HAWAII FIRE PROTECTION CONTRACTOR
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INTRODUCTION & EXAM OVERVIEW
The Hawaii Fire Protection Contractor Exam (C-20) is administered by
the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) through
the Contractors License Board. The C-20 classification covers the installation,
maintenance, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler systems and other automatic
fire-extinguishing systems.
Key Exam Facts:
• Administering Agency: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer
Affairs (DCCA)
• License Classification: C-20 Fire Protection Contractor
, • Exam Format: 60 multiple-choice questions, closed-book
• Time Limit: 2 hours
• Passing Score: 75%
• Experience Requirement: 4 years for qualifying individual
• Insurance Requirement: $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence
• License Renewal: Annually
Major Content Domains:
Domain Percentage
Water-Based Sprinkler Systems (NFPA 13 & 25) 50%
Wet & Dry Chemical Suppression Systems (NFPA 17/17A) 20%
Water Supply & Distribution 10%
General Fire Codes & Safety Practices 10%
Flammable Liquid Storage Requirements 5%
Commercial Kitchen Fire Safety (NFPA 96) 5%
Key NFPA Standards Tested:
• NFPA 13 – Installation of Sprinkler Systems
• NFPA 14 – Standpipe and Hose Systems
• NFPA 20 – Fire Pumps
• NFPA 24 – Private Fire Service Mains
• NFPA 25 – Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Systems
• NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
• NFPA 2001 – Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 2010 – Aerosol Fire Extinguishing Systems
,TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Topic Questions
1 Licensing & Regulatory Framework 1–10
2 NFPA Standards & Code Compliance 11–20
3 Sprinkler Systems (Wet, Dry, Preaction, Deluge) 21–35
4 Fire Pumps & Water Supply 36–45
5 Standpipe & Hose Systems 46–50
6 Fire Alarm & Detection Systems 51–55
7 Special Suppression Systems (Clean Agent, Foam, Chemical) 56–65
8 Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) 66–75
9 Hydraulic Calculations & System Design 76–80
10 Hazard Classifications & Occupancy Requirements 81–85
11 Business & Law for Contractors 86–90
12 Fire Extinguishers & Portable Equipment 91–95
13 Commercial Kitchen Fire Safety 96–100
SECTION 1: LICENSING & REGULATORY FRAMEWORK (Questions 1–10)
, Question 1
Which agency issues the C-20 Fire Protection Contractor license in Hawaii?
A) Hawaii Department of Labor
B) Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA)
C) Honolulu Fire Department
D) Hawaii State Fire Council
Correct Answer: B) Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
(DCCA)
Rationale: The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA)
issues all contractor licenses, including the C-20 Fire Protection classification. The
DCCA Contractors License Board administers the licensing examination and
oversees contractor compliance with Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 444.
Question 2
What is the scope of work for a Hawaii C-20 Fire Protection contractor?
A) Installation of fire alarm systems only
B) Installation, maintenance, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler systems and
other automatic fire-extinguishing systems
C) Selling fire extinguishers
D) Structural firefighting
Correct Answer: B) Installation, maintenance, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler
systems and other automatic fire-extinguishing systems
EXAM – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS |
VERIFIED AND WELL DETAILED
ANSWERS | PLUS RATIONALES |
GUARANTEED PASS | LATEST EXAM
UPDATE
INTRODUCTION & EXAM OVERVIEW
The Hawaii Fire Protection Contractor Exam (C-20) is administered by
the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) through
the Contractors License Board. The C-20 classification covers the installation,
maintenance, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler systems and other automatic
fire-extinguishing systems.
Key Exam Facts:
• Administering Agency: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer
Affairs (DCCA)
• License Classification: C-20 Fire Protection Contractor
, • Exam Format: 60 multiple-choice questions, closed-book
• Time Limit: 2 hours
• Passing Score: 75%
• Experience Requirement: 4 years for qualifying individual
• Insurance Requirement: $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence
• License Renewal: Annually
Major Content Domains:
Domain Percentage
Water-Based Sprinkler Systems (NFPA 13 & 25) 50%
Wet & Dry Chemical Suppression Systems (NFPA 17/17A) 20%
Water Supply & Distribution 10%
General Fire Codes & Safety Practices 10%
Flammable Liquid Storage Requirements 5%
Commercial Kitchen Fire Safety (NFPA 96) 5%
Key NFPA Standards Tested:
• NFPA 13 – Installation of Sprinkler Systems
• NFPA 14 – Standpipe and Hose Systems
• NFPA 20 – Fire Pumps
• NFPA 24 – Private Fire Service Mains
• NFPA 25 – Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Systems
• NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
• NFPA 2001 – Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 2010 – Aerosol Fire Extinguishing Systems
,TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Topic Questions
1 Licensing & Regulatory Framework 1–10
2 NFPA Standards & Code Compliance 11–20
3 Sprinkler Systems (Wet, Dry, Preaction, Deluge) 21–35
4 Fire Pumps & Water Supply 36–45
5 Standpipe & Hose Systems 46–50
6 Fire Alarm & Detection Systems 51–55
7 Special Suppression Systems (Clean Agent, Foam, Chemical) 56–65
8 Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) 66–75
9 Hydraulic Calculations & System Design 76–80
10 Hazard Classifications & Occupancy Requirements 81–85
11 Business & Law for Contractors 86–90
12 Fire Extinguishers & Portable Equipment 91–95
13 Commercial Kitchen Fire Safety 96–100
SECTION 1: LICENSING & REGULATORY FRAMEWORK (Questions 1–10)
, Question 1
Which agency issues the C-20 Fire Protection Contractor license in Hawaii?
A) Hawaii Department of Labor
B) Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA)
C) Honolulu Fire Department
D) Hawaii State Fire Council
Correct Answer: B) Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
(DCCA)
Rationale: The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA)
issues all contractor licenses, including the C-20 Fire Protection classification. The
DCCA Contractors License Board administers the licensing examination and
oversees contractor compliance with Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 444.
Question 2
What is the scope of work for a Hawaii C-20 Fire Protection contractor?
A) Installation of fire alarm systems only
B) Installation, maintenance, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler systems and
other automatic fire-extinguishing systems
C) Selling fire extinguishers
D) Structural firefighting
Correct Answer: B) Installation, maintenance, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler
systems and other automatic fire-extinguishing systems
