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TFM03 FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY AND
COMPLIANCE – TYPE K LICENSE EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS
Exam Coverage: NFPA 10, NFPA 17A, NFPA 96, Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6001, and 28
TAC Chapter 34, Subchapter E
Question 1
A fire department in Texas wants to service portable fire extinguishers as a public
service without charge. Under what condition is this permitted without a license?
A. The fire department must register with the State Fire Marshal's Office
B. The members must be trained in proper servicing
C. The extinguishers must be owned by the fire department
D. The service must be limited to municipal buildings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A fire department servicing portable extinguishers as a public service
without charge is exempt from licensing if members are trained in proper
servicing. This exemption is established under Texas Insurance Code §6001.156.
Question 2
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A fire extinguisher service company in Texas is found to be operating without a
registration certificate. What is the maximum penalty for this violation?
A. $500
B. $1,000
C. $2,000
D. $3,000
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The penalty schedule specifies $3,000 for no registration certificate
(portable) under §6001.251(a)(1).
Question 3
A technician is installing a portable fire extinguisher that has been previously
serviced. Where must the service tag be attached?
A. To the handle of the extinguisher
B. Securely attached to the portable extinguisher on completion of the work
C. To the wall next to the extinguisher
D. To the inspection log book
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: A service tag certifying the work the licensee performed must be
securely attached to the portable extinguisher on completion of the work. This
requirement is specified in 28 TAC §34.517(a)(2).
Question 4
A facility uses an aerosol fire suppression device and advertises it as a "portable
fire extinguisher." What is required for this to be legal in Texas?
A. The device must be approved by the local fire marshal
B. The device must conform to NFPA 10 and be listed by an approved testing
laboratory
C. The device must be registered with the State Fire Marshal's Office
D. The device must be inspected monthly
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A person may not use the term "portable fire extinguisher" in
advertisement unless the device conforms to NFPA 10 and is specifically listed for
that use.
Question 5
TFM03 FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY AND
COMPLIANCE – TYPE K LICENSE EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS
Exam Coverage: NFPA 10, NFPA 17A, NFPA 96, Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6001, and 28
TAC Chapter 34, Subchapter E
Question 1
A fire department in Texas wants to service portable fire extinguishers as a public
service without charge. Under what condition is this permitted without a license?
A. The fire department must register with the State Fire Marshal's Office
B. The members must be trained in proper servicing
C. The extinguishers must be owned by the fire department
D. The service must be limited to municipal buildings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A fire department servicing portable extinguishers as a public service
without charge is exempt from licensing if members are trained in proper
servicing. This exemption is established under Texas Insurance Code §6001.156.
Question 2
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A fire extinguisher service company in Texas is found to be operating without a
registration certificate. What is the maximum penalty for this violation?
A. $500
B. $1,000
C. $2,000
D. $3,000
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The penalty schedule specifies $3,000 for no registration certificate
(portable) under §6001.251(a)(1).
Question 3
A technician is installing a portable fire extinguisher that has been previously
serviced. Where must the service tag be attached?
A. To the handle of the extinguisher
B. Securely attached to the portable extinguisher on completion of the work
C. To the wall next to the extinguisher
D. To the inspection log book
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: A service tag certifying the work the licensee performed must be
securely attached to the portable extinguisher on completion of the work. This
requirement is specified in 28 TAC §34.517(a)(2).
Question 4
A facility uses an aerosol fire suppression device and advertises it as a "portable
fire extinguisher." What is required for this to be legal in Texas?
A. The device must be approved by the local fire marshal
B. The device must conform to NFPA 10 and be listed by an approved testing
laboratory
C. The device must be registered with the State Fire Marshal's Office
D. The device must be inspected monthly
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A person may not use the term "portable fire extinguisher" in
advertisement unless the device conforms to NFPA 10 and is specifically listed for
that use.
Question 5
