The role of a CFG in a TPA is to facilitate egress in case of emergency due to an excessive occupancy load for the space. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 9 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS The plan examiner who reviews the TPA will determine the required number of fire guards. Typically, there should be one per every 100 occupants/attendees. In some cases, the TPA is issued for a 30-day period; however, the occupancy of the space may only occur during business days. A common misconception is that the fire guards are still required to be on-site during the TPA hours, regardless of occupancy. The FDNY has clarified that this is not the case: the fire guards must be on-site only during that use or event. Fire Safety Plans (FSP) A Fire Safety Plan is required for: • Any public assembly space (with certain exceptions) FIRE SAFETY PLAN • Office buildings occupied by a total of 500 persons or more, or by more than 100 persons on one or more floors • Educational facilities • High-hazard occupancies • Institutional facilities • Buildings with an atrium containing assembly, educational or mercantile use • Covered malls exceeding 50,000 square feet • Buildings greater than six stories or 75 feet in height (except residential) • Underground buildings occupied by more than 100 persons. FSP plans are filed and reviewed only at the FDNY. The approval of the FSP is required for issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO). Emergency Action Plans (EAP) While not a complete list, an Emergency Action Plan is required for office buildings: • Over six stories or 75 feet in height • Occupied by a total of 500 persons or more, including street level, or by more than 100 persons on one or more floors • Equipped with a Class B or M fire alarm system. The combined filings for an FSP and EAP were required as of June 1, 2011, based on various FDNY rules, including FC404.2.1 and RCNY 404-01. The EAP, along with Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 10 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS representative floor plans and a Building Information Card must be located at the fire command station. The filings include detailed information that includes building owner information, building height, lawful use and occupancy, and the location of the fire command station, among other requirements. In addition, fillings must name a Fire Safety/EAP director, as well as a deputy director. EAP plans are filed and reviewed only at the FDNY. The approval of the EAP is required for issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO). Fire Safety Managers (FSM) Due to several fire-related construction accidents within the City of New York, Construction Site Fire Safety Managers now play an increasingly important role in the construction process. Per the Rules of the City of New York (RCNY) 1408.1, Construction Site Fire Safety Managers are required alongside Site Safety Managers or Site Safety Coordinators. The FSM is responsible for ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Fire Code and FDNY Rules, and also conducts inspections of the construction site and all fire safety measures at least once per day. Additionally, FSMs must log all inspections and make those records available to FDNY representatives. When fire watch service is required, the FSM is responsible for the general supervision of fire guards. Site Safety Managers/Coordinators are allowed to simultaneously serve as the Fire Safety Manager, but only with certification from the FDNY. To obtain a Certificate of Fitness to become a Construction Site Fire Safety Manager, applicants must complete a 20-hour Construction Site Fire Safety Manager course at a school certified by the FDNY. To be eligible, applicants must meet several prerequisites, which are available at the FDNY’s website. Fire Alarm Application Required Letter Types The fire alarm application process with the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) typically involves three types of letters. Once plans are approved and permitted and all work is finished, the electrician will schedule an FDNY inspection. An inspector will visit the property to determine if the work complies with current code requirements, and will then issue one of the following letter types: Letter of Defect (LOD) An inspector who identifies any deficiencies with the documentation or work itself will issue a Letter of Defect (LOD) to record these issues. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 11 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Letter of Recommendation (LOR) The inspector will issue a Letter of Recommendation (LOR) at the time of inspection to confirm that all requirements have been satisfied. If an LOD was previously issued, the LOR confirms correction of the previous defects. Letter of Approval (LOA) Once the LOR is processed, the FDNY issues a Letter of Approval (LOA) to verify that the inspection passed. The LOA confirms that all required documentation has been submitted and that all fire alarm work has been completed in compliance with approved plans. The LOA is e-filed with the (DOB), and an official copy is sent to the building owner via the U.S. Postal Service. Failure to procure an LOA can result in hefty fines and penalties. Filing for Ansul Fire Suppression Systems The term “Ansul” has become generic for non-water fire suppression systems. Ansul is actually the name of a company that produces these types of systems. The name Ansul comes from the first syllables of the chemical product anhydrous sulfur dioxide, which was originally used as a preservative and refrigerant before its use as a fire suppression agent. Some of the most common non-water-based fire suppression systems are carbon dioxide, dry chemical, aerosol, various foam types, various clean agents, and halon (now prohibited). The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) requires review, inspection and testing of all fire suppression systems prior to approval, and the process is among the more complicated filings. The process for these systems requires two separate and distinct filings, at both the DOB and the FDNY, along with the associated fees. This is because two different entities at the FDNY review these submissions: • One application is a suppression filing (commonly referred to as the mechanical portion). • The second is a fire alarm filing (the electrical portion). The process starts by submitting the Alteration Type II (Alt-2) applications to the DOB. Once the DOB issues job numbers, the submission to FDNY may begin. A registered design professional must sign the completed Application for Plan Examination/Document Review (TM-1) forms, which are submitted to the appropriate departments within FDNY. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 12 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS Fire Suppression (FP) Filing The fire suppression application requires stamped plans that include hydraulic calculations, along with any other supporting information. If approved, the Applicant of Record receives an official Letter of Approval, as well as approved plans. Otherwise, the FDNY issues a Letter of Objection, with instructions regarding what necessary changes or information is still required for approval. Fire Alarm Filing The fire alarm filing also requires stamped plans in addition to all pertinent supporting documentation. If the application is approved, the job status of the application on the DOB Buildings Information System (BIS) is updated to “PERMIT ENTIRE.” If rejected, the job status will be updated to “P/E DISAPPROVED.” As mentioned on pages 11, and 12, if a Letter of Defect is issued stating the necessary changes or additional requirements for approval will be issued and included in the original packet. Either way, the applicant must track the application and pick up the package at FDNY Headquarters. Schedule an Inspection After receiving approvals for both filings, and then completing the installation of the system as per plans, applicants must schedule FDNY inspection of the installed equipment. Applicants are required to attend the inspection with certain specific documentation (approved plans, forms B-45, A-433 B, TB-60, etc) and the required manpower necessary to assist the inspector in the performance of the inspection. Regulations for Flammable/Combustible Materials at Construction Sites Construction sites can be hazardous for many reasons, including the presence of flammable/combustible materials such as motor fuel. The Fire Code and the FDNY rules have provisions related to hazardous materials at construction sites, including specific rules for handling and using flammable/combustible liquids. Sections 1405 and 3406.2 of the Fire Code list the specific regulations related to flammable/combustible liquids at construction sites. The following is an overview of these regulations: • Containers for aboveground flammable/combustible liquid storage must be marked with the name of the product and this text: FLAMMABLE—KEEP FIRE AND FLAME AWAY. KEEP 50 FEET FROM BUILDINGS. • Flammable and combustible liquid may be stored only in metal containers. • Temporary tanks for flammable/combustible liquids may not exceed 660 gallons and must be made of steel. Fill openings require a locking closure device. Tanks shall have normal and emergency venting. These tanks must be at least 50 feet from buildings. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 13 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS • Ventilation is required for operations involving flammable solvents. • Flammable/combustible liquid storage areas must not be located near vegetation or combustible waste. • Sources of ignition are not permitted near flammable/combustible liquid storage areas; as such, “No Smoking” signs must be posted. • Class I and II liquids must be stored in approved safety containers. • Leaking containers must be immediately repaired or removed. Spills must be cleaned up immediately. All liquid and waste materials must be disposed of lawfully. FDNY Certificates of Fitness Certificates of Fitness (COF) are special certifications issued by the Fire Department of New York City (FDNY) under the New York City Fire Code. These Certificates are issued after individuals display that they have completed the requisite training programs and tests to satisfy the FDNY’s standards for each type of Certificate of Fitness. These Certificates can be required for various construction activities and may be required for certain operations within your building. Below we summarize the most common types of Certificates of Fitness that we come across at Milrose Consultants. 1. Certificate of Fitness F-01-Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment: Someone with this CoF must be on-site whenever a fire protection system is out of service for an extended period of time. 2.Certificate of Fitness F-03-Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel: An individual responsible for assisting in maintaining fire safety at an approved place of assembly (PA) or temporary place of assembly (TPA) at a specific location is required to hold a Certificate of Fitness. 3. Certificate of Fitness F-04-Temporary Indoor/Outdoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel: An individual responsible for assisting in maintaining fire safety at temporary place of assembly events at different locations is required to hold a Certificate of Fitness. This is vital if you have frequent temporary place of assemblies (TPAs) within your building or space. 4.Certificate of Fitness F-58-Fire Safety Director: Any building classified as Group E (1968 Code) or Group B (2008 Code) by the NYC Department of Buildings, which has an occupancy of 100 people or more must have a Fire Safety Director on site during regular business hours. This includes office buildings, public or civil services buildings, and hotels. Milrose Consultants, Inc. | www.milrose.com 14 FDNY PERMIT APPROVAL PROCESS 5. Certificate of Fitness F-59-Emergency Action Plan Director: An Emergency Action Plan Director is responsible to implement a fire safety and emergency action plan, training emergency action personnel and other duties related to emergency action plan. An EAP Director is required for any commercial building classified as Group B and mixed occupancies by the NYC Department of Buildings during regular business hours. 6. S-56 Construction Site Fire Safety Manager: This C of F is required at most major construction sites. 7. Certificate of Fitness S-95-Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems and Other Related Systems: Any FDNY approved fire alarm must be supervised by a Cof F holder. This can sometimes be the FSD or an S-95 holder. 8. Certificate of Fitness B-29: Supervision of Battery Systems and Other Related Equipment: This one is becoming more popular and important, as more uninterruptible power supply systems are in demand. These systems provide power to ensure the ongoing operation of critical systems (e.g. those used in hospitals, banks, hotels, etc.). About Milrose Consultants, Inc. Milrose Consultants, Inc. is a leader in the field of building code consulting and municipal permit filing with headquarters in New York City and offices in New Jersey, Long Island, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Washington, D.C. 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