A candidate's supervisor must make the request to schedule an on-site Fire Safety Director test. Candidates cannot schedule their own test. The supervisor can make the request online.
All requests for Fire Life Safety Director (FLSD) Onsite Exams must be submitted on the FDNY Business website.
Supervisor Requirements
Before requesting an on-site exam, the supervisor must:
- Ensure the candidate is qualified by the Certification Unit
- Ensure the building has a Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan on file with FDNY
Candidate Requirements
To qualify for the Fire Safety Director on-site test, the candidate must:
- Pass the Fire Safety Director computer exam
- Pass a 20-hour certified Fire Safety Director course
- Receive a Certificate of Completion
Once all information is verified and qualified by the Certificate of Fitness Unit, the candidate has 1 year to take the on-site exam.