British Standard BS9990:2015 states that where a fire hydrant exists on your premises, arrangements should be in place by the owners or occupiers for annual maintenance. A fire hydrant is used to access water directly from the local mains supply and is equipped with a fire hose connection for use in the event of a fire.
Independent Fire Services will carry out your annual fire hydrant maintenance in accordance with guidelines as details in British Standard BS9990:2015, this consists of:
- Pressure and Flow tests which involves:
- Flushing out of the outlets
- Checking inlet connection
- Measuring and recording the flow and pressure rates
- Operation of frost valve, checked on completion
- Leaving hydrant pit empty and clean
The maintenance visit will also include:
- Checking of pits, frames and covers
- Condition of surface paving around the edges of the frame
- Depth of outlet below frame
- Ensuring signage is compliant
Certificate of Conformity
All hydrants tested and found to comply with British Standard BS9990:2015 will be issued with a Certificate of Conformity. In the event of an incident, fire investigators will ask to see a Certificate of Conformity.
Certifications
Certificate No.
FS 501355
Registrations
BS5306 Part 3 Portable Extinguisher Maintenance Registration No. 100364