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MINNESOTA FIRE PROTECTION SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR
EXAM – 2026/2027 COMPLETE (140) CURRENT TESTING
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES.
FIRE
Prepare for the Minnesota Fire Protection Sprinkler Contractor Exam with this focused
practice resource designed to support your certification preparation. It features exam-
style practice questions covering NFPA 13, 13D, and 13R installation standards, NFPA
25 inspection and maintenance testing, fire pump configuration, underground supply
piping, system hydraulic calculations, and Minnesota State Fire Marshal regulations.
An ideal study aid for fire protection contractors, layout technicians, and master
fitters looking to verify system compliance and pass their state licensing exam.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
DOMAIN 1 — Minnesota Licensing Statutes & Administrative Rules
(Questions 1–14)
1. Which Minnesota statute defines "fire protection-related work" and
establishes the licensing authority for sprinkler contractors?
A. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 326B
B. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299M
C. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 182
D. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 144
Answer: B. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299M
Rationale: Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299M defines "fire protection-related
work" and establishes the licensing authority for fire protection sprinkler
system contractors. This chapter governs the licensing and regulation of fire
protection contractors in Minnesota.
2. Under Minnesota Rules Part 7512, how often must a fire sprinkler
contractor renew its license, and what is the annual deadline?
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A. Annually by December 31
B. Annually by May 31
C. Every two years by June 30
D. Every three years by July 1
Answer: B. Annually by May 31
Rationale: Licenses are valid from July 1 until June 30. Renewal notices are
sent in mid-April, and renewals are due by May 31. The license must be
renewed annually.
3. Which Minnesota agency oversees fire sprinkler contractor licensing?
A. Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI)
B. Minnesota Department of Public Safety – State Fire Marshal Division
(SFMD)
C. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
D. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
Answer: B. Minnesota Department of Public Safety – State Fire Marshal
Division (SFMD)
Rationale: The State Fire Marshal Division (SFMD) of the Minnesota
Department of Public Safety is responsible for certifying fire protection
contractors. The SFMD issues certificates and oversees the licensing process.
4. What is the minimum passing score required for the Minnesota Fire
Protection Sprinkler Contractor exam?
A. 65%
B. 70%
C. 75%
D. 80%
Answer: B. 70%
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Rationale: Candidates must successfully pass the exam with a score of 70%
or higher. This applies to both the Managing Employee (ME) exam and the
Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter exam.
5. How many hours of experience are required to qualify for the Managing
Employee (ME) exam in Minnesota?
A. 5,000 hours
B. 8,000 hours
C. 10,000 hours
D. 12,000 hours
Answer: C. 10,000 hours
Rationale: To qualify for the ME exam, candidates must have a minimum of
10,000 hours of experience in designing, installing, modifying, or inspecting
fire protection systems. Alternatively, NICET Level III or IV certification in
automatic sprinkler system layout may qualify.
6. Under Minnesota law, who is exempt from the contractor license
requirement for fire protection work?
A. Any homeowner performing work on their own home
B. Residential installations by the owner of an occupied one- or two-family
dwelling
C. Any licensed plumber
D. Any general contractor
Answer: B. Residential installations by the owner of an occupied one- or
two-family dwelling
Rationale: Minnesota Statutes 299M.03, Subdivision 1 provides an exception
for residential installations by the owner of an occupied one- or two-family
dwelling. Professional engineers licensed under section 326.03 are also
exempt.
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7. How many hours of continuing education are required for Managing
Employees and journeyman fitters during each renewal period?
A. 4 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 8 hours
D. 10 hours
Answer: D. 10 hours
Rationale: MEs and journeyman fitters must receive at least 10 hours of
continuing education during each renewal period. This ensures professionals
stay current with code changes and industry standards.
8. Which Minnesota Rules chapter governs fire protection systems and
personnel?
A. Minnesota Rules Chapter 1300
B. Minnesota Rules Chapter 7512
C. Minnesota Rules Chapter 5205
D. Minnesota Rules Chapter 1322
Answer: B. Minnesota Rules Chapter 7512
Rationale: Minnesota Rules Chapter 7512 covers fire protection systems,
personnel, and contractor requirements. This includes licensing,
examination, and operating requirements for fire protection contractors.
9. What is the minimum liability insurance coverage required for fire
protection contractors in Minnesota?
A. $100,000 per person
B. $250,000 per person
C. $500,000 per person
D. $1,000,000 per person
MINNESOTA FIRE PROTECTION SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR
EXAM – 2026/2027 COMPLETE (140) CURRENT TESTING
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED
RATIONALES.
FIRE
Prepare for the Minnesota Fire Protection Sprinkler Contractor Exam with this focused
practice resource designed to support your certification preparation. It features exam-
style practice questions covering NFPA 13, 13D, and 13R installation standards, NFPA
25 inspection and maintenance testing, fire pump configuration, underground supply
piping, system hydraulic calculations, and Minnesota State Fire Marshal regulations.
An ideal study aid for fire protection contractors, layout technicians, and master
fitters looking to verify system compliance and pass their state licensing exam.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
DOMAIN 1 — Minnesota Licensing Statutes & Administrative Rules
(Questions 1–14)
1. Which Minnesota statute defines "fire protection-related work" and
establishes the licensing authority for sprinkler contractors?
A. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 326B
B. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299M
C. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 182
D. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 144
Answer: B. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299M
Rationale: Minnesota Statutes Chapter 299M defines "fire protection-related
work" and establishes the licensing authority for fire protection sprinkler
system contractors. This chapter governs the licensing and regulation of fire
protection contractors in Minnesota.
2. Under Minnesota Rules Part 7512, how often must a fire sprinkler
contractor renew its license, and what is the annual deadline?
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A. Annually by December 31
B. Annually by May 31
C. Every two years by June 30
D. Every three years by July 1
Answer: B. Annually by May 31
Rationale: Licenses are valid from July 1 until June 30. Renewal notices are
sent in mid-April, and renewals are due by May 31. The license must be
renewed annually.
3. Which Minnesota agency oversees fire sprinkler contractor licensing?
A. Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI)
B. Minnesota Department of Public Safety – State Fire Marshal Division
(SFMD)
C. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
D. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
Answer: B. Minnesota Department of Public Safety – State Fire Marshal
Division (SFMD)
Rationale: The State Fire Marshal Division (SFMD) of the Minnesota
Department of Public Safety is responsible for certifying fire protection
contractors. The SFMD issues certificates and oversees the licensing process.
4. What is the minimum passing score required for the Minnesota Fire
Protection Sprinkler Contractor exam?
A. 65%
B. 70%
C. 75%
D. 80%
Answer: B. 70%
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Rationale: Candidates must successfully pass the exam with a score of 70%
or higher. This applies to both the Managing Employee (ME) exam and the
Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter exam.
5. How many hours of experience are required to qualify for the Managing
Employee (ME) exam in Minnesota?
A. 5,000 hours
B. 8,000 hours
C. 10,000 hours
D. 12,000 hours
Answer: C. 10,000 hours
Rationale: To qualify for the ME exam, candidates must have a minimum of
10,000 hours of experience in designing, installing, modifying, or inspecting
fire protection systems. Alternatively, NICET Level III or IV certification in
automatic sprinkler system layout may qualify.
6. Under Minnesota law, who is exempt from the contractor license
requirement for fire protection work?
A. Any homeowner performing work on their own home
B. Residential installations by the owner of an occupied one- or two-family
dwelling
C. Any licensed plumber
D. Any general contractor
Answer: B. Residential installations by the owner of an occupied one- or
two-family dwelling
Rationale: Minnesota Statutes 299M.03, Subdivision 1 provides an exception
for residential installations by the owner of an occupied one- or two-family
dwelling. Professional engineers licensed under section 326.03 are also
exempt.
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7. How many hours of continuing education are required for Managing
Employees and journeyman fitters during each renewal period?
A. 4 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 8 hours
D. 10 hours
Answer: D. 10 hours
Rationale: MEs and journeyman fitters must receive at least 10 hours of
continuing education during each renewal period. This ensures professionals
stay current with code changes and industry standards.
8. Which Minnesota Rules chapter governs fire protection systems and
personnel?
A. Minnesota Rules Chapter 1300
B. Minnesota Rules Chapter 7512
C. Minnesota Rules Chapter 5205
D. Minnesota Rules Chapter 1322
Answer: B. Minnesota Rules Chapter 7512
Rationale: Minnesota Rules Chapter 7512 covers fire protection systems,
personnel, and contractor requirements. This includes licensing,
examination, and operating requirements for fire protection contractors.
9. What is the minimum liability insurance coverage required for fire
protection contractors in Minnesota?
A. $100,000 per person
B. $250,000 per person
C. $500,000 per person
D. $1,000,000 per person
