Please contact Cynthia for the waiting list for the next class.
** DPOR APPROVED for Backflow Prevention Device Workers and
Water and Wastewater Operators **
Registration Fee $625
What to Expect
Light breakfast items and snacks will be provided each day. Lunch will be provided on the first four days. The first four days of class are full days of classroom and lab instruction. On the last day, students will complete both hands-on and written testing. This generally wraps up around noon. Students should plan to wear shoes that can get wet and dress for a little splash. Depending on the weather and time of year, the wet lab may be indoors or outside under shelter. Participants will be asked to study/review on their own each evening.
Course Topics
This training course addresses the following 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 Frank Kelsey.
Sponsors
This training program is being presented by the Virginia Section AWWA with support from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Drinking Water. The City of Williamsburg is graciously allowing the use of their Emergency Operations Center classroom and bay for this training.
Classroom and hands-on instruction will be provided by Frank Kelsey.
Sponsors
This training program is being presented by the Virginia Section AWWA with support from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Drinking Water. The City of Williamsburg is graciously allowing the use of their Emergency Operations Center classroom and bay for this training.
Cancellations:
Please view our Cancellation and Refund policy.
COVID Considerations:
This event will follow any local or facility policies for social distancing and masking.
Successful completion of this class satisfies the requirement for someone with 4 or more 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
Cynthia Barnes
cynthia.barnes@vaawwa.org
434.238.5131