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SFMO Licensing regulates the planning, selling, installing, certifying, and servicing of fire extinguisher, fire alarm and fire sprinkler devices and systems through the statewide registration and licensing of firms and individuals who provide these services. This is required by state statutes. In order to be qualified for registration, firms must employ state licensed individuals to the extent required by law and demonstrate a responsible business organization, which includes maintaining the required insurance coverage. To obtain a license, individuals must demonstrate a certain level of technical ability by passing tests and be employed by a registered firm. The license does not certify the competency of the individual; it only permits them to work in the specified occupation. Licenses and permits are issued to firms in the business of selling and storing fireworks. Permits are also issued to those holding a public fireworks display and licenses are issued to individuals responsible for conducting the display.
Fire extinguisher, fire alarm and fire sprinkler devices and systems must be installed where and when required by local codes and installed, as a minimum, according to state adopted national standards. This is required by state rules. These national codes and standards (e.g., International Fire Code and the National Fire Protection Association) are copyrighted documents that must be purchased through the publisher. Upon complaint, licensing personnel conduct investigations of existing fire alarm, extinguisher and sprinkler systems to ensure that they are installed by licensed entities and comply with the adopted technical standards and manufacturers’ requirements. This initiative ensures these systems extinguish fires and reduce the loss of life and property of the citizens of Texas. Investigators also inspect fireworks stands to ensure compliance with adopted safety standards. Four investigators are strategically dispersed across the state to better serve Texans.
Latest Licensing Updates
- November 2011
State Fire Marshal Announces Changes to Registration/License Numbers - July 24, 2009
US DOT Lists Common Violations in Shipping Fireworks and Reminds Non-Profit Organizations They Also Must Comply - April 17, 2006
All Areas - Tags and Labels (Power Point Presentation; you will need Microsoft Power Point to view.) - April 1, 2004
Roll-Up Doors on Indoor Fireworks Sites?
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Last updated: 03/29/2012
