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What is the responsibility of companies regarding public hydrants?

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Inspecting all public hydrants annually within their first-due territory

Inspections must be completed by March 1st each year.

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When do annual inspections of hydrants begin?

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January

Inspections must be completed by March 1st.

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By what date must all hydrant inspections be completed?

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March 1st

Inspections are conducted annually.

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How should inspections be divided among companies?

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Equally between the suppression companies on each shift

A schedule will be established by the Station Captain.

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What is the procedure for opening hydrants during inspections?

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Open hydrants slowly and perform a low flow flush until the water is clear

This is imperative to ensure proper functioning.

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Why is it important to close hydrants slowly?

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To avoid costly damage to water mains and other parts of the water supply system

This practice helps maintain the integrity of the water supply.

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What is the responsibility of companies regarding public hydrants?

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Inspecting all public hydrants annually within their first-due territory

Inspections must be completed by March 1st each year.

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When do annual inspections of hydrants begin?

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January

Inspections must be completed by March 1st.

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By what date must all hydrant inspections be completed?

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March 1st

Inspections are conducted annually.

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How should inspections be divided among companies?

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Equally between the suppression companies on each shift

A schedule will be established by the Station Captain.

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What is the procedure for opening hydrants during inspections?

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Open hydrants slowly and perform a low flow flush until the water is clear

This is imperative to ensure proper functioning.

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Why is it important to close hydrants slowly?

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To avoid costly damage to water mains and other parts of the water supply system

This practice helps maintain the integrity of the water supply.

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What document outlines the procedures for inspecting hydrants?

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Appendix A

Companies must follow these procedures during inspections.

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What is the deadline for completing hydrant inspections documentation?

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March 1st

All documentation must be completed in the hydrant application by this date.

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Who is responsible for ensuring the completion of hydrant inspections and documentation?

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Station Captain

The Station Captain must ensure inspections and documentation are completed.

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What should company officers do if they identify hydrants in need of repair?

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Notify FRCC as soon as possible

Officers must report hydrants needing repair or to be placed out of service.

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What information must be provided to FRCC regarding hydrants needing repair?

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  • Fire district
  • TAZ Zone
  • Hydrant number (if available)
  • Closest street address
  • Accurate description of the problem

This information is essential for proper reporting.

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How should companies mark JEA hydrants that are out of service?

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Paint the bonnet black with spray paint provided by TSF

This marking indicates that the hydrant is out of service.

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What color will JEA repaint the hydrant once it has been repaired?

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Yellow

JEA will repaint the hydrant yellow after repairs are completed.

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What is the contact number for reporting a hydrant that has not been repaired within a reasonable time frame?

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(904) 665-7907

This number is for reporting delays in hydrant repairs.

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Where can one find instructions on how to enter inspections in the hydrant application?

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Target Solutions - File Center - JFRD Fire Suppression Resources - Hydrant Inspection Application Instructions

This is the designated location for accessing inspection entry instructions.

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What is the deadline for completing hydrant inspections documentation?

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March 1st

All documentation must be completed in the hydrant application by this date.

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Who is responsible for ensuring the completion of hydrant inspections and documentation?

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Station Captain

The Station Captain must ensure inspections and documentation are completed.

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What should company officers do if they identify hydrants in need of repair?

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Notify FRCC as soon as possible

Officers must report hydrants needing repair or to be placed out of service.

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What information must be provided to FRCC regarding hydrants needing repair?
* Fire district * TAZ Zone * Hydrant number (if available) * Closest street address * Accurate description of the problem ## Footnote This information is essential for proper reporting.
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How should companies mark JEA hydrants that are out of service?
Paint the bonnet black with spray paint provided by TSF ## Footnote This marking indicates that the hydrant is out of service.
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What color will JEA repaint the hydrant once it has been repaired?
Yellow ## Footnote JEA will repaint the hydrant yellow after repairs are completed.
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What is the contact number for reporting a hydrant that has not been repaired within a reasonable time frame?
(904) 665-7907 ## Footnote This number is for reporting delays in hydrant repairs.
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Where can one find instructions on how to enter inspections in the hydrant application?
Target Solutions - File Center - JFRD Fire Suppression Resources - Hydrant Inspection Application Instructions ## Footnote This is the designated location for accessing inspection entry instructions.
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What does SOP stand for in the context of the **City of Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department**?
Standard Operating Procedures ## Footnote SOPs provide guidelines for operations and procedures within the department.
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What is the main concern regarding **private utility companies** (non JEA) in Jacksonville?
The water supply to hydrants served by these companies may not be as dependable as JEA hydrants ## Footnote This affects the reliability of fire hydrants during emergencies.
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What should the **Incident Commander (IC)** ensure regarding hydrants during operations?
Ensure that an engine is staged at a JEA hydrant or be prepared to perform a water shuttle ## Footnote This is crucial for maintaining a reliable water supply.
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What information should be provided to **FRCC** regarding hydrants in need of repair?
* Fire district * TAZ zone * Hydrant number (if available) * Closest street address * Accurate description of the problem ## Footnote This information helps in efficiently addressing hydrant issues.
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What color hydrants are owned by **private utility companies** in Jacksonville?
Purple ## Footnote These hydrants are distinct from those managed by JEA.
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True or false: The **City of Jacksonville** Fire and Rescue Department relies solely on JEA hydrants for water supply.
FALSE ## Footnote There are private utility companies with their own hydrants, but their reliability may vary.
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Who is responsible for the **inspection and maintenance** of private hydrants?
The property owner ## Footnote This responsibility is outlined in NFPA 25 Chapter 7.
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Who is responsible for inspecting **private hydrants** according to JFRD?
JFRD is not responsible for inspecting private hydrants ## Footnote Any private hydrant found in need of repair shall be reported to the property owner and to FRCC.
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What should be done if a **private hydrant** is found in need of repair?
Report to the property owner and to FRCC ## Footnote FRCC shall notify the District Chief of Inspections in Fire Prevention.
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Companies shall not mark **private hydrants** that are out of service without permission from whom?
The property owner ## Footnote This ensures proper communication and authorization regarding hydrant status.
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Where are **private high-pressure hydrants** commonly found?
* Industrial areas * Apartment complexes * Business complexes ## Footnote The practice of installing these hydrants has recently extended to various types of properties.
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What is the maximum operating pressure for **private high-pressure hydrants**?
175 PSI ## Footnote These hydrants must be painted and identified to comply with NFPA and local codes.
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What does the **NFPA color code** indicate?
The available GPM of hydrants ## Footnote Different colors represent different flow rates.
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What does a **blue** NFPA color code signify?
1500 GPM or more ## Footnote This indicates a high flow rate for firefighting purposes.
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What does a **green** NFPA color code signify?
1000-1499 GPM ## Footnote This indicates a moderate flow rate for firefighting purposes.
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What does an **orange** NFPA color code signify?
500-999 GPM ## Footnote This indicates a lower flow rate for firefighting purposes.
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What does a **red** NFPA color code signify?
Below 500 GPM ## Footnote This indicates insufficient flow rate for effective firefighting.
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Refer to **Appendix C** for more information on what types of hydrants?
* Private standard hydrants * Private high-pressure hydrants ## Footnote Appendix C provides additional details on compliance and specifications.
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Refer to **Appendix D** for instructions on how to view a hydrant's color and associated GPM as indicated by whom?
JEA ## Footnote JEA provides guidelines for assessing hydrant color coding and flow rates.
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