Fire Hydrants and Standpipes: Installation, Operation and Maintenance

Objectives and Programme

Objectives, skills and competencies

• Understanding the different models of fire hydrants and standpipes
• Correctly installing a standpipe or fire hydrant
• Verifying and commissioning fire protection equipment
• Ensuring safe daily operation
• Carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance Identifying risks associated with improper use
• Applying current regulatory procedures

Programme

Theoretical section

• BAYARD® range and models: Standpipes (below-ground/above-ground connections), fire hydrants, older models, SMART option
• Spare parts: Older and current models, compatibility, special parts
• Installation and inspection: Installation rules, flow/pressure testing, periodic tests
• Guidelines: Best practices, safety procedures
• Regulations: Applying national/local DECI rules
• Maintenance: Tipping/non-tipping standpipes, valve replacement, draining, housing, Choc kit, lock, rehabilitation kit, fire hydrants
• SMART solutions: Principles and installation

Practical section

• Dismantling and reassembly of standpipe components (below-ground / above-ground)
• Installation of the SMART option

Please note :

Training at the BAYARD® site includes a visit to the standpipe and fire hydrant manufacturing line.

BAYARD® solutions:

Fire hydrants: KIT SECURE (security), RESTREETO® (flow restriction)

Standpipes: SENTINEL®, COPERNIC®, TAGUA®