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FIRE EXTINGUISHER TECHNICIAN
License Description A fire extinguisher technician may sell, plan, install, certify, or service fixed fire extinguisher systems or portable fire extinguishers in residential or commercial properties to the extent permitted by their type of license. An individual who holds a planning license may be employed by a firm that is permitted to sell, plan, install, certify, or service fixed fire extinguisher systems and sell, install, certify or service portable fire extinguishers. A registered firm that employs a Type A (fixed system license) licensee is permitted to sell, install, certify, or service fixed fire extinguishing systems and portable extinguishers. A Type B (portable license) holder may be employed by a registered firm to sell, install, certify, or service portable extinguishers and test certain portable fire extinguishers. A Type K licensee is permitted to install, certify or service any wet or dry chemical fixed fire extinguisher systems used to protect a cooking area and portable extinguishers. An individual holding an apprentice permit is allowed to install or service fixed fire extinguishing systems and portable fire extinguishers when employed by a registered firm and only under the direct supervision of a valid licensee employed by the same firm.
Licensing Agency
Texas Department of Insurance
State Fire Marshal
PO Box 149104
Austin, TX 78714
(512) 676 6800
FMLicensing@tdi.texas.gov
Active Status Active
Continuing Education No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Criminal Record Specific type of conviction prohibited
Education No educational requirements
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 08/10/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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