FE Study Guide 2026
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FE exam key facts
- The ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician (FE) exam has 100 multiple-choice questions and is open book. Source
- Candidates get 2 hours to complete the ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician (FE) exam. Source
- Candidates need a scaled score of 75 or higher to pass the ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician (FE) exam. Source
- The ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician exam costs $320. Source
- Candidates who fail the ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician exam are told the topics they were weak in, and they must buy and pass a new attempt to become certified. Source
- The ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician certification is valid for three years from the date it is issued. Source
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✍️ Sample FE Questions & Answers
1. What is the purpose of the collar or label placed on a cylinder after hydrostatic testing?
The hydrostatic test collar or label permanently records the test date, pressure used, and the identity of the testing facility directly on the cylinder.
2. Which action should be taken if a fire extinguisher has visible rust or corrosion?
If a fire extinguisher has visible rust or corrosion, it indicates a compromise in the integrity of the cylinder, which can weaken the container and make it unsafe. A corroded extinguisher could fail under pressure, posing a significant hazard. Therefore, it must be immediately removed from service and replaced to ensure safety and compliance.
3. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of fire safety regulations?
A primary responsibility of fire safety regulations is to ensure proper emergency exits and alarm systems are in place. These regulations aim to protect human life and property by mandating essential safety features that facilitate safe evacuation and early fire detection. This proactive approach is fundamental to minimizing harm during a fire incident.
4. Why should ABC dry chemical extinguishers generally NOT be used in a restaurant kitchen to suppress a grease fire?
ABC dry chemical can momentarily knock down the flames but does not cool the oil below its ignition temperature, allowing the fire to re-ignite.
5. What is the primary reason clean agent (Halotron I, FM-200) extinguishers are preferred over CO2 for occupied server rooms?
Clean agents suppress fires at concentrations below human safety thresholds, whereas CO2 at extinguishing concentrations is immediately dangerous to life.
6. When should fire extinguisher location signs be used?
Location signs are required whenever the extinguisher is not immediately visible from normal approaches to the area.
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Sources & references
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- nafed.org — Test delivery, fees, exam format, passing score, retake policy, score release, score validity · verified Oct 2026
- iccsafe.org — Time limit · verified Oct 2026