Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
5921
Course Name
Backflow Prevention Device Tester Recertification Review Training
Contact Hours
6.0
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
The Backflow Prevention Device Inspector/Tester Recertification Training is designed as a review course for those individuals who have let their certifications lapse six months and need to become recertified and/or have not met their recertification requirements of 50 tests in a three year period and 0.6 CEUs of approved training. This is a one-day review training and each individual will receive 0.6 CEUs upon completion. In order to become recertified each individual must pass a performance examination. Key issues will be covered to update the certified tester in the areas of cross-connection control and testing backflow prevention devices. A thorough "hands-on" review of testing procedures on various devices from different manufacturers will be integrated into the program.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
-Introduction
-Regulations Review
-NEWWA Backflow Prevention Device Testing Procedures
-Trouble Shooting
-Filling Out Test Forms
-Hands-on Lab Time
Target Audience
Anyone who has been a Certified Backflow Prevention Device Inspector who has a current or expired certification. Persons included may be but are not limited to: Water Treatment Operators, Waste Water Treatment Operators, Plumbers, Fire Sprinkler Pipe Fitters, Fire Service Professionals, Department of Public Works Employees, etc.
Training Format
Classroom