Construction Site Fire Safety Manager
(S-56)
Course Description
This is the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) certified course for the Construction Site Fire Safety Manager. It consists of two 5-hour classes.
FDNY requires that you attend all classes and receive a mark of 70% on NYFSI’s final exam for this course. Those passing with a mark of 70% or higher are granted a diploma from NYFSI, which must be presented at the Fire Department.
About the FDNY Certificate of Fitness
The S-56 Certificate of Fitness is required where a Site Safety Manager or Site Safety Coordinator is required by the Building Code for a construction site. The Construction Site Fire Safety Manager (CSFSM) shall conduct an inspection of the construction site and all fire safety measures on at least a daily basis, and maintain a record when construction, demolition and alteration work is being conducted.