Backflow Assembly Tester Certification
This program covers aspects of cross connection controls and backflow preventer assembly testing as published in the AWWA Canadian Cross Connection Control 2007 Manual published by the Western Canada Section American Water Works Association (WCS AWWA) and is followed by the BCWWA Backflow Assembly Testers Certification. Upon successful completion of the final exam, the BCWWA Backflow Assembly Tester Certificate is issued. Course topics include:
- Introduction to Cross Connection Control
- Causes of backflow
- Health aspects
- Backflow incidents review
- Legal aspects
- Hazard classifications and types of hazards
- Methods of backflow control (types of backflow preventers)
- General installation requirements
- Cross connection control program basics
- Troubleshooting and repair of backflow preventers
- Theoretical and practical testing procedures for:
- Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventer
- Double Check Valve Assembly
- Pressure Vacuum Breaker
- Spill Resistant Pressure Vacuum Breaker
Course Schedule:
March 28, 2022 - April 01, 2022
Dawson Creek Campus
Course Code: 2021YC WFTR TI58 DP001
Room: A104 & Plumbing Shop A127
**Registration closes: February 25, 2022**
Minimum and maximum student requirements is 8
Exam registration and fees are separate through BCWWA. Click HERE to set up your BCWWA account and register for the exam 2 weeks prior to program start.
TO REGISTER
Please call 1-866-463-6652 with the Registration Code or visit us on any campus.
Refund & Withdrawal Policy: No refunds after February 25, 2022. Full refund if written notification is received prior to February 25, 2022. Notification email to be sent to Continuing Education at ce@nlc.bc.ca
