Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Torch Operations (F-60)

A Certificate of Fitness holder must be present to watch for fires during hot work operations.

These operations occur at:

• Construction sites
• Rooftops where torch-applied roof systems are used
• Any building or structure where torch work is done by someone with a citywide permit

This Certificate of Fitness is only valid for the person it is given to and can be used anywhere in New York City.

• Pass the written exam: You need to pass a written exam to get this Certificate of Fitness. Review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.
  F-60 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. You can use a Sample Employer Recommendation Letter (PDF) or a Sample Self-Employment Letter (PDF)
  • Two forms of ID. One must be a government-issued photo ID, like a driver's license or a passport.

In-person applications:

• If you pass the test, you will get your certificate right after you finish.
• If you fail the test, you will get a failure report. To retake the test, you need to submit a new application and pay the fee again.

• The New York City Fire Code changes often. You must read and know the latest Study Materials.
• You need to renew this certificate every three years.

Renewal Notice: The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) will send you 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-examination when you renew. No certificate will be renewed without the required certification form or a retake of the exam.

Change of mailing address

Submit the following in person or by mail to the 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 "Fire Department City of New York"

Change of work location

Submit the following in person or by mail to FDNY, Cashier's Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:

• A letter from your current employer (on company letterhead) confirming that you are an employee and stating your new work location, or if self-employed, 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 "Fire Department City of New York"

Request a replacement certificate

Submit the following in person or by mail to the FDNY, Cashier's Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:

• A government-issued photo ID (like a Driver's License or Passport). The name on the ID must match the name on the certificate
• Your Social Security number
• Your mailing address
• A personal check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the "Fire Department City of New York"

• Visit the Public Certification Unit: Go to the Public Certification Unit with your application form and documents. You don't need an appointment.
  
  NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
  Public Certification Unit
  9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
  Brooklyn, NY 11201
  Hours: Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed on public holidays.

• Submit your documents: Hand in your completed application form and supporting 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)
    
    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 on official letterhead.

• Take the exam: You will take the exam after submitting your documents 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.

• Certificate of Fitness Access ID: Make sure you have your 12-digit Certificate of Fitness Access ID. This is on your Renewal Notice. If you do not have your Renewal Notice, your Access ID is your eight-digit Certificate of Fitness number and the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you are renewing for a company's employees, the company must be approved by FDNY and have an eight-digit Company Code. To request approval, email pubrenew@fdny.nyc.gov.

• Renewal fee: Pay the $15 renewal fee online by one of these methods:

  • Credit card (American Express, Discover, Mastercard or Visa)
  • Debit card (Mastercard or Visa)
  • E-check
    
    Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will have a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. A convenience fee of 2.49 percent will be added to all credit card payments. The renewal fee is non-refundable. You cannot request a fee exemption if you renew online.

• Certificate issuance: If all the requirements are met, a certificate will be mailed out within 10 days.

• Renewal process: To renew a certificate, click on the Renew Online button. If you are an individual, you can only renew your own certificate.

• Renewal fee: Pay the $15 renewal fee by one of these methods:

  • 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)
    
    Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will have a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. A convenience fee of 2.49 percent will be added to all credit card payments. The renewal fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they submit a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their City agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.

• Submitting documents: Submit your Renewal Notice (or if you did not receive a Renewal Notice, a copy of your certificate), and if applicable, your fee payment and supporting documents to:
  
  NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
  Cashier's Unit
  9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
  Brooklyn, NY 11201
  Hours: Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed on public holidays.

• Certificate issuance: If all the requirements are met, a certificate will be issued immediately.

• Renewal fee: Pay the $15 renewal fee by one of these methods:

  • Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
  • Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
    
    Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will have a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. The renewal fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they mail a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their City agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.

• Mailing documents: Mail your Renewal Notice (or if you did not receive a Renewal Notice, a copy of your certificate), and if applicable, your fee payment and supporting documents to:
  
  NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
  Cashier's Unit
  9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
  Brooklyn, NY 11201

• Certificate issuance: If all the requirements are met, a certificate will be mailed out within four to six weeks.