| Updated: |
8/3/2007 |
| Description: |
Community water systems that serve 300 or more service connections require a certified Cross Connection Specialist to administer their cross connection control program. This certification was previously known as the Cross Connection Inspector Certification.
"Cross Connection" means any actual or potential unprotected connection or structural arrangement between the public or user's potable water system and any other source or system through which it is possible to introduce into any part of the potable system any used water, industrial fluid, gas, or substances other than the intended potable water with which the system is supplied.
Similar Keywords: inspectors, crossconnection |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 431
OAR 333-061-0073
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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 to the nearest year for the remainder of the two year certification period. |
| Responsible Agency: |
DHS - Public Health Division |
| Examination Information: |
Applicants must attend and successfully complete a Department-approved Cross Connection Specialist training course within 12 months prior to the Division's receipt of the applicant's completed application. A minimum score of 85% is required to pass the written examiniation. |
| Bonding Requirements: |
N/A |
| Insurance Requirements: |
N/A |
| Prerequisites: |
Registration by the Construction Contractors Board or Licensure by the Landscape Contractors Board may be required. |
| Application Form: |
Cross Connection Specialist Certification Application |
| Renewals: |
Continuing Education Requirements
Applicants for renewal of a Cross Connection Inspector certificate must attend a Department-approved inspector recertification course within the previous two years. See exam information above. |
| Service Links: |
 Cross Connection Inspector Certification Requirements
 Certification application
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Successful completion of a Department-approved Cross Connection Specialist training course within 12 months,
proof of High School graduation or equivalent.
Reciprocity requires current certification in another state. |
| 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 |
