IAPMO, UA Publish Fourth Version of Backflow Prevention Reference Guide

In collaboration with the United Affiliation of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Trade of the USA and Canada, the Worldwide Affiliation of Plumbing and Mechanical Officers has launched the fourth version of IAPMO’s Backflow Prevention Reference Guide.

The fourth version of this full-color illustrated reference guide is designed to show each facet of backflow prevention and cross-connection management, from figuring out and testing the big variety of backflow prevention assemblies to correct choice and set up of each testable assemblies and non-testable backflow prevention units and strategies. This guide offers the consumer with the data wanted to grasp what diploma of hazard or potential dangers exist to potable water techniques, and whether or not the right backflow prevention methodology, machine or meeting has been chosen and accurately put in.

The guide covers the historical past of backflow prevention; definitions and units; backflow prevention hydraulics; testing strategies with full, detailed illustrations; an summary of gauges and take a look at kits; troubleshooting information; cross-connection management surveys; program improvement; code necessities and set up requirements. The guide additionally comprises pattern take a look at questions to assist put together a person to turn into a licensed backflow prevention tester, surveyor, or repairer. The fourth version has been up to date to the newest editions of the plumbing, mechanical and hearth safety codes and requirements. It additionally options expanded chapters about non-testable units and strategies and improved, up to date and expanded testing/restore/troubleshooting info reflecting the newest merchandise and field-testing procedures.