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During an inspection you observe conditions affecting obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40). What is the most appropriate technical judgment?

Per AWWA M17, obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant governs the correct procedure. Distractors omit or contradict the standard.

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Question: During an inspection you observe conditions affecting obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40). What is the most appropriate technical judgment?

Answer options:

  • Treat any anomaly in obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40) as a non-deficiency regardless of severity ✅ The requirement defined for obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40) is met and recorded on the ITM report
  • Defer all action on obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40) to the next annual inspection without notification
  • Apply manufacturer marketing literature instead of the code for obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40)

Correct answer: The requirement defined for obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant (scenario variant 40) is met and recorded on the ITM report

Explanation: Per AWWA M17, obstruction clearance 3 ft / 36 in. around hydrant governs the correct procedure. Distractors omit or contradict the standard.

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