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CFPS Exam Prep — 400+ cards + Free Mock
Anki deck for NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist exam prep.
Free readiness check
Free CFPS Practice Test | 50-Question Certified Fire
Run the linked 80-question timed practice test for topic scoring, answer review, and a pass/no-pass remediation plan before deciding what to drill next.
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Before discharging CO2 into a normally occupied enclosure, NFPA 12 requires:
Correct: (b) Predischarge alarms and time delay or personnel accounting to allow evacuation. CO2 is asphyxiant; lockout and warning devices protect occupants from lethal oxygen displacement.
A total flooding CO2 system design concentration depends primarily on:
Correct: (c) Fuel type, enclosure volume, and minimum design concentration from NFPA 12 tables. CO2 quantity = concentration × adjusted volume; deep-seated fires may need extended holding periods.
Clean agent systems covered under NFPA 2001 are characterized by:
Correct: (d) Electrically nonconductive gaseous agents that extinguish by heat absorption and/or oxygen reduction without residue. Clean agents (HFCs, FK-5-1-12, inert gases) protect sensitive equipment in enclosures with concentration-based design.
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Product facts
- Cards
- 400+
- Coverage
- All eight NFPA CFPS blueprint domains (Fire Protection Handbook, 21st Ed.)
- Format
- .apkg
- Price
- $11 USD
- Checkout
- Gumroad
- Exam cycle
- NFPA CFPS blueprint (Handbook 21st Edition, exam updated June 2024)
- Delivery
- Digital .apkg through Gumroad (instant download)
Coverage by exam topic
| Topic | Exam weight | Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Suppression | 22% | 50+ |
| Safety in the Built Environment | 16% | 50+ |
| Detection and Alarm | 14% | 50+ |
| Fire Prevention Programs & Environments | 12% | 50+ |
| Information & Analysis / Hazard Management / Rescue / Confining Fires | 9% each | 50+ |
More about CFPSExam format, study tips, and how this deck compares
CFPS exam prep
UniPrep2Go sells an independent CFPS Anki deck with 400+ high-yield flashcards for active recall and exam terminology. Built from the same validated item bank as the free readiness check at https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/cfps-readiness-check. It is delivered as an Anki .apkg file for $11 USD through Gumroad with i
Built for: Fire protection engineers, fire marshals, AHJ staff, consultants, and safety professionals preparing for NFPA's Certified Fire Protection Specialist credential.
Covers: All eight NFPA CFPS blueprint domains (Fire Protection Handbook, 21st Ed.).
- Spaced-repetition flashcards
- 400+ exam-focused flashcards
- Topic coverage table and samples on this page
- Linked free 80-question practice test
How this deck compares
400+ cards for CFPS matches the NFPA CFPS blueprint (Handbook 21st Edition, exam updated June 2024) all eight nfpa cfps blueprint domains (fire protection handbook, 21st ed.) in the coverage table — sized for daily review, not maximum download size. Start with the free 80-question CFPS practice test, then drill weak rows from the table.
| Approach | Typical size | Tradeoffs |
|---|---|---|
| Free community decks | 1,000–3,000 |
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| Budget mega-packs | 1,000+ |
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| This deck | 400+ exam-focused flashcards |
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CFPS study guide
Coverage focus for CFPS
400+ items align to all eight nfpa cfps blueprint domains (fire protection handbook, 21st ed.): Fire Suppression (50+); Safety in the Built Environment (50+); Detection and Alarm (50+); Fire Prevention Programs & Environments (50+).
Suggested review cadence
Weeks 1–3: 20 new CFPS cards per day. Week four: free CFPS mock (80 questions) — review only missed table rows.
The Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) credential from NFPA recognizes expertise in fire protection, life safety, and fire science. The computer-based exam is open book and references the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook. UniPrep2Go products are independent prep (not NFPA exam material).
- Questions
- 100 multiple-choice
- Time
- 3 hours
- Passing score
- Not published by NFPA — results reported as Pass or Fail only (no percentage or scaled score)
- Delivery
- Computer-based at Prometric test centers worldwide (English; verify other languages at nfpa.org/cfps)
- Administered by
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) via Prometric test centers
Knowledge domains and weights
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| Fire Suppression | 22% |
| Safety in the Built Environment | 16% |
| Detection and Alarm | 14% |
| Fire Prevention: Programs, Materials, Processes, and Environments | 12% |
| Information and Analysis for Fire Protection and Fire Science | 9% |
| Facility Fire Hazard Management | 9% |
| Organizing for Fire and Rescue Services | 9% |
| Confining Fires | 9% |
What changed in the current exam cycle
- As of June 19, 2024, CFPS exam content reflects the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 21st Edition (2023), including new chapters on energy storage systems and cannabis facilities.
- Only an original print copy of the Fire Protection Handbook, 21st Edition is permitted in the exam room — electronic, photocopied, or loose pages are not allowed.
- Permanent adhesive tabs are allowed; sticky notes, flags, and paper clips are prohibited per NFPA handbook guidance.
- CFPS certification renewal is required every 3 years with 50 continuing education points and an annual maintenance fee (verify at nfpa.org).
High-yield facts (commonly tested)
- Fire Suppression (22%) and Safety in the Built Environment (16%) together account for 38% of exam content — highest-weight domains.
- The exam is open book, but only the original printed 21st Edition Fire Protection Handbook — know how to navigate it quickly.
- NFPA does not publish the passing score; you receive Pass/Fail immediately with a domain diagnostic if you do not pass.
- Three eligibility pathways combine education and fire protection experience (from bachelor's + 2 years to high school + 6 years — verify current requirements).
- NFPA sells a practice examination with 100 retired questions — useful but not required for eligibility.
- Prometric delivers the exam; schedule through NFPA after application approval.
Verify current exam fees, scheduling, and administrative details at www.nfpa.org/cfps. Independent study aid — not official exam material.
FAQ
How many questions are on the CFPS exam?
100 multiple-choice questions in 3 hours at a Prometric test center.
What score do you need to pass the CFPS exam?
NFPA does not publish a passing percentage or scaled score. Results are reported as Pass or Fail only.
Is the CFPS exam open book?
Yes — but only an original print copy of the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 21st Edition is permitted. Electronic copies and photocopies are not allowed.
More questions (4)
What reference book is required for CFPS?
The NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 21st Edition (2023). Exam content was updated in June 2024 to align with this edition.
What are the CFPS exam domains?
Eight domains: Fire Suppression (22%), Safety in the Built Environment (16%), Detection and Alarm (14%), Fire Prevention (12%), and four domains at 9% each (Information and Analysis, Facility Hazard Management, Organizing for Fire and Rescue, Confining Fires).
Does this replace NFPA's official CFPS practice examination?
No. NFPA sells a practice exam with 100 retired questions at nfpa.org. This deck and mock are independent supplementary prep.
Is this official NFPA material?
No. Independent study aid — not affiliated with or endorsed by NFPA.
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