Information

  • Document No.

  • Airbus Broughton

Hydrant Test & Inspection

Fire Hydrant Information

  • Select the area that the fire hydrant is located, then select the fire hyrant No. from list. (Refer to Hydrant drawings for locations)

  • Location on site;

  • East site; Enter Hydrant No.

  • North Factory Area; Enter Hydrant No.

  • West site; Enter Hydrant No.

  • Site 3 Area; Enter Hydrant No.

  • Site 8 Area; Enter hydrant No.

  • Add details

Test Procedure

  • Confirm that all steps of test and inspection procedure has been undertaken.

  • All personnel to wear PPE appropriate to the task and surrounding conditions.

  • Remove the hydrant lid/lids utilising the key and bar

  • A standpipe should be fitted to the outlet to ensure that the thread or connection is in good order.

  • With the standpipe connected to the outlet, the valve should be partially opened to release a small quantity of the water through the hydrant via a key and bar placed on the hydrant spindle.

  • The flow of water should be directed into the gutter using a short hose

  • After closing the hydrant fully, insert a hand controlled branch into the standpipe or hydrant outlet.

  • Ensuring the branch closed, open the hydrant to it's fullest extent.

  • Whilst under pressure, examine all hydrant joints for leaks.

  • The hydrant can then be turned off, release the pressure by opening the branch then remove the branch then unship the standpipe.

  • The frost valve where fitted should be checked to ensure it is in a satisfactory working order (NB; this test should not be carried out during frosty weather.)

  • Replace the hydrant lid, ensuring a sound fit and the lid does not stand proud of the lid frame.

  • Crews to ensure area immediately surrounding the hydrant is free from debris, long grass or foliage and hydrant post and plate is clearly marked.

Issues / Actions Raised.

  • Record any obvious signs of damage, defects, or issues etc. Include photos where relevant.

  • Any Observations / Comments?

  • Enter details

  • Add Photo

Test & Inspection undertaken by;

  • Enter date of inspection, Watch, and all RFFS personnel who have carried out test procedure.

  • Select date

  • Test undertaken by;

  • RFFS personnel;

  • RFFS Personnel;

  • RFFS personnel

  • RFFS Personnel

  • Add signature

  • RFFS Personnel; additional

  • RFFS Personnel;

  • RFFS personnel;

  • RFFS Personnel;

  • RFFS Personnel;

  • Ensure all details are correct. Report any defects to Facilities Helpdesk. Email the completed audit to G. Evans.

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