Mississippi
Alarm Systems and Equipment
Apply for the License
Mississippi Board of Contractors (MSBOC)2679 Crane Ridge Drive, Suite C
Jackson, MS 39216
Phone: (601) 354-6161
Licensing Web Site Exam Administrator
Exam Type
OPEN BOOK
Exam Content
| Subject Areas | # of
Questions |
|---|
| General Electrical and Low Voltage | 10 |
| Fire Detection and Notification | 32 |
| Intrusion Detection and Notification | 18 |
Total number of test questions:
60
Time allowed (hours):
2.0
In addition to the trade-specific examination, you may be required to pass the Business and Law Exam offered by PSI or take an "approved" Business and Law course
Books Allowed in the Exam
1.
National Electrical Code (NFPA-70), 2014, NFPA
2.
NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2010, NFPA
3.
Fire Alarm Signaling Systems, 4th Edition, Richard W. Bukowski
4.
Certified Alarm Technician's Manual - Level 1, 2015 (offered as an online course by the Electronic Security Assn. from the link)
5.
Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems, 3rd Edition, John E. Traister and Terry Kennedy
6.
Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems, 3rd Edition, H. William Trimmer
Available Study Materials
NFPA Fire & Gas Standard
Practice Exam
$44.95 — $54.95
Files Contain sample exam questions for the NFPA book title(s) above highlighted (light green). Pricing is based on the number of questions contained in the individual files shown on our order form.
A 15% discount applies when ordering TWO (2) OR MORE BOOK TITLES.
