Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Contractor License

The Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Contractor License allows you to do the following work:

  • Fire protection systems using water, steam, gas or chemicals
  • Incidental trenching, backfilling, grading, piping
  • Restaurant hood protection systems
  • Fire pumps and drivers
  • Pressure and storage tanks
  • Piping and valves
  • Sprinkler heads and nozzles
  • Application materials for the prevention of corrosion or freezing
  • Air compressors, air receivers, bottle inert gases, pressurized chemicals, and manifolds
  • Pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical controls
  • Low voltage signaling systems
  • Control piping
  • Flushing and testing of systems

How to get the Fire Protection Systems (C-16) contractor’s license in Arizona?

  1. Identifying a Qualifying Party - A sole proprietorship (individual), a partnership, limited liability company, or a corporation may apply for a Fire Protection Systems (C-16) contractor's license if they have a regularly employed person with the necessary experience, knowledge, and skills who serves as the qualifying party. All persons listed on the application must be 18 years of age or older.
  2. Experience Requirements - The license classifications requirements must be met or exceeded when applying for an Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) contractor license. This license requires a minimum of 4 Years in the trade.
  3. Examination Requirements - The applicant must pass the SRE and Fire Protection Systems (C-16) trade exam. The minimum passing score is 70%. Once completed, the results must be submitted to the ROC.
  4. Background Checks - The applicant and qualifying party must submit copies of the payment transaction receipt from their background checks.
  5. Form a Legal Entity - Partnerships must register with the Arizona Secretary of State. LLC’s and corporations are required to register with the Arizona Corporation Commission.
  6. Bond - The applicant must obtain and submit proof of a license bond. They must also include all required fees and assessments with the license application. The required bond amounts are as follows:
    Gross Volume | Bond Amount
    $150,000 or less | $2,500
    In excess of $150,000 but not more than $500,000 | $7,000
    In excess of $500,000 but not more than one million | $17,500
    In excess of one million but not more than five million | $25,000
    In excess of five million but not more than ten million | $37,500
    Over ten million | $50,000
    The bond can be obtained from an Arizona-Licensed Surety Products Provider.
  7. Identification Forms - Both the Applicant and the Qualifying Party must submit a copy of their government-issued identification with the application. Driver Licenses and passports are acceptable forms of identification.
  8. Submit Application - Complete and submit a License Application Form to the Registrar by going to their physical location or by mailing the application to the Registrar of Contractors.

Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Contractor License Exam Prep Course

Before getting your Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Contractor License you will need to complete the Arizona Statutes and Rules Training Course and Exam (SRE).

Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Contractor License Exam

Below is all the information related to the exam including the content outline and the official reference list.

  • Optional: No
  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 75
  • Time Allowed: 180 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 70%
  • Subjects Involved (number of questions):
    • Backflow Prevention (6)
    • Firepumps and Standpipes (6)
    • Sprinkler Systems (16)
    • Water Supply and Distribution (10)
    • Testing and Inspection (1)
    • Clean Agents and Alternative Systems (8)
    • Foam Systems (3)
    • Wet Chemical Systems (5)
    • Dry Chemical Systems (5)
    • Carbon Dioxide Systems (2)
    • Portable Fire Extinguishers (2)
    • Commercial Kitchen Equipment (6)
    • Heat and Smoke Detectors (5)
  • PSI© Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Official Content Outline

Arizona Fire Protection Systems (C-16) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Fire Protection Systems (C-16) exam. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • ARIZONA FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS (C-16) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $1,333.03

  • ARIZONA FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS (C-16) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $1,433.03

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