FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

The purpose of this program is to protect the people of the State of Vermont from the risk of injury or death from unapproved fire alarm system installations. To do this the state has adopted and enforces the nationally recognized safety codes and by the licensure, education and training of people doing fire alarm inspection and testing work.

A Certification of Fitness (TQP) is required for all individuals performing activities related to fire or life safety, based on the qualifications spelled out below.

FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS INFORMATION

Scope – The periodic inspection and testing of fire alarm and detection systems.
Qualifications – Master electrician or G7(c) Type S Journeyman electrician for fire alarm systems.
Continuing education – Eight (8) hours of related instruction during the previous three (3) years.

CURRENTLY ADOPTED CODES

	NFPA 70	National Electrical Code	2008 Edition
	NFPA 72	National Fire Alarm Code	2002 Edition as Amended
	NFPA 720	Standard for the Installation of Carbon Monoxide Warning Equipment in Dwelling Units	2005 Edition
	NFPA 101	Life Safety Code	2006 Edition

• Updates Regarding Code Changes on the Installation, Inspection and Testing of Smoke Alarms, Carbon Monoxide Alarms and Fire Alarm Systems - September 2009

NOTE: The Vermont Division of Fire Safety does not sell code books. Please contact NFPA to purchase the codes and standards.

FIRE ALARM WORK NOTICES

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FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS PERMIT APPLICATION

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FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS CERTIFICATION (TQP) APPLICATION

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CERTIFIED INSPECTORS

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TQP INSPECTION FORMS

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RELATED INFORMATION

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Certification of Fitness (TQP) Application - Adobe Acrobat | Microsoft Word

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Contact Information for Continuing Education Providers