Crossconnection control policy for single or dual family residential customers technical reference item number. Cross connection control procedures manual the city of olympia. Environmental protection agency, water supply division, washington d. Lucie county utilities department policy on cross connection control this cross. This manual provides guidance to all professionals working with the potable water supply on the recommended procedures and practices for developing, operating, and maintaining an efficient and effective crossconnection control program. If you need to mail items to canv awwa, please use the following address canv section, awwa p. Crossconnection control program specialists canv awwa. Current guidelines and procedures in managing an effective cross connection control program. This manual provides guidance to all professionals working with the potable water supply. The purpose of this manual is to establish an effective cross connection control program ccc. Water works association awwa manual of water supply. Water works association awwa manual of water supply practices m14 manual and also complies with the florida administrative code f. Manual m14 provides a total cross connection control program for your water system.
Crossconnection control manual toho water authority. Established in 1881, it has a membership of around 50,000 members worldwide. Pnws awwa offers their cross connection control manual, accepted procedure and practice, 6th edition, a widely accepted reference fro cross connection control. Statement of policy on public water supply matters. October 2010 revision page 6 4 only the following are considered to be backflow prevention devices. Order the seventh edition 2012 of the pnws awwa cross connection control accep ted procedure and practice manual. Drinking water cross connection control programs explains what a cross connection is and advises water purveyors on measures that must be taken to protect their. This article presents the awwa joint committee report on recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross. The relief port shall a minimum clearance of twelve 12 and a maximum clearance of thirty inches 30. Awwa m142014 backflow prevention and cross connection control, fourth edition. Please note there has been a delay in the receipt of items mailed via usps. The owwa cross connection control committee has established and maintains a program for training of testers. Ship this item qualifies for free shipping buy online, pick up in store.
Sample exam questions and recommended references for. Drinking water quality will be jeopardized without a persistent effort in cross connection control, regardless of efforts to protect the source of supply and improved treatment techniques. This fourth edition of awwa manual m14, backflow prevention and. Welcome to the pnws awwa cross connection committee page mission statement. Awwa canadian cross connection control manual awwa manual m14 backflow prevention and cross connection control national plumbing code of canada 2015 npc canadian standards association csa, csa b64. Other manuals include summary of backflow incidents and cross connection control supplement, sample letters, test report books, and record forms.
Recommended practices, provides both technical and general guidance on the recom. Welcome to the pnws awwa cross connection committee page mission statement the purpose of the pnws awwa cross connection committee is to provide a communication network and information resource for cross connection specialist and testers through the states of idaho, oregon and washington, with a focus on individual support, education and training. It provides both technical and general informa tion to aid in the development, implementation, and management of a crossconnection control and backflow. The rules requirethat the programinclude a written plan that is developedusing recommendedpractices ofthe american waterworks association often referred to as the awwa manual m14. M14 backflow prevention and crossconnection control. This practice manual describes the causes and prevention of backflow and cross connections. A cross connection is any actual or potential physical connection between a public water system, and any source of nonpotable liquid, solid or gas that could contaminate the potable water supply by backflow backflow is the reversal of flow of water or other substances into the public water system or consumers potable water system. The cross connection control manual has been prepared by the department of public health dph drinking water division dwd with the assistance of the cross connection control committee of connecticut section of the american water works association to help inspection officials who are responsible for the safety of the water. The cross connection control manual is a product of the cross connection control committee.
Usc foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research a. Cross connection specialist examination each cross connection specialist applicant must submit the following items. In accordance with the cross connection management program advocated by the american water works association awwa, recertification of backflow prevention device testers is required every 5 years. When initiating a cross connection control program, a supplier should first put a major emphasis on isolating those facilities that pose the greatest hazard in the most vulnerable portions of the distribution system. Pnwsawwa drinking water management resources for northwest. It provides both technical and general informa tion to aid in the development, implementation, and management of a cross connection control and backflow. Look inside this manual describes the causes and prevention of backflow and crossconnections in potable water systems.
This fourth edition of awwa manual m14, backflow prevention and crossconnection control, provides both technical and general guidance on the recommended procedures and practices for developing, operating, and maintaining a crossconnection control and backflow. Dec 10, 2020 cross connection is the actual or potential connection between a potable and nonpotable water supply. Cross connection control manual pnwsawwa drinking water. This manual strives to educate water system operators, plumbers, contractors and any others in the industry about the need for effective cross connection. These types of connections constitute a serious public health hazard. Crossconnection control programs are intended to reduce the risk of contamination. The american water works association awwa recognizes water utilities have the responsibility to supply potable water to their customers. Ccc programs are developed using accepted practices of the american water works association awwa as described in recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control manual 14. Backflow occurs when water or other substances flow in the opposite direction than intended allowing contaminants to enter the public water system or consumers plumbing. Crossconnection control idaho department of environmental. This course is designed to prepare students to take their backflow tester certification exams.
Crossconnection control manual, february 2003 us epa. Pnws awwa cross connection control committee through the pnws office at 877 7672992 or on the web at. Guidelines for designing backflow prevention assembly installations supplement to the 1981 crossconnection control manual, january 1992. Training is based on requirements found in the awwa canadian cross connection control manual and is offered through educational institutions that have been accredited by the committee. In the exercise of this responsibility, water utilities or other responsible authorities must implement, administer, and maintain ongoing backflow prevention and cross. Cross connection control orc an employee designated by mcpw to administer and enforce the backflow prevention and cross connection control ordinance. Reduce the chances of cross connections and backflow into your potable water system. Washington department of health airdustrial way, bldg. Recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control, awwa m14, published by the american water works. Customer any person who is capable of receiving water from the public water system through the customers private water system, without regard to whether mcpw is aware. Only tests and inspections performed in the calendar year jan. American water works association is an international nonprofit, scientific and educational association founded to improve water quality and supply.
Sample exam questions and recommended references for abcs. American water works association set forth in recommended practice for backflow prevention and crossconnection control, awwa manual m14, as incorporated into rule 62555. Information on manuals, schools and cross connection control can be obtained from. Water systems must submit an annual cross connection survey report by march 1 for the preceding calendar year. Administrative code fac, american water works association awwa m14 recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control, or any other authoritative document and said referenced document is updated, unless a specific exemption is contained herein, this manual shall beconsidered updated to reflect those changes. They shall be installed in agreement with and under the su. The american water works association awwa recognizes water purveyors have the responsibility to. Canv awwa is transitioning from using a programspecific rules governing document to a comprehensive governance and program administration certification policy manual. Californianevada section american water works association. The purpose of the pnws awwa cross connection committee is to provide a communication network and information resource for cross connection specialist and testers through the states of idaho, oregon and washington, with a focus on individual support, education and training.
The awwa canadian cross connection control manual, cancsab64. Connection control policy is based on the ordinance passed and duly adopted on may 21, 1996 and complements the information in the st. Awwa m142014 backflow prevention and crossconnection. This means you can save it to your computer and then email it to the customer, the utility and yourself. The manual explains how cross connections and backflow can occur and tells you how to choose, install, and maintain backflow prevention devices. Cross connection control programs are intended to reduce the risk of contamination or pollution of the public water system.
Handbook of policies and procedures is hereby incorporated into this ordinance by reference. Cross connection control manual, accepted procedure and practice 7. Covid19 section updates access resources and stay uptodate on the sections response to the impact of coronavirus on section activities, including special events, classes and certification. Order the seventh edition 2012 of the pnwsawwa cross connection control accep ted procedure and practice manual. This crossconnection control manual was adopted on june, 2018. Recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control manual m14 current edition. This fourth edition of awwa manual m14, backflow prevention and cross connection control, provides both technical and general guidance on the recommended procedures and practices for developing, operating, and maintaining. Community water systems are required to have a cross connection control program to prevent cross connections and backflow to the potable water supply system.
The water utilitys crossconnection control program. This program shall include a written plan that is developed using accepted practices of the american water works associations manual m14, as incorporated into florida administrative code section 62555. Cross connection control testers specialist certification. This program is based on the recommended practices of the american. The cross connection control manual is a product of. Testers must take recertification training every five years prior to their certificate expiry date to meet the program requirements. This manual is intended to supplement, not supersede, local laws and regulations. Awwa manual of water supply practice american water works. Awwa 6666 west quincy avenue denver, co 80235 phone. Cross connection control manual, wh550 usepa, water resource center rc4100, room 2615, 401 m street sw washington, dc 20460, phone. Water resource center rc4100 room 2615 401 m street sw washington, dc 20460 phone. The program includes a written plan using accepted practices of the american water works association awwa manual m14, as incorporated into f. Recommended practice for backflow prevention and crossconnection control, awwa manual m14.
As of january 1, 20, to test assemblies in washington state, certified backflow assembly testers bats must. Cross connection control manual allegany county, ny. M14 backflow prevention and cross connection control recommended practices 300144e 0816 iw dedicated to the worlds most important resource, awwa sets the standard for water knowledge, management, and informed public policy. This course covers a comprehensive description and handson testing of the backflow prevention devices used to protect our drinking water. Awwa manual m14 backflow prevention and crossconnection. Administrative code fac, american water works association awwa m14 recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control, or any other authoritative document and said referenced document is updated, unless a specific exemption is contained herein, this manual shall be considered updated to reflect those changes.
It is the primary responsibility of the water purveyor andor christopher levi owens, plumbing inspector, to evaluate the hazards inherent. Recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control, awwa manual m14. This fourth edition of awwa manual m14, backflow prevention and crossconnection control, provides both technical and general guidance on the recommended procedures and practices for developing, operating, and maintaining a crossconnection control and backflow prevention program. American water works association set forth in recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross connection control, awwa manual m14, as incorporated into rule 62555. Awwa m14 backflow prevention and crossconnection control. In compliance with this mandate, the following is jea s policy on cross connection control. Cross connections a dopted by the board of directors jan. Cross connection control manual, accepted procedure and practice handbook, pacific northwest section awwa, po box 2050, clackamas, or 97015, phone. Appendk g bibliography accepted procedure and practice in crossconnection control manual, american water works association, pacific northwest section, 4th edition. Recommended practice for backflow prevention and cross. A cross connection is any actual or potential physical connection between a drinking water system and any other nonpotable substance liquid, solid, or gas. Look inside this manual describes the causes and prevention of backflow and cross connections in potable water systems. Cross connection control is a systemic approach used to protect our drinking water from pollution and contamination.
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