Fire Protection Sprinkler System Contractor (Firm)
Requirements:
- Must submit a Fire Protection Sprinkler System application.
- Must provide either:
- A $10,000 surety bond, or
- Proof of an active Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors license in the appropriate classification.
- Must have at least one licensed Responsible Managing Employee (RME) employed by the firm.
- Must maintain a specific business location.
- Each location must be separately registered with the Division of Fire Prevention.
Fire Protection Sprinkler System Responsible Managing Employee (RME)
Requirements:
- Must be employed by a licensed Fire Protection Sprinkler System Firm.
- Must submit an RME application.
- Must provide one of the following:
- Proof of registration as a Tennessee Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect, or
- Proof of NICET Level III certification in Fire Protection Automatic Sprinkler Systems Layout.
- If the RME changes employers, address, or employment status, the Department must be notified and a revised license is required.