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Missouri (St. Louis County) Sprinkler Fitter -
587-MO-SL Contractor Exam Questions &
Answers VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
Missouri (St. Louis County) Sprinkler Fitter - 587-MO-SL Contractor Exam
Based on the search results, the 587-MO-SL Contractor Exam is designed for fire sprinkler
system professionals in St. Louis County. It tests knowledge of local licensing requirements,
NFPA codes, installation standards, safety regulations, and maintenance practices.
Exam & Licensure Overview
Category Details
Governing Authority St. Louis County Board of Plumbing Examiners
Primary Codes NFPA 13, NFPA 14, St. Louis County Plumbing Code
AHJ St. Louis County Department of Public Works
Exam Provider ICC/PSI (testing vendor)
License Classifications Apprentice, Journeyman, Contractor (Master)
Apprentice Experience 5-year registration
Journeyman Experience Minimum 5 years
License Renewal Every 2 years
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Category Details
Insurance Required Workers' Compensation & General Liability (minimum $1,000,000)
Surety Bond Protects against contractor default
Exam Blueprint (Key Topics)
The exam emphasizes several core areas essential for working in St. Louis County:
1. Licensing & Administration – Requirements for Apprentice, Journeyman, and
Contractor (Master) licenses, application processes, and renewal procedures.
2. NFPA Standards – Particularly NFPA 13 (Sprinkler Systems) and NFPA 14 (Standpipe and
Hose Systems).
3. System Installation & Design – Hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, sprinkler spacing,
hanger spacing, and system components.
4. Testing & Maintenance – Main drain testing, pressure testing, system acceptance, and
inspection requirements.
5. Safety & Compliance – OSHA requirements, PPE, and insurance requirements.
✅ Practice Examination (250 Questions)
The following questions are based on the search results, covering licensing, NFPA codes,
installation practices, and safety.
Domain 1: Licensing & Administration
Question 1: Which St. Louis County licensing classification requires a minimum of five years of
documented sprinkler-fitter experience?
A) Apprentice
B) Journeyman
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C) Contractor
D) Master
Correct Answer: B
The county defines a Journeyman sprinkler-fitter as having at least five years of practical
experience, whereas a Contractor must also show business-owner qualifications.
Question 2: How often must a St. Louis County sprinkler-fitter license be renewed?
A) Annually
B) Biennially (every two years)
C) Every three years
D) Every five years
Correct Answer: B
Licenses are issued for a two-year (biennial) period, after which renewal and continuing
education (CE) documentation are required.
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Question 3: According to Missouri law, what license is required to install fire sprinkler systems
in St. Louis County?
A) Missouri State Fire Marshal Sprinkler Fitter License
B) St. Louis County Plumbing License
C) Both A and B
D) No special license required
Correct Answer: C
Missouri requires a State Fire Marshal license for sprinkler work, and St. Louis County requires
additional local licensing.
Question 4: Which St. Louis County department serves as the Authority Having Jurisdiction
(AHJ) for fire sprinkler installations?
A) Department of Revenue
B) Department of Public Works
Missouri (St. Louis County) Sprinkler Fitter -
587-MO-SL Contractor Exam Questions &
Answers VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
Missouri (St. Louis County) Sprinkler Fitter - 587-MO-SL Contractor Exam
Based on the search results, the 587-MO-SL Contractor Exam is designed for fire sprinkler
system professionals in St. Louis County. It tests knowledge of local licensing requirements,
NFPA codes, installation standards, safety regulations, and maintenance practices.
Exam & Licensure Overview
Category Details
Governing Authority St. Louis County Board of Plumbing Examiners
Primary Codes NFPA 13, NFPA 14, St. Louis County Plumbing Code
AHJ St. Louis County Department of Public Works
Exam Provider ICC/PSI (testing vendor)
License Classifications Apprentice, Journeyman, Contractor (Master)
Apprentice Experience 5-year registration
Journeyman Experience Minimum 5 years
License Renewal Every 2 years
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Category Details
Insurance Required Workers' Compensation & General Liability (minimum $1,000,000)
Surety Bond Protects against contractor default
Exam Blueprint (Key Topics)
The exam emphasizes several core areas essential for working in St. Louis County:
1. Licensing & Administration – Requirements for Apprentice, Journeyman, and
Contractor (Master) licenses, application processes, and renewal procedures.
2. NFPA Standards – Particularly NFPA 13 (Sprinkler Systems) and NFPA 14 (Standpipe and
Hose Systems).
3. System Installation & Design – Hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, sprinkler spacing,
hanger spacing, and system components.
4. Testing & Maintenance – Main drain testing, pressure testing, system acceptance, and
inspection requirements.
5. Safety & Compliance – OSHA requirements, PPE, and insurance requirements.
✅ Practice Examination (250 Questions)
The following questions are based on the search results, covering licensing, NFPA codes,
installation practices, and safety.
Domain 1: Licensing & Administration
Question 1: Which St. Louis County licensing classification requires a minimum of five years of
documented sprinkler-fitter experience?
A) Apprentice
B) Journeyman
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C) Contractor
D) Master
Correct Answer: B
The county defines a Journeyman sprinkler-fitter as having at least five years of practical
experience, whereas a Contractor must also show business-owner qualifications.
Question 2: How often must a St. Louis County sprinkler-fitter license be renewed?
A) Annually
B) Biennially (every two years)
C) Every three years
D) Every five years
Correct Answer: B
Licenses are issued for a two-year (biennial) period, after which renewal and continuing
education (CE) documentation are required.
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Question 3: According to Missouri law, what license is required to install fire sprinkler systems
in St. Louis County?
A) Missouri State Fire Marshal Sprinkler Fitter License
B) St. Louis County Plumbing License
C) Both A and B
D) No special license required
Correct Answer: C
Missouri requires a State Fire Marshal license for sprinkler work, and St. Louis County requires
additional local licensing.
Question 4: Which St. Louis County department serves as the Authority Having Jurisdiction
(AHJ) for fire sprinkler installations?
A) Department of Revenue
B) Department of Public Works
