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4. INSPECT & TEST
EMERGENCY
EQUIPMENT.
With an increased risk of fires in the summer, it's
time to examine your community's emergency
equipment, like fire extinguishers and hydrants.
All emergency fire equipment must function
correctly when needed, so testing is an absolute
must. They also need to be easily visible and
accessible in case of a fire.
Check your association's governing documents
to see who owns your community's fire hydrants
and who is responsible for maintaining them. In
some cases, the water utility, city, or local fire
district will own hydrants located on easements
and test and tag them annually.
However, HOAs often own community
fire hydrants and must schedule and fund
inspections and repairs. If this responsibility
falls on the HOA board, work with a reputable
company to test and maintain fire hydrants and
other safety equipment.
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