What the Course Entails and Exam Details

This examination is not a course but a test of knowledge based on specific study materials provided by the FDNY. A dedicated G-60 Certificate of Fitness practice exam can significantly help candidates prepare for the official test. The core topics outlined in the official FDNY G-60 Study Material include:

1. Torch (Hot Work) Operation and Safety Requirements: Understanding the role of the "Responsible Person," pre-hot work checks, and daily fire safety requirements on construction sites.

2. Gas Torch Equipment: Detailed knowledge of how oxy-fuel torches operate, proper equipment setup, and how to identify defective components.

3. Compressed Gas Containers: Crucial rules for the safe handling, use, and storage of oxygen cylinders and various flammable gas containers, including Acetylene, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). This includes understanding specific quantity limits requiring FDNY permits.

4. Portable Fire Extinguishers (PFE): Comprehensive training on the classification of fires (Class A, B, C), the operation of typical fire extinguishers, mandatory inspection protocols, and the rules for fire extinguisher placement on hot work sites, such as the "30-foot rule."

5. Fire Guards and Fire Watches: Rules for when a fire watch is required, the duration of a fire watch after hot work concludes, and the distinction between a G-60 operator and a fire guard.

What to Expect in the Final Exam

The official FDNYC G-60 exam is a written, timed test. While the FDNY does not officially disclose the exact number of questions, it is generally composed of multiple-choice questions designed to test your knowledge directly from the study material booklet.

Candidates must take the exam in person at the FDNY headquarters. The passing score is 70%. If you fail, you will receive a failure report and must reapply, pay the $25 application fee again, and retake the exam. There is no penalty for guessing, so candidates are encouraged to answer every question. Upon passing, the G-60 Certificate of Fitness card is typically issued immediately on-site.

How to Study and Exam Centers

How to Study

The most critical step in preparing is to thoroughly review the free official FDNY G-60 Study Material (PDF) available on the NYC.gov website. Do not rely solely on third-party guides; the official booklet is the definitive resource for all exam content.

To maximize your chances of success, use a FDNYC G-60 practice exam. Practice tests can help you get accustomed to the multiple-choice format, identify your weaknesses, and become familiar with the specific phrasing used by the FDNY. Simulating the timed conditions of the actual test will also help with time management. Additionally, focus on memorizing specific "rules of thumb," such as distance requirements for combustible materials and the durations of required fire watches.

Exam Centers

The G-60 exam is administered only in person at the FDNY Public Certification Unit, located at 9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

The center is typically open from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., excluding public holidays. No appointment is needed. Before arriving, candidates must complete the application and pay the $25 fee online through the FDNY Business portal. Be sure to bring two forms of government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or passport) and a letter of recommendation from your employer.

Job Opportunities from the Course

Earning the FDNYC G-60 Certificate of Fitness directly qualifies you for critical, safety-sensitive roles in New York City’s bustling construction and maintenance industries. It is often a primary requirement or a significant asset for the following positions:

• Torch Operator (Citywide)

• Torch-Applied Roofer / Waterproofing Specialist

• Construction Welder / Cutter

• Hot Work Supervisor

• Responsible Person for Hot Work Operations

• Construction Site Safety Manager

• General Construction Laborer (engaged in hot work)