Which of the following is a valid time to perform service testing of fire hose?

• A. Biweekly
• B. Monthly
• C. Annually
• D. Daily

Answer: (C)

Service testing checks that hoses are still capable of performing under expected service conditions after use, aging, or repairs. The idea is to verify integrity without imposing unnecessary wear from testing itself. Testing daily or even biweekly would subject the hose to repeated pressurization too often, increasing wear and shortening its life; monthly is still more frequent than needed for routine maintenance. An annual service test strikes a practical balance, catching deterioration over time while keeping the testing impact on hose life reasonable and fitting typical maintenance schedules. If hoses see heavy use or have been repaired, they should be retested as needed, but the normal cadence is yearly.