Fire Hydrants Checklist
F-Hydrant ID No.: Location:
Inspection, Test and Maintenance Works Yes No Remarks
1 Are the Hydrant system identified with signs? ☐ ☐
2 Hydrant outlets are slightly more than hand-tight. ☐ ☐
3 There are no leaks in the hydrant. ☐ ☐
4 There are no leaks in the top of the hydrant when the hydrant valve is opened. ☐ ☐
5 There are no leaks in the gasket under the caps when the hydrant valve is opened. ☐ ☐
6 There are no cracks or damage in the hydrant barrel. ☐ ☐
7 The operating nut is not worn and does not have rounded corners. ☐ ☐
8 Nozzle threads are not damaged. ☐ ☐
9 Hydrants are accessible. ☐ ☐
10 Check hose Cabinet, if provided, to ensure all equipment is in good condition. ☐ ☐
11 The cabinet door is properly closed. ☐ ☐
12 The cabinet is clean, and there are no other materials inside. ☐ ☐
13 Are shutoff nozzles provided? ☐ ☐
Open & close the nozzle to assure it operates easily. Lubricate with graphite if
14 ☐ ☐
needed.
15 Test hose nozzles to confirm. Are the nozzles being in good condition? ☐ ☐
16 Open hose nozzles to confirm, is the fire pump responding to the water demand? ☐ ☐
17 Lubricate operating nut. ☐ ☐
18 Lubricate packing. ☐ ☐
19 Lubricate thrust collar. ☐ ☐
FIRE HYDRANTS FOR USE BY TRAINED FIRE BRIGADE PERSONNEL.
HSE Documents-Fire Hydrants Checklist