Approval to hire a metered standpipe - Burdekin Shire Council - Queensland

Description

You will need approval to hire a metered standpipe to gain access to bulk volumes of water. A standpipe is a metered portable device used to obtain water directly from fire hydrants to water mains. Once you have hired a standpipe, you can only use it within your service provider's area.

You will be responsible for the quality of water supplied from a metered standpipe. You will also be responsible for:

  • operating the standpipe safely and in accordance with the terms and conditions of use
  • ensuring compliance with all relevant approvals and legislation relating to the carrying, supply and use of potable water sourced from a tanker filling station.

 Approval to hire a metered standpipe will not be given for any purpose other than swimming pool filling.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Exemptions

You do not need this approval to take water for firefighting purposes.

Eligibility requirements

You may need to ensure you have the following prior to submitting your application:

  • a current public liability insurance certificate (minimum of $20 million)
  • backflow test reports for all tankers
  • standpipe operator tickets for all standpipe operators.

A standpipe operator ticket can be obtained by completing training in the safe operation of the equipment. The training must be done through an approved training provider.

Potable water carriers will also be required to hold an Australian Business Number (ABN).

Access to a water fill station may need to be assessed before the hire of a standpipe can be considered.

Fees

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Forms

Administering agency

Burdekin Shire Council

Contact details

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