Brother victor from the Bronx says thank you for sharing your wisdom and information, I am out side but I will review the information, I working as a security officer and I need to improve my self
What a phenomenal video. Pact full of information and delivered in such a fluid understandable way. Thank you so much for making this video. It helped tremendously
hey @greedonlife, I finished my 31 hr FLSD course a while back, and passed the prep test with an 89%. but truth be told I dont know the first thing about actually being in the Field. I have worked closely with many FLSD's, as I also have the F-01, 2, 3 and 4 so I am not Totally unfamiliar with the field but im looking for a more in depth view in to the way it all works. not so much the by the book approach but the ins and the outs of the day to day as an flsd. it would be nice in your next video to get that kinda of perspective to help me understand the field better, so that i might feel more at ease taking that next step and level of responsibility. .i do appreciate these videos though they help me to retain information, keep it up man
Joshua Mercado good question. It all depends on your employer. If you are hired through a security firm, typically you would have a log book that must be signed daily. Lamp test are also done daily because you may find something wrong, either an impairment or a trouble/supervisory or devices that are disabled. Sometimes the person you relieve may not properly brief you, so the daily lamp test is way to create a habit of consistently informing yourself of anything out of the ordinary. You may also be required to be a shift supervisor. Due to the fact that you would command a higher rate, managers may want to throw in that job as well. In terms of conducting inspections, the engineering departments usually handle that.
@@Greedonlife I’m getting back to security. However I may go get my fsd,that’s good info you give/gave in your videos. How old are you to be doing all this seems like you kept elevating and elevating to you reached your goal.
Hey sir! Took my first day of the training course! I have the booklet in about to read it so can take the written test and September or early October. I've learned so me "knowing the material in the book" plays a big role in me gaining the knowledge to pass the test. Thanks for the video. It's a daunting task, but my mind in heart is prepared.
@@Greedonlife I have my last two exams at 9 metro tech coming up. Once I achieve that, I'll get my t-89 Which will led to me getting my F-89 if I pass the on site test. Hopefully by mid January I'll have the T-89.
@@nicoleraheem1195 I passed the two test at 9 metro tech. But I have to get a "verification letter" from my company Saying I have more then 18 months of experience as a member of the fire brigade. Once I send that hopefully I'll receive my "certificate of fitness" To take the onsite test at whoever Company hires me.
Rony Macean The pleasure is all mine. Congratulations on making your transition. Please share the video so that we can continue to help those who need it. Thank you and may god bless you and your family.
No! Don't confuse people! Fire guards experience is not qualified for FSD! Look: "The experience of only being a Fire Guard (e.g. F-01, F-02, F-03, F-04, F-36, F-54, F-91, etc.) or a security guard (e.g. S-60 or New York State security licence) will generally NOT QUALIFY you to become a Fire Safety Director candidate." Acceptable experiences are: S-12, S-13, S-14, S-97, S-98, S-95, F-78, S-78, F-80, firefighter, police, law enforcement...
Thanks for the comment. Sorry I didn’t get to you last year. I agree with your comment however, I did mention how a fire/security guard can fall into a qualified category. You must be a part of the fire brigade if you are security. For floor warden you have to be a tenet normally, so security typically doesn’t qualify under this. Did you miss that part of the video?
Greetings thanks for the video it’s very informative, quick question if your a f02 but never had the opportunity to help during a drill are you still part of the fire brigade? Thanks again
nicely done insightful video. Question though. In your opinion. How difficult is it for someone who already has a significant amount of fireguard experience under their belt to become a fsd ?
If you referring to on the job duties, it’s totally different. Typically when you are a flsd, you will be in a leadership role. As a fire guard you are taking direction from someone. In terms of the study/test, they are closely related. To be an flsd you have to know everything that a fire guard knows and then some.
Hey, bro is there a lot of Mathematics in being a FLSD? Is it a lot to retain? How many months would it take to get everything done? Great video champ!
Hey I’m 28 been working security/loss prevention for schools retail and community center for the past 9 years. I want to make more than $20/hr now, my question is how long is this process? Also what is your schedule like?
I have a security license, how can I go about obtaining my fire safety certification from here? Or am I not qualified cause of the current situation I’m in?
Thanks for your video. I'm embarking on the journey to become a FSD. I just been trying to educate and prepare my mind and heart for what's to come if I qualify. I'm not thinking of the salary or benefits, I'm thinking of gaining knowledge so I can be proficient at the job! Not trying to be liability in that assignment.
@@Greedonlife thanks for the encouragement! Before I saw your video i told myself "this new venture is going challenge me in so many ways" my intelligence and patience. Anyway thanks.
Quick question I currently have my C.O.F- F89 with years of experience in this field. I have never heard someone tell me I need a fire guard F01 certification. When I actually train Fire Guards and they take orders from the FLSD How can this be true?
@@MmM-jb7xg from my knowledge, your "C.O.F F89" is above the "F-01" because from reading the 2 instruction manuals I have received from my training course, inside the book, someone with a "F-01" would be under your authority respectfully. someone carrying a "F-01" can only perform limited duties.
Im having a issue with getting my company to sign off on my letter I have 2 years with this company I work for now and a few years with the company before that I've already wasted money doing this process back in 2012 where employers didnt want to give me a recommendation because they thought I was going to quit what do you recommend?
J. Michaels I recommend you seeking opportunities elsewhere. I know it seems like no one will give you a shot but you have to apply to every opening. There is so many jobs that you are bound to get one. You just have to be confident on your interview. Don’t get discouraged, just keep looking. You will find something. As long as you passed the written you are qualified to work as an acting FLSD.
@@Greedonlife Definetly, thanks but on in order to take a written test at 9metro you need a recommendation letter will a employer whos hiring give you one even though you never worked for them like if lets say Kent Security is hiring fsds and i already took the 20hr and other courses if they wanted to hire me would they give me the letter?
J. Michaels maybe. I would get the letter from metro tech then go to your security company HR dept to have them sign it. A lot of site managers don’t know the steps. Just print out the letter and fill it out yourself. That should be a pretty easy fix. If not you could get hired but they would really have to like you. You current employer would be your best bet.
Always. Anytime any part of the fire and life safety system is planned to be out of service or any unplanned out of service condition requires you to be offline until that out of service condition is completely inspected and verified to be in full operational service.
Polo Lauren thanks for the comment. You have to word your paperwork properly. If your are a fire/security guard, you have to list yourself as part of the fire brigade. You have to list the duties of a fire brigade member on your paperwork in order to qualify.
@@Greedonlife your time is appreciated. But in real life they are looking for the cheapest and most knowledgeable guy in the city at this time. So is not worthed knowing anything
I took the classes And my old supervisor will not give me a verfication letter even though I did 3 years doing fire related duties.Is there anything else I can do to verify the exeperince of those three years
From the FDNY. Your employer, if they are familiar with the process will assist. Otherwise you have to draw it up based on the what you do and match it up with the duties of the fire brigade.
I’m currently a F80 trying to become a Fire life safety director - I was wonder do you know specifically what chapters or what do you need to know that’s going to be on the test because reading this whole booklet over & over again is killing me man lol ?
You can go to the fire institute at John jay. I believe it’s on 57th street and 10th Avenue. There is also radiant which I believe is on the east side midtown. You also have global which is across the street from Madison square garden.
I was getting ready to take the FSD course at John Jay College so I can eventually go take the the FSD test however I have and issue. In order for me to be qualified to go take the test I have also have 3 years of specific work experience example (fire fighters, NYPD) I don't have that experience. I was also told by John Jay safe the way around that is a specific certificates. So my question is do you know what certificates that are required? And what Joss are related to these certificates not counting Fire Fighters or NYPD? At least I already have the F-01 and the F-04, I'm also currently work as a fire Guard. I'm hoping that quality.
@@donjuandemarco2995 Wow wait is that all I need? Don't get me hype lol. I don't have experience as NYPD or a NYFD but I am a fire Guard, so all I need to so is take the classes, get the letter from NY job and they will allow me to take that test for fire safety director?
@@Trapinnewyork44 yes you have to get your employer to vouch for you and give you the letter stating you have worked as a fire brigade or fire guard for 5 years
As per the qualifications, security guards and fire guards are not qualified to become flsd they have to be a building evacuation supervisor for 3 yrs or 18 months in order to qualify.
Talking from experience, the title security itself does not qualify you as per the FDNY. However, security guards if they are on the fire safety plan as fire brigade members or in some cases where they act as the evacuation supervisor after normal business hours, do qualify. Once you understand the duties of the fire brigade or evacuation supervisor, you can articulate it on a document that you present to your security company who will then issue you a letterhead
@@Greedonlife would be easier just to take the bes route less hops and hurdles to be honest, that's the route I took just got my certificate of completion and I'm ready to go.
@@joewaters1225 be assigned to a building training directly with the flsd as a building evacuation supervisor for 18 months minimum with 6 months experience in a single building.
Jose Corchado I would recommend the F/G-60. Also the S-12 and S -13/14. Depends where you want to go with it. I would overall say that the Q-99/Q-01 is the top thing to have. Starting salaries with that is $60k-90k.
Andy Ramos yes it is. It all depends on what your goal is. If it’s just to make more money, you can expect the same type of work life as a fire and life safety director as a security guard. You would have more responsibility but similar work life.
I've let my flsd cof expired last year April 2018. I want to renew it. What is the process now, do I start from scratch and take the course all over or can I just go to 9 metro tect and see if I can just pay to renew it and get it back. I also was told to renew it I needed to take the eap so what do I do now?
Juan Camposreales I’m going to do the follow up but to answer your question, yes you must complete the EAP/Active shooter before you can renew. If all the paperwork is together then you would’ve had 364 days to renew with a late penalty but starting the process over happens if you let a full year elapse.
“Renewal fee for the F-89 C of F is $15.00. It applies for any Certificate of Fitness to be renewed from 90 days before to 90 days after the expiration date. It is very important to renew your C of F before it expires. Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will incur a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. Certificates expired over one year past expiration date will not be renewed. New exams will be required.” That’s straight from the horse’s mouth my brother. Good luck to you and pay that money, I mean you know how in demand this license is.
Brother victor from the Bronx says thank you for sharing your wisdom and information, I am out side but I will review the information, I working as a security officer and I need to improve my self
What a phenomenal video. Pact full of information and delivered in such a fluid understandable way. Thank you so much for making this video. It helped tremendously
hey @greedonlife, I finished my 31 hr FLSD course a while back, and passed the prep test with an 89%. but truth be told I dont know the first thing about actually being in the Field. I have worked closely with many FLSD's, as I also have the F-01, 2, 3 and 4 so I am not Totally unfamiliar with the field but im looking for a more in depth view in to the way it all works. not so much the by the book approach but the ins and the outs of the day to day as an flsd. it would be nice in your next video to get that kinda of perspective to help me understand the field better, so that i might feel more at ease taking that next step and level of responsibility.
.i do appreciate these videos though they help me to retain information, keep it up man
Joshua Mercado good question. It all depends on your employer. If you are hired through a security firm, typically you would have a log book that must be signed daily. Lamp test are also done daily because you may find something wrong, either an impairment or a trouble/supervisory or devices that are disabled. Sometimes the person you relieve may not properly brief you, so the daily lamp test is way to create a habit of consistently informing yourself of anything out of the ordinary. You may also be required to be a shift supervisor. Due to the fact that you would command a higher rate, managers may want to throw in that job as well. In terms of conducting inspections, the engineering departments usually handle that.
@@Greedonlife I’m getting back to security. However I may go get my fsd,that’s good info you give/gave in your videos. How old are you to be doing all this seems like you kept elevating and elevating to you reached your goal.
Amen , you have to put the work in , 55 years old so really like this information
Hey sir! Took my first day of the training course! I have the booklet in about to read it so can take the written test and September or early October. I've learned so me "knowing the material in the book" plays a big role in me gaining the knowledge to pass the test. Thanks for the video. It's a daunting task, but my mind in heart is prepared.
That’s great to hear. All the best and I hope you will bring in the new year accomplishing your the goals you set out for yourself.
@@Greedonlife I have my last two exams at 9 metro tech coming up.
Once I achieve that, I'll get my t-89
Which will led to me getting my F-89 if I pass the on site test. Hopefully by mid January I'll have the T-89.
@@matthewstanley2627 How did it go ?
@@nicoleraheem1195 I passed the two test at 9 metro tech. But I have to get a "verification letter" from my company
Saying I have more then 18 months of experience as a member of the fire brigade. Once I send that hopefully
I'll receive my "certificate of fitness"
To take the onsite test at whoever
Company hires me.
@@matthewstanley2627 Congratulations 🎉 and do you have to have 18 months with one specific security company?
Thank you and may God bless you I'm starting that Journey now
Rony Macean The pleasure is all mine. Congratulations on making your transition. Please share the video so that we can continue to help those who need it. Thank you and may god bless you and your family.
No! Don't confuse people!
Fire guards experience is not qualified for FSD!
Look:
"The experience of only being a Fire Guard (e.g. F-01, F-02, F-03, F-04, F-36, F-54, F-91, etc.) or a security guard (e.g. S-60 or New York State security licence) will generally NOT QUALIFY you to become a Fire Safety Director candidate."
Acceptable experiences are: S-12, S-13, S-14, S-97, S-98, S-95, F-78, S-78, F-80, firefighter, police, law enforcement...
Thanks for the comment. Sorry I didn’t get to you last year. I agree with your comment however, I did mention how a fire/security guard can fall into a qualified category. You must be a part of the fire brigade if you are security. For floor warden you have to be a tenet normally, so security typically doesn’t qualify under this. Did you miss that part of the video?
Greetings thanks for the video it’s very informative, quick question if your a f02 but never had the opportunity to help during a drill are you still part of the fire brigade? Thanks again
Depends. You have to be put in the fire safety and evacuation plan
@@GreedonlifeHey quick question do you need an employer recommendation in order to take your F-02? Or I can do it on my own?
I am going for it
nicely done insightful video. Question though. In your opinion. How difficult is it for someone who already has a significant amount of fireguard experience under their belt to become a fsd ?
If you referring to on the job duties, it’s totally different. Typically when you are a flsd, you will be in a leadership role. As a fire guard you are taking direction from someone. In terms of the study/test, they are closely related. To be an flsd you have to know everything that a fire guard knows and then some.
Hey, bro is there a lot of Mathematics in being a FLSD? Is it a lot to retain? How many months would it take to get everything done? Great video champ!
Hey I’m 28 been working security/loss prevention for schools retail and community center for the past 9 years. I want to make more than $20/hr now, my question is how long is this process? Also what is your schedule like?
It’s relatively short. Few months tops. School then tests.
Don't worry, with all courses and training which will take you forever include class renewals, you are on the right track to hit $21 për hour
@@deathvalley1477your a douche 😂
That's the sad truth still in 2024 @@deathvalley1477
I have a security license, how can I go about obtaining my fire safety certification from here? Or am I not qualified cause of the current situation I’m in?
Thanks for your video. I'm embarking on the journey to become a FSD. I just been trying to educate and prepare my mind and heart for what's to come if I qualify.
I'm not thinking of the salary or benefits, I'm thinking of gaining knowledge so I can be proficient at the job! Not trying to be liability in that assignment.
If that is your mission, the money will come along.
@@Greedonlife thanks for the encouragement! Before I saw your video i told myself "this new venture is going challenge me in so many ways" my intelligence and patience. Anyway thanks.
Quick question I currently have my C.O.F- F89 with years of experience in this field. I have never heard someone tell me I need a fire guard F01 certification. When I actually train Fire Guards and they take orders from the FLSD
How can this be true?
@@MmM-jb7xg from my knowledge, your "C.O.F F89" is above the "F-01" because from reading the 2 instruction manuals I have received from my training course, inside the book, someone with a "F-01" would be under your authority respectfully. someone carrying a "F-01" can only perform limited duties.
Lsst..."everyone who has a "F-01" would love to have a "F-89" certification!
HOW LONG AFTER I pass the test at the fdny do i have to take the onsite?
I believe you have one year to be scheduled.
Im having a issue with getting my company to sign off on my letter I have 2 years with this company I work for now and a few years with the company before that I've already wasted money doing this process back in 2012 where employers didnt want to give me a recommendation because they thought I was going to quit what do you recommend?
J. Michaels I recommend you seeking opportunities elsewhere. I know it seems like no one will give you a shot but you have to apply to every opening. There is so many jobs that you are bound to get one. You just have to be confident on your interview. Don’t get discouraged, just keep looking. You will find something. As long as you passed the written you are qualified to work as an acting FLSD.
@@Greedonlife Definetly, thanks but on in order to take a written test at 9metro you need a recommendation letter will a employer whos hiring give you one even though you never worked for them like if lets say Kent Security is hiring fsds and i already took the 20hr and other courses if they wanted to hire me would they give me the letter?
J. Michaels maybe. I would get the letter from metro tech then go to your security company HR dept to have them sign it. A lot of site managers don’t know the steps. Just print out the letter and fill it out yourself. That should be a pretty easy fix. If not you could get hired but they would really have to like you. You current employer would be your best bet.
Did everything work out for you?
@@Xx5thofHennyxX Hell naw, im done with this field too much bullshit for nothing. Your milage may vary.
@Greedonlife In the event of an out of service condition, should the system be taken offline or no?
Always. Anytime any part of the fire and life safety system is planned to be out of service or any unplanned out of service condition requires you to be offline until that out of service condition is completely inspected and verified to be in full operational service.
@@Greedonlife Thank you so much. My exam is on Tuesday.
@@austinbarry8978 did you pass?
@@TeddiiTheGod Yes, I did, back in May. Thanks so much.
@@austinbarry8978 congrats
Bro, this video is quite inspiring. Thanks Roosevelt Hotel Security Nelson
Oh snap, how you doing bro.
@@Greedonlife just saw your message lol but hood and I hope you as well!
Being a fire guard or security guard will generally not qualify you, is there a way around that?
Polo Lauren thanks for the comment. You have to word your paperwork properly. If your are a fire/security guard, you have to list yourself as part of the fire brigade. You have to list the duties of a fire brigade member on your paperwork in order to qualify.
Your employer can give you a letter stating you are a fire brigade in your building and need to become a fire safety director
@@Greedonlife your time is appreciated. But in real life they are looking for the cheapest and most knowledgeable guy in the city at this time. So is not worthed knowing anything
I took the classes And my old supervisor will not give me a verfication letter even though I did 3 years doing fire related duties.Is there anything else I can do to verify the exeperince of those three years
This is what I’m afraid of. They might do that out of spite.
You can go straight to the company. Speak to HR and explain the situation. They cannot deny your work history.
Where can I get a sample employer fire brigade letter?
From the FDNY. Your employer, if they are familiar with the process will assist. Otherwise you have to draw it up based on the what you do and match it up with the duties of the fire brigade.
I’m currently a F80 trying to become a Fire life safety director - I was wonder do you know specifically what chapters or what do you need to know that’s going to be on the test because reading this whole booklet over & over again is killing me man lol ?
Watch the three videos I made on the tests. I pretty much laid out the blueprint to pass.
Can someone recommend me to a school please theres always something wrong with the ones i find
@Anthony Wallace Where do you live?
You can go to the fire institute at John jay. I believe it’s on 57th street and 10th Avenue. There is also radiant which I believe is on the east side midtown. You also have global which is across the street from Madison square garden.
@@austinbarry8978 in jersey
@@Greedonlife thank you so much
@@Greedonlife I'm looking at it and it says that my fire guard experience does not count as experience to get my flsd.
I was getting ready to take the FSD course at John Jay College so I can eventually go take the the FSD test however I have and issue. In order for me to be qualified to go take the test I have also have 3 years of specific work experience example (fire fighters, NYPD) I don't have that experience. I was also told by John Jay safe the way around that is a specific certificates. So my question is do you know what certificates that are required? And what Joss are related to these certificates not counting Fire Fighters or NYPD?
At least I already have the F-01 and the F-04, I'm also currently work as a fire Guard. I'm hoping that quality.
You have to get a letter from your employer staying you worked as an fireguard or fire brigade.
@@donjuandemarco2995 Wow wait is that all I need? Don't get me hype lol. I don't have experience as NYPD or a NYFD but I am a fire Guard, so all I need to so is take the classes, get the letter from NY job and they will allow me to take that test for fire safety director?
@@Trapinnewyork44 yes you have to get your employer to vouch for you and give you the letter stating you have worked as a fire brigade or fire guard for 5 years
@@Trapinnewyork44 you can't move ahead without that letter. Talk to your employer and tell them your intentions that you want to be an FSD
Anyone know where I can get a sample employer letter vouching for me as a fire brigade member?
I know this guy.
As per the qualifications, security guards and fire guards are not qualified to become flsd they have to be a building evacuation supervisor for 3 yrs or 18 months in order to qualify.
Talking from experience, the title security itself does not qualify you as per the FDNY. However, security guards if they are on the fire safety plan as fire brigade members or in some cases where they act as the evacuation supervisor after normal business hours, do qualify. Once you understand the duties of the fire brigade or evacuation supervisor, you can articulate it on a document that you present to your security company who will then issue you a letterhead
@@Greedonlife would be easier just to take the bes route less hops and hurdles to be honest, that's the route I took just got my certificate of completion and I'm ready to go.
What’s the BES route ?
@@joewaters1225 be assigned to a building training directly with the flsd as a building evacuation supervisor for 18 months minimum with 6 months experience in a single building.
After I become a Fire Life saftey director licensed what other class can I take that will give me a raise, start with a surplus U Digz !?
Jose Corchado I would recommend the F/G-60. Also the S-12 and S -13/14. Depends where you want to go with it. I would overall say that the Q-99/Q-01 is the top thing to have. Starting salaries with that is $60k-90k.
@@Greedonlife thank U 💯💯👍🙏
👍
Happy law.
How much does it cost for, the test in Brooklyn
Polo Mclauren it cost $25 last I checked. If you use debit/credit they charge a convenience fee.
It's $25 to be a certified for an S95. I believe that is that cost for all COFs.
Is balancing work life and your life outside of work difficult?
Andy Ramos yes it is. It all depends on what your goal is. If it’s just to make more money, you can expect the same type of work life as a fire and life safety director as a security guard. You would have more responsibility but similar work life.
I've let my flsd cof expired last year April 2018. I want to renew it. What is the process now, do I start from scratch and take the course all over or can I just go to 9 metro tect and see if I can just pay to renew it and get it back. I also was told to renew it I needed to take the eap so what do I do now?
Juan Camposreales I’m going to do the follow up but to answer your question, yes you must complete the EAP/Active shooter before you can renew. If all the paperwork is together then you would’ve had 364 days to renew with a late penalty but starting the process over happens if you let a full year elapse.
@@Greedonlife are you positive it's a full year elapse?
“Renewal fee for the F-89 C of F is $15.00. It applies for any Certificate of Fitness to be renewed from 90 days before to 90 days after the expiration date. It is very important to renew your C of F before it expires. Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will incur a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. Certificates expired over one year past expiration date will not be renewed. New exams will be required.” That’s straight from the horse’s mouth my brother. Good luck to you and pay that money, I mean you know how in demand this license is.
@@Greedonlife ok cool thanks a lot for your help Greed
You have to start over my friend.