| Updated: |
8/3/2007 |
| Description: |
Backflow prevention assemblies must be tested by a certified backflow assembly tester annually, at minimum. This certification expires June 30 of every odd year.
"Backflow Prevention Assembly" means a backflow prevention device such as a pressure vacuum breaker, spill resistant pressure vacuum breaker, a double check valve or a reduced pressure principle device, and the attached shut off valves on the inlet and outlet ends of the device assembled as a complete unit.
Similar Keywords: preventers |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 431
OAR 333-061-0071 & -0072
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| Duration: |
Two years, expiring June 30 of every odd year |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
$70. Initial certification fees shall be prorated. |
| Responsible Agency: |
DHS - Public Health Division |
| Examination Information: |
A Department-approved Backflow Assembly Tester training course must be attended and successfully completed within 12 months prior to the Department's receipt of the applicant's completed application.
A minimum score of 75% is required to pass the Department-approved backflow assembly tester written examination.
A minimum score of 90% is required to pass the Department-approved backflow assembly tester hands-on proficiency examination. |
| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
Applicants for renewal of a Backflow Assembly Tester certificate must have attended and successfully completed a Department-approved tester recertification course within the previous two years. See exam information above. |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None |
| Prerequisites: |
Registration by the Construction Contractors Board or Licensure by the Landscape Contractors Board may be required. |
| Application Form: |
Backflow Assembly Tester Certification Application or Reciprocity application |
| Renewals: |
Applicants for renewal must attend and successfully complete a Department-approved tester training course or Department-approved tester recertification class within the previous 2 years. |
| Service Links: |
 Backflow Assembly Tester
 Public List of Backflow Assembly Testers (click on current list)
 Application
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Successful completion of Department-approved Backflow assembly tester training course within 12 months
proof of High School graduation or equivalent. Reciprocity requires current certification in another state and proof of test gauge accuracy within 12 months. |
| Additional Information: |
Applicants may need registration with the Construction Contractors Board or licensure by the Landscape Contractor's Board as required by ORS 448.279(2) |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
DHS - Public Health Division |
| E-mail Address: |
health.webmaster@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
971-673-1222
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| Mail Address: |
DHS - Public Health Division
800 NE Oregon St.
Portland, OR 97232
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| Website Information: |
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/ph/index.shtml |
