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North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Contractor Class I
EXAM LATEST VERSION WITH 300 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED SOLUTIONS JUST
RELEASED THIS YEAR
North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Contractor Class I Exam
Comprehensive Practice Exam (Questions 1-300)
This comprehensive practice exam is designed to help you prepare for the North Carolina Fire
Sprinkler Contractor Class I Exam, administered by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners
of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. The exam evaluates the knowledge
required to install, alter, inspect, test, maintain, and supervise fire sprinkler systems in
accordance with North Carolina regulations, NFPA standards, and applicable building and fire
codes.
1. Which North Carolina statute governs the licensing of fire sprinkler contractors?
A) Chapter 66
B) Chapter 87
C) Chapter 20
D) Chapter 105
Answer: B
Chapter 87 of the North Carolina General Statutes specifically addresses the licensing of
plumbing, heating, and fire sprinkler contractors.
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2. What is the primary purpose of licensing requirements for fire sprinkler contractors in North
Carolina?
A) To increase state revenue
B) To protect the public health, comfort, and safety
C) To limit competition
D) To standardize product brands
Answer: B
The Board shall establish license classes to protect the public health, comfort and safety.
3. Under Board Rule Title 21, Chapter 50, what is the minimum frequency for license renewal?
A) Every 1 year
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: B
The Board requires fire sprinkler contractor licenses to be renewed biennially (every two years).
4. Which entity administers the Class I Fire Sprinkler Contractor licensing exam in North
Carolina?
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A) North Carolina Department of Insurance
B) North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors
C) North Carolina Fire Marshal's Office
D) North Carolina Department of Labor
Answer: B
The State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors is the agency
that licenses contractors who install, alter or restore plumbing, heating, air conditioning or fire
sprinkler systems.
5. A "Qualifying Party" in North Carolina must hold which minimum level of licensure?
A) Apprentice
B) Journeyman
C) Master Fire Sprinkler Contractor
D) Certified Inspector
Answer: C
The Qualifying Party must be a Master Fire Sprinkler Installation Contractor, ensuring they have
the authority to supervise the work.
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6. Which license classification authorizes contractors to install, alter, and service all types of fire
sprinkler systems?
A) Class I Fire Sprinkler Contractor License
B) Residential electrical wiring license
C) Plumbing apprentice registration only
D) General contractor license
Answer: A
The Class I License covers all plumbing, heating, and fire sprinkler systems for all structures.
7. Which of the following is NOT considered grounds for disciplinary action by the NC Fire
Sprinkler Board?
A) Failure to submit continuing education credits
B) Performing work without a license
C) Using a different brand of sprinkler heads than specified
D) Fraudulent license application information
Answer: C
Brand preference is not a disciplinary ground; the other options violate licensing or ethical
standards.
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North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Contractor Class I
EXAM LATEST VERSION WITH 300 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED SOLUTIONS JUST
RELEASED THIS YEAR
North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Contractor Class I Exam
Comprehensive Practice Exam (Questions 1-300)
This comprehensive practice exam is designed to help you prepare for the North Carolina Fire
Sprinkler Contractor Class I Exam, administered by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners
of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. The exam evaluates the knowledge
required to install, alter, inspect, test, maintain, and supervise fire sprinkler systems in
accordance with North Carolina regulations, NFPA standards, and applicable building and fire
codes.
1. Which North Carolina statute governs the licensing of fire sprinkler contractors?
A) Chapter 66
B) Chapter 87
C) Chapter 20
D) Chapter 105
Answer: B
Chapter 87 of the North Carolina General Statutes specifically addresses the licensing of
plumbing, heating, and fire sprinkler contractors.
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2. What is the primary purpose of licensing requirements for fire sprinkler contractors in North
Carolina?
A) To increase state revenue
B) To protect the public health, comfort, and safety
C) To limit competition
D) To standardize product brands
Answer: B
The Board shall establish license classes to protect the public health, comfort and safety.
3. Under Board Rule Title 21, Chapter 50, what is the minimum frequency for license renewal?
A) Every 1 year
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: B
The Board requires fire sprinkler contractor licenses to be renewed biennially (every two years).
4. Which entity administers the Class I Fire Sprinkler Contractor licensing exam in North
Carolina?
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A) North Carolina Department of Insurance
B) North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors
C) North Carolina Fire Marshal's Office
D) North Carolina Department of Labor
Answer: B
The State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors is the agency
that licenses contractors who install, alter or restore plumbing, heating, air conditioning or fire
sprinkler systems.
5. A "Qualifying Party" in North Carolina must hold which minimum level of licensure?
A) Apprentice
B) Journeyman
C) Master Fire Sprinkler Contractor
D) Certified Inspector
Answer: C
The Qualifying Party must be a Master Fire Sprinkler Installation Contractor, ensuring they have
the authority to supervise the work.
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6. Which license classification authorizes contractors to install, alter, and service all types of fire
sprinkler systems?
A) Class I Fire Sprinkler Contractor License
B) Residential electrical wiring license
C) Plumbing apprentice registration only
D) General contractor license
Answer: A
The Class I License covers all plumbing, heating, and fire sprinkler systems for all structures.
7. Which of the following is NOT considered grounds for disciplinary action by the NC Fire
Sprinkler Board?
A) Failure to submit continuing education credits
B) Performing work without a license
C) Using a different brand of sprinkler heads than specified
D) Fraudulent license application information
Answer: C
Brand preference is not a disciplinary ground; the other options violate licensing or ethical
standards.
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