Certificate of Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor (F-07)

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor.

• This certificate is required to lead fire drills in buildings that do not need a Fire Safety Director. The main purpose of a fire drill is to let people practice emergency evacuation.

• The Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor ensures that fire drills are safe and orderly.

• In buildings where a Fire Safety Director is needed, the Fire Safety Director handles these duties.

• This Certificate of Fitness is valid only at a specific location and for the person to whom it is issued.

• Pass the written exam: You need to pass a written exam to get this Certificate of Fitness. You must review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials (PDF).

• Apply in person: You must apply in person and bring these documents:

  • A completed Certificate of Fitness Application Form (PDF)
  • A letter of employment:
    Sample Employer Recommendation Letter (PDF)
    Sample Self-Employment Letter (PDF)
  • Two forms of ID, which must include one government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or a passport

• In-person applications:

  • If you pass the test: You will get your certificate right away.
  • If you do not pass the test: You will get a report that says you failed. To take the test again, you need to submit a new application and pay the fee again.

• The New York City (NYC) Fire Code changes often: You must read and know the latest Study Materials.

• You need to renew this certificate every three years:

  • The NYC Fire Department (FDNY) will send a Renewal Notice 90 days before your certificate expires.
  • This letter will have your certificate number, expiration date and renewal fee.
  • You must renew your certificate within 364 days of the expiration date. If your certificate is more than one year past its expiration date, you will need to apply again.
  • FDNY may ask you to take a re-exam when you renew.
  • No certificate will be renewed without the required form or a retake of the exam.

• To change your mailing address, submit the following in person or by mail to the NYC Fire Department (FDNY), Cashier's Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:

  • A letter requesting the change of mailing address
  • A copy of your certificate with the old address
  • A personal check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the New York City Fire Department

• To change your work location, submit the following in person or by mail to NYC Fire Department (FDNY), Cashier's Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:

  • A letter from your current employer on company letterhead confirming your employment and new work location; if self-employed, include a letter requesting a change to your work location
  • A copy of your certificate with the old address
  • A personal check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the New York City Fire Department

• To request a replacement certificate, submit the following in person or by mail to the NYC Fire Department (FDNY), Cashier's Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:

  • A government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or a passport); the name on the ID must match the name on the certificate
  • Your Social Security number (SSN)
  • Your mailing address
  • A personal check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the New York City Fire Department

• Visit the Public Certification Unit: Go to the Public Certification Unit with your application form and documents. You do not need an appointment.

• Submit your application: Hand in your completed application form and documents.

• Pay the application fee: The fee is $25. You can pay by:

  • Cash
  • Credit card (American Express, Discover, Mastercard or Visa)
  • Debit card (Mastercard or Visa)
  • Personal or company check made payable to the New York City Fire Department
  • Money order made payable to the New York City Fire Department
    
    Note:
  • A 2 percent convenience fee applies to all credit card payments.
  • The fee is non-refundable.
  • City employees can request a fee exemption by submitting a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their City agency.
  • The letter must be on official letterhead. The letter must confirm their employment and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used for their work-related tasks.

• Take the exam: You will take the exam after submitting your application and paying the fee.

• Get your certificate: If you pass the exam, you will get your Certificate of Fitness right away. If you fail, you will need to apply again, pay the fee and retake the exam.