Hydrant Identification

Hydrants provide the means for drawing water from mains. One of the key reasons for their installation on water mains is for use by fire services during firefighting operations for property protection and fire suppression. These operations may include all manner of fire service emergencies and other situations requiring access to water ranging from those involving residential dwellings to major bush fires.

The Identification of Street Hydrants for Firefighting Purposes Guidelines provide the preferred position of the fire services in Victoria. They provide a reference source for water utilities (their consultants and contractors), municipalities and other parties responsible for provision and maintenance of identification components of street hydrants for firefighting purposes.