CFPS Certified Fire Protection Specialist Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the CFPS Certified Fire Protection Specialist Vocabulary Games
4 free word games built on 20 CFPS Certified Fire Protection Specialist terms across 8 topics. Every game deals terms at random and shows what each term means, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1.Read the clue and type the term (3 to 6 letters).
- 2.Green: right spot. Yellow: wrong spot. Gray: not in the term.
- 3.Solve it in 6 tries, then read the explanation.
- 1.Swap two neighboring tiles to line up 3 of the same term.
- 2.Longer lines, two lines at once and chains score more.
- 3.Play until no swap can make a line.
- 1.Flip two cards. A matching pair stays face up.
- 2.Each pair you find shows what the term means.
- 3.Clear the board in as few moves as you can.
- 1.Find each listed term in the letter grid.
- 2.Drag across its letters: across, down or diagonally.
- 3.Find all five as fast as you can.
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Topics in the CFPS Certified Fire Protection Specialist Vocabulary Game
Fire suppression
Safety in the built environment
Detection and alarm
Fire prevention
Fire science and analysis
Facility hazard management
Fire and rescue services
Confining fires
Sources for these terms (12)
- Commercial Fire Sprinkler System Plans Review Student Manual (NFA course R0263) · Source checked 2026-11-06
- Fire Inspection Principles 2: Inspection of Structures and Systems (FIP 2: ISS) Student Manual, 1st Edition, 3rd Printing, May 2023 · Source checked 2026-11-06
- 29 CFR 1910.252 General requirements (welding, cutting and brazing) · Source checked 2026-11-06
- 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard communication · Source checked 2026-11-06
- 29 CFR 1910.155 Scope, application and definitions applicable to fire protection subpart · Source checked 2026-11-06
- 29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory protection · Source checked 2026-11-06
- 40 CFR 262.256 Arrangements with local authorities · Source checked 2026-11-06
- Choosing and Using Fire Extinguishers (U.S. Fire Administration) · Source checked 2026-11-06
- Recreational Vehicle Fire Safety (U.S. Fire Administration) · Source checked 2026-11-06
- Glossary of Related Terms (FEMA EMI ICS Resource Center) · Source checked 2026-11-06
- 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (U.S. Access Board) · Source checked 2026-11-06
- Fire and Arson Scene Evidence: A Guide for Public Safety Personnel (NIJ 181584) · Source checked 2026-11-06
About the CFPS Exam
The Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) exam is a certification for professionals in the fire protection industry. The exam is based on the NFPA's Fire Protection Handbook, and it covers a wide range of topics, including fire science, fire protection systems, and fire safety management.
Exam sponsor: NFPA. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
Not published by NFPA
Reported exam pass rate: N/A. NFPA does not publish pass rates for the CFPS exam. Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CFPS vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How do the CFPS vocabulary games work?
There are 4 games built on 20 CFPS terms. In Guess the Term, a clue describes one term and you have six tries to spell it, with green, yellow and gray letters showing how close you are. In Term Match, six terms appear as colored tiles; swap neighbors to line up three or more of the same term, and each match shows what the term means. In Term Pairs, twelve face-down cards hide six pairs of terms; flip two at a time to find each pair, and every pair you find shows what the term means. In Term Search, five terms hide in a grid of letters, reading across, down or diagonally; drag across a term to circle it, and each term you find shows what it means.
Where do the CFPS terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the NFPA content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
What is the CFPS exam pass rate?
The NFPA does not publish pass rates for the CFPS exam, and it does not disclose the passing score or your numeric score to candidates - you only receive a pass/fail result. With proper preparation using our practice questions, you can be among those who pass on their first attempt.
How can I pass the CFPS exam on my first try?
To pass the CFPS on your first try: 1) Study for 8-12 weeks, dedicating 5-10 hours per week. 2) Focus heavily on the Fire Protection Handbook. 3) Complete at least 500 practice questions. 4) Aim to score 80%+ consistently on practice exams before scheduling. 5) Use our AI tutor to understand concepts you miss.