105.5.17 Fire Hydrants and Valves

Specific Responsibilities for Fire Hydrant/Valve Use:

• Authorized Use Only: This permit is granted for a specific purpose and duration. The hydrant or valve must not be used for any other reason.
• Proper Equipment: You must use only approved hydrant wrenches and other equipment to operate the hydrant to prevent damage.
• Immediate Availability: The hydrant must remain immediately available for fire department use at all times. All of your equipment must be instantly removable.
• Report Damage: You are responsible for immediately reporting any damage, leaks, or malfunctions of the hydrant or valve to the water purveyor and the Fire Department.
• System Restoration: Upon completion of the work, you must ensure the hydrant is fully closed and the control valve (if used) is returned to its fully open and locked/supervised position. You must notify the Fire Department that the system is back in service.