Fire hydrants are more than just #red #pillars on the roadside they communicate vital water supply information to firefighters during emergencies.
As per #NFPA 291 (Fire Flow Testing & Marking of Hydrants) the bonnet and outlet caps of hydrants are color-coded to indicate the available fire flow:
- Red – Less than 500 GPM (Poor).
- Orange – 500–999 GPM (Fair).
- Green – 1000–1499 GPM (Good).
- Blue – 1500+ GPM (Excellent).
This system allows #fire #crews to instantly identify the hydrant’s capacity and select the best water source saving #precious time and protecting lives, assets and operations.
In industrial facilities, construction sites and cities, proper hydrant marking is not just a standard it is a safety commitment.
Let’s ensure our fire protection systems are not only installed but correctly identified and maintained.
Dr. Neeraj Sharma
Sr. HSEF Professional