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Key Facts: NV Fire Alarm Exam
70%
Passing Score
NV Contractors Board
C-41c/C-2C
License Classifications
NV Contractors Board
$85
New Certification Fee
NV Fire Marshal
NFPA 72 (2010)
Adopted Code Edition
NAC 477
100 Q
Practice Questions
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Sample NV Fire Alarm Practice Questions
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1Under NFPA 72, what is the maximum spacing for spot-type smoke detectors on a smooth ceiling in Nevada?
2What is the minimum standby battery capacity requirement for fire alarm systems under NFPA 72 in Nevada?
3According to NFPA 72, what type of signal does a valve tamper switch generate on a fire alarm system in Nevada?
4Which Nevada agency licenses fire alarm system installers?
5Under NEC Article 760, fire alarm circuits are classified as which two types?
6What is the required flash rate for visible notification appliances per NFPA 72?
7Per NFPA 72, how often must smoke detectors undergo sensitivity testing?
8Nevada fire alarm regulations are found in which chapter of the Nevada Administrative Code?
9What is the maximum mounting height for manual fire alarm boxes per NFPA 72?
10Under NFPA 72, what document must be completed after a fire alarm installation?
About the NV Fire Alarm Exam
Nevada fire alarm licensing involves the State Fire Marshal Division (installer certification/F-Card) and the State Contractors Board (C-41c or C-2C contractor license). The C-2C exam and Contractor Management Survey are both required. Exams are open-book with tabbed references.
Exam sponsor: Nevada State Fire Marshal Division / NV State Contractors Board. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
Open-book exam
Passing Score
70%
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
State Laws & Licensing
NAC 477, C-41c/C-2C licensing, F-Card certification, ESA CFAT equivalency, Contractor Management Survey
NFPA Codes
NFPA 72 (2010 NV adoption), NEC Article 760, circuit classifications, cable types, and code compliance
System Design
Detection systems, notification appliances, control panels, circuit design, battery calculations, and system types
Installation Practices
Wiring methods, cable types, device installation, firestopping, system tagging, and documentation
Inspection & Testing
NFPA 72 Chapter 14, acceptance testing, service tags, documentation, and state fire marshal inspection requirements
Preparing for the NV Fire Alarm Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: Open-book exam
- Exam / certification fees: $85 new certification Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What licenses do I need for fire alarm work in Nevada?
You need either a C-41c (Fire Alarms Contractor) or C-2C (Fire Detection Contractor) license from the Contractors Board, plus certification from the State Fire Marshal Division. Both the technical exam and Contractor Management Survey must be passed.
Does Nevada accept alternatives to NICET certification?
Yes, Nevada accepts ESA Certified Alarm Technician (CFAT) Level 2 as an alternative to NICET Level 2 certification.
What format are Nevada contractor exams?
Nevada exams are open-book. You may bring tabbed, highlighted, and annotated reference materials to the test.