Q: In Ohio, who is required to obtain a Fire Protection Certification?
A: All persons involved in the installation, service or maintenance of fire protection equipment, including sprinkler systems, fire detection, fire extinguishing systems and fire extinguishers “for profit”.
Q: Is there a job experience or training minimum requirement to become certified in automatic sprinklers and standpipe systems, fire pumps, fire alarm and detection equipment or portable fire extinguishers?
A: No job experience or training is required
Q: Are you required to take an exam to become certified?
A: Yes
Q: What is a passing score for the exam?
A: 70% or better is a passing score to become certified.
Q: What is the fee to take the exam?
A: $50.00 per test – this covers two attempts in case you fail the first time.
Q: Where do I take the exam?
A: Division of State Fire Marshal
Bureau of Testing & Registration
8895 E. Main St.
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Additional test locations are listed on the exam schedule
Q: Are the exams offered more than once a year?
A: The exams are offered many times per year – please refer to State Fire Marshal’s website for exam dates http://www.com.ohio.gov/fire/docs/fire_COM5054.pdf
Q: How many exams can I take on the same day?
A: The exam period is 2 hours – you can take as many exams as you want in that period. However, it is suggested not to take more than two in one day.
Q: How are exam results received?
A: Passing grade – license will come in the mail or you can also check the website @ https://www.comapps.ohio.gov/sfm/fire_apps/fmtr/fpi_lookup/ to search for your certifications.
Failing grade will result in receiving a letter by certified mail to enable you to reschedule a re-test date.
Q: How long does it take to receive exam results?
A: Five to seven working days, sometimes less, check the link above.
Q: Is there a fee to re-test?
A: Your original fee covers the cost of the initial test and one re-test. If you fail the re-test you will must apply again and pay the $50.00 fee.
Q: How do I schedule to take the exam?
A: Print application from http://www.com.ohio.gov/fire/docs/fire_FireCertIndivDMA81306.pdf or call 614.752.7126 to have an application mailed to you. Return the completed application with a check or money order for $50.00 made payable to Treasurer, State of Ohio to:
A: Division of State Fire Marshal
Bureau of Testing & Registration
8895 E. Main St.
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Q: Does Fire Tech Productions, Inc. provide exam testing?
A: No, we are a training company. We will help prepare you for the State of Ohio exams.
Q: I am certified in another state, can I use this certification in the State of Ohio?
A: No, the state of Ohio does not recognize certifications/licenses from other states.
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