At what pressure is hose testing conducted according to VCFD standards?

Hose testing is a critical safety procedure conducted to ensure that fire hoses can withstand operational pressures without failure. According to VCFD standards, hose testing is performed at a pressure of 250 psi. This pressure is established based on the average operational requirements and the stress that hoses are likely to encounter during actual firefighting scenarios. By testing at this pressure, the VCFD ensures that all hoses in the fleet are capable of handling the pressures they will experience in the field, thus providing a higher level of safety and reliability for firefighting operations. The choice of 250 psi also considers the material integrity and durability of standard fire hoses, ensuring they are robust enough to perform effectively in emergencies.