Start with the actual connection.
Record where potable water is available and how the proposed line reaches the trailer. Include the connection type, hose routing, protection from damage, and any operating restrictions known to the facility. Ask who will install, inspect, and maintain the temporary arrangement.
- Potable-water source and connection point
- Assigned equipment and operating instructions
- Proposed temporary line and protection
- Responsible installer and approving authority
- Cold-weather protection and shutdown procedure
Discuss backflow protection before installation.
The FDA’s 2022 Food Code addresses protection against contamination at water-system connections. It is a model code, and adoption and local requirements vary. Have qualified project personnel review the applicable rules and equipment rather than choosing an air gap or device from a general rental page.
FDA Food Code and adoption contextConnect water planning with the wash line.
Review the water source alongside electrical service, wastewater collection, staff access, and the requested operating date. If the project also includes a mobile kitchen, identify the separate connections and responsibilities so an outage or shared service limit does not surprise either operation.


