The S-56 Certificate of Fitness is required where a Site Safety Manager or Site Safety
Coordinator is required by the Building Code for a construction site. The Construction Site Fire Safety Manager (CSFSM) shall conduct an inspection of the construction site and all fire safety measures on at least a daily basis, and maintain a record when construction, demolition and alteration work is being conducted.
This Certificate of Fitness is valid only at a specific location and for the specific person to whom it is issued.
Renewal Cycle: 3 Years
You must pass a written exam to get a S-56 Certificate of Fitness. All applicants should review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.
Two forms of identification, at least one must be government-issued photo identification, such as a driver's license or a passport.
Applicants are required to schedule an appointment to take this exam. Please use the Online Appointment Scheduler to make an appointment.
FDNY
9 MetroTech Center
Brooklyn, NY 11201
NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Phone: (718) 999-1988
Email: pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov or call 311