AWWA-64322 Water Distribution Operator Training: Hydrants DVD
Distribution
operator training DVD teaches basic types, operation, installation, and
maintenance of fire hydrants.
Fire hydrants that operate properly and provide adequate flow can make
the difference between losing, or saving, property and lives during a fire.
This DVD explains the importance of maintaining fire hydrant reliability for
firefighting. Other uses are also described, including distribution pipe
flushing, flow testing, and filling water tank trucks. Operators learn why
hydrant use must be monitored and controlled by the water utility to maintain
security and safety; the different types of wet-barrel and dry-barrel fire
hydrants and their operation; typical hydrant design, hydrant part names, and
breakaway designs; use of hydrant wrenches, correct procedure for opening and
closing hydrants; location and use of auxiliary valves; hydrant inspection,
pressure- and leak-testing, placement, installation, maintenance, and repairs;
hydrant color-coding, safety and security devices, and recordkeeping. (13
minutes)
ISBN: 9781583216248
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Publication
date: 2006
AWWA
catalog no: 64322
Media Type: DVD