AS 2419.1:2021
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Fire hydrant installations System design, installation and commissioning
AS 2419.1:2020 is the Australian Standard for fire hydrant installations. It outlines the specific requirements for installing fire hydrants in buildings and structures, covering design, installation, and maintenance. The Standard provides guidelines for the correct pipe sizing, water flow, and where hydrants should be placed, among other factors. AS 2419.1:2020 ensures fire hydrant systems meet very specific safety and performance criteria so they function properly when needed for fire suppression. The Standard was updated in 2021 to ensure compliance with new fire safety regulations.
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09-03-2021
AS 2419.1 specifies requirements for the design, installation and commissioning and testing of fire hydrant installations that are used for the protection of buildings, structures, storage yards, marinas and associated moored vessels, wharves, and plant.
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FP-009
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Standard
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978 1 76113 494 4
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| Pages |
286
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Standards Australia
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Current
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Purchasing this compliance Standard offers a range of benefits for engineers, inspectors, construction companies, and other professionals that need to reduce fire risks and maintain safety and operating integrity in buildings. The Standard outlines correct and compliant installation steps for hydrant systems so they work properly during emergencies.
The AS 2419.1:2020 Standard also promotes:
- Reduced risk: The Standard will reduce the risk to human lives by ensuring fire hydrants deliver sufficient water flow and maintain consistent pressure when combating fires.
- Streamlined processes: Those who follow the Standards will streamline building approval processes, increasing the chances of passing inspections in a timely manner.
- Improved safety: The Standard demonstrates a commitment to safety, which can reduce liability risks, lower premiums, and build trust among stakeholders.
- Better long-term performance: The Standard’s focus on maintenance also ensures systems function consistently and reliably in the long term, contributing to a safer environment for building occupants and surrounding communities.
Originated as AS 2419-1980.
Revised and redesignated as AS 2419.1-1988.
Fifth edition 2017.
This edition 2021.
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