There are numerous locations within the district where water for fire fighting is provided through private fire hydrant systems. In addition there are several hydrant systems that are not pressurized, but operate when water is supplied to them by the fire district at fire department connections (FDCs). To serve the greater public safety interest, the fire district will assist in the inspection, servicing and maintenance of these systems however this practice does not relieve private property owners of their responsibility in maintaining these systems.

UNIFORM FIRE CODE CITATIONS

1001.5.2; MAINTENANCE Fire sprinkler systems, fire hydrant systems, standpipe systems, fire alarm systems, portable fire extinguishers, smoke and heat ventilators, smoke removal systems, and other fire protective or extinguishing systems or appliances shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. 1001.5.2; INSPECTION AND TESTING The Chief is authorized to require periodic inspection and testing for fire sprinkler systems, fire hydrant systems, standpipe systems, fire alarm systems, portable fire extinguishers, smoke and heat ventilators, smoke removal systems, and other fire protective or extinguishing systems or appliances Standpipe systems shall be tested every 5 years. ("Dry" hydrant systems which are supplied by a fire department connection are considered standpipe systems.) Reports of inspections and tests shall be maintained on the premises and made available to the Chief when requested. UFC 1001.5.3; SYSTEMS OUT OF SERVICE The Chief shall be notified when any approved fire-protection system is out of service and on restoration of service. This notification can be accomplished by contacting the on-duty Battalion Chief at 925-930-5554.

Property owners are also required to maintain proper clearance and access to all fire protection equipment and facilities in accordance with UFC sections 1001.7.1 and 100.7.2. (See Where's the Hydrant?)