Construction / Low Voltage License / Utah
- Utah
- Low Voltage License
- Burglar Alarm Qualifier
- Updated Oct 2026
How to Get Your Utah Burglar Alarm Qualifier License
In Utah, burglar alarm companies need a licensed qualifying agent to run and supervise their work. This page covers the experience, the two PSI exams, insurance and renewal for the Burglar Alarm Qualifier license.
Last updated October 27, 2026 from Utah Division of Professional Licensing requirements
Application fee
$50
Qualifier application; plus two $75 exams and fingerprint fees
Exam time
3.5 hrs
Law & Rule (1 hr) + Qualifier (2.5 hrs)
Time to get license
6,000 hrs
Including 2,000 hrs managerial or supervisory
Continuing ed
Not stated
Check with DOPL
Overview
Do you need a Utah low voltage license?
Yes, if you run a burglar alarm company’s operations. Utah requires every burglar alarm company to appoint a licensed qualifying agent, and the Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) issues that license.
License required when
- Your company sells, installs or services burglar alarm systems
- You oversee and supervise a burglar alarm company’s operations as its qualifying agent
- The system’s main job is detecting or responding to emergencies other than fire
Common exceptions
- Fire alarm systems fall outside the burglar alarm classification
- A qualifying agent can qualify only one alarm company, and must work there full time
Penalties for unlicensed work
Our source notes don’t list penalty amounts. In general, DOPL licenses burglar alarm qualifiers and can take action against companies and people who operate without the required license.
Your fast-track Utah low voltage license checklist
The Utah application, one page
- 6,000 hours of alarm experience, 2,000 managerial
- Passing scores on the Law & Rule and Qualifier exams
- Two fingerprint cards and current photo ID
- Liability insurance certificate ($300,000 / $1,000,000)
- Arrest disclosures and proof of experience
- Application fees paid to DOPL
Types
Utah low voltage license types and classifications
Utah licenses one burglar alarm qualifier role, but a company can have more than one qualifying agent. Only one is the designated qualifying agent.
QA
Most common
Burglar Alarm Qualifying Agent
Oversees and supervises selling, installing and servicing systems that detect or respond to emergencies other than fire.
Exam
Law & Rule + Qualifier
Limit
Their own classification
DQA
One per company
Designated Qualifying Agent
The company’s one designated qualifier. Must hold every classification the company has.
Exam
Law & Rule + Qualifier
Limit
All company classifications
Requirements
Utah low voltage license requirements, class by class
Both roles meet the same experience, exam and background rules. The difference is how many classifications you must hold.
| Requirement | Qualifying agent (QA) | Designated qualifying agent (DQA) |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | 6,000 hrs in an alarm company, 2,000 managerial | 6,000 hrs in an alarm company, 2,000 managerial |
| Or instead | 6,000 hrs alarm + 2,000 hrs managerial in construction | 6,000 hrs alarm + 2,000 hrs managerial in construction |
| Exams | Law & Rule + Burglar Alarm Qualifier | Law & Rule + Burglar Alarm Qualifier |
| Background check | Fingerprints, BCI check | Fingerprints, BCI check |
| Liability insurance | $300,000 / $1,000,000 aggregate | $300,000 / $1,000,000 aggregate |
| Classifications held | The area you work in | Every classification the company has |
| Employment | Full time, one company only | Full time, one company only |
Steps
How to get your Utah low voltage license, step by step
- Build your experienceBefore you apply
Log 6,000 hours in a lawfully operated alarm company, with at least 2,000 in a managerial, supervisory or administrative role. Managerial time in a construction company can also count. - Pass the Law & Rule examExam day
Schedule with PSI at 855-746-8173. It’s 30 questions in 1 hour, open book, with 75% to pass. - Pass the Qualifier examExam day
The Burglar Alarm Qualifier exam is 60 questions in 2.5 hours, covering business, installations, standards and troubleshooting. - Get your insurance certificateBefore you apply
Show comprehensive public liability coverage from a state-licensed insurer: at least $300,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 aggregate. - Apply to DOPLApplication fee
Include two fingerprint cards, current photo ID, arrest disclosures, proof of qualifying experience, your PSI scores and the fees. The Bureau of Criminal Identification runs your background check. - Renew in odd yearsBy March 31
Licenses expire March 31 of odd-numbered years. Renew through DOPL, complete a background check and pay the fee.
Exam
What to expect on the Utah low voltage exam
Qualifying agents pass two PSI exams: the Utah Burglar Alarm Law and Rule exam and the Burglar Alarm Qualifier exam. Both are open book, and you can tab and highlight approved references.
Format
Open book
Questions
30 + 60
Passing score
75% (Law & Rule)
Exam vendor
PSI
Scoring & content
- Law & Rule: 30 questions, 1 hour, 75% to pass
- Law & Rule topics: contract law, Utah burglar alarm rules, DOPL general rules
- Qualifier: 60 questions, 2.5 hours; passing score not stated
- Qualifier topics: business, commissioning, industry knowledge, installations, installation standards, troubleshooting
Retake policy
- Retake waiting period: Not stated
- Retake fee: Not stated
- Check DOPL’s exam information page for current retake rules
Exam references · Open book
Both Utah burglar alarm exams are open book, and the approved references can be tabbed, highlighted and used during the test. The list covers the Law and Rule exam and the Qualifier exam.
| Book | Edition | Use |
|---|---|---|
| NASCLA Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management (Utah edition) — Law and Rule exam | 4th edition | Allowed in exam |
| Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing Act, Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 1 — Law and Rule exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Burglar Alarm Licensing Rules, R156-55d — Law and Rule exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act, Title 58, Chapter 55 — Law and Rule exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Contracts and Obligations in General, Utah Code 15-10-201 — Law and Rule exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| General Rules of the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing, R156-1 — both exams | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC) — Qualifier exam | 2017 | Allowed in exam |
| Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems — Qualifier exam | 3rd edition | Allowed in exam |
| NTC Blue Book: Low Voltage Systems — Qualifier exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Utah Workers’ Compensation Act, Chapter 34A-2 — Qualifier exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Utah Antidiscrimination Act, Chapter 34A-5 — Qualifier exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Utah Occupational Safety and Health Act, Chapter 34A-6 — Qualifier exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
Prep
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Costs
How much does a Utah low voltage license cost?
| Item | Type | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (qualifier) | Fixed | $50 |
| Law & Rule exam | Fixed | $75 |
| Burglar Alarm Qualifier exam | Fixed | $75 |
| Fingerprints and background check | Fixed | $32 |
| Liability insurance ($300K / $1M) | Variable | Varies |
| State fees and exams | Excludes insurance and the company license fee | $232 |
Fees from the DOPL qualifier application and fee schedule (fingerprints: $12 FBI + $20 BCI) and the Prov Utah Burglar Alarm candidate bulletin, checked October 2026.
Reciprocity
Does Utah accept out-of-state low voltage licenses?
Our source notes don’t describe any reciprocity for the Utah Burglar Alarm Qualifier license.
No reciprocity agreements
Our source notes list none, so plan to apply as a new applicant and pass both PSI exams. Confirm with DOPL.
Local
Do Utah cities and counties have their own low voltage licensing rules?
Your qualifier license comes from the state. Cities and counties handle the job-site side.
State handles
- Burglar alarm company and qualifier licenses
- Exams, through PSI
- Background checks through the Bureau of Criminal Identification
- Renewals every odd-numbered year
City & county handle
- Local business licenses
- Any local permit and inspection rules (check with your city)
Governance
Who regulates burglar alarm qualifiers in Utah
Licensing authority
Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL)
801-530-6628
Oversight responsibilities
- Issues burglar alarm company and qualifier licenses
- Reviews experience, insurance and background checks
- Approves exams given through PSI
- Handles renewals each odd-numbered year
Maintenance
How to renew your Utah low voltage license and keep it active
Utah burglar alarm qualifier licenses expire on March 31 of odd-numbered years. To renew, submit the renewal through DOPL, complete a background check, pay the fee and update any personal or employment changes.
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years (Mar 31, odd years)
CE hours
Not stated
Renewal fee
Not stated
Late penalty
Not stated
FAQ
Utah low voltage license FAQs
Do I need a license to install burglar alarms in Utah?
Burglar alarm companies must be licensed and must appoint a licensed qualifying agent to supervise their work. That qualifier license comes from DOPL.
How much experience do I need?
6,000 hours in a lawfully operated alarm company, with at least 2,000 in a managerial, supervisory or administrative role. Managerial time in a construction company can also count toward the 2,000.
What exams do I take?
Two PSI exams: the Utah Burglar Alarm Law and Rule exam (30 questions, 1 hour, 75% to pass) and the Burglar Alarm Qualifier exam (60 questions, 2.5 hours).
Are the Utah burglar alarm exams open book?
Yes. Both exams are open book, and you can tab and highlight the approved references.
What insurance do I need?
A certificate from a state-licensed insurer showing comprehensive public liability coverage of at least $300,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 aggregate.
When does a Utah burglar alarm license expire?
On March 31 of odd-numbered years. You renew through DOPL, complete a background check and pay the fee.
Can I qualify more than one alarm company?
No. A qualifying agent can qualify only one alarm company and must work there full time.
Sources
Official sources for the Utah low voltage license
- Utah DOPL, Burglar Alarm Company Qualifier application
- Utah DOPL, Burglar alarm exam information
- Utah Administrative Code R156-55d, Burglar Alarm Licensing Rules
- Utah Administrative Code R156-1, DOPL General Rules
- Utah Code Title 58, Chapters 1 and 55
- Utah Code 15-10-201, Contracts and Obligations
- Utah Workers’ Compensation Act, Chapter 34A-2
- Utah DOPL Fee Schedule
- Utah DOPL Qualifier for a Burglar Alarm Company Application (PDF)
- Prov, Utah Burglar Alarm Candidate Information Bulletin
Last updated October 27, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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