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Texas Fire Alarm Technician License (FAL)

Prepare for both Texas FAL exams (TFM-11 Statutes & Rules + TFM-12 Technical) with state-specific practice questions covering TIC 6002, TAC Title 28, and NFPA 72.

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About the Texas Fire Alarm Technician License (FAL)

Granted by Texas Department of Insurance — State Fire Marshal's Office

The FAL license authorizes work on fire alarm systems in Texas. Required for anyone installing, servicing, planning, or certifying fire alarm systems under Texas Insurance Code Ch. 6002 and TAC Title 28.

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120 minutes per exam
Time limit
70%
Passing score
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Texas FAL exam coverage

Two PSI exams must be passed: TFM-11 (Statutes & Rules) and TFM-12 (Technical). Our prep pool will cover both.

  • ✓TFM-11 Statutes & Rules — Texas Insurance Code Ch. 6002
  • ✓TFM-11 Statutes & Rules — Texas Administrative Code Title 28
  • ✓TFM-12 Technical — NFPA 72 Fire Alarm Code
  • ✓TFM-12 Technical — NEC Article 760 (Fire Alarm Circuits)
  • ✓Plans, specifications, and submittal review
  • ✓Inspection, testing, and maintenance per NFPA 72 Ch. 14

Scheduling & Fees

Where to take it

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PSI Services LLC (exam admin) / TDI-SFMO (licensing)
Website
https://candidate.psiexams.com/
Retake policy
Retake permitted after a failed attempt; pay exam fee again.

Fees

TFM-11 exam (Statutes & Rules)
$65
TFM-12 exam (Technical)
$65
Initial FAL license (SFMO)
$240
Renewal (every 2 years)
$220

Keeping Your Certification Active

Renewal requirements

Cycle
Every 2 years

Sources: TDI — State Fire Marshal's Office · PSI — exam scheduling

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the official state exam?

No — this is independent study material that prepares you for the official state certification exam. You still take the real exam through your state fire marshal.

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Yes. Cancel from your account page at any time. You keep access through the end of your current billing period.

What's your refund policy?

If you are not satisfied, email us within 7 days of your initial purchase and we will issue a full refund — no questions asked.

How do the practice tests work?

Questions are pulled randomly from a pool each time you start a test, so no two sessions are alike. Answers include direct code references.

How often is the content updated?

We update our question pool whenever the underlying codes or state regulations change, so your practice stays current.

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