When should a fire hose receive a repair tag?

• A. Only after prolonged storage
• B. When defects are found that can be corrected
• C. After every use
• D. When the hose is new

Answer: (B)

A repair tag is placed on a fire hose whenever you find a defect that can be corrected, so the hose is taken out of service until the necessary repairs are made. The tag documents the specific defect, who found it, and the date, and it signals that the hose must not be used until it’s repaired and re-tested. This ensures safety by preventing use of compromised hose until proper fixes are completed. It’s not meant for every use or just because a hose is stored for a long time, and new hoses don’t get a tag unless a defect is found.