Certificate of Fitness for Residential Sprinkler Systems (S-11)

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City Fire Department

An individual who inspects, tests, and maintains sprinkler systems in residential buildings or structures classified as R-2 occupancies up to and including six stories with not more than 30 sprinkler heads, or with a compactor sprinkler system, is required to hold a Certificate of Fitness.

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

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Public Certification Unit

9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor

Brooklyn NY 11201

Email pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov

Phone (718) 999-1988

For further assistance, please call 311 and ask for: Certificate of Fitness

Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Closed on public holidays.

Certificate of Fitness for Residential Sprinkler Systems (S-11)

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