ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
See upcoming datesCourse Overview
Earn the ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification by completing this course and exam. The ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification meets Backflow Tester certification requirements in Minnesota, Michigan and many other states.
Who Should Attend?
Practical training for plumbers, sprinkler fitters, facility maintenance personnel, and utility workers focusing on procedures for cross-connection control, backflow prevention, and testing of backflow prevention assemblies.
Course Outline
Day 1
Introduction to Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
- Cross-connection basics
- Hazards to public health
- Causes of backflow and backflow prevention methods
- Air gap
- Barometric loop
Backflow Prevention Assemblies—Double Check Valve Assembly (DC)
- How the DC works
- Appropriate application of the DC
- Assembly limitations
Testing of Backflow Prevention Assemblies
- 3-valve and 5-valve test gauges
- Care and maintenance of test gauges
- Calibration requirements
Workshop
- Demonstration of proper testing practices
- Demonstration of DC assembly test procedures
- Hands-on practice with DC testing
Day 2
Quiz
Backflow Prevention Assemblies
- Reduced Pressure Principal Assembly (RPZ)
- How the RPZ works
- Appropriate application of the RPZ
- Pressure vacuum breaker (PVB) and spill-resistant vacuum breaker (SVB)
- How the PVB and SVB work
- Appropriate application and limitations of the PVB and SVB
- Test procedures for (RPZ), (SVB), and (PVB) assemblies
- Hands-on practice—all testable assembly types
Day 3
Backflow Prevention Devices
- Appropriate device applications
- Limitations of devices
Cross-Connection Program Authority, Responsibility, and Liability
- Federal authority
- State responsibilities
- Municipality or water purveyor responsibilities
- Designer, installer, and manufacturer responsibilities
- Facility owner responsibilities
- Liability issues
Safety
- How to minimize hazards for testers
- Personal protective equipment
- Confined space, lockout/tagout, fall prevention
Quiz
Day 4
Wisconsin Rules and Codes
- Rules and regulations
- Requirements for new and existing services
Municipal and Utility Cross-Connection Programs
- How to establish a utility cross-connection control program
- Cross-connection survey programs
- How to manage cross-connection programs—documentation, tracking, and follow-up
Troubleshooting Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventers
- How to relate malfunction symptoms to cause
- Repair of backflow preventers
- Hands-on troubleshooting and discussion
Troubleshooting Workshop—Hands-On Practice Classroom
Review Session
Individual ASSE Tester Practical Exams
Day 5
Individual ASSE Tester Practical Exams Continue
Manufacturer Presentations
- Discussion of backflow prevention assemblies from various manufacturers
ASSE written exam
Instructors
Benjamin Jordan
Program Director at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Department of Engineering Professional Development, Ben develops continuing education courses for civil engineers and public works professionals. He is also director of the Wisconsin Transportation Information Center, providing training and technical assistance to county highway departments, town road departments and city and village public works departments in Wisconsin. Mr. Jordan has over 35 years of experience in civil engineering and public works. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign and is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.
Upcoming dates (4)
Jun. 21-25, 2021
Nov. 1-5, 2021
Mar. 21-25, 2022
Oct. 24-28, 2022
ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA01409-T935
Fee: $1,595
Fee
- $1,595
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
Credit(s)
- CEU: 4
- PDH: 40
Schedule
Registration: 7:30 AM
Class begins: 8:00 AM
Class ends: 3:00 PM on final day
Instructor(s)
Benjamin JordanLocation
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows are subject to a $150 administrative fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA01409-T939
Fee: $1,595
Fee
- $1,595
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
Credit(s)
- CEU: 4
- PDH: 40
Schedule
Registration: 7:30 AM
Class begins: 8:00 AM
Class ends: 3:00 PM on final day
Instructor(s)
Benjamin JordanLocations
610 Langdon Street
Madison, WI 53703
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows are subject to a $150 administrative fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA01409-U346
Fee: $1,595
Fee
- $1,595
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
Credit(s)
- CEU: 4
- PDH: 40
Schedule
Registration: 7:30 AM
Class begins: 8:00 AM
Class ends: 3:00 PM on final day
Instructor(s)
Benjamin JordanLocations
610 Langdon Street
Madison, WI 53703
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows are subject to a $150 administrative fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA01409-U354
Fee: $1,595
Fee
- $1,595
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
Credit(s)
- CEU: 4
- PDH: 40
Schedule
Registration: 7:30 AM
Class begins: 8:00 AM
Class ends: 3:00 PM on final day
Instructor(s)
Benjamin JordanLocation
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows are subject to a $150 administrative fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Course #: RA01409ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Date: Mon. October 21, 2019 – Fri. October 25, 2019ID: RA01409-T369
Fee:
- $1,595
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
- CEU: 4
- PDH: 40
ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course and Exam
Date: Mon. March 18, 2019 – Fri. March 22, 2019ID: RA01409-T368
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