hydrants

Question 0

Some hydrants on parkways and expressways are shutdown at the curb valve year-round. These hydrants are painted what color?

Answer 0

Yellow
Assigned first alarm engine companies have been issued a curb valve key. A second key for the use of relocated companies shall be located near house watch desk

Question 1

To shut down a hydrant Street valve how many terms and what direction do you turn?

Answer 1

You turn the street valve 17 times counterclockwise. You will not notice slowdown of water until about 12 turns. The street valve is slightly off center on the street side of the hole

Question 2

These hydrants on parkways and expressways (yellow) require how many turns and in what direction to open fully?

Answer 2

18 turns to the right or clockwise to open fully. This valve should be fully opened before opening the hydrant. Do not force valve as major damage may result. Companies with such hydrants in their districts shall include them in the usual hydrant inspection program