Some great information on fire hydrants can be found on the U.S. Fire Administration U.S. Coffee Break Training Update page http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/downloads/pdf/coffee-break/cb_2008_32.pdf .

When was the last time you inspected and/or tested fire hydrants in your first-due district? According to national standards, how often should that be done? This week’s Coffee Break Training, “Fire Hydrant Inspection and Test Frequency,” reveals an interesting fact, and provides a recommended annual test protocol. Always refer to nationally recognized design and installation standards, the product manufacturer or listing details for specific information.

Please share this Coffee Break Training segment and others with your peers. Previous Coffee Breaks may be found at http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/nfa/coffee-break/

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For “everything you ever wanted to know” about fire hydrants: www.firehydrant.org

For a municipal handout explaining the fire hydrant testing and inspection process: http://ci.peoria.az.us/fire/pdf/forms_library/FireHydrantInspection...

For a municipal guide to the maintenance, testing and marking of private fire hydrants: http://www.springsgov.com/units/fire/packets/Hyd_Test.pdf