Cross connection control for small water systems published by the department. Cross connection control, tenth edition new to this edition of the manual is the use of two colors which helps the reader understand hydraulic conditions as well as field testing procedures much better. Potential contamination due to crossconnections and backflow. Since passage of the cross connection control rules in april of 1972, much effort has been spent by many michigan water utilities to maintain an effective cross connection control program. The instructional video demonstrates the field test procedures according to the manual of cross connection control, tenth edition. University of southern california, foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research. Jan 01, 2009 the chapter then discusses policies and procedures to help the cross connection control administrator in the daytoday operations of a cross connection control program. Chapters 6 and 7 include information on facilities and equipment to help the specialist prepare for site surveys.
The individuals will also receive training on cross connection control containment and isolation surveys, product identification and installation requirements. Cross connection control for the small water systems. Wac 246290490 states that all community water systems shall comply with the cross connection control requirements specific in this section. Acceptable gages, manual of crossconnection control, ninth. Cross connection control manual hazardous to health. Chapter 38 cross connection control program 381 purpose. The usc foundation distributed a fifth printing of the manual of crossconnection control, tenth edition, dated 2020 isbn. The double check detector assembly shall be furnished with a. We have accepted the field test procedures published in the university of southern californias usc manual of crossconnection control, ninth edition since the late 1990s. In the box complimentary copy of the manual of cross connection control, tenth edition cross talk newsletter usc glass tap water bottle usc foundation members keychain. Usc foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research a. I ninth edition published usc foundation for cross.
Manual of cross connection control, foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research, university of southern california, 7th editions, june 1985. The 9th edition likely will be incorporated into oregon s rules but it is. Cross connection control manual, accepted procedure and practice published by the pacific northwest section of the american water works association h. And, the manual also includes digital access to a model ordinance, sample letters, sample forms and a searchable backflow incidents database.
Please note, local administrative authorities determine which field test kits are acceptable in their area of jurisdiction. The best way to stay current is downloading the list from the usc foundations website since it is updated as changes are made to the list. General and detailed information is presented in order to provide clear guidance for complying with the departments cross connection control policy. Members of the usc foundation receive a subscription to cross talk, a quarterly newsletter, which informs members of the latest news concerning backflow and cross connection control. The provisions of backflow protection by the water user at all connections where a cross connection hazard has been identified. The massachusetts crossconnection control program regulations, 310 cmr. The 9th edition is now available and includes substantial changes to the testing methods, particularly for double check valve assemblies. D usc 9th edition manual of cross connection control manual. Gbpat certification requirements georgia association of. Cross connection program congressional debate warms returns. Gainesville regional utilities cross connection control manual revised august 2015 page 5 of 15 customers water system all pipes, shutoffs, valves, fixtures, appliances, or apparatus of any kind used in connection with or forming a part of an installation for utilizing water service. C the district will maintain and test the back flow after the meter for a fee, as that is our point of delivery.
Connection control 9 th or 10 th edition from the university of southern california usc foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research. The crossconnection control program handbook is developed and optimized by the new york city department of environmental protection dep as general reference guidance of standard specifications and procedures for prevention of water contamination and made available as a courtesy to the public. High control needle valve low control needle valve note. This manual for crossconnection control is intended to provide guidance to city and county. Usc manual of cross connection control ninth edition. Manual of cross connection control practices and proce dures, state of california, health and welfare agency, july 1981. Manual of cross connection control published by usc foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research g. This crossconnection control manual has been designed as a tool for health officials, water works personnel, plumbers, and any others involved directly or indirectly in water supply distribution systems. Double check detector assemblies shall be in accordance with ansiawwa c510 and have usc, asse and fm approvals.
The massachusetts cross connection control program regulations, 310 cmr. Manual of crossconnection control, october 2009, 10th edition. Cross connection control manual accepted procedures and practice, seventh edition, november 2012 by pacific northwest section american water works association pnsawwa manual. Review and approve organizations as training providers of cross connection control device inspectors in accordance with 327 indiana administrative code iac 81012. Plus, with over two and a half hours of live action and computer animation sequences it is the most comprehensive instructional video the usc. Most of these are available to download digitally with purchase of the manual. Rules governing public water systems, north carolina administrative code title 15a. Manual of cross connection control published by the foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research, university of southern california usc manual. This ninth edition of the manual is the most comprehensive revision of the manual since the publication of the first edition in 1960. As with the ninth edition, each step of the field test procedure is illustrated. The mention of trade names and commercial products in this manual are for illustrative purposes, and. Membership discounts 25% discount on additional manual orders 25% discount on training courses 65% discount on.
M anual of crossconnection control, tenth edition chapter 9. Manual of cross connection control, october 2009, 10th edition foundation for cross connection control and. Plus, with over two and a half hours of live action and computer animation sequences it is the most comprehensive instructional video the usc foundation has ever released. Nov 17, 2005 manual of cross connection control, 9th edition. This certificate is hereby granted for a period of three 3 years from the approval date below. Backflow prevention assembly field test procedures. A cross connection is a point in a plumbing system where it is possible for a nonpotable substance to come into contact with the potable drinking water supply bmi, 1999. This manual is a revision of an earlier book entitled water supply and. The manual also provides insight into the basic areas that should be addressed to ensure that public water system connections are made safely. Unfortunately, despite the best efforts of these water utilities, there continues to be documented cases in michigan. Environment cross connection control manual and by the city. This cross connection control manual was purchased for my son who was going to a plumbing school at the time. Field testing backflow preventers, tenth edition version dvd. Colorado cross connection control manual, the epa cross connection control manual and the 10th edition manual of cross connection control usc manual to evaluate whether the installation of a backflow prevention assembly or backflow prevention method is appropriate.
The term crossconnection control is referring to backflow prevention. A public water system shall ensure that a backflowprevention assembly is. Keeping uptodate with the most current list is crucial. Wac 246290490 states that all community water systems shall comply with the cross connection control requirements. The usc manual of cross connection control and the pnwsa ww a cross connection control manual will be used as guidance documents. Usc foundation of cross connection control and hydraulic research 10th edition manual. Needs to know for crossconnection control system operators. Potential contamination due to crossconnections and. The same errors apply to the laminated field test procedures, dated 2020. This manual strives to educate water system operators, plumbers, contractors and any others in the industry about the need for effective cross connection. Manual of cross connection control, tenth edition by university of southern california usc manual. Test procedures of the manual of crossconnection control, ninth edition.
And, it publishes a list of approved field test kits. The conducting of surveys to identify water user premises where cross connections exist or are likely to occur. It was discovered that appendix a of the manual included errors. Usc 10th edition cross connection control backflow manual. Welcome to the foundation for crossconnection control and. The manual was received in a timely manner and in great condition. It is intended to be used for educational, administrative, and technical reference in conducting crossconnection control programs. Manual, epa 570989007 publication or uscs manual of crossconnection control, 9th edition. Cross connection control manual, accepted procedure and practice published by the pacific northwest section of the american water works association pnwsawwa manual. Additionally, complete illustrated rp procedures are included for a five needle valve. The specifications in this manual serves to enhance the safety of the drinking water system. Usc 10th edition manual of crossconnection control. Field testing backflow preventers, tenth edition version.
Manual of crossconnection control, october 2009, 10th edition foundation for crossconnection control and. Maintain a list of cross connection control assemblies and devices that are approved by the university of southern california and indiana plumbing code. The provision of at least one person trained in cross connection control to carry out the program. Crossconnection control policy for single or dual family residential customers technical reference item number. Usc tenth edition field test procedures transition completed. Cross connection and backflow prevention winter 2004, vol. Cross talk becomes an invaluable source of information and is a primary tool that the usc foundation uses to communicate to its members directly.
Usc foundation for crossconnection control and hydraulic. About the bat certification exam washington certification. The practical part of the bat certification examination will be administered following only the field test procedures in the manual of cross connection control 10 th edition published by the university of southern california foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research. The district will at no charge provide a cross connection inspection for each member. This gives the specialist examples of letters and forms that may be used in the crossconnection control program. Before the usc foundation published the usc list of approved field test kits. According to the university of southern californias foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research usc fccchr 1993, a cross connection means. Please note, that prerequisite training programs must follow the concepts of the manual of cross. Cross connection control manual, accepted procedure and practice 7. Cross connection control manual usc pdf cross connection control manual usc. It is intended to be used for educa tional, administrative, and technical reference in conduct ing crossconnection control programs.
Usc manual of crossconnection control american backflow. This gives the specialist examples of letters and forms that may be used in the cross connection control program. Acceptable gages, manual of crossconnection control, ninth edition the usc foundation publishes standards for field test kits in the manual of crossconnection control, tenth edition. Test procedures of the manual of cross connection control, ninth edition. The nonillustrated field test procedures 10th edition, excerpted from the manual of cross connection control 10th edition, will be available at the examination site for use by applicants. It is intended to be used for educational, administrative, and technical reference in conducting cross connection control programs. For more information about the differences between the test procedures published in the 9th and 10th editions of the manual, view usc s comparison chart.
Cross connection control for small water systems published by the. Usc 10th edition manual of crossconnection control hardin. We implemented the tenth edition test procedures on the bat practical exams on january 1, 2011. The chapter then discusses policies and procedures to help the cross connection control administrator in the daytoday operations of a cross connection control program. Crossconnection control, tenth edition new to this edition of the manual is the use of two colors which helps the reader understand hydraulic conditions as well as field testing procedures much better. The office of drinking water only permits the use of the backflow prevention assembly field test procedures in the tenth edition manual of cross connection control published by the university of southern california usc. Crossconnection control manual, february 2003 us epa. The cross connection control program shall include the minimum program elements described in subsection 3 of this section.
The list of approved backflow prevention assemblies continues to be a valuable source of information for anyone involved in cross connection control. B awwa accepted procedure and practice in cross connection control manual. Usc manual of cross connection control and the pnwsa ww a cross connection control manual will be used as guidance documents. Manual of crossconnection control, october 2009, 10th. This was one of those hard to find manuals at the time and amazon was a good source to purchase one. Manual of cross connection control, tenth edition, published by the university of southern california usc in 2009 and available from usc s bookstore. Final approval shall be evidenced by a certificate of approval issued by an approved testing laboratory certifying full compliance with colorado department of public health and environment standards and a. Manual of crossconnection control, tenth edition usc. The bypass line with meter shall contain an appropriately sized double check valve assembly.
The result of these tests should be recorded on an inspection and maintenance report form the test reports that are not conducted by the pws should be sent to the cross connection. Gages may have the high and low bleed needle valves located on either the right or left hand side. Universityof sou thern california, foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research. We have accepted the field test procedures published in the university of southern californias usc manual of cross connection control, ninth edition since the late 1990s. The nonillustrated field test procedures 10 th edition, excerpted from the manual of cross. Manual, epa 570989007 publication or usc s manual of cross connection control, 9th edition. Add another usc manual cross connection control contact. Wac 246290490 and cross connection regulations of the uniform plumbing code. The elements of a cross connection control program, federal, state, and local regulations, plumbing codes, and public.
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