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This three (3) day training course is offered in support of the Safe Drinking Water Act and Virginia Waterworks Regulations. It is designed to prepare participants to test, inspect, and provide in-line maintenance of reduced pressure zone and other backflow prevention devices. Training includes both classroom and hands-on instruction with actual devices.
Sorry, this class is full. Please contact Cynthia Barnes for waiting list or click here for December class option.
 
 
** DPOR APPROVED for Backflow Prevention Device Workers and 
Water and Wastewater Operators with 7+ years experience**
 
Successful completion of this class satisfies the requirement for someone with more than 7 years of work experience “in a water distribution system”, as verified by their employer, to “sit” for the state exam. More information can be found on the DPOR website:  https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/Tradesmen 

Registration Fee  $350
Continental breakfast and complimentary lunch will be provided.
 
Course Topics
This training course addresses the following topics:
  • Definitions and related terms
  • Types of backflow protection devices and equipment
  • In-line inspection and maintenance
  • Hands-on practice with test equipment
  • Controlling agencies and regulations
  • Cross-connection record-keeping
  • Examples of cross connections

Who Should Attend?
Individuals who will find this course beneficial include:
  • Water and Wastewater Utility Personnel
  • Plumbers - all grades
  • Building and plumbing officials
  • Plumbing and public utility inspectors
  • Building maintenance specialists
 
Instructors
Classroom and hands-on instruction will be provided by Wade Hill of Wade in Cross Connections.

Sponsors
This training program is being presented by the Virginia Section AWWA with support from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Drinking Water. 
 
Cancellations: 
Please view our Cancellation and Refund policy.   
 
COVID Considerations: 
This event will follow any local or facility policies for social distancing and masking. 
 
 
 
Where
Lee Hall Maintenance and Operations Center
425 Industrial Park Drive
Newport News, VA 23608
United States of America
Organizers
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Cynthia Barnes
cynthia.barnes@vaawwa.org
434.238.5131