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I had an inquiry about standpipe regulations regarding the hoses themselves. I am an intern with the DEP in flushing, and I was assigned to find out who's responsibility it is to supply, upkeep and maintain the actual hose itself for a standard standpipe. 29 CFR 1915.507- Land-side fire protection systems section d (Fixed extinguishing systems) says that "The employer must select, install, maintain, inspect, and test all fixed systems required by OSHA as follows: 1915.507(d)(1) Standpipe and hose systems according to NFPA 14-2003 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems (incorporated by reference, see § 1915.5)" Yet I have found NFPA regulations that state a hose must only be provided if the building posses and maintains its own fire brigade, yet that is an outdated practice. My intentions are trying to figure out whether or not we are legally required to preserve and maintain the hose itself, or if we can get rid of it. Specifically because of the extra upkeep and costs. I cannot find a specific NFPA or CFR code that specifies either which way, and would appreciate some direction!

Asked by Sienna over 6 years ago

If I had to guess unfortunately if you are considering a non-fire brigade status and rely on local resources you should not have to have the items listed, but this would be subject to your OSHA and NFPA. Have you spoken to them?

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What if I call 911 to report a fire, but I put it out before the FD gets here, will they still respond?
And, when I call in a explosion how many engines or trucks will respond ( although it depends on the department)

Asked by Ty about 6 years ago

First off why would you be calling for an explosion, this does send red flags for me so I will not be answering that question. But as for the first one, we will still respond due to you may not have completely extinguished.

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Years ago my brother said he was flicking matches and my sisters blouse caught fire. Can this happen or did he hold the match to her blouse

Asked by Lucy williams about 6 years ago

Probably did and it does especially with elderly and cooking over a stove.

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Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

Asked by Dayton over 5 years ago

Criminal that get injured while victimiZing others. I will treat injuries but not feel sorry for them.

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I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

Asked by bradshmad over 6 years ago

Yes, it does.

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What are custom options you can put on a fire truck?

Asked by Papa almost 6 years ago

Many things from different hose lauouts, compartment layouts. So have special requirements for medical equipment just depends.

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What if I call 911 to report a fire, but I put it out before the FD gets here, will they still respond?
And, when I call in a explosion how many engines or trucks will respond ( although it depends on the department)

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

Years ago my brother said he was flicking matches and my sisters blouse caught fire. Can this happen or did he hold the match to her blouse

Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

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Will all the major highways and interstates close or could they?

I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

What are custom options you can put on a fire truck?

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Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

What if I call 911 to report a fire, but I put it out before the FD gets here, will they still respond?And, when I call in a explosion how many engines or trucks will respond ( although it depends on the department)

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

Years ago my brother said he was flicking matches and my sisters blouse caught fire. Can this happen or did he hold the match to her blouse

Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

Also on Jobstr...

Will all the major highways and interstates close or could they?

I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

What are custom options you can put on a fire truck?

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What if I call 911 to report a fire, but I put it out before the FD gets here, will they still respond?
And, when I call in a explosion how many engines or trucks will respond ( although it depends on the department)