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Tennessee (TN) Alarm Monitoring Systems
Qualifying Agent Exam Questions & Answers
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS
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Tennessee (TN) Alarm Monitoring Systems Qualifying Agent Exam
Exam Overview
The Tennessee Alarm Monitoring Systems Qualifying Agent Exam is administered by
the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance through PSI Services. This exam is
required for individuals seeking to qualify as a Designated Qualifying Agent (QA) for alarm
monitoring operations in Tennessee.
Category Details
Exam Name Alarm Monitoring Qualifying Agent
Number of Items 50 questions
Time Limit 3 hours
Passing Score 70%
Exam Provider PSI Services
Licensing Authority Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Exam Content Outline
The exam covers six subject areas with the following item distribution:
Subject Area # of Items
Public Safety 2
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Subject Area # of Items
Alarm Receiving Equipment 10
Signals and Response 10
Emergency Procedures and Preparedness 10
Listing Agencies 3
State Licensing Laws and Rules 15
Licensing Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
• Age: Must be at least 18 years of age
• Background Check: Must complete a background check through IdentoGO (ORI #:
TN90140Z)
• Experience & Education: Must meet one of the following combinations:
o Four-year degree in electrical engineering, industrial technology, computer
engineering, or industrial engineering with 2 years of alarm industry experience;
OR
o Associate's degree in engineering technology with 4 years of alarm industry
experience; OR
o Current certification by an approved national training program with 5 years of
alarm industry experience covering the actual installation of alarms
Qualifying Agent Responsibilities
A Designated Qualifying Agent (QA) must:
• Be a full-time employee of the alarm systems contractor
• Be in "responsible charge" of the contractor's operations
• Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of leaving employment
• Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of any business address change
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• Notify the Commissioner within 10 days of knowledge of any violation
• Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of any known arrest or conviction
• Respond in writing within 20 business days to any complaint
License Renewal
• Term: 24 months (biennial)
• Renewal Fee: Required
• Continuing Education: 16 hours required for renewal
• Notification: Renewal notices sent 90 days prior to expiration
Practice Examination
Domain 1: State Licensing Laws and Rules (15 Questions)
Question 1: What is the short title of the Tennessee law regulating alarm systems contractors?
A) The Tennessee Fire Protection Act
B) The Alarm Contractors Licensing Act of 1991
C) The Security Systems Regulatory Act
D) The Electronic Surveillance Control Act
Correct Answer: B
T.C.A. § 62-32-301 states: "This part shall be known and may be cited as the 'Alarm Contractors
Licensing Act of 1991'".
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Question 2: Under T.C.A. § 62-32-313(c), an applicant with a four-year baccalaureate degree in
electrical engineering must have how many years of actual experience in the alarm industry?
A) One year
B) Two years
C) Three years
D) Five years
Correct Answer: B
T.C.A. § 62-32-313(c)(1) requires a baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering with at least
two years of actual experience in the alarm industry.
Question 3: How long is a Qualifying Agent license valid in Tennessee?
A) 12 months (annually)
B) 24 months (biennially)
Tennessee (TN) Alarm Monitoring Systems
Qualifying Agent Exam Questions & Answers
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
Tennessee (TN) Alarm Monitoring Systems Qualifying Agent Exam
Exam Overview
The Tennessee Alarm Monitoring Systems Qualifying Agent Exam is administered by
the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance through PSI Services. This exam is
required for individuals seeking to qualify as a Designated Qualifying Agent (QA) for alarm
monitoring operations in Tennessee.
Category Details
Exam Name Alarm Monitoring Qualifying Agent
Number of Items 50 questions
Time Limit 3 hours
Passing Score 70%
Exam Provider PSI Services
Licensing Authority Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Exam Content Outline
The exam covers six subject areas with the following item distribution:
Subject Area # of Items
Public Safety 2
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Subject Area # of Items
Alarm Receiving Equipment 10
Signals and Response 10
Emergency Procedures and Preparedness 10
Listing Agencies 3
State Licensing Laws and Rules 15
Licensing Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
• Age: Must be at least 18 years of age
• Background Check: Must complete a background check through IdentoGO (ORI #:
TN90140Z)
• Experience & Education: Must meet one of the following combinations:
o Four-year degree in electrical engineering, industrial technology, computer
engineering, or industrial engineering with 2 years of alarm industry experience;
OR
o Associate's degree in engineering technology with 4 years of alarm industry
experience; OR
o Current certification by an approved national training program with 5 years of
alarm industry experience covering the actual installation of alarms
Qualifying Agent Responsibilities
A Designated Qualifying Agent (QA) must:
• Be a full-time employee of the alarm systems contractor
• Be in "responsible charge" of the contractor's operations
• Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of leaving employment
• Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of any business address change
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• Notify the Commissioner within 10 days of knowledge of any violation
• Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of any known arrest or conviction
• Respond in writing within 20 business days to any complaint
License Renewal
• Term: 24 months (biennial)
• Renewal Fee: Required
• Continuing Education: 16 hours required for renewal
• Notification: Renewal notices sent 90 days prior to expiration
Practice Examination
Domain 1: State Licensing Laws and Rules (15 Questions)
Question 1: What is the short title of the Tennessee law regulating alarm systems contractors?
A) The Tennessee Fire Protection Act
B) The Alarm Contractors Licensing Act of 1991
C) The Security Systems Regulatory Act
D) The Electronic Surveillance Control Act
Correct Answer: B
T.C.A. § 62-32-301 states: "This part shall be known and may be cited as the 'Alarm Contractors
Licensing Act of 1991'".
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Question 2: Under T.C.A. § 62-32-313(c), an applicant with a four-year baccalaureate degree in
electrical engineering must have how many years of actual experience in the alarm industry?
A) One year
B) Two years
C) Three years
D) Five years
Correct Answer: B
T.C.A. § 62-32-313(c)(1) requires a baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering with at least
two years of actual experience in the alarm industry.
Question 3: How long is a Qualifying Agent license valid in Tennessee?
A) 12 months (annually)
B) 24 months (biennially)
