NICET In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) - Level 1

NICET In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) - Level 1
NICET In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) - Level 1

NICET In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) - Level 1

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NICET In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) - Level 1

This certification program is for engineering technicians engaged in the design and layout, and installation and maintenance, of in-building public safety communication systems. The candidates for NICET certification at Level I in In-Building Public Safety Communications should have the knowledge, experience, and basic skills needed to work in the industry. 

The Exam Pros Prep Package helps you to pass the NICET In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) - Level 1 Exam with the books, tabs, and expert-led online course you need. 

The In-Building Public Safety Communications exam is delivered on a computer at Pearson Vue Testing Centers

NICET has updated the In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) exams on December 2nd, 2024.

Content Outline:

  • Performing Rough Installation Activities (Questions related to these tasks make up 50-60% of the exam.)
    • Read and follow RF system installation documentation.
    • Install cable (e.g., support, fire stopping, grounding, etc.).
    • Terminate cable.
    • Install passive equipment.
  • Performing Finish and Trim Out Installation Activities (Questions related to these tasks make up 40-50% of the exam.)
    • Install donor antenna.
    • Install active equipment.
    • Install dedicated annunciator.
    • Install battery backup (BBU). 

Approved References:

  1. NFPA 1225, 2022 Ed.
  2. NFPA 70, 2020 Ed.
  3. Complete ERCES Handbook, 2023
  4. International Fire Code (IFC), 2018
  5. Indoor Radio Planning: A Practical Guide for 2G, 3G, and 4G, 3rd Ed.
      

*The test questions are based on the standard editions listed above; therefore, candidates are strongly urged to bring these editions to the exam. Note: Candidates may bring older or newer editions—instead of the editions listed above—at their own risk. Exam comments that are made based on other published edition years, will not be reviewed until the next maintenance cycle. Candidates are responsible for reviewing the content outline and bringing in allowable printed references that are applicable to what is being tested. Acceptable references may be copied in whole or part. 

Note: An NFPA Handbook will NOT be accepted as a substitute for any of the titles listed above. 

In addition to the references listed above, the following publications can provide some of the job knowledge required by an in-building public safety communications technician. While these books may help you prepare for the exam, they are NOT permitted in the test center. 

  1. NFPA 72 (2019) National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
  2. 47 CFR 90: Private Land Mobile Radio Services, U.S. Federal Government (also known as FCC Part 90)
  3. ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.1 (2001): Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard,
  4. Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA)
  5. International Building Code (2018), International Code Council (ICC)
  6. OSHA 29 CFR 1926: Safety and Health Regulations for Construction, OSHA
  7. Ugly's Electrical References (2020), George V. Hart and Sammie Hart, Jones and Bartlett Learning 

For more information on IB-PSC certification program please refer to NICET.ORG

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    • Over 500 practice questions organized by book. 
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