Description

This 32-hour IN-Person preparation course is designed to help you pass both the written and on-site FDNY FLSD F-89 Certificate of Fitness examinations. The program closely follows the official FDNY study guide and covers essential fire safety knowledge, building codes, and emergency management procedures.

Who Needs an F-89 Certificate?
In New York City, high-rise office buildings, hotels, and certain commercial properties with fire alarm systems and two-way voice communication must have a certified Fire and Life Safety Director (FLSD) on-site during regular business hours. The FLSD is responsible for implementing fire and emergency action plans, coordinating evacuations, and ensuring the safety of all building occupants.

Key Topics Covered:

• Fire and non-fire emergencies
• Active shooter emergency protection planning
• Medical emergency response, including heart attack and seizure assistance
• Fire safety and evacuation procedures
• Standpipe and sprinkler systems
• FDNY Fire Code compliance and required recordkeeping
• Roles and responsibilities of the FLSD and Deputy FLSD

Additional Responsibilities:

The FLSD and Deputy FLSD oversee implementation of FDNY-approved safety plans, conduct staff training, organize drills, maintain fire watch, and collaborate with coordinators of fire safety.

Certification Notes:

• The F-89 replaces the former F-59 FS/EAP Director Certificate of Fitness.
• Certificates are issued to a specific person and tied to a designated location.
• Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Proficient in English and able to pass both written and oral exam components
• Must have one of the following:
  • At least 3 years of full-time work experience in firefighting, public safety, fire prevention, code enforcement, emergency preparedness, or building systems regulated by construction codes
  • OR 18 months of full-time work experience, with at least 6 continuous months at the same location, in one of the fields above
• Completion of an FDNY-approved FLSD training course (this program fulfills that requirement)
• Pass both the FDNY written exam and on-site practical test at FDNY Headquarters
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position

Course Inclusions:

• FDNY F-89 Study Guide
• NYC Fire Department study materials
• F-89 practice test and review modules
• Comprehensive instruction from experienced fire safety professionals

Why This Certification Matters:

Becoming a certified Fire and Life Safety Director is a key step toward a specialized safety career in New York City. This role demands strong leadership, effective communication skills, in-depth fire code knowledge, and the ability to manage emergencies calmly and effectively.

Enroll today to prepare with confidence and take the next step toward earning your FDNY F-89 Fire and Life Safety Director Certificate of Fitness.