F-89 Emergency Action Plan (EAPD) / Fire Safety Director (FSD) Practice Exam

Which elevator will be used as the primary elevator in an emergency situation in the building?

1. Service elevator #11

2. Service elevator #12

3. Passenger elevator A

4. Passenger elevator B

The correct answer is: Service elevator #11

In an emergency situation, the primary elevator designated for use is typically a service elevator. Service elevators are specifically designed to accommodate emergency personnel, equipment, and evacuation procedures. They tend to be larger and more robust, making them better suited for transporting the necessary resources during an emergency. Service elevator #11 being chosen as the primary elevator implies it has been identified for its reliability, operational capacity, and possibly its access to critical areas of the building that need to be reached during an emergency. Unlike passenger elevators, which may not function during power outages or emergencies due to safety protocols, service elevators are engineered to support emergency operations, ensuring that fire safety teams can quickly access different floors. This choice emphasizes the importance of using the appropriate type of elevator that can safely assist in an emergency, enhancing both the response effectiveness and the safety of the building occupants and emergency responders.