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What is a 1099 MISC used for?
Who must manage every registered branch office?
Which statement best describes the primary regulatory function of the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services?
What gap range should be used for depth-of-field references?
According to NFPA, how often should visual inspections of sealed lead-acid batteries occur?
In the licensing structure, who is described as the person designated to manage and supervise the branch office?
What is the minimum number of days before changes take effect for contract notices?
A mirrors construction material would interfere with which system portion?
When running alarm wires or power wires through barriers intended to stop the spread of fire or smoke, what should you do?
Which class of circuit transmits an alarm during a single open or non-simultaneous single ground fault?
A volumetric motion sensor is designed to:
VOM stands for:
What are the most frequent equipment errors that cause false alarms?
What elements are included in an energized electrical work permit?
What is the last step when completing an alarm repair?
What is the minimum age required of an ACO applicant?
Class 2 and Class 3 circuits are regulated under which NEC section?
A mechanical wire connection is best described as which of the following?
Where are ferrite beads installed for CE compliance?
Which term describes monitoring for multiple alarm companies that do not have their own monitoring station?
If you obtain an insurance policy, what are you doing to the risk?
What causes plunger switches to stick?
NBFAA minimum wire size for protective circuit wiring?
What is the purpose of including licensing information in contracts?
During a complete test of a monitored system, which statement best describes verification of signals?
What does AHJ stand for in the context of these guidelines?
For ladders 40 feet or longer, how much overlap is required between adjacent sections?
Who issues the branch office license?
Who is listed as managing and supervising the branch office for the licensee's qualified manager?
What is the maximum fine that can be assessed for a cited violation?
In this licensing framework, a licensee is defined as what?
Which statement best defines 'Person' in regulatory terms?
Under what condition does the alarm system's back-up battery engage?
What is the maximum distance between spot smoke detectors on a smooth flat ceiling?
Personal Emergency Response Systems are typically connected to what type of line?
Are combination manual fire alarm boxes and guards signaling stations permitted?
Approved vs Listed vs Accepted: which statement correctly describes 'Approved'?
What sets criteria for determining where fire alarm systems are needed in most buildings?
Under what condition may you work with a temporary Card?
Why is maintaining distance from live overhead power lines important when working near boom lifts?
A mercantile system is appropriate for jewelers or non-urban businesses only when what condition is met?
Where must labor law posters be displayed?
Can an alarm agreement be oral?
What does the acronym FACP stand for in fire alarm systems?
Which items are considered supervisory signals on a fire alarm system?
What is the first step in troubleshooting a wireless transmitter?
Is an ACO license required to sell PERS?
Which statement is true regarding appointments under this framework?
Which standard is primarily associated with fire alarm systems?
What does 18/2 refer to in alarm wiring?
What is widely regarded as the best method to reduce false alarms?
When placing a smoke detector on a drop ceiling tile what weight data is involved?
What is the minimum height above floor level for the operable part of a manual fire alarm box?
Terminal boards with clamping washers will not require which of the following connections?
What does the term 'Bureau' refer to in the licensing context?
The Chief of BSIS serves under the direction and supervision of which official?
What is used by most installers to power transformers and sirens?
An heir can operate under the licensee's BSIS business name and license number for up to how many days after the licensee's death, provided written notice of death is given within 30 days?
In a rectangular room, detectors must be placed with a certain spacing: how many are needed if the layout requires 15 feet from walls and 30-foot spacing?
When a customer issue is reported and a service technician is dispatched, what should they do first?
What is used to determine the level of fault tolerance in initiating notification and signaling line circuits?
What is the fine for not maintaining an accurate and current record for every required employee’s proof of completion of the power to arrest training?
NEC fill: 40% fill applies to three or more cables.
Where should a magnetic switch be installed on a door?
Which is a valid basis for a director to deny a license?
What is the address for the licensing agency?
Which statement differentiates depth of field from depth of view?
If a fire alarm system loses its primary power and the backup battery is fully discharged, how soon must the backup battery be fully recharged once power is restored?
Who is authorized to inspect, examine, or audit the business records of an alarm company operator?
If you hold a statewide ACO license, can a local city or county require you to obtain a separate local business license as well?
If a licensee fails to commence work within 20 days of the approximate date specified in the contract, what happens to the next payment?
What is the minimum conductor size for single conductors in fire rated cable installations?
Which signaling format is described as pulse, being the slowest with a 4/2 ratio?
Best surface to mount an infrared sensor?
What do standards establish?
If a Qualified Manager dies, how long can a family member run the company, provided written notification is given within 30 days?
Voice evacuation systems are designed to do which of the following?
A visual notification appliance should always be within ____ feet of any end of the corridor.
When establishing a monitoring service contract with a third party, what information must be provided?
Paid sick leave accrual rate is at least 1 hour per how many days?
Which detector technology is most effective for intruders moving toward a motion detector?
Where is the enclosed and tamper-protected alarm sounding device typically mounted in Mercantile Burglar Alarm Service?
Public Operating Mode pertains to signaling to occupants due to a fire alarm system. Which of the following best captures this concept?
Which lens diameter categories are cited as standard for cameras in the material?
Who must sign a contract?
Which statement about NFPA 72 is true?
A fire alarm's backup battery must have the capacity to sound the alarm for how long?
Which agency is responsible for issuing alarms industry licenses in California?
How is a relay best described?
If the detector spacing is 30 feet, what is the maximum distance from any ceiling point to the nearest detector?
Swinger shut down is best described as what feature?
What must be included in an installation contract over $500 to protect consumers?
If you remotely program a fire panel from an off-site laptop, what must happen next?
Can a firearm be carried with a temporary registration?
What is the penalty for an alarm company found guilty of unethical conduct in California?
In a series circuit, what is true about the current through each device?
The deposit refund deadline is counted from when?
IMC conduit is defined as?
Internet alarm monitoring should be used over GSM only when which condition exists?
What must be posted about sick leave?
In a fire condition, how quickly must door-hold devices release?
Which gauge is associated with grounding a device in the source material?
Which duration is listed for license validity after timely notice of cessation of the qualified manager?
Who is responsible for conducting inspections of alarm companies in California?
Subcontracting involves which practice?
Can an employee waive or refuse a break?
The residential alarm's power supplies are described as primary and secondary. How many power supplies does it have?
If ACO QM dies, a member of the immediate family of deceased licensee shall be entitled to continue the business under the same license for how many days following the death?
Which scenario constitutes abandonment of an ACO license application?
Class 2 and Class 3 circuit conductors must maintain what minimum clearance from other low voltage conductors?
When a violation is found, what may the director issue?
Why would extensive alarm wiring act like an antenna?
What must you do to be able to carry tear gas?
If the renewal fee for an alarm employee registration is $80, what is the delinquency fee?
If you want to dispute or contest something BSIS found on your criminal record, how much time do you have for this?
Which statement is true about subcontractors' licensing?
Who is entitled to continue the business under the same licenses for 120 days after the death of a licensee?
In licensing records, what does No Dispo mean?
Within how many working days must an ACO licensee verify proof of current and valid registration for each employee who is subject to registration?
What is the recommended practice for labeling batteries installed in equipment?
What is the height range (in inches) above the door for installing a visual notification appliance?
Who is responsible for a record of completion in a monitored alarm installation?
Solid wire is generally cheaper and easier to terminate than stranded wire. Which statement best reflects this?
During a suspension, performing any act for an alarm company operator is subject to penalties under which provisions?
In the referenced material, the term 'Department' refers to which agency?
Within how many days must a request for review be submitted to the bureau after a citation, assessment, denial, or suspension?
What are the four types of alarm protocols?
In protective loops, the end-of-line resistor is used to monitor for which conditions?
Which building criteria triggers a fire alarm designed to warn occupants in multifamily or hotel buildings?
If ambient conditions prohibit smoke detectors, FACU protection would be provided by which method?
What is the penalty for engaging in unlicensed alarm company operation after written notice from the bureau?
Fire alarm installations often require which type of conductor?
After death or disassociation, if notice is not provided within 30 days, when is the license auto canceled?
Which level of government has authority to enact false alarm penalty ordinances?
What must appear in or on any advertisement by an alarm company?
LOTO stands for?
The designation of a Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) style depends on which conditions?
Conventional fire alarm systems: which statement accurately describes device identification when an alarm occurs?
At the control panel how much service loop should be for each metallic wire?
Via keypad, what can you bypass while the system stays armed?
What does a potential transformer measure?
What is the maximum spacing between beam smoke detectors?
If an ACO QM dies, how long can his/her partner run the company?
What does crossing the Prohibited Approach Boundary require?
What is the consequence described for a business that employs someone without workers' comp insurance?
An Alarm Company Operator may employ individuals to perform which duties?
What type of ladder should an alarm company use?
If the notice of cessation of the qualified manager being in active charge is filed timely, how long shall the license remain in force?
The range for a monostatic microwave sensor can reach up to how many feet?
What determines whether licensees must file county paperwork and publish in a local newspaper?
How should manual alarm boxes be mounted?
What is the best location for a smoke detector in a home?
FACU protection is provided by which methods?
Ferrite rings or beads are used for what purpose?
What is the fee for alarm agent employee processing?
Which agency licenses Alarm Company Operators in California?
What wire should be used to ground a burglar alarm panel?
Which term describes a relationship where the worker's name appears on the employer's payroll and is under the employer's direction?
Which department oversees the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)?
The Mercantile Burglar Alarm Service is associated with which type of premises?
Supervised wireless devices means which of the following is monitored?
Which committee handles suspension appeals for alarm licensees?
What is the minimum age for an ACO applicant?
What is W9?
After an ACO license has expired, how long can it remain expired before renewal is no longer possible?
Default flash boundary for NFPA 70E is specified as:
If there are exactly 2 visible notification appliances in the field of view, must they flash in synchronization?
What ladders are effective at insulating a worker from electrical shock?
Which of the following statements about alarm permits is accurate?
Masking is defined as?
If an ACO licensee desires to operate alarm company business at a location other than the principal place of business as shown on the ACO license, what is required?
What is the monetary fine for the first violation and subsequent violations if an ACO licensee fails to complete an alarm system installation for the price stated in the contract?
Is a current peace officer ACO required to apply for a firearm qualification card to carry a firearm while working as an ACO?
What is the minimum service loop recommended by NFPA at all copper wire terminations?
Which frequency is not used for wireless security systems?
Securing cable to a wall without conduit is allowed under which condition?
Which two categories best describe initiating devices in alarm systems?
Which statement best describes California’s at-will employment in relation to discrimination?
Who must notify BSIS within 30 days of a change of residence or business address?
Which firearm-related requirement is listed on the alarm company employee card?
Which term describes wiring that maintains circuit operation during a fire event, typically rated to two hours?
Which wire specification is indicated for grounding a fire alarm, according to the source material?
Which color bands indicate that a resistor is 100 ohms?
What is the required distance (within) between a smoke detector and the centerline of an elevator opening?
What does POE mean in a network context?
A shunt is best described as:
OSHA's definition of a confined space includes which of the following?
Which statement describes the role of a fire alarm control panel?
Which disclosure relates to local permit fees for alarm monitoring?
What is a capacitor?
Where must an ACO post his/her license, along with its current renewal certificate?
For internet-only monitored alarms, where must the internet module and router be located?
If notice of cessation is filed timely when the manager stops being active with the company, how long may the license or branch office registration remain in force?
What information must you tell the client about the RJ31X jack?
If the alarm panel is in a locked room, what else should be in that room?
What is the general replacement interval for batteries?
When is a DSL filter relevant to a customer?
What is the purpose of a surety bond for an Alarm Company Operator (ACO)?
What is the fine if an ACO licensee fails to commence work within 20 days of the agreement?
What are the four types of fire alarm control panels (FACP)?
The partner may operate after the death of an ACO QM for 90 days if written notification is provided within how many days?
Which of the following is an unusual cause of a false alarm?
Under what condition can an ACO hire a person to work as an agent to sell, install, monitor, maintain, service, or supervise such actions?
Standards are typically developed initially by a committee of experts, subject to public review, subject to periodic review, most aligned with which guidelines?
Following the death of an ACO QM, what happens to the license after 120 days?
How many members are on the disciplinary review committee in total?
What special UL standards are added for alarms that are monitored by internet only?
Common alarm keypad installation height?
What is the minimum age to apply for an alarm company operator license?
What is the primary functional purpose of ferrite rings or beads in electrical systems?
In which type of system are you far more likely to need ferrite rings or beads to reduce RF interference?
Under subcontracting rules in alarm service work, which statement is true?
Which contract is cancellable within seven business days after signing?
BSIS registrations are issued by which agency?
Which statement about subcontractor licensing is correct?
Under annunciation rules, can a floor exceeding 20,000 sq ft be treated as a single zone?
Which of the following best describes the records that may be examined during audits of an alarm company?
Which action constitutes a misdemeanor when not licensed?
What is the minimum age to obtain an ACO license?
Jacket fire-retardant materials for plenum cables are typically made of which materials?
Are amendments to the original alarm agreement allowed to be oral?
About the RJ31X jack, which statement is true?
What is the primary purpose of a safety boundary in electrical work?
Which initiating device type is addressable?
Which characteristic would necessitate a permit for a confined space?
Is it permissible to install an alarm system phone dialer at a location that requires you to dial a 9 first to get an outside phone line?
Which type of business is least likely to be burglarized?
Why are press-fit switches in doors problematic in certain climates?
What is the minimum age to obtain a firearms permit?
Ground faults occur when electricity travels outside an intended path and tries to reach the ground by the shortest route. Which option states this correctly?
What information is included on an alarm company employee card?
Liquidated damages are defined as
Which statement about 22 AWG wiring is accurate for door/window circuits?
Which statement is true about alarm wiring in conduits?
Which option best describes an employee?
Can a BSIS Firearm Qualification carry permit be used to brandish a weapon in a threatening manner?
Can a copy machine cause a false alarm?
Which color band represents the tolerance in the 100 ohm resistor example?
How high off the floor must wiring be protected?
A problem using DSL Filter for a monitored alarm is typically associated with which issue?
Which description best matches the AHJ's role?
Per NFPA guidelines, what is the maximum entry/exit delay time recommended for an alarm system?
What is the most commonly used wire in alarm system wiring?
If lighting is extreme, which iris should be used?
What is the purpose of inspecting an alarm company's business records during an examination?
What is the range for the subsequent monetary penalty for knowingly installing a defective alarm system?
If a non-fire alarm initiating device is used, how must it be differentiated from standard fire alarm devices?
What does a diode do?
Can an employee of an ACO carry or use a firearm while waiting for his/her firearm qualification card to be issued if that employee has no previous criminal convictions?
Another Livescan requirement is that you must mail one of the completed forms. Which option describes this requirement?
Which form must be submitted to BSIS to renew an alarm company operator license?
A Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is typically comprised of what monitoring arrangement?
Which distance is specified for mounting visible notification appliances when ceiling height is low?
What is the maximum down payment an alarm company owner can charge before starting?
Are class B SLCs permitted to be T-tapped?
When a violation is cited, the written citation must describe the violation with reference to what?
A mesh network combines the technologies of multiple manufacturers so that the chance of signal transmission success is increased.
Which statement best describes a Residential Sales Agreement?
When should an application for renewal of an FQ Card be submitted?
In cabling terminology, what does the letter P denote?
Beanie connectors with gel-filled wire; oxidation can cause false alarms.
What best describes an employer-employee relationship?
How can a customer cancel and when does the 3-day waiting period countdown begin?
Which gauge wire should be used to ground a burglar alarm panel?
If an alarm system has many problems, what should the technician do?
Are all agreements for alarm work, leases, labor, materials, and monitoring required to be in writing?
AHJ stands for Authority Having Jurisdiction. What is their role?
What does VOM stand for?
Which documentation must be kept regarding employees’ training?
An ACO fails to renew on time. What happens?
What does the most commonly used diode look like?
If the renewal fee is $100, what is the delinquency fee?
The provisions allow local authorities to require alarm operators to obtain licenses or permits. This demonstrates what about local power?
All ACO businesses and branch offices must be under the active charge of who?
CID is faster than SIA because it sends what?
Why is a hallway a good location for a motion detector?
When must payroll deductions begin for employees?
Which motion detector works best to catch intruders who walk toward it?
What is a key benefit of addressable fire alarm systems?
When renewing an alarm company operator license, which form must be submitted to the BSIS?
If voltage doubles and resistance remains constant, what happens to current?
National Standards usually define which of the following?
When does a firearm qualification card expire?
Which statement is NOT true about private arrests under Penal Code 837?
If a firearm permit is denied due to a felony conviction, is there a right to appeal?
What does P equal?
Add-on devices to a wireless security system cannot be supervised by their nature. Which of the following is true?
Which statement about riser cables is true?
DACT for central station fire service must be installed with at least two separate means of transmission at the protected premises. This statement is:
What is the first step in a risk analysis?
Can cities or counties enact false alarm penalty ordinances?
Plenum cable insulation is typically made of what material, making it more expensive?
Which gap category is described as standard, wide, and super wide for depth of field?
What capability does BW-1 authorize for VOIP-enabled monitored alarm systems?
What is the first offense fine if an ACO is found carrying a firearm without a current firearm qualification card?
How must cancellation notice for the 3-day waiting period be delivered?
Do any California jurisdictions require CP-01 standard for new installations and/or as a remedy for chronic abusers?
Which arrangement would produce louder output when wiring two sirens—parallel or series?
Which statement about expiration and renewal of an ACO license is true?
Which device is primarily responsible for processing alarm signals and triggering alarms across a building?
Which unit is used for spacing measurements of smoke detectors on ceilings in these guidelines?
Conduit capacity: using two cables, what is the permitted conduit fill percentage?
The aux output on an alarm control panel is used to?
Local authorities may by ordinance require alarm company operators to obtain which of the following?
What is the maximum travel distance for additional manual fire alarm boxes?
Which of the following is part of post-installation client documentation?
Which statement best describes the effect of connecting two identical batteries in parallel?
Where is the best location to install a magnetic contact on a perimeter door?
Can you choose a company name for your ACO business that is similar to a government agency?
What is an annunciator used for?
What best defines a solid conductor?
Which device is a conventional-addressable detector?
Which statement about the employer definition is true?
What is a Class B circuit?
If you were convicted of a crime and later the conviction was expunged, must you tell BSIS?
Which component allows a control panel to supervise field wiring for open or short circuit conditions?
If a problem occurs with a client's alarm system and you don't inform the client, can you be fined?
Between the telephone MPOE and the RJ31X what should be used?
In a fire alarm system, what does 'coding' refer to?
What is the primary purpose of the alarm instruction manual provided after installation?
Foil tape is always installed in which location?
In a mercantile burglar alarm system, which external device is attached outside the building?
Who should turn off power under lockout/tagout procedures?
In the event of the death of a licensed alarm company person, who may continue the business under the same licenses and for how long?
What is CAL/OSHA?
If an applicant's criminal history contains arrest information for which there appears no disposition, the chief shall issue a notice to the applicant allowing the applicant how many days for the applicant to provide documentation concerning the disposition of the arrest or arrests?
Sticking pledger switches are typically caused by which of the following?
Manual fire alarm boxes shall be what color?
Which gauge is sometimes used for devices requiring two wires, as an alternative to 22/4?
Ladder duty rating is defined as the maximum safe load capacity, and you must keep your weight plus tools below it. True or False?
What is a bonded wire connection?
Common heat detector spacing?
Whose authority determines the frequency of testing alarm systems?
An initiating device circuit is described as style A, B, C, D, or E depending on what?
A fire alarm can initiate from which devices?
Which of the following is a requirement for the branch manager of the BSIS-licensed branch office?
Infrared motion detectors are especially effective for detecting intruders moving where?
If panel requirements are 40 amps, which transformer should be used?
In the described wire-short testing method, what does an OL (open loop) reading indicate?
Which device is a conventional detector?
If a fire alarm or automatic sprinkler system is out of service for 4 hours within a 24-hour period, what action is required?
In later versions of SIA formats, what additional data may be included beyond zone and 20-digit event code?
Two 12-volt, 7-amp batteries connected in parallel provide what voltage and amp-hour rating?
What is CIC Circuit Integrity Cable used for?
For workers on a scissor lift, what is required for fall protection?
Which factor can cause a false alarm on a motion sensor?
In alarm wiring, which conductor type is most common unless codes require solid?
Which background clearance is required for alarm company agent eligibility?
Which is essential when using a drill for installing alarm components?
Which describes an alarm digital communicator?
If a partner on an ACO license dies or breaks away from the ACO partnership, and the other partner notifies BSIS within 30 days, for how long will that ACO license remain in force before it is cancelled?
Which statement describes the renewal window after an alarm agent's registration has expired?
What components are found in a dry-type transformer?
Which tool should be used to crimp solderless crimp connectors?
Double time pay is required in which scenario?
If an alarm client cancels an alarm installation within the permitted time, by when must the client's deposit be refunded?
Which item is never found in an employee's personnel file?
Which term describes the data format used between a control panel and a central receiver?
For a power drill, which safety item is more important to use?
Alarm Company Operator is best defined as which of the following?
At an alarm company branch office, how much time must the designated manager spend conducting business there?
Which standard ensures audible public warning signals are clearly heard?
What type of jacket is on plenum cables?
Mesh networks are only approved for burglary alarm signals and not approved by NFPA 72 for transmitting commercial fire alarms.
Which room improvement does not adversely affect the use of an audio discriminator?
In equipment approvals, 'Listed' refers to equipment included on a published list; 'Labeled' refers to what?
Within what time frame must an employer issue a workers' compensation form after an injury resulting in time away from work?
What is the maximum distance for a manual pull station to be from a second pull station?
Upon arriving at an alarm scene, how must you be identifiable?
Which items can cause a false alarm on a motion sensor?
What is the maximum distance a strobe should be from the end of a corridor or hallway?
In the CCTV Lens - Iris entry, what determines how much light enters the camera?
In case of death or disassociation of an ACO license with partnership, which of the following statements is correct?
Plenum cables in the United States typically come in which wire sizes?
Which of the following best describes work Codes in the context of alarm and safety systems?
What is the title of the head of the bureau of security and investigative services?
Under what condition may the Director automatically suspend a license, registration, or firearm qualification card?
Which statement best describes testing requirements for plenum cables under NEC standards?
Which component terminates protective loops and enables supervision of field wiring?
Can an unlicensed alarm company file a court action against his/her customer for non-payment of alarm work?
If an ACO hires a new alarm agent, how soon must they be registered?
Why is the base period important in unemployment benefits?
International standards are used primarily to enhance trade, giving us a common language and establish equivalent measurements. Which statement best reflects this purpose?
What is a bill tray alarm used for in money-handling locations?
ACE training requirements specify how many hours and what topics must be covered?
Plenum-rated cables are designed for plenum spaces because they have a very low fire load and produce less toxic smoke.
Can the alarm experience be volunteer or must it be paid?
In 22/4 stranded wire, how many conductors are provided and what are their general color assignments?
Which statement best reflects the typical use of stranded versus solid wire in alarms?
What is 3rd party alarm monitoring?
Which factors can lead to a greater depth of field in photography?
Who is allowed to cross the limited approach boundary?
Can amendments to the original agreement be oral?
Two 12V 7Ah batteries connected in parallel yield what total voltage and capacity?
Which of the following best describes the penalty schedule for willful disregard of building safety or labor laws?
Is failing to inform a client about a problem with their alarm system punishable by fines?
Who is the only person other than the person named on the license who can operate using that license's BSIS business name and number?
If BSIS determines that an applicant's arrest record shows he/she has past arrest ending with No Dispo (No Disposition means it doesn't say if found guilty or not) what will be required to do before licensing?
Are you allowed to work with a temporary Card while your application is pending, provided you have not been convicted of a crime?
Is securing cable to a wall without conduit allowed?
Can an employee waive a break?
When must you pay your employee if he/she quits with no warning?
Which detector transmits the alarm by code rather than by altering circuit current?
Mercantile burglar alarm systems may include remote signaling equipment to signal a receiver at which location?
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in California?
Home solicitation contracts or offers for the purchase of a Personal Emergency Response Unit may be canceled until when after signing?
What best defines an alarm system?
What fraction of the detector spacing determines the maximum allowed distance from a point on the ceiling to the nearest detector?
Which gauge is commonly used as the default for multi-conductor cables due to strength?
In the material, which type of cameras has replaced traditional tube cameras?
The branch manager must spend on average what percentage of usual business hours at the branch?
In California, where should a standard break fall within a 4-hour shift, and what is owed if the employer forces the break?
What is an analog-addressable detector?
If an ACO licensee receives a court judgement against him/her for more than $500 for any act done within the course and scope of his/her employment that may violate the alarm company act, when must he/she deliver a copy of it to BSIS?
Which statement about standards in alarm work is most accurate?
To sell PERS, is an ACO license required?
CID field lengths are composed of:
What method is described for tracing a wire short downstream from the main alarm panel?
Who developed CID?
Battery load test notes indicate what acceptable score and replacement interval?
What does ACO stand for in the California alarm licensing context?
Which agency issues licenses for alarm company operators in California?
What is the oldest format used for alarm transmission?
What is the registration fee for alarm company agent eligibility?
When can a Alarm Company Operator (ACO) use deadly force?
The record of completion is the responsibility of which person described in NFPS 72 4.3.3?
Where should the Qualified Manager's certificate be displayed?
To connect two 12-volt batteries to produce about 24 volts, how should they be connected?
Which statement describes the license requirement for branch offices in relation to the primary BSIS-listed location?
Which form must be submitted to BSIS to renew an alarm company operator license?
What does series wiring do?
What minimum backup battery capacity duration is required to sound the fire alarms?
Which transformer size is indicated for a 24-amp panel requirement?
What must you provide to an employee upon request regarding personnel records?
Which statement best defines an annunciation zone in a multi-floor building?
Which statement correctly defines depth of field as used in imaging?
From the date of initial application for registration, how many days may a new branch office be managed?
The 2-inch separation rule does not apply to which type of cable?
Four 100-ohm resistors connected in parallel produce what total load?
What best describes an alarm shunt?
A manual pull station should be within how many feet of an exit door?
Fiberglass ladders provide electrical insulation only when they are clean and dry and are effective up to what voltage?
What role does the Advisory Board play in licensing decisions?
If you are not the QM and you lose your QM, for how long can you keep running the business before automatic suspension?
Which statement correctly describes from where a fire alarm can initiate?
Microwave sensors detect movement by emitting microwave energy and bouncing it off objects, then measuring the frequency of returned waves.
Is an ACO required to keep a log of all guns used by employees?
What is the consequence of misrepresenting licensure in this context?
Can an employee waive a 10 minute break?
Fire protective signaling circuits at terminal and junction locations should be identified in a way that prevents what during testing and servicing?
Which standard provides the most comprehensive installation standards for security systems?
If ACO licensee does not respond to BSIS request within the required time, what is the fine?
Under California law, sick leave accrual rate equals what?
What standard is used for mercantile burglar alarm service?
Who appoints the BSIS Chief?
Wireless systems on commercial burglary and fire alarm systems may be used if...
Where is a bill tray alarm typically used?
RMC conduit refers to which of the following?
What is required from the homeowner to cancel a home alarm contract signed at home?
Which formats are used in US monitoring stations?
Which component is primarily responsible for processing alarm signals and issuing control commands in a building fire alarm system?
T-Taps used in fire alarm systems are used in which configuration?
When a central changes a contract, within how many days must you notify the customer before changes take effect?
What is the effect of a larger lens diameter on camera performance?
Which statement about CP-01 standards is true?
Which term describes an internet connection used to share information, operating system, or computing only within an organization?
If there are a lot of windows what wire might be used?
In the oldest alarm transmission format, how many pulses are used to represent the numeral 9?
What are the voltage ratings for CL2 and CL3 cables?
What is the minimum distance between low-voltage alarm wiring and other 110/220 VAC wiring to avoid induced voltages and electrical noise?
Wireless devices may be used only indoors.
What type of security planning is installing cameras before theft occurs?
Where must records for off-premises monitoring be kept?
The branch license must be issued by which agency?
Must a contract include exact begin work dates and completion dates?
What identifying information must the ACO license include on all contracts?
Which statement correctly describes the scheduling requirement in contracts?
Which statement best describes an open circuit?
Which device should be located in the same locked room as the alarm panel?
For a 1000-foot run of wire to a remote bell or siren, what wire gauge is required?
Under the State Civil Service Act, who may the director appoint and fix compensation for?
Which topic is explicitly included in ACE training requirements?
Who appoints the Chief of the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services?
Which items are considered protective measures against electrical shock?
End of Line (EOL) resistor used for what?
How long after leaving can an ex-employee sue an employer?
Who appoints the alarm company disciplinary review committee?
If a person has a criminal conviction, can they be issued a temporary firearm registration and be assigned work?
What is a reliable method to splice alarm wire?
Which agency administers licensing for alarm operators in California, and is referenced in this regulatory framework?
Which motion detector works best to catch intruders who are walking across its field?
Which statement best describes the purpose of International Standards?
Under contract terms, what occurs if substantial commencement is delayed beyond the specified window?
A verified alarm system is:
Which of the following describes acceptable grounding methods for an alarm panel?
EMT conduit stands for Electrical Metallic Tubing. Which statement best describes its typical material and use?
In signaling formats, CID stands for which term?
Which statement is true about the most common fire sprinkler system type?
Who must obtain the alarm permit before an alarm system is operated?
Which option best describes 'Labeled' in equipment compliance?
A fire alarm pull station must be within how many feet of the exit door?
Is checking a system’s connection with an alarm monitoring service always required when completing an alarm system installation?
What is the purpose of End of Line resistors (EOLR) in a control circuit?
When a new alarm client cancels within the permitted time frame, the deposit must be refunded within how many days?
Which factor contributes to contract disputes?
W-4 is the Employee's withholding allowance certificate.
What is the primary thing to check for before using a California-based alarm monitoring center?
What is the minimum size for multi-conductor fire related cable?
In a fire alarm system, which describes the primary difference between conventional and addressable networks?
If an ACO licensee desires to operate an alarm company business at the location other than the principal place of business as shown on the ACO license, what is required?
What should be on your employees paycheck stub?
What must accompany cessation notification to avoid automatic suspension of the ACO license?
What is the primary function of a Signaling Line Circuit in alarm systems?
What gauge wire should be used to ground a burglar alarm panel?
In unemployment benefits, what does the base period refer to?
Which statement describes the scope of the ACO Disciplinary Review Committee's duties?
What statement is required to be included in alarm contracts?
Why was SIA developed?
International Standards primarily serve to:
Which of the following is listed as an occupancy classification?
Which term refers to a digital alarm communicator in alarm systems?
Which component is essential to a dry-type transformer?
How many completed Live Scan forms must an ACO applicant mail in with the ACO application?
Which agency is authorized to fine an employer for not having workers' compensation insurance?
Which sensors are considered volumetric burglar alarm sensors?
Which statement about Class B SLC are true?
Personal Emergency Response systems are best described as
During advertising violations, after the initial warning, what is the penalty per violation?
What is the industry standard for most fire alarm cable?
Listen-in monitoring relies on which component to hear inside the premises when a sensor is tripped?
What percent of usual business hours must the designated branch office manager spend at the registered branch location under the active management of the qualified manager?
Are transformer internal fuses replaceable?
If an ACO wants to carry tear gas or any other non-lethal chemical agent in the course of his/her employment, what training class must the ACO first complete?
An application for a firearm card (FQ) is considered abandoned if which occurs?
In the United States how is the thickness of wire named?
Which statement correctly defines a short circuit?
Lockout codes refer to which situation?
When can an ACO say that an alarm system is insurance approved, police approved, or approved by the department of defense?
Why do most installers use 18 gauge or better wire for power transformers and sirens?
Which statement about contract signatures is true?
What does FPL stand for in alarm wiring terminology?
A DMV check on a prospective employee not for a driving position can be used to determine which of the following?
Plenum rated cables are defined as cables routed through which space?
Lying on a BSIS license application can carry which penalty?
What does parallel wiring increase?
Listen-in alarm monitoring relies on which mechanism?
Do standards apply only to fire alarms, or do they apply more broadly?
If you have an employee but no workers' comp, that is a misdemeanor crime and you can be arrested and lose your license.
When can an ACO conduct an investigation?
If the phone line goes dead how can the alarm contact the central station?
What is the first-time monetary penalty for violating the approved-by rules?
Under the State Civil Service Act, which personnel are explicitly mentioned as appointment targets for the director?
A diode in an electrical circuit has which essential property?
If a firearm qualification expires, can it be renewed?
Which statement defines a fire alarm control unit?
What describes a remote station signaling system?
Which statement about CL2P and CL3P cables is true?
Which statement about using DSL with alarm systems is correct?
Under common law, when is a liquidated damages clause typically unenforceable?
If panel requirements are 24 amps, which transformer should be used?
In California, is CP-01 standard required for new installations in any jurisdiction?
Which statement describes NFPA 70E's arc flash boundary for low voltage?
What is the maximum coverage area for a single fire-protection zone?
In an addressable system, what ensures each device is uniquely identified?
According to UL, a man-sized opening is defined as greater than which area and the smaller dimension greater than which length?
When locating a wire short as described, what is the initial test setup?
What happens if no notification within 30 days after death or disassociation in a partnership license?
Which labeling method is preferred by some inspectors for labeling batteries?
Under NBFAA minimum standards, if a device provides a grounding terminal, what is required?
Which cable designation refers to cables suitable for plenums?
Which item would be included in an initial residential sales and lease agreement costing more than $250?
As of 2024, how many paid sick days can California employees accrue, and after how many days may they be used?
Alarm company ladders should be made of what material and have what feature?
Last step of completing an alarm repair?
Which term describes monitoring performed by the installing company for its own protected premises or that performs those functions for properties off premises?
A registration not renewed within how many days following its expiration may not be renewed thereafter?
If an agents registration expires, how long can it be renewed?
Can you sue in court to collect compensation for an ACO act if you were not continuously licensed during the work?
Which gauge would be used for two-wire devices when required by installation, as indicated in typical practice?
Where can you ground an alarm panel?
A Residential Sales Agreement is a contract between which parties?
When does the 3 day waiting period not apply?
Who shall gather evidence of violations by unlicensed persons who engage in a business that requires a license?
Which of the following is an occupancy classification?
What is another name for a reed switch?
What type of alarm might a safe or vault have that is not used in most other burglar alarm installations?
Is verifying connection with the central always a part of finishing an alarm installation?
What is the maximum mounting height for the topmost operable button on an ADA-compliant alarm keypad (from floor to button)?
If a salesperson signs an alarm contract with a homeowner during a visit, how many days does the homeowner have to cancel?
After activation of an initiating device, within how many seconds must the alarm, fire safety functions, and notifications actuate?
Can a weak battery cause a false alarm?
In alarm installation, what is a home-run installation?
Which statement correctly describes the required height to protect wiring?
Which statement correctly describes plenum cables relative to riser cables?
Which statement about I-9 employment eligibility forms is true?
If an applicant lies on his/her ACO license application, is that a misdemeanor or a felon?
Which NEC article is related to Fire Life Safety?
Which standard number is associated with the Life Safety Code published by NFPA?
In case of death or disassociation of a partnership, which action must the licensee take?
If an alarm agent does not carry his/her registration while working, what is the possible fine?
What is a primary reason for standardization in alarm work?
Which statement best defines an alarm agent?
Which action best describes standard verification in a monitored system?
What is the recommended transformer sizing guideline for an alarm panel and connected devices?
Regarding a change of address for an ACO, which statement is correct?
If cessation plan for QA or branch leaves and 90 day or additional period is approved by the director what happens at the end of that approved period
Twisted pair wiring is primarily used in electrical circuits to accomplish what?
Conventional fire alarms have a drawback where:
Which are the three types of notification appliances used in fire alarm systems?
What is the role of the control panel in central communication protocols?
Which expression correctly represents Ohm's Law relating voltage, current, and resistance?
Which ladder characteristic is recommended for alarm technicians?
Which statement best describes NFPA 72 coverage?
Under California labor rules, when can you waive the 30-minute meal period?
Man sized opening according to UL is defined as which of the following?
After measuring the lowered voltage with a meter, what does the meter apply to calculate the actual voltage?
Ceiling smoke detectors should be placed at least how many feet from the wall?
A device that stores energy in an electrical field is called what?
Which frequency is not used for wireless security systems?
In the context of business names, the term FBN stands for what?
What describes alarm cross zoning?
In cross zoning, when is the cross zoning timer started?
What is the punishment for not having workers' compensation insurance?
When lighting is good and doesn't change, which iris type is best?
If an applicant does not receive a passing score when attempting the ACO license, what can they do?
Can sprinkler turn-off control values be adjusted?
A safety measure that permits authorized personnel to identify themselves before emergency responders are notified is called:
What are the three types of initiating device types?
Which description is required to be included in alarm installation contracts?
Which of the following statements aligns with the Safety Standards reference in alarm system practice?
Alarm Company Operator Investigations may conduct investigations only under which circumstances?
What does focal length determine in a camera system?
How should the term "shall" be interpreted in requirements?
If you work more than 10 but no more than 12 hours, which meal break can be waived?
What is the recommended distance range for wall-mounted smoke detectors from the ceiling?
What is the primary purpose of an end of line resistor (EOLR)?
Who can call OSHA to report unsafe conditions on a job?
Under subcontracting rules, what must a subcontractor have?
Who appoints the ACO Disciplinary Review Committee, and what is its composition?
To obtain 24 volts DC, how should two 12-volt batteries be connected?
If a system uses 22/4 stranded wire for powering devices, how many conductors are used for power versus circuit paths?
With the ACO application, how many completed live scan forms are required?
How are surveillance cameras described in terms of their optics?
Which statement best represents risk transfer via an insurance policy?
What is the maximum height above floor level for the operable part of a manual fire alarm box?
What is a demarc?
Mercantile Burglar Alarm Service (UL) refers to protective circuits and devices of mercantile premises connected to what type of alarm device?
What is the required distance between a smoke detector and the centerline of an elevator opening?
Which agency must be notified within 8 hours after an incident?
What does SLC stand for in alarm systems?
NFPA 70E does not cover which hazards?
Which statement accurately describes Branch Office Manager role?
Which statement best describes substantial commencement of work?
How close can a wall-mounted smoke detector be to the ceiling?
Is a BSIS firearm qualification card the same as a CCW permit?
OS&Y stands for Outside Screw & Yoke, which means what about valve operation?
What is the primary purpose of an intranet?
Under NBFAA minimum standards, alarm wiring shall be run in separate conduit from what lines?
What does the term 'fire load' refer to in cable ratings?
The notice of disciplinary decision to the appellant must be sent by what method?
Two sirens wired in parallel are louder than when wired in series. Which wiring arrangement is louder?
Mounting height of a visual notification appliance is measured from which part of the appliance?
If you operate your alarm company operator business under more than one fictitious trade name, what is required?
What condition can weaken the magnets in magnetic switches?
Which standard defines the limited approach boundary?
What is a key limitation of analog non-addressable devices?
Manual fire alarm boxes shall be mounted on both sides of grouped openings over how wide?
Are all burglar alarm control panels capable of supervised wireless signaling?
The language used by a control panel to 'talk' to the receiver is called what?
Which type of wire is typically used from the transformer to the alarm panel?
For running 1000' of wire to an alarm device such as a siren, which wire gauge should you use or better?
If ceiling height prevents mounting at 80 inches, visible notification appliances must be mounted within how many inches of the ceiling?
Fire alarm pull stations must be located within how many feet from the exit door?
After the ACO disciplinary review committee review, how many days must the appellant be notified by regular mail?
Which statement describes the CE-compliant placement of ferrite beads?
What sizes are plenum cable?
Which standard is referenced for sprinkler zoning in the material?
If an alarm agent's registration expires, for how long can it be renewed?
After death or disassociation, if notice is provided within 30 days, for how long will the license remain active before auto cancellation?
Which lighting is known to have a yellow hue?
When must you provide your injured employee with a workers compensation claim form?
What minimum backup battery capacity must a fire alarm system have to monitor the premises?
A mercantile alarm system might be used for which scenario?
Safety Standards for life safety are written with which organizations in mind?
Which statement best describes the difference between an open circuit and a short circuit?
Which type of standards are used to enhance trade by providing a common language and equivalent measurements?
Which forms must be provided to an injured employee following a work-related injury?
What is the initial step to obtaining a firearm permit for an ACO?
Which pairing correctly matches motion detector types to movement orientation?
Which statement correctly reflects the general trend in wire choices for alarm installations?
Which percentage best describes the recommended maximum load on an alarm system's resources?
If an ACO violated any of the approved-by rules what might the monetary punishment be?
What must the loudness of audible public warning signals be?
The fire alarm system's back-up battery capacity must be able to monitor the premises for at least how many hours?
To request a hearing after a disciplinary decision, what must the appellant do?
What is the primary purpose of ferrite beads in alarm system wiring?
How is a panic button most usually wired?
What is the fine if an ACO licensee fails to maintain an accurate record of all firearms used by licensees and employees while on duty?
If you are diagnosing a false alarm that was not caused by user error, what is the recommended procedure?
Which statement best defines a short circuit?
Which statement is true about SIA formats such as SIA 8, SIA20, SIA2000?
Which statement accurately describes CP-01 applicability?
Which statement best describes the historical signaling format used in older alarm systems?
Two types of listen-in are?
What is the maximum load that should be placed on an alarm system's resources?
What is the most basic way of securing a site?
For how long are you required to keep employee records?
What qualifies as an ACO branch office?
RFI stands for what in alarm system context?
NFPA 101 life safety code identifies minimum criteria for the design of what?
Which best describes a personal emergency response system?
Under ADA, keypad mounting applies at a location. The distance from floor to the most operable button must be no more than how many inches?
In a monostatic sensor, where are the transmitter/emitter and receiver located?
What is the primary purpose of standardized formats like SIA8, SIA20, and SIA2000?
FSK is associated with which standard in alarm signaling?
What is a notable advantage of stranded wire in alarm installations?
If more than ____ visible notification appliances will exist in any field of view, they must flash in synchronization
A residential sales agreement is defined as an agreement between which parties?
Which of the following best describes the licensing requirement for operating a central station alarm monitoring service?
A coded alarm signal consists of how many complete rounds of the number transmitted?
If panel requirements are 32 amps, which transformer should be used?
The service loop is included to provide:
Which pulse speeds are listed besides the slowest 10 pps?
What happens when a QM ceases to be actively in charge of the business?
In smooth ceilings, what is the maximum allowed spacing between smoke detectors?
What is the employer's obligation when meal and rest period waivers occur?
Can an employee waive a 30 minute break?
What does the primary function of the OS&Y valve design relate to?
What governs wiring used for fire alarms?
What persons working for your BSIS licensed company are not always covered by workers compensation insurance?
What does BSIS say about abandoning an alarm installation job?
What is the maximum grace period to renew an alarm agent's registration after expiration?
Double time pay is required in which scenario?
If an ACO license conducts business from any location other than the location for which the license or a branch office license was issued, what is the fine?
Two batteries in series yields which specification?
If the spacing between detectors is 9.1 m (30 ft), the maximum distance any ceiling point can be from a detector is approximately how many feet?
Which of the following describes the duties of the ACO Disciplinary Review Committee?
The base period used to determine unemployment benefits is how long?
Labor law poster requirements include which topics?
Which statement about environmental zones is true?
What must every advertisement by a licensee soliciting or advertising a business contain?
Under the deadly weapon definition, which item is explicitly included?
Which organizations provide testing standards for plenum cable flammability and smoke density?
Which of the following could cause a PIR motion detector to give a false alarm?
What is a Class A circuit?
Which minimum distance should non-electrical workers stay from live overhead power lines when operating boom lifts?
Two batteries in parallel yields which specification?
If an alarm licensee fails to notify BSIS within 30 days of a change of residence or business address, what is the fine?
Stranded conductors are defined as which of the following?
How far should a portable ladder extend past the landing being used?
If an ACO knowingly installs a defective alarm system, what might the monetary punishment be?
If CAL/OSHA is not notified within the required timeframe, what civil penalty may be assessed?
Within how many days after the death of a licensee must the immediate family notify BSIS to continue business?
What gauge wire should be used to ground a burglar alarm panel?
What does I equal?
Under home-solicitation contracts, which cancellation windows apply to PERS and burglar alarm agreements?
To achieve 24 VDC from two 12 V batteries, which wiring method is used?
If spacing between detectors is 9.1 meters, what is the maximum distance (in meters) a point on the ceiling may be from the nearest detector?
RJ32X is best described as what?
Current is measured in what units?
Which statement reflects the cited delegation rule for the Director and Chief, regarding hearings?
In alarm installation contracts, which of the following describes the ongoing services after installation?
Which agency issues the Alarm Company Operator license (ACO) in California?
In a bistatic system, where are emitter and receiver located?
Under Not Advertisement guidelines, which item qualifies as identification printing?
For UL Certification, how often must a residential burglar alarm system be inspected by the alarm company?
Which of the following constitutes advertising by a licensee?
BSIS stands for which agency?
Which statement correctly defines Plain Old Telephone Service in the context of alarm systems?
If you have only one employee, must you have workers' comp insurance?
Archiving records can be done by any means as long as what is available when requested?
A fictitious business name statement is a document filed with the county clerk and published in a local newspaper. For what purpose is it typically described?
Under a BSIS firearms qualification permit, is drawing the firearm for self-defense allowed when needed?
If an ACO willfully or deliberately disregards any building safety laws, or labor laws, what is the fine?
Are manual pull stations for initiating other than fire alarm permitted?
Swinger shutdown is designed to prevent what?
In a typical alarm system, which element is hardest to troubleshoot?
When can a new alarm company agent begin working?
How should magnetic sensors be spaced to maintain effectiveness?
Which buildings must have a fire alarm designed to warn occupants?
What is the term length for an Alarm Company Operator license?
Open and ground fault conditions in installation conductors and their restoration must be indicated within how many seconds?
How are environmental zones configured?
AHJ stands for what in codes and standards?
What does E equal?
Which statement best describes the Advisory Board's influence on licensing rules?
Which formats are used most in US monitoring stations?
Form DE-34 is used to report what?
Where should an initiating device not be installed?
Which statement best defines a capacitor?
What is the maximum voltage drop allowed between a power source and an audible device?
Spot-type smoke detectors shall be located on the ceiling at least how far from the sidewall?
Who administers and enforces provisions of the alarm licensing chapter?
In case of death of an ACO licensee who is an individual, a member of the immediate family may continue the business under the same license for how long?
Which item is NOT a common cause of motion sensor false alarms?
Which license must the designated branch office manager hold?
Which item is NOT listed as a wireless transmitter in the material?
Public Operating Mode refers to what type of signaling?
Under what condition can a zone exceed the 20,000 sq ft or 300 ft requirement?
Keypads on damp walls?
What is the initial fine amount for failing to respond to a BSIS request within the required time?
Can an alarm agent who responds to alarms wear a uniform similar to uniforms worn by local regular law enforcement officers?
Which action is required when operating at a location other than the principal place of business?
What is the purpose of the RJ31X jack in alarm installations?
What is the fire alarm control unit?
Manual fire alarm boxes shall be located within how many inches of the exit doorway opening at each exit door?
Which statement describes the relationship between wavelength and frequency for electromagnetic waves?
What is the second step in troubleshooting a wireless transmitter?
If appellant disagrees with ACO disciplinary review committee what can they do?
Which statement best describes the delinquency fee for late alarm employee registrations?
In electromagnetic behavior, how does wavelength relate to frequency?
Regarding a ladder's duty rating, which statement is true?
What is a Restricted Approach Boundary?
Why do many alarms include a programmable shut-off time for activated bells and sirens?
What is a described method to ground the alarm panel box?
In a short circuit, which statement best describes what happens to the feed conductors?
Which statement best describes CID (Caller ID) in alarm communications?
Where should the Qualified Manager's certificate be displayed in relation to the license?
Which statement about licensing to sue for compensation is correct?
Which regulatory body must be notified when an ACO address changes?
Which of the following are types of magnetic contact sensors used in security installations?
Which class of circuit is not capable of transmitting an alarm beyond the location of a single open or non-simultaneous single ground fault?
According to the material, how are black and white cameras described in terms of lighting tolerance?
Which statement about CL2 and CL3 cables is true?
Under Penal Code 837, when may a private person arrest another?
Two cables conduit fill maximum?
What document would be helpful to have handy at a firing for cause?
Which statement best distinguishes Shall from Should?
Why is 18 AWG commonly specified for single conductors?
Who are the members of the disciplinary review committee?
If your employee is shot while working, which form must be filed with BSIS and within what timeframe?
What is the primary purpose of the RJ31X cord in alarm systems?
What license does a central station alarm monitoring company need?
What kind of wave does an oscilloscope produce?
What is a dry-type transformer?
A residential fire alarm must have how many power supplies?
Who may continue the business after the death of an individual licensee?
Which organization is responsible for administering alarm licensing provisions in the material?
Under what conditions does the 3 business day cancellation apply for PERS?
In some commercial fire alarm installations, what may be required by code?
To avoid false alarms, pet-immune sensors should not be aimed at which area?
NFPA 101 is best described as the standard for what?
Line of sight means the total distance you can see is the range of the wireless detector.
NFPA 70E covers hazards such as electric shock, arc-flash, and arc-blast. NFPA 70E does not cover which type of hazards?
Can cities or counties require alarm users to obtain a permit?
Which statement describes the relationship between CL2/CL3 and CL2P/CL3P cables?
Visual notification appliances primarily serve which group?
What is the fine if the ACO licensee fails to notify BSIS within the required time of a violent incident?
Under Penal Code 837, which scenario justifies private arrest?
Which standard is referenced for burglar-inaccessible openings?
Which item is NOT a dry-type transformer?
Which item is not listed as a potential cause for PIR false alarms?
Where should a motion detector be installed?
Can two people be on an ACO license as partners if one of them has no alarm experience?
What is the purpose of addressable fire alarms?
A notification appliance circuit is permitted to be designed as a style W, X, Y or Z depending on what?
NBFAA is best described as what type of organization?
For ladders up to 36 feet in length, how far must adjacent sections overlap?
What is the primary purpose of using video cameras in retail stores?
If you open a second BSIS location less than 1 mile from the first, do you need a branch office license for it?
Under Not Advertisement guidelines, which item qualifies as identification printing?
An ACO license application is considered abandoned if which occurs?
Mercantile burglar alarm systems protect which types of premises?
What is the purpose of a shock hazard analysis under NFPA 70E?
What happens at the end of the 120 day period after death if the bureau is not notified within 30 days?
Which pipe is used to ground an alarm panel?
Which lighting is known to have a blue hue?
Which medium can be considered advertisement under licensing rules?
Which of the following are wireless transmitters?
Within how many days must written notification to the bureau be made after death?
Anti-masking technology that is described as most reliable is which option?
What is the NFPA 70E four-step strategy for safe electrical work?
What must be included in an installation contract over $500?
In signaling formats, which statement correctly identifies the slowest and fastest formats?
Which standard addresses electrical safety in the workplace?
Which surface is described as best for mounting a photoelectric device?
Under California law, paid sick leave accrual up to how many days, and when can it be used?
Which statement correctly describes depth of view, including how depth affects focus?
Which statement about the employee definition in payroll terms is most accurate?
What must you carry on your person while on duty as an alarm professional?
After the death of the licensee, an heir may operate under the licensee's BSIS name and license number for up to 120 days provided what condition is met?
Which statement describes the typical use difference between bells and sirens in alarm systems?
Which agency is responsible for conducting inspections of alarm companies in California?
Knowingly falsifying fingerprints or photographs is what crime?
Which two functions are fire alarm control functions?
Which description best defines licensee in this regulatory framework?
How many days must you file the BSIS incident report after an incident?
What must an ACO prove before allowing an employee to carry a firearm?
In alarm cross zoning, what happens on the first zone violation?
Which two organizations establish national standards?
When evaluating rehabilitation for denial, suspension, or revocation of a license, which factors should be considered?
What is the RJ31X cord used for in alarm systems?
Labeling Batteries: which information must be included on the label?
What is the term length of an Alarm Company Operator license?
What does the ladder's duty rating indicate?
Which organization sets the standard for service loop length at copper wire terminations in alarm systems?
In a completion form, what must be answered?
AHJ stands for what in alarm terminology?
How must batteries be labeled?
What happens to an ACO license after cessation notification is filed if there is no active qualified manager?
If the tone generator method is not available, what is the slower method to locate a circuit path?
Which feature makes addressable devices more informative than analog devices?
Which statement is true about a DSL filter for alarms?
Since January 2012, employers must provide new hires with a form detailing certain information about the employer and the employee’s rate of pay. Which agency created the form to assist?
Where should the alarm panel be grounded?
In this licensing framework, who is a Registrant?
For a low-power wireless system, radio interference must initiate a trouble signal if interference lasts longer than how many seconds?
What is enhanced call verification in alarm monitoring?
Standard verification in a monitored alarm system is defined as what?
Which statement accurately describes the role of the Director of Consumer Affairs regarding BSIS?
How close must staples be placed to an outlet, switch, or junction box?
In the employment structure, how is an alarm agent related to an alarm company operator?
When working on a boom lift, you should stay at least how many feet away from power lines?
Under CP-01 delay guidelines, what are typical default entry and exit delay times?
Which statement best matches the phrase “anyone on the job” in the context of reporting unsafe conditions to OSHA?
Best practice for Beanie or B Crimp connectors?
What is most important for drill-bit safety?
What does R equal?
In an addressable system, what is the purpose of the tag on the panel?
Which section number governs fire alarm requirements for certain multifamily and hotel buildings?
In addition to the ACO's license number, what information must be included in every alarm company operator's installation agreement?
Where should End of Line resistors be installed on the loop?
What is the required mounting height for wall-mounted fire alarm strobe lights for hearing impaired individuals above finished floor?
Which of the following is listed as a strange thing that can cause false alarms?
FSK is described as second most used signaling format under which standard?
Can an alarm tech applicant be required to take a polygraph exam before being hired?
Which statement about solid wire is supported by the material?
Who appoints the ACO Disciplinary Review Committee (by title) and what is the minimum required meeting frequency?
What does 'Accepted' mean in this context?
What must all alarm agreements include in writing?
If a new customer is using DSL, what might you tell customer?
In some installations, solid vs stranded conductor choice is not optional. Which statement is true?
Who may supervise a person employed by an alarm company to perform duties?
If after theft occurs there are camera installed, what type of security planning is that?
In alarm terms, what does Supervisory mean?
Which type of switch typically has a higher cycle life?
Swinger shut down can be triggered when a zone surpasses a threshold. Which option correctly identifies the threshold used by default?
What is a Myers hub used for?
Who may not have in his or her employment a person whose registration has expired, or been revoked, denied, suspended or canceled?
What should you do if you find a ladder is damaged?
Which item is included in the definition of a deadly weapon?
When must an alarm licensee notify BSIS of any change of residence or business address?
Residential sales agreement refers to an agreement between an alarm company operator and whom?
What are the three parts of the OSHA definition of a confined space?
Which wiring topology is described by running a separate wire from each alarm component back to the control panel?
Which forms are used to report payroll wages and withholding for employees of an alarm company?
If an ACO disagrees with a decision of the alarm company disciplinary review committee within what time must he/she request in writing a BSIS hearing
Which option correctly describes two types of transmitters and receivers used in alarm systems?
In the registered branch office, the designated branch office manager must work under the active management and supervision of whom?
Who has the duty to initiate and conduct investigations into alarm company operators not operating in accordance with provisions?
A Qualified Manager is defined as someone who is in active control of the license business and holds what?
When responding to an alarm or security situation, are you allowed to break minor traffic laws?
Plenum is defined as what?
What is the minimum number of years of alarm company work experience or the equivalent required to be eligible to apply for an ACO license?
Which statement best describes the allowed scope of investigations for incidental to personal injury or property matters under alarm company practice?
Within what timeframe must you notify BSIS of an ACO change of address?
Within what time frame must an ACO verify a new employee's BSIS registration?
To avoid automatic suspension after losing your QM, what must the licensee do within 30 days?
Can sunlight cause a PIR false alarm?
What is the maximum number of days allowed for a license to notify the bureau that the qualified manager has ceased to be actively in charge of the business?
Plenum cables must comply with which NEC article?
RJ32X is described as a complex series communication system used for which functions?
What should the loudness of audible public warnings be according to NFPA 72?
In central monitoring protocols, which signaling format is most used?
Which statement best describes the annunciator's primary function?
Who may request evidence of the Power To Arrest training completion records?
What is a key drill bit safety rule?
Wiring between battery and power supply must not exceed what voltage drop percentage according to NBFAA?
Class 2 and Class 3 circuits are regulated under which NEC section?
When can you terminate an employee?
Which wire gauge is most commonly sold for multi-conductor FPL cables?
What wire might be used if there are many windows to save costs?
Which scenario requires a branch office registration for each additional location?
What state agency licenses alarm company operators in California?
What is the initial extension period for a cessation plan approved by the director for QA or branch?
Which statement describes the requirement for alarm industry experience?
Which statement is NOT a requirement for unemployment benefits?
Which statement describes the use of 18/2 wiring in alarm installations?
RMC conduit materials include which of the following?
What is the proper way to test an alarm system's backup battery?
At what staffing level must sexual harassment training be issued?
What is the described purpose of CCTV in the material?
What does the R next to a heat detector symbol indicate?
Branch Office Manager definition
Which statement about 22/4 stranded wire is true?
Can quitting or stealing affect getting unemployment benefits?
In a standard resistor color code, which band combination represents 100 ohms?
What is the key difference between Non Power Limited Fire Alarm (NPLFA) and Power Limited Fire Alarm (PLFA) systems?
What component ensures continued operation of the alarm system during a power outage?
What does APL stand for in burglar alarm systems?
National Standards are usually defined by which organization?
A contract shall contain approximate dates when the work will begin and be substantially completed. This is an example of which contract clause?
What is the fine for a second offense if an ACO is found carrying a firearm without a current firearm qualification card?
How far should a portable ladder extend past the upper landing when in use?
What is the purpose of the I-9 form?
Intruder photoelectric units shall be mounted at what height?
Which bureau is described as being under the supervision of the director and handles security and investigative services within the Department of Consumer Affairs?
In a complete test of a monitored system, what is the recommended procedure?
What is the possible punishment for operating as an alarm company without an ACO license?
According to UL 681, an opening to be burglar inaccessible must be more than how many feet above the ground or the roof of the adjoining building?
What is the purpose of End of Line resistors (EOLR) in an alarm loop?
What are the common causes of false alarms?
If an ACO conducts business as an individual, partnership, or corporation within holding a valid ACO license issued to that same individual, partnership or corporation, what is the fine?
Which statement correctly describes how End of Line resistors help the panel differentiate faults?
Who may request a suspension review for an alarm licensee?
What must an ACO provide to the customer after completing an alarm install?
Are copper conductors exclusively required for fire alarm systems?
Which gauge is sometimes used for devices that require two wires, instead of 22/4?
What is required to apply for an alarm company operator license?
What is a key reason for an ACO to develop an evacuation plan for its office?
If only some components are UL listed, can the system be UL approved?
A DMV check may reveal that the driver's license has been suspended for how long?
If a business advertises or conducts alarm-related business from a location other than the primary listing for BSIS, what is required?
Antifreeze is used in fire sprinkler systems in spaces subject to freezing where the temperature cannot reliably be maintained at or above which temperature?
What is the maximum number of degrees of bends allowed in a conduit section between openings?
What information must appear in advertising by a licensee?
Which anti-masking technology is described as most reliable?
In this context, which department is referenced when discussing licensing and employer forms?
Which construction material will interfere with the transmission of wireless signals?
Under a certain policy, when does an employee begin earning double time?
Which statement describes the required method to connect wires to screw terminals?
Manual fire alarm boxes shall be installed in what manner?
In unemployment terms, what does it mean to be available for work?
If you have an employee but no workers' comp insurance, is that a crime?
During a power failure, a fire alarm backup battery must last at least how long?
In an elevator room a heat detector can be no further than how many feet from sprinkler head?
Which statement about waiving a 30-minute meal break is correct?
In terms of risk transfer, which statement correctly describes the mechanism?
No person performing any licensed service may sue for compensation in court without what?
If alarms are monitored by internet only, what extra hardware is needed?
A shunt is?
Where should a fire EOLR be installed?
Which agency licenses California alarm company operators?
Which entity is responsible for enforcing penalties for noncompliance with workers' compensation insurance requirements?
What is the minimum amount of liability insurance required for an alarm company in California?
What gauge wire should be used to ground a fire alarm panel?
Which statement below describes a characteristic of Wood's metal (Lipowitz alloy)?
What is the term length of an ACO license?
Must a subcontractor performing alarm work hold a professional BSIS license?
Which of the following best defines a 'violent act'?
A meter shows OL after a fuse blows. What does OL stand for?
Mirrors can interfere with wireless signals because of what property?
A security survey is best described as?
What should be given to an alarm client after the installation is completed?
What is 2nd party monitoring AKA Contract Monitoring?
If a court judgement is issued against an ACO licensee for more than $500, by what deadline must they deliver a copy to BSIS?
Under licensing rules, how long may a homeowner cancel a contract signed at home?
Arc Flash Boundary (AFB) definition?
The statement 'The higher the voltage of a battery in the transmitter, the longer the transmitter will function properly' is true or false?
How many completed live scan forms must an ACO applicant mail in with the application?
If the qualified manager ceases to be in charge, how many days does the license have to notify the bureau?
What maximum range can a bistatic system achieve?
Two benefits of CID?
Which of the following reflects the allowed scope of investigations by an Alarm Company Operator Investigations?
Which statement is true about an energized electrical work permit?
What training is required to carry tear gas?
What is another name for the reed switch?
In a burglar alarm system, what is the central station's role?
What is true about transformer internal fuses?
Which statement describes the required configuration for internet-monitored alarms regarding the connection between the internet module and router?
What is 1st party monitoring AKA proprietary monitoring?
Is it permissible for two people to hold an Alarm Company Operator license as partners if one partner has no alarm experience?
If four devices are wired in series in a single zone, what happens to the amperage?
Home-run wiring is also known as what?
What symbol is used for a detector?
What is the most commonly used method for alarm system to communicate to the Central Station?
What is the first offense fine for carrying tear gas or another non-lethal chemical agent without proof of completing the required course?
Which statement about solid wire being used in fire alarm cable is true?
Which statement accurately describes voice evacuation systems?
What is a residential sales agreement?
When can an ACO say that an alarm system is UL approved or listed?
9.1 meters is equivalent to how many feet?
How often should clients test their alarm systems?
Which of the following is NOT a stated benefit of following standards?
Panel security recommends placing the alarm panel in which location?
Disadvantages of stranded wire?
What must an alarm agent wear when responding to an alarm?
Within how many days must a licensee report a violent incident to the chief?
Which detector technology is most effective for intruders moving across a field?
Where must evidence of Power To Arrest training be maintained?
Rescue hooks are tools used to withdraw an injured worker from what kind of area?
If an ACO license is expired for three years, what is its renewal status?
What is a drawback of a conventional fire alarm control panel (FACP) system?
Which modification can help reduce false alarms on a burglar alarm system?
Which factors can cause a PIR false alarm?
On a sprinkler system, what cannot be adjusted?
Which statement is true when diagnosing a non-user-error false alarm?
Plenum cables are distinguished by jacket materials and must use what kind of plastics?
If you know there is a problem with a client's alarm system and you don't tell the client, can you be fined?
A DSL filter serves as what type of filter?
What is the oldest signaling format described as 4 x 2 relay information?
How long must complete unalterable records of tests and operations be kept?
The 3-business-day cancellation applies to a PERS unit under which condition?
Who is responsible to get an alarm permit?
If possible, which of these is the best place to locate the alarm panel?
What gauge wire should be used to ground a fire alarm panel?
Who supervises the designated branch office manager within the licensee's organization?
Which step should be taken to ensure the DSL filter is placed correctly?
A wireless alarm signal repeater is:
What spacing is permitted for smoke detectors on smooth ceilings, and how far must any point on the ceiling be from a detector?
In the oldest alarm transmission format, how many pulses correspond to the numeral 0?
Which of the following is a ground to deny a license related to past actions?
What disclosure must be included on all contracts?
What is the function of a pull station in a fire alarm system?
Which of the following describes a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)?
If the qualified manager ceases to be in active charge of the business, the licensee shall be automatically suspended within 30 days unless the licensee notifies the bureau within how many days of the cessation?
The visual notification appliance should be located within how many feet of the end of a corridor?
Under NBFAA minimum standards, wiring shall be in accordance with which standards and regulations?
The 4000 hours of paid alarm experience are required to qualify for which license?
Who designates the Branch Office Manager?
Why might the metal alarm panel box be grounded according to recommended practices?
What information is uniquely provided by addressable fire alarm units?
What distance from a vertical wall should the base of a portable ladder be when in use?
When must you pay time and half pay?
The designated branch office manager must spend what percentage of usual business hours conducting business at the registered branch office?
Installer Code which of the following is a common installer code used by alarm companies?
Operating an alarm company without an ACO license is what type of crime?
How often is the ACO Disciplinary Review Committee required to meet?
Where should the ACO license and current renewal certificate be displayed?
CID reporting using DTMP or Touch-tone was developed by which organization?
The required paid alarm experience for an ACO is how many hours?
Which statement about SIA and CID is correct?
What is the mounting height range for intruder photoelectric units?
A pip cap is best described as which of the following?
If an ACO licensee allows an employee to carry a firearm or other deadly weapon without first verifying that the employee has a valid and current firearm qualification card, what is the fine?
What does 22/2 indicate in alarm wiring?
If an ACO has a Firearm permit, what does that permit mean?
What does polarity describe in direct current (DC) circuits?
What is the maximum distance between visual notification appliances?
Which statement about ferrite rings or beads is true?
Where does a ground fault occur, in terms of grounding paths?
As of 2024, California allows up to how many paid sick leave days per year?
Ohm's law states that the current through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the potential difference across those points. Which option describes this relationship?
If an employee is allowed to respond to alarm systems without proof of the required training, what is the fine?
In an air duct area, which type of wire would you most likely encounter?
What is the most common type of fire-sprinkler system?
Which statement about central connection verification during installation is true?
NFPA 70E is the standard for what?
What must a mechanics lien include?
What factor can cause a splice to oxidize and create false alarms if not done correctly?
One of the two things you should know about Livescan submissions is to bring copies of the Livescan form. How many copies should you bring?
Which PPE should be prioritized when using a power drill?
What is the most common method to trace a circuit path?
In large areas, ceiling detectors should be spaced at about how many feet apart?
Visual notification appliances are primarily used to assist which group?
What is the main purpose of a transformer in electrical systems?
The salary of the BSIS Chief is fixed by which Government Code section?
The power to arrest training is approximately how long?
Which document is filed within 20 days after a new employee begins work?
Exterior bell/siren time-out durations vary by jurisdiction; common range is?
Which lighting is known to be a very bright white?
DWC-1 and NOPE are forms used for which purpose?
A service loop is defined as?
Which statement correctly describes an alarm shunt?
Within how many days must a customer receive a copy of the alarm contract?
Which detector would you use for extremely high ceilings or large open spaces, such as a warehouse?
EMT conduit is typically used in which setting?
Which statement best describes standards?
APL is an advanced monitoring feature offered by which service?
Which agency is responsible for alarm company licensing and disciplinary actions?
What is a branch office?
What is the maximum interval for securing wiring with staples along a wire run?
Which wire can save a few dollars if you have many windows?
In a conventional fire alarm system, what information is conveyed by the control panel?
What is the effect of the cross zoning attribute on a zone?
Antifreeze in sprinkler systems is used in spaces subject to freezing where the temperature cannot reliably be maintained at above which temperature?
Who shall at all times be responsible for ascertaining that his or her employees subject to registration are currently registered or have made proper application for registration?
Regarding riser and plenum cables, which statement is true regarding replacement?
When must you pay your employee if you fire him/her?
Who may require the use of solid wire in alarm installations?
Cross zoning means programming two or more wireless sensors with the same ID number. This statement is:
Which statement best describes masking?
Is a telephone answering service considered to be a branch office?
Where should a 10-minute break be scheduled during a 4-hour shift?
Two 12-volt, 7-amp batteries connected in series provide what voltage and amp-hour rating?
The 10-day deposit refund requirement may be extended if the contract states another time period.
What are the four rules governing a branch office license?
Which of the following is NOT typically a volumetric burglar alarm sensor?
The maximum down payment is the lesser of $1,000 and 10% of the contract price excluding finance charges.
Which statement about the difference in fire safety ratings between plenum and riser cables is true?
Which of the following is a correct pairing of lighting type and hue?
Mesh systems utilize a series of towers to receive and retransmit their signals.
Under what conditions can meal and rest period waivers occur?
Which statement about branch licensing for multiple locations is accurate?
A mechanics lien notice to owner is intended to describe which of the following?
Which of the following is a manual initiating device?
Which statement describes Listed in equipment approvals?
What is a plenum?
Which licensing requirement applies to alarm monitoring operations in California?
Which statement best describes the typical difference between standards and codes?
A form created by California Labor Standards Enforcement is intended to assist with what purpose?
What is a defining feature of addressable devices in a fire alarm system?
Risk transfer is best described as what?
For a portable ladder, how should the base distance from the vertical wall relate to the ladder's working length to ensure a proper angle?
A years experience is required to be at least how many hours?
If a portable ladder has a working length of 16 feet, how far should the base be from the wall for proper angle?
What is the required surety bond amount for an alarm company in California?
Two sirens wired in parallel compared to series will be louder.
Power is measured in what unit?
What is 4-step protection in intruder alarm systems?
Which organization originally developed a standardized format for alarm transmission and host automation communications?
The minimum years of alarm company work experience to obtain an ACO license is?
Falsifying photographs or fingerprints when applying for an ACO license is what type of crime?
If you are a one-man ACO with no employees and you are not carrying a firearm by law, what insurance are you required to have?
Which statement about conventional fire alarm control panels is true?
What is the maximum entry/exit delay time recommended to be used for an alarm?
Which statement best describes an employer?
What is the additional fine amount for each additional 30-day period after the initial 30 days?
Single cable conduit fill maximum?
A megger is used to test what property?
When can an employee receive unemployment insurance benefits?
In the example, what ratio is used to convert 4160 V to 416 V with a potential transformer?
Which quantity is defined as the difference in electrical potential between two points in a circuit?
Within how many days must an ACO licensee respond to a BSIS request for copies of files or records and their information?
Where are ferrite beads commonly placed in an alarm system?
Which are the shock approach boundaries?
Which wiring configuration causes each device to connect directly to a central point?
What is the most commonly used wire for powering burglar alarm peripherals?
For how many years is an ACO licensee required to maintain a file or record containing employee information, including termination date?
What is the minimum age to be eligible for alarm company agent?
Where should the Paid Sick Leave poster be displayed?
A wireless alarm signal repeater extends range by:
Under NBFAA standards, how should splices be prepared?
Which statement best describes Wood's metal (Lipowitz alloy) used as a fusible link in sprinkler heads?
According to NBFAA minimum standards, how shall electrical splices be made?
Within how many days after a violent incident must the ACO licensee or manager deliver a detailed report to BSIS?
What is the slowest pulse speed listed for alarm transmission?
Which statement about the use of the built-in microphone in alarm systems is accurate?
Which alloy is Wood's metal (Lipowitz alloy) used as a fusible link in some fire sprinkler heads?
If you hold firearm qualification for a large caliber such as .44 Magnum, are you automatically allowed to carry calibers smaller than it?

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