Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
431
Course Name
Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers Certification
Contact Hours
32.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Rural Water Association
Primary Contact
Joel Jordan
jjordan@prwa.com
8143539302 Ext. 201
Website
Description
All public water systems need to be concerned about backflow and cross-connection because all hydraulic systems are subject to pressure diferentials that allow backflow to occur. Chapter 109.709 states that "At the direction of the Department, the public water supplier shall develop and implement a comprehensive control program for the elimination of existing cross-connections." This course will enable systems to enact a cross-connection control program. In addition to enacting the program participants will learn how to test and troubleshoot backflow prevention assemblies to ensure continued protection to their water supply
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
1. Hydraulics 10. Backflow Prevention Application
2. Definitions 11. Backflow Assembly Testing & Cert.
3. Devices 12. Differential Pressure
4. Thermal Expansion 13. Backflow Tester Safety
5. Components and Operation 14. Reporting Test Results
6. Double Check Valves 15. Backflow Prevent. Devices/Assembly
7. Guidelines for Installation 16. Backflow Assembly Repair
8. Vacuum Breaker Backflow Preventers 17. PA. Recommended Control Practices
9. Atomspheric Vacuum Breaker
Target Audience
Operators, Managers, Plumbers, Sprinkler Fitters, and Maintenance Personnel
Training Format
Classroom