TN Burglar Alarm Systems Qualifying Agent Practice Exam
2026 –Verified Questions with Detailed Rationales for
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About This Practice Exam
This comprehensive practice exam is designed to prepare candidates for the Tennessee
Burglar Alarm Systems Qualifying Agent licensing examination. The exam is
administered through PSI testing centers and overseen by the Tennessee Department of
Commerce & Insurance – Detection Services Licensing Program . The actual exam
consists of 100 multiple-choice questions with a 5-hour time limit and requires
a passing score of 70% .
The questions below cover all major content areas tested on the exam:
• State Licensing Laws and Rules (40%) - Tennessee Code Annotated Title 62, Chapter
32; Board rules and regulations
• Application of Burglar Alarms (30%) - System design, installation, troubleshooting
• General Knowledge and Theory (10%) - Basic electricity, Ohm's Law, circuitry
• Requirements for Electrical Installation (10%) - NEC requirements
• Wiring Methods and Materials (10%) - NEC wiring standards
Questions 1–50
Question 1
The Alarm Contractors Licensing Act of 1991 is codified in which part of the Tennessee
Code Annotated?
A. Title 68, Chapter 102, Part 1
B. Title 50, Chapter 6, Part 12
,C. Title 62, Chapter 32, Part 3
D. Title 4, Chapter 5, Part 30
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Alarm Contractors Licensing Act of 1991 is codified at T.C.A. §62-32-301
through §62-32-317 . This is the foundational statutory authority for alarm systems
contractor licensing in Tennessee.
Question 2
Which entity is responsible for administering and enforcing the alarm systems
contractor licensing law in Tennessee?
A. Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office
B. Alarm Systems Contractors Board (within the Department of Commerce & Insurance)
C. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
D. Local city police departments
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Alarm Systems Contractors Board is established under T.C.A. §62-32-307
and operates within the Department of Commerce and Insurance. The Board oversees
licensing, enforcement, and disciplinary matters for alarm systems contractors .
Question 3
How many members serve on the Tennessee Alarm Systems Contractors Board?
A. 3 members
B. 5 members
C. 6 members
D. 9 members
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Per T.C.A. §62-32-306, the Alarm Systems Contractors Board consists of six
,members appointed by the Governor. This board oversees licensing and disciplinary
matters for the alarm industry .
Question 4
What is the minimum age requirement for an individual to hold a Qualifying Agent
license in Tennessee?
A. 16 years old
B. 18 years old
C. 21 years old
D. 25 years old
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tennessee law requires a Qualifying Agent applicant to be at least 21 years
of age. This is a specific requirement under the Alarm Contractors Licensing Act .
Question 5
An applicant for a Qualifying Agent license must have at least how many years of
"responsible experience" in alarm systems work?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 4 years
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rule 0090-01-.05 requires a minimum of two years of responsible experience
in the alarm industry within the five years preceding application. Alternatively, the
applicant may hold an approved post-high school degree or current certification from
an approved national training program .
, Question 6
According to Tennessee rules, a new employee of an alarm company must be registered
with the state within how many days of their start date?
A. 15 days
B. 30 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: All alarm system contractor employees with access to records, diagrams,
plans, or other sensitive information must be registered. A company must register
employees within 30 days of employment, and employees must complete a background
check through IdentoGO within 30 days .
Question 7
What classifications are available for Qualifying Agents in Tennessee?
A. Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm, and Security Guard
B. Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm, Monitoring, and CCTV
C. Fire Alarm and Burglar Alarm only
D. Commercial and Residential only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rule 0090-01-.06(3) specifies the four classifications for qualifying agents:
fire alarm systems, burglar alarm systems, monitoring, and closed circuit television
(CCTV) .
Question 8
A contractor holding a Burglar Alarm classification is permitted to do which of the
following?
2026 –Verified Questions with Detailed Rationales for
Guaranteed Pass
About This Practice Exam
This comprehensive practice exam is designed to prepare candidates for the Tennessee
Burglar Alarm Systems Qualifying Agent licensing examination. The exam is
administered through PSI testing centers and overseen by the Tennessee Department of
Commerce & Insurance – Detection Services Licensing Program . The actual exam
consists of 100 multiple-choice questions with a 5-hour time limit and requires
a passing score of 70% .
The questions below cover all major content areas tested on the exam:
• State Licensing Laws and Rules (40%) - Tennessee Code Annotated Title 62, Chapter
32; Board rules and regulations
• Application of Burglar Alarms (30%) - System design, installation, troubleshooting
• General Knowledge and Theory (10%) - Basic electricity, Ohm's Law, circuitry
• Requirements for Electrical Installation (10%) - NEC requirements
• Wiring Methods and Materials (10%) - NEC wiring standards
Questions 1–50
Question 1
The Alarm Contractors Licensing Act of 1991 is codified in which part of the Tennessee
Code Annotated?
A. Title 68, Chapter 102, Part 1
B. Title 50, Chapter 6, Part 12
,C. Title 62, Chapter 32, Part 3
D. Title 4, Chapter 5, Part 30
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Alarm Contractors Licensing Act of 1991 is codified at T.C.A. §62-32-301
through §62-32-317 . This is the foundational statutory authority for alarm systems
contractor licensing in Tennessee.
Question 2
Which entity is responsible for administering and enforcing the alarm systems
contractor licensing law in Tennessee?
A. Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office
B. Alarm Systems Contractors Board (within the Department of Commerce & Insurance)
C. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
D. Local city police departments
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Alarm Systems Contractors Board is established under T.C.A. §62-32-307
and operates within the Department of Commerce and Insurance. The Board oversees
licensing, enforcement, and disciplinary matters for alarm systems contractors .
Question 3
How many members serve on the Tennessee Alarm Systems Contractors Board?
A. 3 members
B. 5 members
C. 6 members
D. 9 members
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Per T.C.A. §62-32-306, the Alarm Systems Contractors Board consists of six
,members appointed by the Governor. This board oversees licensing and disciplinary
matters for the alarm industry .
Question 4
What is the minimum age requirement for an individual to hold a Qualifying Agent
license in Tennessee?
A. 16 years old
B. 18 years old
C. 21 years old
D. 25 years old
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tennessee law requires a Qualifying Agent applicant to be at least 21 years
of age. This is a specific requirement under the Alarm Contractors Licensing Act .
Question 5
An applicant for a Qualifying Agent license must have at least how many years of
"responsible experience" in alarm systems work?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 4 years
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rule 0090-01-.05 requires a minimum of two years of responsible experience
in the alarm industry within the five years preceding application. Alternatively, the
applicant may hold an approved post-high school degree or current certification from
an approved national training program .
, Question 6
According to Tennessee rules, a new employee of an alarm company must be registered
with the state within how many days of their start date?
A. 15 days
B. 30 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: All alarm system contractor employees with access to records, diagrams,
plans, or other sensitive information must be registered. A company must register
employees within 30 days of employment, and employees must complete a background
check through IdentoGO within 30 days .
Question 7
What classifications are available for Qualifying Agents in Tennessee?
A. Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm, and Security Guard
B. Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm, Monitoring, and CCTV
C. Fire Alarm and Burglar Alarm only
D. Commercial and Residential only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rule 0090-01-.06(3) specifies the four classifications for qualifying agents:
fire alarm systems, burglar alarm systems, monitoring, and closed circuit television
(CCTV) .
Question 8
A contractor holding a Burglar Alarm classification is permitted to do which of the
following?
