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What is the purpose of the Texas Fire Rules - Correct Answer -1. To regulate
the planning, selling, servicing, monitoring and maintenance of fire devices and
systems.
2. To prohibit the use of unrecognized devices.
What does NFPA stand for? - Correct Answer -National Fire Protection
Association
Name a Recognized National Standards Organization? - Correct Answer -The
National Fire Protection Association
What is a Fire Alarm Device? - Correct Answer -Any device capable of
warning, audibly or visually, that a fire has occured.
What is a Fire Detection Device? - Correct Answer -Any device capable of
detecting that fire or smoke is present.
What 5 things can a municipality or county demand in addition to the Fire
Alarm Rules? - Correct Answer -1. They can mandate that a system must be
installed if they feel it s needed.
2. They can require standards that are higher than law.
3. They can require regular inspections
4. They can require a permit to be obtained for the alarm.
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, 5. They can require, that the monitored property be contacted before a dispatch
is sent out.
What Insurance is a firm required to have? - Correct Answer -General Liability,
with PRODUCTS, and COMPLETED OPERATIONS
What amounts of insurance is a firm required to have? - Correct Answer -100K
for each incident of bodily injury or property damage 300k for all annual
occurrences.
What two things are required to become licensed? - Correct Answer -1. You
must past a written exam
2. You must be employed by a registered firm
What 4 standards & codes may the fire commissioner adopt to create the rules?
- Correct Answer -1. NFPA Standards
2. Federal law or regulatory standards
3. Standards published by a recognized national standards organization
4. Information provided by manufacturers
What 5 things can a municipality or county NOT require of a license holder? -
Correct Answer -1. Demand they obtain a franchise
2. Demand fees or taxes
3. Post a bond
4. Demand they maintain a business location in their municipality/county
5. Demand financial requirements
Who do the Texas Fire Rules not apply to? - Correct Answer --Anyone not
involved in the planning leasing, servicing, sales or maintenance of fire systems.
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