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Texas Fire Alarm Practice Test TFM 11 &
TFM 12 Exam Questions with 100%
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(Actual Exam) Texas Fire Alarm Practice
Test
What is the purpose of the Texas fire rules? - (ANSWER)-To regulate the
planning, selling, leasing, installing, servicing, monitoring and maintenance of fire
devices and systems.
-To prohibit the use of unrecognized devices
What does N.F.P.A stand for? - (ANSWER)National Fire Protection Agency
What is a fire alarm device? - (ANSWER)Any device that is capable of warning
audibly or visually when a fire has occurred.
What is a fire detection device? - (ANSWER)Any device that is capable of
detecting that fire or smoke is present.
What five things can a municipality or county demand in addition to the fire alarm
rules? - (ANSWER)- They can mandate that a system be installed if they feel it's
needed
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- They can require standards that are higher than law
- They can require regular inspections
- They can require that a permit be obtained for alarm
- They can require, that a monitored property be contacted before dispatch is
sent out
(Need system, better standards, regular inspections, permit needed, contact
before dispatch)
What insurance is a company or firm is required to have? - (ANSWER)General
liability insurance with 'Products' and 'completed operations coverage.
- $100K for each incident of bodily injury or property damage
- $300K for all annual occurrences
What two things are required to become licensed? - (ANSWER)-You must pass a
written exam.
-You must be employed by a registered firm.
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What 4 standards and codes may the fire commissioner adopt to create the rules?
- (ANSWER)-N.F.P.A standards
-Federal law or regulatory standards
-Standards published by a recognized national standards organization
-Information provided by manufacturers
Who do the Texas fire rules NOT apply to? - (ANSWER)-Anyone not involved in
the planning leasing, servicing, sales or maintenance of fire systems.
-Anyone who installs electrical wiring or devices so long as: the work was
supervised by a licensed employee of a registered firm, OR if the registered firm
assumes ALL responsibility for the system.
-Anyone who installs on their own property.
-Anyone who does not charge for the device or it's installation
-Anyone who sells fire equipment EXCLUSIVELY over the counter or through mail
order, and who will not plan, certify, install, service, or maintain the devices.
Texas Fire Alarm Practice Test TFM 11 &
TFM 12 Exam Questions with 100%
Correct Answers | Verified | Updated
(Actual Exam) Texas Fire Alarm Practice
Test
What is the purpose of the Texas fire rules? - (ANSWER)-To regulate the
planning, selling, leasing, installing, servicing, monitoring and maintenance of fire
devices and systems.
-To prohibit the use of unrecognized devices
What does N.F.P.A stand for? - (ANSWER)National Fire Protection Agency
What is a fire alarm device? - (ANSWER)Any device that is capable of warning
audibly or visually when a fire has occurred.
What is a fire detection device? - (ANSWER)Any device that is capable of
detecting that fire or smoke is present.
What five things can a municipality or county demand in addition to the fire alarm
rules? - (ANSWER)- They can mandate that a system be installed if they feel it's
needed
,2
- They can require standards that are higher than law
- They can require regular inspections
- They can require that a permit be obtained for alarm
- They can require, that a monitored property be contacted before dispatch is
sent out
(Need system, better standards, regular inspections, permit needed, contact
before dispatch)
What insurance is a company or firm is required to have? - (ANSWER)General
liability insurance with 'Products' and 'completed operations coverage.
- $100K for each incident of bodily injury or property damage
- $300K for all annual occurrences
What two things are required to become licensed? - (ANSWER)-You must pass a
written exam.
-You must be employed by a registered firm.
, 3
What 4 standards and codes may the fire commissioner adopt to create the rules?
- (ANSWER)-N.F.P.A standards
-Federal law or regulatory standards
-Standards published by a recognized national standards organization
-Information provided by manufacturers
Who do the Texas fire rules NOT apply to? - (ANSWER)-Anyone not involved in
the planning leasing, servicing, sales or maintenance of fire systems.
-Anyone who installs electrical wiring or devices so long as: the work was
supervised by a licensed employee of a registered firm, OR if the registered firm
assumes ALL responsibility for the system.
-Anyone who installs on their own property.
-Anyone who does not charge for the device or it's installation
-Anyone who sells fire equipment EXCLUSIVELY over the counter or through mail
order, and who will not plan, certify, install, service, or maintain the devices.
