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Which statement correctly describes obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35)?

Per NFPA 25 §7.2 / AWWA C503 (wet-barrel), obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant governs the correct procedure. Distractors omit or contradict the

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Question: Which statement correctly describes obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35)?

Answer options:

  • Use a generic municipal bylaw in place of the NFPA / referenced standard for obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35) ✅ The technician follows the acceptance criteria associated with obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35)
  • Ignore the requirement for obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35) since it is non-mandatory
  • Replace the entire system rather than address obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35) per the standard

Correct answer: The technician follows the acceptance criteria associated with obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 35)

Explanation: Per NFPA 25 §7.2 / AWWA C503 (wet-barrel), obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant governs the correct procedure. Distractors omit or contradict the standard.

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