Anthony Rowett details the use of the FDC to augment or supply sprinkler or standpipe systems. At the heart of any standpipe or sprinkler system operation is the fire department connection. The ...

Connecting to the fire department connection (FDC) is a routine task that’s assigned at fires involving buildings that are equipped with standpipes and/or sprinkler systems.

The National Fire Protection Association defines Standpipe Fire Hose Station (14-2003, Ed. 1-4.28) as an arrangement of piping, valves, hose connections, and allied equipment installed in a ...