A Firefighter’s Guide to the Fire Department Connection - Fire Engineering

Engine 1 training on Fire Department Connection (FDC). Fun Fact: An FDC is a designated inlet and piping system on the exterior of a building that allows fire department personnel to supplement the building’s fire sprinkler or standpipe system with additional water supply. In the event of a fire, responders can connect their hoses from a pumper truck to the FDC, enabling them to pump extra water into the system. This helps to increase water pressure and flow, ensuring sufficient resources to eff

Replacing a Fire Department Connection Swivel

Establishing a Yearly Fire Department Training Schedule