TFM02 – FEL B Exam - Texas Fire
Extinguisher License – Type B (Extinguisher
Technician) Questions and Answers
Question 1
Q: How often must fire extinguishers undergo maintenance?
Correct Answer
Annually (or when specifically indicated by inspection findings).
Question 2
Q: What is the minimum travel distance to a Class B fire extinguisher?
Correct Answer
50 feet
Question 3
What is the minimum rating required on a Class B extinguisher in an extra hazard
area?
Correct Answer
40-B or higher, depending on the area protected
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,Question 4
How often must CO₂ extinguishers be hydrostatically tested?
Correct Answer
every 5 years
Question 1: What does FEL-B stand for in Texas licensing?
A. Fire Extinguisher License - Type B (Technician)
B. Fire Equipment License - Basic
C. Fire Extinguisher License - Advanced
D. Fire Safety License - Building
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Fire Extinguisher License - Type B (Technician)
Rationale: The Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office issues the FEL-B for technicians who
service, install, and maintain portable fire extinguishers.
Question 2: Which NFPA standard governs portable fire extinguishers?
A. NFPA 10
B. NFPA 13
C. NFPA 72
D. NFPA 25
CORRECT ANSWER: A. NFPA 10
Rationale: NFPA 10 is the Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, adopted by
reference in Texas rules.
Question 3: What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Texas FEL-B
license?
A. 16 years
B. 18 years
C. 21 years
D. 25 years
CORRECT ANSWER: B. 18 years
Rationale: Texas law requires applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Question 4: How often must portable fire extinguishers be inspected?
A. Monthly
B. Annually
C. Every 6 months
D. Every 5 years
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Monthly
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires visual inspections at least monthly by the owner or
designated representative.
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,Question 5: What color is the label for a Class A fire extinguisher?
A. Green
B. Red
C. Blue
D. Yellow
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Green
Rationale: Class A (ordinary combustibles) extinguishers have a green triangle label.
Question 6: What type of extinguisher is required for Class B fires (flammable
liquids)?
A. Water
B. Dry chemical or CO₂
C. Class A foam
D. Wet chemical
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Dry chemical or CO₂
Rationale: Class B fires involve flammable liquids and gases; water is unsuitable.
Question 7: What is the maximum travel distance to a Class A extinguisher in a
light hazard area?
A. 75 feet
B. 50 feet
C. 100 feet
D. 30 feet
CORRECT ANSWER: A. 75 feet
Rationale: NFPA 10 specifies maximum travel distance based on hazard level.
Question 8: How frequently must a hydrostatic test be performed on a stored-
pressure dry chemical extinguisher?
A. Every 6 years
B. Every 12 years
C. Every 5 years
D. Every 3 years
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Every 6 years
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires hydrostatic testing of dry chemical extinguishers every
6 years.
Question 9: What must be done with an extinguisher that has a damaged
valve?
A. It must be removed from service and condemned or recharged by a licensed
technician
B. It can continue to be used
C. Only visual inspection is needed
D. It can be used until the next annual inspection
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, CORRECT ANSWER: A. It must be removed from service and condemned or
recharged by a licensed technician
Rationale: Damaged valves compromise safety and functionality.
Question 10: What is the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office requirement for FEL-
B renewal?
A. Every year with 4 hours of continuing education
B. Every 2 years with continuing education
C. Every 4 years with no education
D. One-time license
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Every 2 years with continuing education
Rationale: Texas requires biennial renewal with approved continuing education.
Question 11: What type of extinguisher is suitable for Class C fires (energized
electrical)?
A. Water-based
B. Non-conductive agents such as dry chemical or CO₂
C. Foam
D. Wet chemical
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Non-conductive agents such as dry chemical or CO₂
Rationale: Conductive agents pose shock hazards on live electrical equipment.
Question 12: What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire
extinguisher?
A. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
B. Point, Activate, Spray, Stop
C. Pull, Aim, Spray, Sweep
D. Push, Aim, Squeeze, Stop
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Rationale: Standard technique taught for effective extinguisher use.
Question 13: What is the minimum internal pressure required for a CO₂
extinguisher at 70°F?
A. 1,800 psi
B. 2,000 psi or per manufacturer
C. 800 psi
D. 1,200 psi
CORRECT ANSWER: B. 2,000 psi or per manufacturer
Rationale: CO₂ cylinders are high-pressure vessels; exact rating is on the label.
Question 14: When must a fire extinguisher be recharged?
A. After any use or if pressure is low
B. Only every 6 years
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Extinguisher License – Type B (Extinguisher
Technician) Questions and Answers
Question 1
Q: How often must fire extinguishers undergo maintenance?
Correct Answer
Annually (or when specifically indicated by inspection findings).
Question 2
Q: What is the minimum travel distance to a Class B fire extinguisher?
Correct Answer
50 feet
Question 3
What is the minimum rating required on a Class B extinguisher in an extra hazard
area?
Correct Answer
40-B or higher, depending on the area protected
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,Question 4
How often must CO₂ extinguishers be hydrostatically tested?
Correct Answer
every 5 years
Question 1: What does FEL-B stand for in Texas licensing?
A. Fire Extinguisher License - Type B (Technician)
B. Fire Equipment License - Basic
C. Fire Extinguisher License - Advanced
D. Fire Safety License - Building
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Fire Extinguisher License - Type B (Technician)
Rationale: The Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office issues the FEL-B for technicians who
service, install, and maintain portable fire extinguishers.
Question 2: Which NFPA standard governs portable fire extinguishers?
A. NFPA 10
B. NFPA 13
C. NFPA 72
D. NFPA 25
CORRECT ANSWER: A. NFPA 10
Rationale: NFPA 10 is the Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, adopted by
reference in Texas rules.
Question 3: What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Texas FEL-B
license?
A. 16 years
B. 18 years
C. 21 years
D. 25 years
CORRECT ANSWER: B. 18 years
Rationale: Texas law requires applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Question 4: How often must portable fire extinguishers be inspected?
A. Monthly
B. Annually
C. Every 6 months
D. Every 5 years
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Monthly
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires visual inspections at least monthly by the owner or
designated representative.
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,Question 5: What color is the label for a Class A fire extinguisher?
A. Green
B. Red
C. Blue
D. Yellow
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Green
Rationale: Class A (ordinary combustibles) extinguishers have a green triangle label.
Question 6: What type of extinguisher is required for Class B fires (flammable
liquids)?
A. Water
B. Dry chemical or CO₂
C. Class A foam
D. Wet chemical
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Dry chemical or CO₂
Rationale: Class B fires involve flammable liquids and gases; water is unsuitable.
Question 7: What is the maximum travel distance to a Class A extinguisher in a
light hazard area?
A. 75 feet
B. 50 feet
C. 100 feet
D. 30 feet
CORRECT ANSWER: A. 75 feet
Rationale: NFPA 10 specifies maximum travel distance based on hazard level.
Question 8: How frequently must a hydrostatic test be performed on a stored-
pressure dry chemical extinguisher?
A. Every 6 years
B. Every 12 years
C. Every 5 years
D. Every 3 years
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Every 6 years
Rationale: NFPA 10 requires hydrostatic testing of dry chemical extinguishers every
6 years.
Question 9: What must be done with an extinguisher that has a damaged
valve?
A. It must be removed from service and condemned or recharged by a licensed
technician
B. It can continue to be used
C. Only visual inspection is needed
D. It can be used until the next annual inspection
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, CORRECT ANSWER: A. It must be removed from service and condemned or
recharged by a licensed technician
Rationale: Damaged valves compromise safety and functionality.
Question 10: What is the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office requirement for FEL-
B renewal?
A. Every year with 4 hours of continuing education
B. Every 2 years with continuing education
C. Every 4 years with no education
D. One-time license
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Every 2 years with continuing education
Rationale: Texas requires biennial renewal with approved continuing education.
Question 11: What type of extinguisher is suitable for Class C fires (energized
electrical)?
A. Water-based
B. Non-conductive agents such as dry chemical or CO₂
C. Foam
D. Wet chemical
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Non-conductive agents such as dry chemical or CO₂
Rationale: Conductive agents pose shock hazards on live electrical equipment.
Question 12: What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire
extinguisher?
A. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
B. Point, Activate, Spray, Stop
C. Pull, Aim, Spray, Sweep
D. Push, Aim, Squeeze, Stop
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Rationale: Standard technique taught for effective extinguisher use.
Question 13: What is the minimum internal pressure required for a CO₂
extinguisher at 70°F?
A. 1,800 psi
B. 2,000 psi or per manufacturer
C. 800 psi
D. 1,200 psi
CORRECT ANSWER: B. 2,000 psi or per manufacturer
Rationale: CO₂ cylinders are high-pressure vessels; exact rating is on the label.
Question 14: When must a fire extinguisher be recharged?
A. After any use or if pressure is low
B. Only every 6 years
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