What is BS 3251 – Indicator plates for fire hydrants and emergency water supplies about?

BS 3251 discusses fire hydrants and emergency water supplies. The aim of the BS 3251 is to provide the best industry requirements for standardized indicator plates, such that they play a positive role during a fire emergency.

BS 3251 specifies requirements for hydrant, emergency water supply and meter bypass indicator plates made from sheet steel, cast iron, aluminium alloy or plastics materials, together with all removable characters and spacer pieces supplied with them.

Who is BS 3251 – Indicator plates for fire hydrants and emergency water supplies for?

BS 3251 on indicator plates is useful for:

Indicator plate manufactures
Entities involved in fire safety engineering
Quality control and testing department
Local authorities
Regulatory bodies

Why should you use BS 3251 – Indicator plates for fire hydrants and emergency water supplies?

Fire hydrants and emergency water supplies can be easily recognised by a bright yellow plate nearby which enables fire-fighters to quickly locate the cover and underground hydrant.

BS 3251 provides you with design and material requirements that can be followed while manufacturing indicator plates. This can ensure that your product complies with the standard requirement.

BS 3251 provides test methods that includes quality check of material, impact resistance test, colour stability and resistance to weathering and flexibility. This ensures that quality of your product.

BS 3251:1976

Specification. Indicator plates for fire hydrants and emergency water supplies

Current

Published:

30 Apr 1976