FDNY Fireguard Practice Tests
Working fire watch in New York City requires an FDNY fireguard Certificate of Fitness. Which one you need depends on the job. Pick your exam below to start practicing — free, no sign-up.
What is a fireguard Certificate of Fitness?
A fireguard Certificate of Fitness (C of F) is a credential from the FDNY that authorizes you to perform fire watch duties — patrolling a building to detect fire hazards, raise the alarm, and help occupants evacuate. Employers across NYC require it for security guards, building staff, shelter workers, and construction crews. You earn it by passing a written exam in person at FDNY headquarters, 9 MetroTech Center in Brooklyn.
F-01 vs F-02: which do you need?
| Content | F-01 — Fire Guard for Impairment | F-02 — Fire Guard for Shelter |
|---|---|---|
| What it covers | Fire watch when a building’s sprinkler, standpipe, or fire alarm system is out of service | Fire safety in homeless and emergency shelters, plus impairment fire watch within them |
| Common roles | Security guards, building superintendents, construction workers | Shelter staff, security guards, building managers |
| Exam | 20 questions, 30 minutes, 70% to pass | 25 questions, 38 minutes, 70% to pass |