Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control

COURSE OVERVIEW

Backflow prevention and cross-connection control provides guidance to water operators on the recommended procedures and practices for operating a cross-connection control program. The purpose of any such program is to reduce the risk of contamination or pollution of the public water system. A cross-connection is an actual or potential connection between any part of a potable water system and any other environment that contains other substances that, under any circumstances, would allow such substances to enter the potable water system.

COURSE OUTLINE

Introduction Program Administration Backflow Principles Backflow Prevention Assembly Application, Installation, and Maintenance Typical Hazards Appendices.

PREREQUISITE

Open.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Water and wastewater utility field staff.