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ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification Course

32.0

Drinking Water and Wastewater

Pennsylvania Water Specialties Inc. - PAWSC Inc.

Ralph Yanora

rvy@yanora.com

570 655 8633 Ext.

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The course is designed for water treatment plant operators and administrators. Chapter 1 covers basic backflow hydraulics, Chapter 2 covers the different types of cross-connections, and the degree of hazard. Chapter 3 describes in detail how to apply protection and to prevent backflow using airgaps and backflow prevention devices. Chapter 3 will also explain how the devices work and will cover proper installation guidlines. Chapter 4 will cover the elements of a comprehensive cross-connection control program, gage care, repair and maintenance considerations, etc. A hands on testing work shop, held each afternoon, will allow students to practice test procedures on the reduced pressure principal assembly, double check valve assembly, and pressure vacuum breaker . Test benches with working backflow preventers and differential pressure gauges will be used. ASSE test procedures will be reviewed will be taught in the classroom and then put into practice in the Wet Lab. A written exam will be given at the conclusion of the course to evaluate the students. Students must also demonstrate proficiency in testing assemblies covered in the course.

Intermediate

* Introduction * Backflow Incidence Discussion * Working Together for Safe Water Film * Hydraulics and Backflow *Connections * The Operation of the Reduced Pressure Principal Assembly * Watch video on testing the RP * Reduced Pressure Principal Assembly (RP) * Guided Testing and Lecture * Diagnostics * Practice testing RP in small groups and individually * RP Diagnostics and Review * Air Gaps * Degree of Hazard *Connection Control Plans *Connection Control Plan *Connection Control Plan Template CD * The Operation of the Double Check Valve Assembly * Field Test Procedures for the Double Check Valve Assembly (RP) * Lecture and guided testing * Diagnostics * Practice testing the DC & RP in small groups and individually * DC and RP Diagnostics and Review * Internal Protection vs. System Protection/Plumbing Co

Water operators, system managers, plumbers.

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