In all pipe used for fire protection and not metered, all outlet valves on hydrants, hose connections, and drips and blow-offs, etc., exclusive of MAIN controlling valves, shall be closed and sealed by the Superintendent of Distribution and/or an inspector authorized by the Chief of the Fire Department, working under his direction. The use of drip or blow-off valves for draining fire services shall be allowed only in cases of absolute necessity, and in no case shall their installation be permitted unless furnished with a valve, which shall be approved and sealed by the Division of Water and the Chief of the Fire Department, and the end of every such pipe shall be exposed to view at all times. All such valves, hydrants, etc., must be so constructed or altered at the expense of the owner, that they can be easily and securely sealed in a manner satisfactory to the Superintendent of Distribution and the Chief of the Fire Department. When using drip or blow-off pipes, the size shall be approved by the Division of Water.
(Ord. 167-96. Passed 9-16-96.)