Free mock exam
Testing & Maintenance — Fire Alarm Systems (BS 5839-1) Practice
Free topic-focused mock exam: 30 random questions from a pool of 38 on Testing & Maintenance, drawn from the wider Fire Alarm Systems (BS 5839-1) bank. 35-minute timer, 70% to pass, worked explanation on every question. Use this when you've taken the full mock once and want to drill the topics you got wrong.
- Questions
- 30
- Time limit
- 35 min
- Pass mark
- 70% · 21/30
- Question bank
- 38
Free, no sign-up. Retake as many times as you like — different questions each time.
Sample questions
01How often should fire alarm systems be serviced according to BS 5839-1?
- AEvery 6 months
- BAnnually
- CQuarterly
- DMonthly
Why: BS 5839-1:2025 clause 43.2.1 recommends successive inspection and servicing visits at intervals of approximately 6 months, by a competent person. NOTE 1 accepts any visit between 5 and 7 months after the previous one, and NOTE 2 makes the date of acceptance the datum for those periods.
02What is the maximum interval between full system tests?
- A6 months
- B18 months
- C24 months
- D12 months
Why: A full system test including all devices and functions should be carried out at least annually.
03Who should carry out weekly fire alarm tests?
- AResponsible person
- BLocal authority
- CMaintenance company
- DFire service
Why: Weekly routine tests should be carried out by the responsible person or their nominated deputy.
Common questions
Is the Testing & Maintenance mock exam free?
Yes, it is free with no sign-up needed. Questions are pulled at random from a substantial bank, with a worked explanation on every question after you submit.
Can I retake the mock exam?
Yes. Every attempt picks a different random selection and reshuffles the options, so each retake gives you genuinely new questions. No limit on retakes.
Does this count as a qualification?
No. This is independent practice material and does not award a qualification, card or certificate. Where a subject has a formal qualification or card, you gain it through an approved provider.