DESIGN AND TESTING OF FIREFIGHTING WATER INTAKE POINTS
We offer a comprehensive solution for the design, testing, and documentation of firefighting water supply points – including dry hydrants.
In the course of our work, we follow the requirements of the following legal acts and standards:
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Regulation No. 4 of the Minister of Economic Affairs and Infrastructure, dated 17 January 2024 – Requirements for ensuring firefighting water supply
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Regulation No. 8 of the Minister of the Interior, dated 23 February 2021 – Procedure for the use and inspection of firefighting water intake
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EVS 812-6:2012/A2:2017 – Firefighting water supply. Part 6: Water intake points
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We design the water intake point
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Construction of the water intake point
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We test the completed water intake point and carry out the necessary steps in the use permit procedure
What does the water intake point design service include?
• Analysis of the site’s water intake options and consultation
• Preparing the design with a site plan, technical solutions and explanatory note
• Preparing and submitting the building notice in the building register
• Testing and checking the firefighting water intake point (incl. access, signage, water flow)
• Support in the use permit procedure after successful testing and completion of the documents
Dry hydrant – the standard solution
Today it is no longer possible or sensible to plan classic water intake directly from a body of water – which is why dry hydrants are used as the main solution in rural areas and new residential areas.
We offer DN150 and DN200 dry hydrants, which are suitable for the banks of bodies of water and tanks, meet the connection requirements of rescue equipment and can be designed and installed according to the standard EVS 812-6.
We install the signage, test the hydrant and help prepare the necessary documentation.
Additional service: analytical assessment and water transport calculation
On request we also offer:
• Assessment of the suitability of a firefighting water intake point
• A water transport calculation (e.g. a more distant water intake point or shared access)
• A risk analysis and preparation of a justified exemption for the Rescue Board or the local government
If you need a competent partner for designing or testing a water intake point or handling the paperwork, we will help quickly and correctly.
We make sure your site meets fire safety requirements – efficiently, lawfully and professionally.
Head of Fire Safety Services
Ardon Kaerma
One of the first LEVEL 6 fire safety experts in Estonia.
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Fire safety expert, level 6 – professional certificate 233281
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Security systems designer, level 6 – professional certificate 223445
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Member of the Estonian rescue team EDRT
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Member of the Estonian EST-USAR rescue team deployed to Hatay province, Türkiye, in 2023
TULIPUNANE: a reliable and experienced partner in fire safety
Tulipunane OÜ is a privately owned company that has been providing fire safety services since 2012. Our core business is developing fire safety solutions for the design and construction stages.
Our strength is our experienced fire safety specialists, who find a sensible solution even in the most difficult situations.
Frequently asked questions
What is a dry hydrant and when is it needed?
A dry hydrant is a pipe system that makes water from a natural body of water or a tank accessible, so that rescuers can draw water from it. In rural areas and new residential areas it is the main firefighting water supply solution, as drawing water directly from a body of water is no longer practical.
Which requirements is a water intake point designed to?
Regulation No. 4 of the Minister of Economic Affairs and Infrastructure of 17.01.2024 “Requirements for ensuring firefighting water supply”, Regulation No. 8 of the Minister of the Interior and the standard EVS 812-6.
What does the service include?
Analysis of the water intake options, the design (site plan, technical solutions, explanatory note), submitting the building notice in the building register, testing the completed water intake point and assistance in the use permit procedure. We offer DN150 and DN200 dry hydrants.
What if there is no suitable body of water nearby?
We prepare a water transport calculation and a risk analysis and, if necessary, a justified exemption application to the Rescue Board or the local government.
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