Free Texas Fire Sprinkler Statutes and Rules (TFM08) Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

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1. 1A Texas business advertises that it can install sprinkler systems but has not yet accepted its first job. Under Chapter 6003, what makes it a fire protection sprinkler system contractor?

   1. A.Its offer to undertake sprinkler installationCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Its completion of a sprinkler installation
   3. C.Its certification of a sprinkler installation
   4. D.Its maintenance of a sprinkler installation

   Explanation: Section 6003.001(2) states, "means an individual or organization that offers to undertake, represents itself as being able to undertake, or undertakes the plan, sale, installation, maintenance, or servicing of:" The definition reaches an offer to undertake the work, so completed work is not the trigger.

   Reference: Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6003 — §6003.001(2)

2. 2A sprinkler firm is preparing the business-location entry on its certificate. Which address type satisfies §34.710(b)?

   1. A.A post office box used to collect the firm's correspondence
   2. B.A private postal box used to collect the firm's correspondence
   3. C.The physical address where the firm's business is locatedCorrect answer: C
   4. D.A virtual mailbox used to collect the firm's correspondence

   Explanation: The rule states, "The business location must be a physical address, not a mailing address or P.O. Box." The certificate must identify the actual business location, rather than a correspondence-only mailbox.

   Reference: 28 TAC §34.710 — Fire Sprinkler Rules — §34.710(b)

3. 3An RME reviews a proposal to extend the piping of an existing sprinkler system. Which statutory term includes that work?

   1. A.Maintenance
   2. B.Service
   3. C.InstallationCorrect answer: C
   4. D.Testing

   Explanation: Section 6003.001(4)(B) states, "the extension, modification, or alteration of equipment after initial placement." An extension after initial placement falls within installation, even though a system already exists.

   Reference: Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6003 — §6003.001(4)(B)

4. 4A registered sprinkler corporation changes one of its corporate officers. What is the latest time for reporting that change in writing to SFMO under §34.710(e)?

   1. A.10 days after the change
   2. B.14 days after the changeCorrect answer: B
   3. C.30 days after the change
   4. D.90 days after the change

   Explanation: The rule states, "Any change of corporate officers must be reported in writing to the state fire marshal within 14 days. This change does not require a revised certificate." The written report is due within 14 days. An officer change alone does not require certificate revision.

   Reference: 28 TAC §34.710 — Fire Sprinkler Rules — §34.710(e)

5. 5A sprinkler company designates an individual as its RME. What is the individual's statutory responsibility concerning systems installed or serviced by the company?

   1. A.Ensure that the systems meet the standards provided by lawCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Ensure that the systems use the owner's preferred equipment
   3. C.Ensure that the systems match the insurer's preferred layout
   4. D.Ensure that the systems satisfy the supplier's warranty terms

   Explanation: Section 6003.001(10) states, "to ensure that each fire protection sprinkler system, as installed, maintained, or serviced, meets the standards for the system as provided by law." The RME's statutory duty is compliance with legally required system standards, rather than a private party's preferences.

   Reference: Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6003 — §6003.001(10)

6. 6A firm's sprinkler registration certificate is destroyed, with no change in the firm's details. Which certificate action does §34.710(f) require?

   1. A.Apply for renewal of the certificate
   2. B.Apply for revision of the certificate
   3. C.Apply for initial issue of a certificate
   4. D.Obtain a duplicate of the certificateCorrect answer: D

   Explanation: The rule states, "A duplicate certificate must be obtained from the state fire marshal to replace a lost or destroyed certificate." A duplicate replaces a lost or destroyed document; it is not a renewal, revision or new initial registration.

   Reference: 28 TAC §34.710 — Fire Sprinkler Rules — §34.710(f)

7. 7Four people are considering sprinkler contracting work. Which situation is expressly excepted from Chapter 6003 because of the person's governmental employment?

   1. A.A county employee performing the work for the employing countyCorrect answer: A
   2. B.A county employee performing the work for a private warehouse
   3. C.A county employee performing the work for a private landlord
   4. D.A county employee performing the work for a private retailer

   Explanation: Section 6003.002(a)(1) states, "an employee of the United States, this state, or any political subdivision of this state who acts as a fire protection sprinkler system contractor for the employing governmental entity;" The exception requires work for the employing governmental entity, not merely government employment.

   Reference: Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6003 — §6003.002(a)(1)

8. 8A registered firm changes its business name while keeping the same ownership. Which certificate action is required by §34.710(g)?

   1. A.Request a revised certificate with notice and the required feeCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Request a duplicate certificate with notice and the required fee
   3. C.Request a renewal certificate with notice and the required fee
   4. D.Request an initial certificate with notice and the required fee

   Explanation: The rule states, "The change of a firm's name, location, or mailing address requires a revised certificate." The firm's changed name requires revision. Written notice and the required fee must be submitted within 14 days.

   Reference: 28 TAC §34.710 — Fire Sprinkler Rules — §34.710(g)

9. 9An independent sprinkler contractor checks the small-project exception. Assuming its other conditions are met, the total contract price for labor, materials and services must be below what statutory threshold?

   1. A.$70
   2. B.$100Correct answer: B
   3. C.$200
   4. D.$300

   Explanation: Section 6003.002(a)(5) states, "an installation, maintenance, or service project for which the total contract price for labor, materials, and all other services is less than $100, if:" The threshold is less than $100, not $100 or less. The other anti-evasion conditions still apply.

   Reference: Texas Insurance Code Chapter 6003 — §6003.002(a)(5)

10. 10An Underground Fire Main certificate holder is reviewing the scope of its registration before accepting a project. What planning authority does that registration provide?

    1. A.It authorizes planning of any fire sprinkler system
    2. B.It authorizes planning of underground fire mains
    3. C.It authorizes planning of dwelling sprinkler systems
    4. D.It does not authorize planning of sprinkler systemsCorrect answer: D

    Explanation: The rule states, "This certificate permits a fire protection sprinkler system contractor to conduct the sales, installation, maintenance, or servicing, but not the planning, of an assembly of underground piping or conduits" Underground Fire Main registration permits the listed nonplanning work; planning is expressly excluded.

    Reference: 28 TAC §34.710 — Fire Sprinkler Rules — §34.710(i)(3)