How often must certifications be performed?

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Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control

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#7: How often must certifications be performed?

Certification intervals vary, depending upon the type of device, manufacturer, and local regulations. Typically, double check valves and pressure type vacuum breakers are required to be tested at the time of installation, and annually thereafter. Since reduced pressure zone backflow preventers protect more severe hazards (from contaminants), most local ordinances require that reduced pressure zone backflow preventers be tested at the time of installation, and every 6 months thereafter.

BakFlo-Tek, Inc. maintains an electronic database of all tests, and automatically notifies the Owner by mail of an upcoming certification requirement. Testing is scheduled at the Owners convenience.