Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing

    The Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing course is a 40-hour course designed to train students in the techniques for testing all gauge testable backflow assemblies. The class will include lecture, demonstration and practice testing on pressure vacuum breakers, double check valves, and the reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assemblies. Students will receive various handouts including sample forms and checklists, classroom instruction, opportunities to practice testing skills, and upon successfully completing the course, a certificate of completion. The Manual of Cross-Connection Control is not included in the course price but is available for study or may be purchased at the class. Students should bring their own test gauges or may use those provided.


    Successful written and practical exams are required for completion of the course. Names of successful students will be sent to .T.C.E.Q. Licensed testers will then be able to test and repair backflow assemblies according to state or local regulations. The cost of the class is $450.00 prepaid. The classes are fast paced, entertaining, and informative. Class space is limited. Pre-registration is required.

The term of the license is three (3) years. To obtain a license, an individual must have:
(1)  made application to T.C.E.Q. with payment of $105.00
(2)  passed an examination;
(3)  received a high school diploma or equivalent certificate;
(4)  completed an approved 40-hour training course; and
(5)  worked at least two years in an approved area.
    (A)  Approved areas are:
        (i)  operating or maintaining a public drinking water system;
        (ii)  installing or repairing residential, commercial, or industrial drinking water treatment equipment;
        (iii)  installing or repairing lawn irrigation system 
        (iv)  performing activities requiring a master or journeyman plumbing license;
        (v)  testing and repairing backflow prevention assemblies on fire  suppression systems and lines; or
        (vi)  performing other duties approved by the executive director

    (B)  An individual may substitute one year of the required experience with:
        (i)  one year of college credit (32 semester hours); or
        (ii)  20 hours of approved training in addition to the required 40-hour training course.

The term of the license renewal is three (3) years. To renew a license, an individual must have:
        (1)   made application to T.C.E.Q. with payment of $105.00 ; and
        (2)  completed 24 hours of approved continuing education which includes eight hours of approved practical
                skills training.
Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing Recertification
<>     Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing Recertification is held on the third day of each class. The Recertification class allow students to learn updated or new testing procedures. The Manual of Cross-Connection Control is not included in the course price but is available for study or may be purchased at the class. A successful practical exam is required for completion of the course. Students should bring their own test gauges or may use those provided. The cost of the class is $125.00 prepaid. Class space is limited. Pre-registration is required. <>
For more information please contact us by telephone, mail, e-mail or fax.
 For a schedule of classes, please go to Class Schedule  To register online please go to Training Registration.
Sundance Irrigation Training
P.O. Box 1661
Keller, Texas 76244
817-431-6411    800-828-9275
Fax 817-431-9376
E-mail sundanc@flash.net

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