Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Standpipe Systems (S-13)

About Apply After You Apply Operating & Renewing

New Application Fees $25 HOW TO APPLY

Application Reviewed Within 1 Day 1 Days AFTER YOU APPLY

Renewal Fees $15 OPERATING & RENEWING

Renewal Cycle 3 Years OPERATING & RENEWING

About

City Fire Department

An individual who inspects, tests, and maintains standpipe systems in buildings or structures in New York City is required to hold an S-13 or S-14 Certificate of Fitness. S-13 Certificate of Fitness is authorized to inspect, tests and maintains all standpipe systems except multi-zone standpipe systems. Any building with multi-zone standpipe systems must be continuously under the personal supervision of a person holding an S-14 Certificate of Fitness.

This S-13 Certificate of Fitness is valid only for the specific person to whom it is issued and can be used anywhere within New York City.

Additional resources

New York City Fire Code

S-13 Notice of Exam and Study Materials

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FDNY Business User Guide

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FDNY Business Frequently Asked Questions

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Sample Designated Coordinator Letter

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NYC Fire Department (FDNY)

Address
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.