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Key Facts: NICET FAS-II Exam
110
Exam Questions
NICET FAS-II
155 min
Exam Length
NICET FAS-II
500 / 700
Passing Score (scaled)
NICET
$315
Application Fee
NICET
NFPA 72 (2022) + NFPA 70 (2020)
Open-Book References
NICET references
2 years
Required Experience (12 mo in FAS)
NICET FAS-II
NICET FAS Level II is a 110-question, 155-minute open-book exam at Pearson VUE with a $315 application fee and a scaled cut score of 500 on a 0-700 scale. Candidates need Level I passage plus 2 years total experience (12 months in FAS). The 2022 edition of NFPA 72 and the 2020 edition of NFPA 70 are provided on screen during testing. Level II content emphasizes Chapter 12 pathways and survivability, Chapter 17 detector spacing, Chapter 18 notification, Chapter 23 protected premises, Chapter 24 voice EVACS, and Chapter 26 supervising station, plus NEC Article 760 wiring methods and conduit fill.
Sample NICET FAS-II Practice Questions
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1Which NFPA 72 (2022) chapter covers the requirements for protected premises fire alarm systems?
2Per NFPA 72 (2022), what is the minimum required secondary (standby) power capacity for a typical protected premises fire alarm system in non-voice service?
3When sizing batteries for a fire alarm system, what derating factor is commonly applied to account for aging and temperature so that batteries still perform at end-of-life?
4Per NFPA 72 (2022) Chapter 23, which pathway class will continue to operate after a single open in the circuit?
5T-tap branches off a signaling line circuit are generally permitted only on which pathway class?
6Which NFPA 72 (2022) chapter contains the circuit and pathway survivability requirements?
7Per NFPA 72 (2022) Chapter 12, which pathway survivability level is achieved by routing circuits through a building protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system with circuits in metal raceway?
8Per NFPA 72 (2022) Chapter 24, partial evacuation and one-way emergency communication requirements apply to which type of system?
9What is the primary purpose of elevator Phase I emergency recall?
10Which detector typically initiates elevator hoistway/machine-room shunt trip for sprinklers?
About the NICET FAS-II Exam
NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II is the junior-technician credential in the NICET FAS program. Level II candidates demonstrate advanced device wiring, survivability, voice evacuation, elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, suppression interconnections, and battery/conduit calculations using NFPA 72 (2022) and NFPA 70 (2020) as open-book references.
Questions
110 scored questions
Time Limit
155 minutes
Passing Score
500 (0-700 scale)
Exam Fee
$315 (NICET (Pearson VUE))
NICET FAS-II Exam Content Outline
Installation
Mounting and terminating advanced devices, addressable SLCs with monitor/control modules, Class A returns, T-tap restrictions on Class B, and supervised NAC boosters.
Survivability and Pathway Classes
NFPA 72 Chapter 12 pathway classes (A/B/C/N/P/X) and survivability Pathway Levels 0/1/2/3 for sprinklered buildings and 2-hour rated assemblies.
Voice EVACS and Emergency Communications
NFPA 72 Chapter 24 EVACS for partial evacuation, message intelligibility via STI/CIS, two-way firefighter telephones with electrical supervision.
Elevator Recall and HVAC Shutdown
Phase I primary/alternate recall, Phase II firefighter operation, shunt trip from heat detectors within 24 in of sprinklers, duct smoke detector shutdown per NFPA 72 17.7.5.
Suppression Interconnections and Monitoring
Waterflow as alarm, tamper as supervisory, pre-action detector inputs, clean-agent abort as supervisory, kitchen hood discharge as alarm, releasing service with 15-minute alarm power.
Power, Battery, and Wiring Math
24-hour standby plus 5-minute alarm (15 minutes for EVACS/releasing service), 20% aging derating, voltage drop to listed minimum, NEC Chapter 9 conduit fill (31%/40%/53%).
Inspection, Testing, and Documentation
NFPA 72 Chapter 14 ITM intervals (annual pull stations, quarterly waterflow, semiannual batteries), impairment programs, Chapter 7 acceptance documentation.
Supervising Station and Off-Premises Monitoring
NFPA 72 Chapter 26 transmission with 90-second alarm window, 24-hour path testing of DACT-equivalent technologies, and trouble annunciation.
How to Pass the NICET FAS-II Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 500 (0-700 scale)
- Exam length: 110 questions
- Time limit: 155 minutes
- Exam fee: $315
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions and how much time on the NICET Fire Alarm Level II exam?
NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II is 110 multiple-choice questions delivered in 155 minutes at Pearson VUE, including open-book on-screen access to NFPA 72 (2022) and NFPA 70 (2020) PDFs.
What is the passing score for NICET Fire Alarm Level II?
Candidates need a scaled score of 500 on a 0-700 scale. Score reports identify pass/fail and, for unsuccessful attempts, performance by work-element category to focus retesting.
What does the NICET Level II Fire Alarm exam cost?
The NICET application/exam fee is $315 for Level II Fire Alarm Systems. Rescheduling within 24 hours of the appointment or outside the same testing window can add fees.
Do I need Level I before taking Level II?
Yes. To certify at Level II, candidates must pass both the Level I and Level II exams, document at least 2 years of total experience with 12 months in fire alarm systems, and meet verified performance measures.
What references does NICET FAS Level II rely on?
NICET FAS Level II is open-book to NFPA 72 (2022) and NFPA 70 (2020), provided as on-screen PDFs during testing. Candidates cannot bring outside materials; only the provided references are searchable.
Can I take the NICET FAS Level II exam online?
Yes. NICET FAS-II is available through Pearson VUE test centers and through OnVUE online proctoring, depending on availability. Either method delivers the same 110-question, 155-minute open-book format.