Each person designated as an RME must have a license issued by the __________.

• A. State Fire Marshal
• B. Local Fire Department
• C. Federal Agency
• D. Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Answer: (A)

Licensing for someone designated as an RME is a state-level responsibility. In most jurisdictions, the State Fire Marshal administers licenses for fire protection professionals, including RMEs, to ensure they meet the required knowledge of fire codes and life-safety standards. The local fire department handles permits and inspections, not licensing. A federal agency like OSHA focuses on workplace safety and does not issue professional licenses. So the licensing authority for an RME is the State Fire Marshal.