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Based on the Building Code requirements (RCNY 3616-04), all FDNY approved one-way emergency voice communications service, where provided in, must be for use only by the FDNY or by building personnel holding a F-53 Certificate of Fitness.
If the fire alarm system with one-way communication system is installed to be used by building personnel, there must be at least one F-53 C of F holder present continuously on premises during the regular business hours of the occupancy for EACH fire alarm system with one-way voice communication system.
This Certificate of Fitness is valid only for the specific person to whom it is issued and can be used anywhere within New York City.
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NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Address
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
Website
https://www1.nyc.gov/fdny
Email
pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov
Phone
(718) 999-1988
For further assistance, please call 311 and ask for: Certificate of Fitness Unit
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Closed on public holidays.
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