NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level 3

Level III FAS Technicians can work independently without supervision. Level III Technicians can conduct installation, perform system maintenance, interpret codes, standards, and specifications to produce fire alarm shop drawings. Level III Technicians can perform fire alarm layout activities, supervise Technicians at Levels I and II, and provide submittal packets. They interact with AHJs. Level III Technicians have at least 5 years of experience in FAS.

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Fire Alarm Systems Exams

Level III Exam - 115 Questions

Time Allowed - 170 minutes

Content Outline:

• Installation (Questions related to these tasks make up 25-35% of the exam.)
  • Supervise projects.
  • Compile as-builts and close-out documents. 
  • Oversee system commissioning.
• Maintenance (Questions related to these tasks make up 25-35% of the exam.)
  • Manage periodic testing.
  • Resolve impairments/deficiencies.
  • Prepare documentation and records.
• Submittal Preparation and System Layout (Questions related to these tasks make up 20-30% of the exam.)
  • Prepare and approve shop drawings.
• Management and Supervision (Questions related to these tasks make up 10-20% of the exam.)
  • Supervise work activities.
  • Supervise team members.

Approved References:

1. NFPA 72, 2022
2. IBC, 2021
3. NFPA 70, 2020
4. NFPA 101, 2021

*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.

1. NFPA 72 (2022): National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
2. NFPA 70 (2020): National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
3. NFPA 101 (2021): Life Safety Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

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

1. NICET Code of Ethics (http://www.nicet.org/about-us/code-of-ethics/)
2. NASCLA Contractor's Guide to Business, Law and Project Management (Basic 13th edition), National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA)
3. OSHA Resource for Development and Delivery of Training to Workers (3824-08) (2021). Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and US Department of Labor.

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