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Hose Management

The Hose Management module provides comprehensive tracking for fire hoses, including test scheduling, repair history, and status management.

Overview

Section titled “Overview”

Hose Management enables:

  • Hose inventory tracking
  • Automated test scheduling (interval configurable per brigade)
  • Pass/fail test results
  • Repair tracking and history
  • Status management (in service, out of service, retired)
  • Soft delete capability
  • Compliance reporting

Hose Records

Section titled “Hose Records”

Each hose includes:

  • Reference number: Unique identifier
  • Coupling type: Connection type (Storz, BSP, etc.)
  • Diameter: Hose diameter (e.g., 38mm, 64mm)
  • Length: Hose length in meters
  • Material: Construction material
  • In service date: Date hose was commissioned
  • Status: Current operational status
  • Next test due: Automatically calculated

Hose Status

Section titled “Hose Status”

Hoses can have three statuses:

In Service

Section titled “In Service”
  • Actively used and operational
  • Available for deployment
  • Must be tested on schedule

Out of Service

Section titled “Out of Service”
  • Temporarily unavailable
  • Triggered by failed test with repair needed
  • Returns to in_service after passing test

Retired

Section titled “Retired”
  • Permanently removed from service
  • Failed test with retirement flag
  • Cannot return to service
  • Retained in system for records

Hose Testing

Section titled “Hose Testing”

Test Schedule

Section titled “Test Schedule”

Configurable test cycle (default: 12 months):

  • Testing interval: Set by brigade admins in Settings (1, 3, 6, or 12 months)
  • In service date: Initial test due based on configured interval from commissioning
  • After each test: Next test due based on configured interval from test date
  • Overdue tracking: Dashboard warnings for overdue tests
  • Due soon: Alerts for tests due within 30 days

Conducting Tests

Section titled “Conducting Tests”

Test workflow:

  1. Select hose for testing
  2. Perform physical test (pressure test, visual inspection)
  3. Record test result (pass/fail)
  4. Add test notes
  5. Submit test record

Test Results

Section titled “Test Results”

Pass

  • Next test due date set based on your brigade’s configured interval (default: 12 months)
  • Status remains in_service
  • Hose available for use

Fail + Retire

  • Status changed to retired
  • Permanently removed from active inventory
  • Retained for historical records

Fail + Repair Needed

  • Status changed to out_of_service
  • Repair record created
  • Hose unavailable until repaired and re-tested

Hose Repairs

Section titled “Hose Repairs”

Creating Repairs

Section titled “Creating Repairs”

Repairs can be triggered by:

  • Failed hose test
  • Manual creation for damage
  • Preventive maintenance

Repair Records

Section titled “Repair Records”

Each repair tracks:

  • Hose: Associated hose
  • Repair date: When repair was performed
  • Repair type: Nature of repair (coupling, patch, etc.)
  • Performed by: User who completed repair
  • Notes: Repair description and details
  • Cost: Optional repair cost tracking

Repair Workflow

Section titled “Repair Workflow”
  1. Identify issue: Failed test or damage discovered
  2. Create repair record: Document issue and repair plan
  3. Perform repair: Physical repair work
  4. Complete repair: Update record with completion details
  5. Re-test: Conduct new hose test
  6. Return to service: If test passes, status returns to in_service

Soft Delete

Section titled “Soft Delete”

Hoses support soft delete for data retention:

  • Delete action: Sets deleted_at timestamp
  • Hidden from active lists: Not shown in standard views
  • Recoverable: Can be restored if needed
  • Historical data: Retained for reporting and compliance
  • Test history: All tests and repairs preserved

Reporting

Section titled “Reporting”

Generate hose management reports:

  • Inventory report: All hoses by status
  • Test schedule: Upcoming and overdue tests
  • Test history: Past test results by hose
  • Repair history: Repairs by hose or date range
  • Compliance: Test coverage and completion rates

Best Practices

Section titled “Best Practices”

Hose Identification

Section titled “Hose Identification”
  • Use clear reference numbers (e.g., H-001, STATION1-38MM-01)
  • Label physical hoses to match system
  • Include coupling type in reference for quick identification
  • Document diameter and length clearly

Testing Schedule

Section titled “Testing Schedule”
  • Test hoses before due date to allow time for repairs
  • Batch test hoses by location or type for efficiency
  • Review test results promptly
  • Address failed tests quickly

Configuring Test Interval

Section titled “Configuring Test Interval”

Brigade admins can customize the testing interval:

  1. Go to Brigade Settings → Features tab
  2. Find the Hose Testing Settings section
  3. Select your preferred interval: Monthly (1 month), Quarterly (3 months), Bi-annual (6 months), or Annual (12 months)
  4. Click Save Hose Testing Settings

The interval applies to all hoses in your brigade. New units default to 12 months.

Repair Management

Section titled “Repair Management”
  • Document repairs thoroughly
  • Track repair costs for budgeting
  • Identify patterns (recurring failures)
  • Replace hoses with excessive repair history

Status Management

Section titled “Status Management”
  • Retire hoses that fail multiple times
  • Keep out_of_service duration minimal
  • Review retired hoses annually for disposal
  • Maintain adequate in_service inventory

Inventory Planning

Section titled “Inventory Planning”
  • Track hose age and usage
  • Plan replacement budget
  • Maintain spare inventory
  • Consider hose type standardization
Section titled “Related Features”
  • Equipment - Track other fire service equipment
  • Vehicles - Hoses may be assigned to vehicles
  • Actions - Repair tasks can be tracked as actions