Dry riser testing, servicing and maintenance

Dry risers are empty pipes which run up the height of a building, and are often a legal requirement for premises over two stories high. Dry riser systems can assist the fire brigade to quickly access the vital water supply needed to help control a fire. Dry risers have landing valves on each floor of the building, which the fire brigade connect their hoses to, enabling access to the water supply which feeds up the vertical pipe.

British Standards compliance

To comply with British Standards BS9990:2006 dry risers should have a visual inspection every 6 months, and a full wet test annually. These inspections ensure all component parts are not damaged in anyway, and are therefore in full working order. If you’re concerned about possible damage from conducting a wet test, Abbot Fire Group can undertake a dry test first to ascertain the integrity of the system. Obviously if this test highlights any problem areas, these can be rectified prior to undertaking the wet test.

British Standards BS9990:2006 also has strict recommendations for the signage requirements for dry risers. As you would expect, we can supply these important, industry recognised signs for your dry riser.

Dry riser testing

Abbot Fire Group can help with your regular dry riser testing, servicing and maintenance ensuring the system can be relied upon in the event of a fire. Call 01280 824111 or email.

The illustration to the right shows a dry riser schematic, including dry riser inlet and landing valves.