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The document is a Fire Flow Test Request Form from the Boston Water and Sewer Commission, detailing the process for applicants to request fire flow information or conduct hydrant flow tests. It includes instructions for completing the form, necessary fees, and contact information for submission. The form is divided into three parts: general site information, request for fire flow information, and request for hydrant flow test.

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Begin with PART I: GENERAL SITE INFORMATION. Fill in your name, address, city/town, state, and extended zip code. Provide details about the project name/description and its location, including street names or intersections.
Next, complete the contact numbers section by entering your work number, mobile number, and fax number for easy communication.
Move on to PART II: REQUEST FOR FIRE FLOW INFORMATION. Specify the hydrant(s) you are inquiring about based on the GIS maps provided. Ensure all relevant information is included for a comprehensive request.
In PART III: REQUEST FOR HYDRANT FLOW TEST, write a brief description of the hydrant flow test you are requesting. Remember to include a narrative letter and a BW SC GIS map identifying the hydrants.
Finally, ensure that your request is accompanied by a check for $442.00 made payable to Boston Water & Sewer Commission before mailing or hand-delivering it to Engineering Customer Services.

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What is the NFPA for flow test?

NFPA 291 provides a procedure for flow testing. To help identify the amount of water available from a given hydrant, some authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) will use a hydrant marking system. Although its up to the jurisdiction exactly what colors are used, NFPA 291 provides a recommended color scheme.

What is the NFPA 5 year flow test?

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What is the annual flow test for a fire pump?

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What is the flow rate of NFPA 1710?

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What is the NFPA 291 standard?

NFPA 291 provides guidance on fire flow tests and marking of hydrants in order to determine and indicate the relative available fire service water supply from hydrants and to identify possible deficiencies which could be corrected to ensure adequate fire flows as needed.

What is a fire flow test?

A fire flow test is the measurement of the normal operating pressure in the water mains under normal distribution-system flow conditions (static pressure), the pressure in the water mains when water is flowing during the test (residual pressure), and the flow pressure at the outlet (pitot pressure).

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