Dry Riser Servicing, Testing And Inspection

Standard Specification For Dry Riser Systems 5306 Part 1.

  • Inspect entire system, check operation of landing valves, and instantaneous couplings.
  • Check that sealing washers, caps and chain straps and padlocks are intact.
  • If cabinet mounted, check operation of locks and hinges.
  • Remove and clean air exhauster.
  • Clean and check seals in inlet breeching points.
  • Clean and check seals on inlet breeching points. Lubricate breeching box hinges and lock.
  • Issue report

Once Annually.

  • In addition to the above remove and plug air exhauster, charge entire system with water and pressure to 10 bars.
  • Leave on test for a minimum of fifteen minutes and inspect visually for leaks.
  • Upon completion de-pressurise system and drain, refit air exhauster.
  • Issue hydraulic test certificate