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North Carolina Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Technician License EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR – JUST RELEASED
North Carolina Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspection Technician License Exam
Exam Coverage at a Glance (10 Key Points)
1. NFPA 10 as Primary Standard - The cornerstone standard for portable fire extinguisher
inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM)
2. Inspection Fundamentals - Visual checks verify correct location, clear accessibility,
physical condition, intact tamper seal, proper pressure, and legible instructions; monthly
minimum frequency
3. Examination & Exam Provider - For Fire Code Official roles, candidates take ICC's FE
exam with 100 multiple-choice questions, 2-hour time limit, open-book format
4. Fire Extinguisher Classifications - Class A (ordinary combustibles), B (flammable
liquids/gases), C (electrical), D (combustible metals), K (cooking oils/fats)
5. Service Tag and Label Requirements - NC law mandates attaching detailed tags after
service; State Fire Marshal sets specifications
6. Licensing vs. Permitting - Firms require license ($250); individuals require permit ($100);
must be carried during work
7. New NC Licensing Law - S374 (effective October 1, 2025) creates comprehensive system
for individuals/firms that service fire extinguishers
8. Hydrostatic Testing Frequency - Specified intervals per NFPA 10; requires specialized
equipment; high-pressure testing requires DOT approval
9. PASS Method - Pull pin, Aim at base, Squeeze handle, Sweep side to side
10. Qualifications and Exemptions - Government employees and fire department members
exempt from fees; routine visual inspections by fire officials exempt
250 Multiple Choice Questions with Rationales
Question 1
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Which NFPA standard establishes the requirements for the inspection, testing, and
maintenance of portable fire extinguishers?
A) NFPA 13
B) NFPA 70
C) NFPA 10
D) NFPA 72
Answer: C
Rationale: NFPA 10 is the Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, which governs the selection,
installation, inspection, maintenance, recharging, and testing of portable fire extinguishers .
NFPA 13 covers sprinkler systems, NFPA 70 covers electrical, and NFPA 72 covers fire alarms.
Question 2
Under North Carolina Senate Bill 374, what is the fee for an individual's permit to service
portable fire extinguishers?
A) $50
B) $100
C) $250
D) $500
Answer: B
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Rationale: S374 sets the permit fee for individuals at $100, while firms pay a $250 license fee .
Government employees and members of legally organized fire departments are exempt from
these fees when acting in their official capacity .
Question 3
What is the minimum frequency for conducting fire extinguisher inspections under NFPA 10?
A) Weekly
B) Monthly
C) Quarterly
D) Annually
Answer: B
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires portable fire extinguishers to be inspected when initially installed
and at least once a month thereafter. More frequent inspections may be needed in locations
with higher risk, tampering, or environmental factors .
Question 4
According to NFPA 10, which of the following items must be documented during a monthly
fire extinguisher inspection?
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A) The extinguisher's original purchase date
B) The month, year, and the person who conducted the inspection
C) The manufacturer's name and address
D) The client's insurance policy number
Answer: B
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires that records of monthly inspections include the month and year of
the inspection and the person conducting it. Records must be maintained for at least 12
months. Documentation can be done via tags, log sheets, or digital tracking .
Question 5
Which type of fire extinguisher is designed for fires involving ordinary combustibles such as
wood, paper, and cloth?
A) Class A
B) Class B
C) Class C
D) Class K
Answer: A
Rationale: Class A fires involve ordinary solid combustibles such as wood, paper, cardboard, and
most plastics . Class B covers flammable liquids and gases, Class C covers energized electrical
equipment, and Class K covers cooking oils and fats.
North Carolina Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Technician License EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR – JUST RELEASED
North Carolina Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspection Technician License Exam
Exam Coverage at a Glance (10 Key Points)
1. NFPA 10 as Primary Standard - The cornerstone standard for portable fire extinguisher
inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM)
2. Inspection Fundamentals - Visual checks verify correct location, clear accessibility,
physical condition, intact tamper seal, proper pressure, and legible instructions; monthly
minimum frequency
3. Examination & Exam Provider - For Fire Code Official roles, candidates take ICC's FE
exam with 100 multiple-choice questions, 2-hour time limit, open-book format
4. Fire Extinguisher Classifications - Class A (ordinary combustibles), B (flammable
liquids/gases), C (electrical), D (combustible metals), K (cooking oils/fats)
5. Service Tag and Label Requirements - NC law mandates attaching detailed tags after
service; State Fire Marshal sets specifications
6. Licensing vs. Permitting - Firms require license ($250); individuals require permit ($100);
must be carried during work
7. New NC Licensing Law - S374 (effective October 1, 2025) creates comprehensive system
for individuals/firms that service fire extinguishers
8. Hydrostatic Testing Frequency - Specified intervals per NFPA 10; requires specialized
equipment; high-pressure testing requires DOT approval
9. PASS Method - Pull pin, Aim at base, Squeeze handle, Sweep side to side
10. Qualifications and Exemptions - Government employees and fire department members
exempt from fees; routine visual inspections by fire officials exempt
250 Multiple Choice Questions with Rationales
Question 1
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Which NFPA standard establishes the requirements for the inspection, testing, and
maintenance of portable fire extinguishers?
A) NFPA 13
B) NFPA 70
C) NFPA 10
D) NFPA 72
Answer: C
Rationale: NFPA 10 is the Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, which governs the selection,
installation, inspection, maintenance, recharging, and testing of portable fire extinguishers .
NFPA 13 covers sprinkler systems, NFPA 70 covers electrical, and NFPA 72 covers fire alarms.
Question 2
Under North Carolina Senate Bill 374, what is the fee for an individual's permit to service
portable fire extinguishers?
A) $50
B) $100
C) $250
D) $500
Answer: B
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Rationale: S374 sets the permit fee for individuals at $100, while firms pay a $250 license fee .
Government employees and members of legally organized fire departments are exempt from
these fees when acting in their official capacity .
Question 3
What is the minimum frequency for conducting fire extinguisher inspections under NFPA 10?
A) Weekly
B) Monthly
C) Quarterly
D) Annually
Answer: B
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires portable fire extinguishers to be inspected when initially installed
and at least once a month thereafter. More frequent inspections may be needed in locations
with higher risk, tampering, or environmental factors .
Question 4
According to NFPA 10, which of the following items must be documented during a monthly
fire extinguisher inspection?
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A) The extinguisher's original purchase date
B) The month, year, and the person who conducted the inspection
C) The manufacturer's name and address
D) The client's insurance policy number
Answer: B
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires that records of monthly inspections include the month and year of
the inspection and the person conducting it. Records must be maintained for at least 12
months. Documentation can be done via tags, log sheets, or digital tracking .
Question 5
Which type of fire extinguisher is designed for fires involving ordinary combustibles such as
wood, paper, and cloth?
A) Class A
B) Class B
C) Class C
D) Class K
Answer: A
Rationale: Class A fires involve ordinary solid combustibles such as wood, paper, cardboard, and
most plastics . Class B covers flammable liquids and gases, Class C covers energized electrical
equipment, and Class K covers cooking oils and fats.
