Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
See upcoming datesCourse Overview
- Fulfill backflow prevention tester training requirements
- Understand cross-connection and backflow hazards
- Select the right backflow prevention assembly for each application
- Test and repair backflow prevention assemblies hands on
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.
Additional Information
Fulfill Registration and Certification Requirements
Participation in this course and successful completion of the hands-on and written examinations qualifies for 40 professional development hours (PDH) or 4.0 continuing education units (CEU).
Wisconsin: Successful completion of the Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention course and exam fulfills the training requirements in Wisconsin for Cross-Connection Control Tester registration and is also approved for 40 Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services continuing education hours for many plumbing and fire sprinkler related credentials.
Minnesota and Michigan: ASSE certification is required. To earn ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification, you must register for the ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester course and exam.
Course Outline
Day 1
Introduction to Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Cross-connection basics
- Hazards to public health
- Causes of backflow
Backflow Prevention Methods
- Air gap
- Barometric loop
Backflow Prevention Assemblies—Double Check Valve Assembly (DC)
- How the Double Check Valve Assembly works
- Appropriate application of the Double Check Valve
- 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 Double Check Valve (DC) assembly test procedures
- Hands-on practice with DC testing
Day 2
Quiz
Backflow Prevention Assemblies
- Reduced Pressure Principal Assembly (RPZ)
- How the Reduced Pressure Principal Assembly 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
Workshop
- Test procedures for reduced pressure principle (RPZ), spill-resistant vacuum breaker (SVB), and pressure vacuum breaker (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 Hands-On Practical Exams
Day 5
Individual Hands-On Practical Exams Continue
Manufacturer Presentations
- Discussion of backflow prevention assemblies from various manufacturers
Written Exams
Testimonials
"Phenomenal class! Should be mandatory for everyone... went above and beyond my expectations. I will be a stronger asset to my company because of this class."
"One of the best classes I have been to in the last 20 years."
"Every journeyman or master plumber should attend the class."
"Great course, very informative, a lot of fun, instructors did a great job of keeping me involved and comfortable."
Instructors
Kevin O'Laughlin
Plumbers Services
Rushford, Minnesota
John Mahoney
Green Bay Water Utility
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Ryan Boebel
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Fennimore, Wisconsin
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.
Joe Herkowski
Sales Engineer, Herkowski Stickler & Associates, LLC
Upcoming dates (4)
Jun. 21-25, 2021
Nov. 1-5, 2021
Mar. 21-25, 2022
Oct. 24-28, 2022
Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA00447-T934
Fee: $1,295
Fee
- $1,295
-
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)
Kevin O'Laughlin, John Mahoney, Ryan Boebel, 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.
Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA00447-T938
Fee: $1,295
Fee
- $1,295
-
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)
Kevin O'Laughlin, John Mahoney, Ryan Boebel, 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.
Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA00447-U345
Fee: $1,295
Fee
- $1,295
-
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)
Ryan Boebel, Richard Davison, John Hauth, Joe Herkowski, Benjamin Jordan, John Mahoney, Kevin O'LaughlinLocations
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.
Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Location: Madison, WI
Course #: RA00447-U353
Fee: $1,295
Fee
- $1,295
-
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)
Ryan Boebel, Richard Davison, John Hauth, Joe Herkowski, Benjamin Jordan, John Mahoney, Kevin O'LaughlinLocations
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.
Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Course #: RA00447Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Date: Mon. October 21, 2019 – Fri. October 25, 2019ID: RA00447-T296
Fee:
- $1,295
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
- CEU: 4
- PDH: 40
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