Texas Fire Alarm Practice Test (with solutions)

What is the purpose of the Texas fire rules? correct answers -To regulate the planning, selling, leasing, installing, servicing, monitoring and maintenance of fire devices and systems. -To prohibit the use of unrecognized devices What does N.F.P.A stand for? correct answers National Fire Protection Agency What is a fire alarm device? correct answers Any device that is capable of warning audibly or visually when a fire has occurred. What is a fire detection device? correct answers Any device that is capable of detecting that fire or smoke is present. What five things can a municipality or county demand in addition to the fire alarm rules? correct answers - They can mandate that a system be installed if they feel it's needed - They can require standards that are higher than law - They can require regular inspections - They can require that a permit be obtained for alarm - They can require, that a monitored property be contacted before dispatch is sent out (Need system, better standards, regular inspections, permit needed, contact before dispatch) What insurance is a company or firm is required to have? correct answers General liability insurance with 'Products' and 'completed operations coverage. - $100K for each incident of bodily injury or property damage - $300K for all annual occurrences What two things are required to become licensed? correct answers -You must pass a written exam. -You must be employed by a registered firm. What 4 standards and codes may the fire commissioner adopt to create the rules? correct answers -N.F.P.A standards -Federal law or regulatory standards -Standards published by a recognized national standards organization