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Standpipe — 5-Year Hydrostatic & Flow Test (3 RCNY 912-01)

Buildings with a standpipe system must perform a 5-year hydrostatic pressure test plus a flow test, conducted before an FDNY representative under 3 RCNY 912-01.

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Who is covered

Buildings with a standpipe system — generally those over 75 ft, or with a combined sprinkler/standpipe system.

What the law requires

  • Engage a qualified contractor and book the FDNY-witnessed test well in advance.
  • Apply the required pressure (per code) before replacing FDC check-valve clappers; document the result.
  • Address deficiencies and re-test as required.

Filing frequency and deadlines

Filing frequency

Every 5 years (FDNY-witnessed).

Key deadlines

5-year cycle; NFPA 25 also requires more frequent routine standpipe checks.

Penalty structure

Non-compliance with Standpipe can result in the following penalties:

  • FDNY violation/summons for a standpipe system not tested on the 5-year cycle.

Exemptions

  • Buildings with no standpipe system.

Recent updates and amendments

Vendor materials sometimes market this as 'annual' — it is a 5-year statutory test under 3 RCNY 912-01.

Reference

3 RCNY 912-01; NYC Fire Code §905; NFPA 25FDNY Bureau of Fire Prevention

Official source: 3 RCNY 912-01 — Periodic Testing

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