During hose testing, what should be avoided to ensure safety?

When conducting hose testing, safety is paramount, and one critical aspect is to ensure that the hose is not pumped on the panel side. This practice can pose significant risks. By operating on the panel side, there's an increased chance of injury due to the force exerted during the testing process. If the hose were to fail or burst while under pressure, it could result in dangerous situations, including the potential for the hose to whip or cause projectiles from the failure.

Maintaining safety during hose testing means adhering to proper procedures, including positioning and securing apparatus so that operators and supporting personnel are away from the direct line of pressure release if a hose were to unexpectedly fail. Therefore, avoiding pumping a line on the panel side is a crucial part of ensuring that hose testing can be performed safely and effectively.