Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
3067
Course Name
Backflow Prevention Device Inspector (Tester) Training
Contact Hours
27.5
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
American Water Works Association - PA Section
Primary Contact
Melanie Greene
melanie@paawwa.org
717-774-8870 Ext.
Website
Description
This training instructs individuals on how to test backflow prevention devices. Students will be instructed on how to test a reduced pressure zone principle backflow prevention assembly, double check valve assembly and pressure vacuum breaker assembly.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
* BF introduction
* Cross connection control
* 6 methods of protection
* Health hazards
* State speaker
* Troubleshooting
* State regs
* How to complete forms
* Device identification
* Practical and written exam
Target Audience
Public and private water system and wastewater system employees
Training Format
Classroom