The initial branch office registration certificate fee is
not to exceed $ 100
The renewal of a branch office registration certificate fee is
not to exceed $ 100
The initial registration certificate to perform hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers fee is
not to exceed $ 250
The renewal of a registration certificate to perform hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers is
not to exceed $ 150 annually
An initial employee license fee is
not to exceed $ 70
The annual renewal of an employee license fee is
not to exceed $ 50
An apprentice permit fee is
not to exceed $ 30
The commissioner shall set a fee in the amount ____ (1) a duplicate registration certificate, license, or apprentice permit issued under this chapter; or (2) any request requiring changes to a registration certificate, license, or permit.
not to exceed $ 20
On a change of ownership of a registered firm, the department shall issue a new registration certificate with a new number for a fee set by the commissioner in an amount.
not to exceed $ 450
On a change of ownership of a branch office, the commissioner shall charge a fee in an amount
not to exceed $ 100
Unless the firm holds a registration certificate issued by the department, a firm may not engage in the business of
1) installing or servicing portable fire extinguishers; or, (2) planning, certifying, installing, or servicing fixed fire extinguisher systems.
Hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers that is not performed under the__________ must be performed in the manner recommended__________________.
specifications of the United States Department of Transportation, by the National Fire Protection Association.
the limits of insurance coverage required by Subsection (a) must be at least: __________ combined single limits for bodily injury and property damage for each occurrence
$100,000 in coverage
the limits of insurance coverage required by Subsection (a) must be at least: ___________ aggregate for all occurrences for each policy year.
$300,000 in coverage
Failure to maintain the liability insurance required by this section constitutes_______________; after notice and opportunity for hearing, of a registration certificate issued under this chapter.
grounds for the denial, suspension, or revocation,
Except as provided by__________________, must hold a license issued by the department before: installing or servicing portable fire extinguishers; planning, supervising, servicing, or certifying the installation of fixed fire extinguisher systems is ___________.
an individual other than an apprentice,
other than pre-engineered systems.
only the holder of a license or an apprentice permit issued under this chapter may:
(1) install or service portable fire extinguishers
(2) install and maintain fixed fire extinguisher systems
A renewal of a registration certificate or license issued under this chapter is valid for
2 years
The state fire marshal may require a testing service to notify an examinee of the results of the examinee's examination within __________
30 days
if an examination is conducted, graded, or reviewed by a testing service, the state fire marshal shall send notice to the examinees of the results of the examination not later than__________ after the date on which the state fire marshal receives the results from the testing service.
14th day
Not later than the________ after the date on which a licensing examination is administered under this chapter, the state fire marshal shall send notice to each examinee of the results of the examination.
30 days
A renewal of a registration certificate or license issued under this chapter is valid for
2 years
A firm or individual whose registration certificate or license has been expired for 90 days or less may renew the certificate or license by paying to the department:
the required renewal fee; and a fee equal to one-half of the initial fee for the certificate or license.
Any NOTICE OF EXPIRATION is relay to the right parties within
30 days
A firm or individual whose registration certificate or license has been expired for more than 90 days but less than two years may renew the certificate or license by paying to the department:
all unpaid renewal fees; and a fee that is equal to the initial fee for the certificate or license.
A firm or individual whose registration certificate or license has been expired for ______ or longer may not renew the certificate or license. The firm or individual may obtain a new registration certificate or license by complying with the requirements and procedures for obtaining an initial registration certificate or license.
2 years
All shop drawings must bear the signature of a___________, his license number, the date of installation, and the certificate-of-registration number of the registered firm
Type PL licensee
Fixed temp-sensing element of fusible metal alloy type replaced while servicing a kitchen hood ext. system must have a:
manufacture date stamp which must be in one year of the replacement
A rubber stamp may be used to supply the required information; however, a stamped signature is prohibited. If a rubber stamp is used, it shall produce an imprint __________________ all in boldface type and capital letters and in the following sample format,_______.
2 1/2 inches wide by one inch high,
a stamped signature is prohibited
After an installation has been completed, an installation label must be affixed to the __________________. The signature of the licensee on the label certifies that the system has been installed according to law.
control head or panel of the fixed fire extinguisher system.
Installation Labels for Fixed Extinguisher Systems: Labels must be_______ inches in height and _____ inches in width and must be of the gum label type. They must not be red in color
5; 4
Fixed Extinguisher Systems: Installation labels must contain only the following information in the format of the label shown in subsection (b) of this section: * identification of the manufacturer's manual(s) used for installation. and
* identification of the manufacturer's manual(s) used for installation. and
*the inscription "DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL--SYSTEM INSTALLATION RECORD" (all in capital letters, at least 10-point boldface type);
*the firm's name, address, and telephone number;
*the firm's certificate-of-registration number;
*the signature and license number of the licensee authorized to certify a fixed fire extinguishing system (a stamped signature is prohibited); the date of installation
After completion of the installation, modification, or addition of a fixed fire extinguisher system, the licensee must complete an installation certificate in the format provided by the state fire marshal (see Certificate of Installation). When an installation certificate has been completed, legible copies must be distributed as follows:
*original to owner or posted on site at control head or panel;
* a copy to main authority having jurisdiction, if required; and
*a copy to certifying firm to retain in their office for access by SFMO.
After any service, a service tag must be completed in detail, indicating all work that has been done, and then _______________ and not hamper its actuation or operation.
attached to the portable or fixed system in such a position as to permit convenient inspection
Service Tags : The signature of the licensee on the________ that the service performed complies with requirements of law.
service tag certifies
Service tags must bear the following information in the format of the tag shown in subsection (g) of this section :(1)
*"DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL" (all capital letters, at least 10-point boldface type)
*service performed;
*name and address of owner or occupant; and
*extinguisher type, size, and location
*firm's name, address, and telephone number;
*firm's certificate-of-registration number;
*licensee's name and license number;
*licensee's signature (a stamped signature is prohibited);
*month and year (to be punched);
*type of work (to be punched);
Tags must be_____ inches in height and____ inches in width. Service tags must not be red in color.
5 1/4 ; 2 5/8
Service tag : Tags may be printed and established for any ________period
5 year
A service tag may be removed only by _______________
an authorized employee of a registered firm
an employee of the state fire marshal's office,
or an authorized representative of a governmental agency with regulatory authority
Red Tags:
If impairments exist which make a portable extinguisher or fixed system unsafe or inoperable
Red Tags: The registered firm must notify the owner or the owner's representative immediately and must also notify_______________________.
the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) when available within 24 hours by phone, fax, or email describing the impairments or deficiencies.
Red Tags:A copy of the written notice to the owner must be submitted to____________ & ___________ on the tag certifies that the impairments listed indicate that the equipment is unsafe or inoperable.
the AHJ within three business days
the signature of the licensee
A service tag must not be attached until the impairments have been __________ or the portable extinguisher or fixed system replaced and the extinguisher or fire extinguisher system have been _________.
corrected
reinspected and found to be in good operating condition.
____________ must be the same size as service tags.
Red tags
Red tags must bear the following information in the format of the tag shown in subsection (e) of this section:
*"DO NOT REMOVE--EQUIPMENT IMPAIRED" (all capital letters, at least 10-point boldface type);
*firm's name and address;
*firm's certificate-of-registration number;
*licensee's name and license number;
*licensee's signature (a stamped signature is prohibited);
*date;
*type of work, maintenance or service
*DOES NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARD UL300
*Fire protection requirement inscription; and
*name and address of owner or occupant.
Yellow Tags:a yellow tag must be completed in detail indicating all work that has been done, and then attached to the system in such a position as to permit convenient inspection and to not hamper its actuation or operation. The owner or the owner's representative must be notified in writing that the system does not comply with UL Standard 300 and______________ and that the owner should consider replacing or upgrading the system before that time
that the system may not extinguish a typical fire, that a red tag shall be attached to the system after January 1, 2008,
A copy of the written notice to the owner shall be postmarked, e-mailed, faxed, or hand delivered to ________________
the AHJ within 5 business days.
A__________ may be removed only by an authorized employee of a registered firm who has corrected the impairments and certified the service, an employee of the state fire marshal's office, or an authorized representative of a governmental agency with appropriate regulatory authority.
yellow tag
Yellow tags must contain the following information in the format of the tag shown in subsection (h) of this section:
*"DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE TEXAS STATE FIRE MARSHAL" (all capital letters, at least 10-point boldface type);
*firm's name, address, and telephone number;
*firm's certificate of registration number;
*licensee's name and license number;
*licensee's signature (a stamped signature is prohibited);
*month and year (to be punched)
*EXTINGUplISH A TYPICAL FIRE." (all capital letters, at least 10-point boldface type);
*the inscription "This fire protection system may have met the nationally recognized testing requirements at the time it was installed. However recent changes to modern cooking appliances and/or the cooking media may prevent the fire protection system from extinguishing a typical fire. Since this system was not tested according to Underwriter's Laboratories test Standard UL 300 it will be red tagged after January 1, 2008.
Certify--.
To attest to the proper planning, installing, or servicing of portables and systems by attaching a completed service tag or other form required by a governmental authority
Commissioner- MEANS
The commissioner of insurance
DOT Specification MEANS
Fire Extinguisher Cylinder--All fire extinguisher cylinders manufactured, tested and stamped with the specification number as required by the United States Department of Transportation
DOT Non Specification MEANS
Fire Extinguisher Cylinder--All fire extinguisher cylinders manufactured and tested but not stamped with a specification number as required by the United States Department of Transportation. These cylinders may be marked by a label with the words "Meets DOT Requirements
Installation-- MEANS .
The initial placement of a portable or fixed fire extinguisher system or an extension or alteration after initial placement
NICET-- MEANS
National Institute for the Certification in Engineering Technologies
Registered firm-- MEANS
A person, partnership, corporation, or association holding a current certificate of registration.
The licensee performing the direct supervision of an engineered fixed fire extinguisher system is_________________.
not required to be on-site at all times when the installation is performed.
A separate _____________ is required to engage in the business of hydrostatic testing of DOT specification fire extinguisher cylinders
Type C registration
if performing annual maintenance on carbon dioxide extinguishers, at a minimum, the following additional items are required
conductivity tester, and conductivity test label.
if performing internal maintenance for portable extinguishers. Following additional items are required:
appropriate tools to remove and reinstall a valve head
charging adapters
Teflon tape
silicone grease solvent or other lubricant
supply of spare parts for respective manufacturers and type of fire extinguishers serviced
appropriate recharge agents
agent fill funnels
light designed to be used for internal inspections
dry chemical closed recovery system or sufficient new dry chemical
leak test equipment
dry nitrogen cylinders
regulator and calibrated gauges for pressurizing cylinders
verification collar rings
six year maintenance labels.
if performing hydrostatic testing for portable extinguishers. Following additional items are required:
working hydrostatic test pump, with flexible connection, check valves and fittings;
protective cage or barrier;
calibrated gauges;
drying equipment;
hydrostatic test log; and
hydrostatic test labels
if performing maintenance for DOT specification portable fire extinguisher Following additional items are required
a current Type C registration through State Fire Marshal's office
verification of registration through the US DOT
if installing or servicing a fixed fire extinguisher system, at a minimum, the following additional items are required:
copy of the latest adopted edition of applicable NFPA standards with respect to the type of system installed or serviced;applicable manufacturer's service manuals
The numbers and letters must be at least _________ height and permanently affixed or magnetically attached to___________ in a color contrasting with the background color of the vehicle.
1', each side of the vehicle
The certificate-of registration number must be designated in the following format:
TX ECR-number.
Branch Office Initial Certificate of Registration Fees and Expiration Dates. The initial fee for a branch office certificate of registration is________and is not prorated.
$100
The total change of a firm's ownership invalidates the current certificate. To assure continuance of the business, a new application for a new certificate should be submitted to the state fire marshal _____ prior to such change.
14 days
Change of corporate officers. Any change of corporate officers must be reported in writing to the state fire marshal within _______. This change does not require a revised certificate.
14 days
Revised certificates.
14 days
Type PL- means
-For the planning, supervising, certifying, installing, or servicing of all fixed systems other than pre-engineered systems. A system planning licensee may also perform, supervise, or certify the installation or servicing of all pre-engineered fixed systems and portable fire extinguishers.
Type A--
NO PLANNING For certifying or servicing the installation of all fixed fire extinguisher systems other than pre-engineered systems or for installing, certifying, or servicing of all pre-engineered fixed fire extinguisher systems and the certifying and servicing of portable extinguishers
Type B--
For the servicing, certifying, and low-pressure hydrostatic testing of portables
Type K--
For installing, certifying, or servicing of pre-engineered fixed fire extinguisher systems for the protection of cooking areas and the certifying and servicing of portable extinguishers.
Type R--
For installing, certifying, or servicing of pre-engineered fixed residential range top fire extinguisher systems.
Pocket license:
A licensee must carry a pocket license for identification while engaged in the activities of the business
Duplicate license:
A duplicate license must be obtained from the state fire marshal to replace a lost or destroyed license. The license holder or registered firm must submit written notification of the loss or destruction,
The change of a licensee's registered firm or mailing address requires a revised license. Within_____after the change requiring the revision, the license holder or registered firm must submit written notification of the necessary change accompanied by the required fee
14 days
A registered firm must notify the state fire marshal within _____ after termination of employment of a licensee.
14 days
A Type A or Type K license will not be issued to an individual unless the individual has held an apprentice permit or a _______ for at least six months or has held a license to service fixed extinguisher systems for at least six months from another state.
Type B license
It will not be necessary for the applicant of a ________ to hold an apprentice permit prior to the issuance of a Type R license.
Type R license
Revised permits. The change of a permittee's employer, home address, or mailing address requires a revised permit. Within ______ after the change requiring the revision, the permit holder or registered firm must submit written notification to the State Fire Marshal's Office of the necessary change accompanied by the required fee
14 days
For corporations, the application must also include the corporate taxpayer identification number, the ________, and a copy of the corporation's current franchise tax "Certificate of Good Standing" issued by the state comptroller's office.
charter number
Applications for _________ licenses must be accompanied by a written statement from the certificate holder (employer) certifying that the applicant meets the minimum requirements of 34.511f)
Type A and Type K
Applications for__________ must be accompanied by a copy of the DOT letter registering the applicant's facility which awards a registration number to the facility.
Type C certificates
Applications for Type PL licenses must be accompanied by one of the following documents to evidence technical qualifications
for a license proof of registration in Texas as a professional engineer
or a copy of NICET's notification letter regarding the applicant's successful completion of examination requirements for certification at Level III for Special Hazard Systems Layout or Special Hazard Suppression Systems.
Fixed temp-sensing element of fusible metal alloy type replaced while servicing a kitchen hood ext. system must have a:
manufacture date stamp which must be in one year of the replacement
Completion of a fixed ext. system not pre-engineered a Type A or Type B must place an installation label on system to certify it was:
installed per manufactured manuals and specs
plans developed by PL licensee or professional engineer or standards of the commissioner
the person signature on label must be present for final test
Fixed ext. systems that are not pre-engineered systems must be planned, installed or serviced by either:
Type PL licensee
professional engineer
Type A (if not planning)
Certificates of registration initial fee--
$ 450
Certificates of registration renewal fee (for two years)--
$ 600
Certificates of registration renewal late fee (expired 1 day to 90 days)
$450 plus $100 for each branch office operated by the registered firm;
branch office initial fee--
$ 100
branch office renewal fee (for two years)
$ 200
Certificate of registration (Type C) initial fee--
$ 250
Certificate of registration (Type C): renewal fee (for two years)--
$ 300
Certificate of registration (Type C): renewal late fee (expired 1 day to 90 days)--
$ 125
Certificate of registration (Type C): renewal late fee (expired 91 days to two years)--
$ 250
Fire extinguisher license (Type A, B, R and K): initial fee
$ 70
Fire extinguisher license (Type A, B, R and K) renewal fee (for two years)--
$ 100
Fire extinguisher license (Type A, B, R and K) renewal late fee (expired 1 day to 90 days)--
$ 35
Fire extinguisher license (Type A, B, R and K) renewal late fee (expired 91 days to two years)--
$ 70
Fire extinguisher license (Type PL) initial fee--
$ 70
Fire extinguisher license (Type PL) renewal fee (for two years)--
$ 100
Fire extinguisher license (Type PL) renewal late fee (expired 1 day to 90 days)
$ 35
Fire extinguisher license (Type PL) renewal late fee (expired 91 days to two years)--
$ 70
Duplicate or revised certificates, licenses, permits, or other requested changes to certificates, licenses, or permits--
$ 20
Initial test fee (if administered by the SFMO)--
$ 20
Retest fee (if administered by the SFMO)--
$ 20
A person whose license has been expired for__________ who makes application for a new license must take and pass another test. No test is required for a licensee whose license is renewed within________ of expiration.
2 years or longer, 2 years
An applicant may only schedule each type of test _____ times within a twelve-month period
3
An applicant for a license must complete and submit all application requirements within ____of the successful completion of any test required for a license, except for testing conducted through NICET; otherwise, the test is voided and the individual will have to pass the test again.
1 year
Any work done without proper regristration, licensing, or permit results in
Class B Misdemeanor
DOT stands for:
Department of Transportation
Firm registration issued from:
State Board of Insurance
Employees of a firm must have a license issued from the State Board of Insurance to:
- install or service portable fire ext.
- install, service, or certify pre-engineered fixed fire ext. systems
- plan, supervise, service, or certify installation of fixed fire ext. not pre-engineered
State Board of Insurance will
make rules/requirements/issue certificates to:
--registered firms or licensees (installing or servicing) port. ext.
--registered firms or licensees (installing, servicing, planning, and certifying) fixed ext. systems
--registered firms (hydrostatic testing)
--examination of applicants for licensing
evaluate firms or individuals to issue a registration/licensing
Without valid registration or licensing no person or firm may:
engage in business of, install or service port. ext.
enage in business of,install, service, plan, and certify fixed ext. systems
perform hydrostatic testing from DOT
obtain fraudulent registration or licensing
install, sell, service, or recharge carbon tetrachloride ext.
Each certificate must be:
Posted from the public to see at business location
True or False: A permanent license is not transferable but a temporary is
False: none a transferable
Upon request of owner _____ port. ext. can be serviced without label of approval or listing laboratory of testing
port. ext service in accordance of Coast Guard requirements and installed on a foreign vessel
port. carbon dioxde ext. serviced in accordance to DOT requirements
Cartridge actuated port. ext. used by employees of a firm that owns them
The firm's insurance must include
General liability including property and completed operation coverage
No portable fire extinguisher, fixed fire extinguisher system, or extinguisher equipment can be __________ in the state of Texas unless it has a label of approval or listing of an approved testing laboratory
