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Why 5-Yearly Hydrant Flow Testing Is Essential

When it comes to fire safety compliance, some things can’t be overlooked—and fire hydrant flow testing is one of them. Required every 5 years under Australian Standards (AS 1851), a hydrant flow test ensures your site’s fire hydrant system performs as it should when it matters most.

If you’re managing a large site, shopping centre, strata complex, or industrial facility, you know how critical these systems are for both safety and compliance. But here’s the good news: we take the stress out of it.

What Is a Hydrant Flow Test?

A hydrant flow test measures water pressure and flow rate at each hydrant. It’s the only way to confirm your hydrants will work effectively in the event of a fire. Without proper pressure, even the best-designed system won’t deliver enough water to suppress flames and protect lives and property.

Why  Do You Need a Hydrant Flow Test Every 5 Years?

The 5-year interval is a national requirement to ensure systems haven’t degraded or been altered over time. Blockages, corrosion, pressure loss, or system changes can go unnoticed—but a flow test will catch them before they become a liability.

Neglecting your 5-year test could leave you exposed in more ways than one—non-compliance penalties, voided insurance, and, worst of all, underperforming equipment in an emergency.

What We Offer

We provide fast, reliable, and fully compliant 5-year hydrant flow testing services across Australia and New Zealand. Here’s what sets us apart:

✅ Experienced, qualified technicians

✅ Minimal disruption to your site operations

✅ Accurate reporting and documentation

✅ Clear communication throughout the process

✅ Friendly service that puts safety first

We work with facility managers, strata teams, councils, owners and major retailers—so whether you’re overseeing one building or 50, we’ve got the scale and expertise to handle it.

Book Your Test With Confidence

Don’t leave it to the last minute. We’ll take care of your testing, reporting, and any remedial works if needed, so you stay compliant without the hassle.

📅 Ready to book your 5-year hydrant flow test?
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