TEXAS STATE FIRE MARSHAL (TFM02) EXT TYPE B-FIRE
EXTINGUISHER TECHNICIAN LICENSE EXAM 2026/2027 |
PRACTICE Q&A 2026/2027 | COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) | A+ GRADED |
COMPREHENSIVE EXAM GUIDE 2026&2027
1. A technician is preparing for the Texas Type B Portable Fire Extinguisher License
examination. Which standard is specifically identified by the Texas State Fire
Marshal’s Office as the technical basis for the TFM02 test?
A. NFPA 72
B. NFPA 13
C. NFPA 10
D. NFPA 96
NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, is the adopted technical standard used as
the basis for the TFM02 examination.
2. A newly licensed technician is asked what work a Texas FEL-B license permits.
Which response is most accurate?
A. Installing, certifying, and servicing portable fire extinguishers and testing DOT non-
specification portable extinguishers
B. Planning all engineered fixed suppression systems
C. Installing commercial cooking suppression systems without additional licensing
D. Performing all DOT specification cylinder testing independently
A Type B license permits the installation, certification, and servicing of portable extinguishers
and testing of DOT non-specification portable extinguishers. DOT specification extinguisher
testing requires a Type C registered company.
3. A portable extinguisher is found in a location where the potential fire involves
ordinary combustible materials. Which fire classification should the technician
identify before selecting the extinguisher?
A. Class B
B. Class A
C. Class C
D. Class D
Class A fires involve ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, cloth, and many
plastics. Proper extinguisher selection begins with identifying the hazard and fire
classification.
, 4. During a service call, a technician encounters an energized electrical panel involved
in a fire. Which classification applies to the fire while the equipment remains
electrically energized?
A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class D
D. Class C
Class C identifies fires involving energized electrical equipment. The electrical hazard affects
extinguisher selection and safe firefighting practices.
5. A warehouse stores flammable liquids in an area protected by portable
extinguishers. Which fire classification is most directly associated with those
liquids?
A. Class A
B. Class D
C. Class B
D. Class K
Class B fires involve flammable and combustible liquids and gases. The extinguisher must be
appropriate for the specific hazard and application.
6. Before servicing a portable extinguisher, a technician reviews its condition and
determines that the unit is not suitable for the hazard where it is installed. What
should receive priority?
A. Repainting the cylinder
B. Correcting the hazard protection problem and selecting an appropriate extinguisher
C. Replacing the wall bracket only
D. Changing the inspection tag
An extinguisher must be appropriate for the hazard it is intended to protect. Cosmetic
servicing does not correct an improper protection arrangement.
7. A customer asks whether every portable extinguisher can be used on every type of
fire. Which answer is technically appropriate?
A. Yes, provided the extinguisher is fully charged
B. Yes, if the extinguisher has a pressure gauge
C. No; extinguisher selection depends on the fire classification and listed application
D. No; portable extinguishers are only suitable for Class A fires
Portable extinguishers are designed and listed for particular fire classifications and
applications. Selecting the correct extinguisher is a fundamental service responsibility.
, 8. A technician notices that an extinguisher's pressure indicator does not show the
expected charged condition. What is the most appropriate initial response?
A. Treat the extinguisher as potentially deficient and follow the applicable inspection
and servicing procedure
B. Strike the cylinder lightly to restore pressure
C. Remove the gauge and continue using the extinguisher
D. Add pressure without determining the extinguisher's listed servicing requirements
An abnormal pressure indication requires evaluation according to the applicable servicing
procedure. Improvised repairs or pressurization can create serious safety hazards.
9. Which activity is specifically associated with a Texas Type B license?
A. Designing engineered clean-agent systems
B. Servicing portable fire extinguishers
C. Planning fixed suppression systems
D. Certifying commercial sprinkler installations
The FEL-B license is specifically associated with portable fire extinguisher work within the
scope established by Texas requirements.
10. A technician is servicing an extinguisher and discovers significant physical damage
to the cylinder. What is the most important consideration?
A. Whether the label can be replaced
B. Whether the cylinder can be made to look acceptable
C. Whether the cylinder remains safe and eligible for service under applicable requirements
D. Whether the customer wants the extinguisher returned immediately
Cylinder integrity is a critical safety consideration. A damaged cylinder must be evaluated
under the applicable requirements rather than returned solely because the customer requests
it.
11. A portable extinguisher is installed in a facility where employees may need to
identify it quickly during an emergency. Which installation characteristic is
especially important?
A. It should be obscured to prevent unauthorized handling
B. It should be readily accessible and identifiable
C. It should be stored inside a locked cabinet in every location
D. It should be placed behind equipment to protect it from view
Portable extinguishers must be accessible and identifiable so occupants can locate them
promptly during an incipient-stage fire.
, 12. During an inspection, the technician finds an extinguisher blocked by stacked
cartons. What is the principal concern?
A. The cylinder color may fade
B. The extinguisher's accessibility has been compromised
C. The extinguisher will automatically discharge
D. The pressure gauge will become inaccurate
Obstructions can delay access during an emergency. The extinguisher must remain readily
accessible in accordance with applicable placement requirements.
13. A technician is asked to determine whether an extinguisher is appropriate for a
particular hazard. Which information should be considered first?
A. The cylinder's paint color
B. The manufacturer's logo size
C. The fire hazard and extinguisher listing
D. The age of the building alone
Proper extinguisher selection depends on the hazard, fire classification, and the extinguisher's
listed and approved application.
14. Which condition most clearly indicates that a portable extinguisher requires further
evaluation rather than being immediately returned to service?
A. The cylinder is clean
B. The identification label is legible
C. The extinguisher is properly mounted
D. The cylinder shows evidence of corrosion or damage
Corrosion or physical damage can compromise extinguisher integrity and requires evaluation
under the applicable inspection and servicing requirements.
15. A facility manager asks why the technician is checking the extinguisher's hose and
nozzle assembly. What is the best explanation?
A. These components can affect the extinguisher's ability to discharge agent properly
B. They are inspected only for appearance
C. They determine the building's occupancy classification
D. They replace the need for a pressure check
The hose, nozzle, or discharge components must be in suitable condition because blockage or
damage can interfere with proper discharge.
16. A technician finds an extinguisher with a missing safety pin. What should the
technician recognize?
EXTINGUISHER TECHNICIAN LICENSE EXAM 2026/2027 |
PRACTICE Q&A 2026/2027 | COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) | A+ GRADED |
COMPREHENSIVE EXAM GUIDE 2026&2027
1. A technician is preparing for the Texas Type B Portable Fire Extinguisher License
examination. Which standard is specifically identified by the Texas State Fire
Marshal’s Office as the technical basis for the TFM02 test?
A. NFPA 72
B. NFPA 13
C. NFPA 10
D. NFPA 96
NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, is the adopted technical standard used as
the basis for the TFM02 examination.
2. A newly licensed technician is asked what work a Texas FEL-B license permits.
Which response is most accurate?
A. Installing, certifying, and servicing portable fire extinguishers and testing DOT non-
specification portable extinguishers
B. Planning all engineered fixed suppression systems
C. Installing commercial cooking suppression systems without additional licensing
D. Performing all DOT specification cylinder testing independently
A Type B license permits the installation, certification, and servicing of portable extinguishers
and testing of DOT non-specification portable extinguishers. DOT specification extinguisher
testing requires a Type C registered company.
3. A portable extinguisher is found in a location where the potential fire involves
ordinary combustible materials. Which fire classification should the technician
identify before selecting the extinguisher?
A. Class B
B. Class A
C. Class C
D. Class D
Class A fires involve ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, cloth, and many
plastics. Proper extinguisher selection begins with identifying the hazard and fire
classification.
, 4. During a service call, a technician encounters an energized electrical panel involved
in a fire. Which classification applies to the fire while the equipment remains
electrically energized?
A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class D
D. Class C
Class C identifies fires involving energized electrical equipment. The electrical hazard affects
extinguisher selection and safe firefighting practices.
5. A warehouse stores flammable liquids in an area protected by portable
extinguishers. Which fire classification is most directly associated with those
liquids?
A. Class A
B. Class D
C. Class B
D. Class K
Class B fires involve flammable and combustible liquids and gases. The extinguisher must be
appropriate for the specific hazard and application.
6. Before servicing a portable extinguisher, a technician reviews its condition and
determines that the unit is not suitable for the hazard where it is installed. What
should receive priority?
A. Repainting the cylinder
B. Correcting the hazard protection problem and selecting an appropriate extinguisher
C. Replacing the wall bracket only
D. Changing the inspection tag
An extinguisher must be appropriate for the hazard it is intended to protect. Cosmetic
servicing does not correct an improper protection arrangement.
7. A customer asks whether every portable extinguisher can be used on every type of
fire. Which answer is technically appropriate?
A. Yes, provided the extinguisher is fully charged
B. Yes, if the extinguisher has a pressure gauge
C. No; extinguisher selection depends on the fire classification and listed application
D. No; portable extinguishers are only suitable for Class A fires
Portable extinguishers are designed and listed for particular fire classifications and
applications. Selecting the correct extinguisher is a fundamental service responsibility.
, 8. A technician notices that an extinguisher's pressure indicator does not show the
expected charged condition. What is the most appropriate initial response?
A. Treat the extinguisher as potentially deficient and follow the applicable inspection
and servicing procedure
B. Strike the cylinder lightly to restore pressure
C. Remove the gauge and continue using the extinguisher
D. Add pressure without determining the extinguisher's listed servicing requirements
An abnormal pressure indication requires evaluation according to the applicable servicing
procedure. Improvised repairs or pressurization can create serious safety hazards.
9. Which activity is specifically associated with a Texas Type B license?
A. Designing engineered clean-agent systems
B. Servicing portable fire extinguishers
C. Planning fixed suppression systems
D. Certifying commercial sprinkler installations
The FEL-B license is specifically associated with portable fire extinguisher work within the
scope established by Texas requirements.
10. A technician is servicing an extinguisher and discovers significant physical damage
to the cylinder. What is the most important consideration?
A. Whether the label can be replaced
B. Whether the cylinder can be made to look acceptable
C. Whether the cylinder remains safe and eligible for service under applicable requirements
D. Whether the customer wants the extinguisher returned immediately
Cylinder integrity is a critical safety consideration. A damaged cylinder must be evaluated
under the applicable requirements rather than returned solely because the customer requests
it.
11. A portable extinguisher is installed in a facility where employees may need to
identify it quickly during an emergency. Which installation characteristic is
especially important?
A. It should be obscured to prevent unauthorized handling
B. It should be readily accessible and identifiable
C. It should be stored inside a locked cabinet in every location
D. It should be placed behind equipment to protect it from view
Portable extinguishers must be accessible and identifiable so occupants can locate them
promptly during an incipient-stage fire.
, 12. During an inspection, the technician finds an extinguisher blocked by stacked
cartons. What is the principal concern?
A. The cylinder color may fade
B. The extinguisher's accessibility has been compromised
C. The extinguisher will automatically discharge
D. The pressure gauge will become inaccurate
Obstructions can delay access during an emergency. The extinguisher must remain readily
accessible in accordance with applicable placement requirements.
13. A technician is asked to determine whether an extinguisher is appropriate for a
particular hazard. Which information should be considered first?
A. The cylinder's paint color
B. The manufacturer's logo size
C. The fire hazard and extinguisher listing
D. The age of the building alone
Proper extinguisher selection depends on the hazard, fire classification, and the extinguisher's
listed and approved application.
14. Which condition most clearly indicates that a portable extinguisher requires further
evaluation rather than being immediately returned to service?
A. The cylinder is clean
B. The identification label is legible
C. The extinguisher is properly mounted
D. The cylinder shows evidence of corrosion or damage
Corrosion or physical damage can compromise extinguisher integrity and requires evaluation
under the applicable inspection and servicing requirements.
15. A facility manager asks why the technician is checking the extinguisher's hose and
nozzle assembly. What is the best explanation?
A. These components can affect the extinguisher's ability to discharge agent properly
B. They are inspected only for appearance
C. They determine the building's occupancy classification
D. They replace the need for a pressure check
The hose, nozzle, or discharge components must be in suitable condition because blockage or
damage can interfere with proper discharge.
16. A technician finds an extinguisher with a missing safety pin. What should the
technician recognize?
