PACON PLUMBING SCHOOL- APPRENTICESHIP TESTING AND TRAINING. The backflow tester certification is a twenty-four hour class and the backflow tester re-certification is an eight-hour class as required by the Ohio Industrial Compliance Division, Ohio Department of Commerce.

How do I get backflow prevention certification?

Provide a copy of successfully passing a formal backflow prevention course. Be employed by a California State Licensed Contractor or possess a State Contractor’s License. Submit a Certified Backflow Tester Application with fee of $340.00 (checks/money orders payable to: Los Angeles County Public Health ).

What is backflow testing?

What Is Backflow Testing? The backflow testing process tests your plumbing to ensure dirty water does not infiltrate the drinking water supply. This can happen if the system loses pressure. This test can be done during a standard plumbing inspection.

What is a PVB backflow?

A pressure vacuum breaker (PVB) is a type of backflow prevention device, used to keep non-potable (or contaminated) water from entering the water supply. A PVB is similar to an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB), except that the PVB contains a spring-loaded poppet.

How often do backflow devices need to be tested?

How often does my backflow preventer need to be tested? Reduced Pressure Zone (RPZ) assembly needs to be tested annually and rebuilt every 5 years. Double Check Valve (DCV) assembly needs to be tested every 3 years.

How do I become a newwa backflow prevention device Inspector/tester?

Written and practical exams for students to become a NEWWA-certified Backflow Prevention Device Inspector/Tester are given on the last day of the course.

When will the backflow prevention and cross connection control certifications be extended?

October 7, 2020 – ALL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSPECTOR/TESTER CERTIFICATIONS THAT EXPIRE IN 2020 AND 2021 ARE EXTENDED TO DECEMBER 31, 2021 NEWWA’s Board of Certification of Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control met on August 28, 2020, to discuss and re-evaluate the status of certifications during the on-going Coronavirus pandemic.

What kind of training does newnewwa offer?

NEWWA offers more than 300 training courses each year on distribution, treatment, water resources, public education, cross connection, backflow prevention, safety, security, and management. View our calendar to see and register for upcoming courses.

What information will I receive from the backflow prevention course?

Each participant will receive a copy of the “AWWA Manual (M14), Recommended Practice for Backflow Prevention,” pertinent plumbing code information by state, sample survey sheets, and other handouts such as segments of as-built drawings and plans.