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If you are eligible for CEUs for this course: You will be responsible for providing your license information at the completion of your course. We will provide confirmation once your information has been submitted. 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Introduction to Backflow provides the participant with a broad and basic understanding of various backflow devices. Time is spent discussing what is necessary for a functioning well maintained and managed backflow program. This course is the first day of the Backflow Prevention Tester Training and Certification. This is an Introduction only. You have 30 days to complete the course.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The Introduction to Backflow Prevention course provides the participant with a broad and basic understanding of various backflow devices. Modules will discuss what is necessary for a functioning, well maintained and managed backflow program. A Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester is needed by administrative authorities around the country to assure the backflow prevention assemblies installed continue to protect the drinking water. Upon successful completion of the course, students are awarded a certificate of completion. Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:

• Explain the applicable regulations relative to backflow prevention and cross connection control
• Describe responsibilities of water purveyors, plumbing inspectors, health officials, plumbing trades’ contractors and the water customer
• Describe the hazards associated with cross connections
• Define cross connection and list some common cross connections
• Explain the basic hydraulics of a backflow condition and the differences between backflow due to backpressure and backsiphonage
• Describe the different types of backflow prevention assemblies and what backflow conditions they protect against

ADDITIONAL (STATE) EXAM INFORMATION

• UF/TREEO only issues certificates of completion. The TREEO Center does NOT issue backflow licenses.
• Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers must check with their local water purveyor to find out what other requirements are necessary. Some water districts may require the backflow tester to also be a State licensed plumbing contractor, while other water suppliers may require the backflow tester to be a licensed plumber and certified repair technician.

COURSE POLICIES

PARTICIPATION POLICY

Unlike a traditional classroom-based course, you do not need to show up to class at a specific time every day in an asynchronous online course. Instead, you need to complete the readings, activities, quizzes, and view the videos within 30 days from registration. Although some of the activities will be ungraded, it is still required that you complete all activities within this online course. GRADING POLICY Complete the quiz at the end of each module and complete the online final exam.

FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION

For successful completion you should complete all of the following requirements:

• Complete all readings
• Watch all videos
• Score at least 70% on each quiz/exam
• Earn an overall course grade of at least 70%
• Complete the course in 30 days.

ADDITIONAL POLICIES

POLICY ON ACCOMMODATING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students requesting accommodation for disabilities must contact the UF TREEO Center (kadymorris@treeo.ufl.edu). Accommodations are not retroactive. Therefore, students should contact the office before registering for the course.

TECHNICAL HELP

For non-content related issues with your online course, please contact:

 UF TREEO: 352-294-3874 | train@treeo.ufl.edu

UF Computing Help Desk: 352-392-4357 option 1 | helpdesk@ufl.edu

CONTENT HELP

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Accessing the course:

• Student will receive course access once the registration has been processed by our office during normal business hours.
• If you are taking a refresher course, we will first verify your eligibility. Your registration might be placed on hold until this is completed. If you are not eligible to take a refresher based on our records, we will contact you.

Once the registration has been processed by our office, you can expect the following:

• An email will be sent to you asking to complete your enrollment.
• Follow the link to the Enroll Now page.
• You will be asked to create your login using an external identifier. The University of Florida has approved the use of Facebook, LinkedIn, or Google (Gmail) to enter our courses. You can use an existing account for this course. You will want to make sure you know your credentials for this outside account.
• The use of an external identifier as listed above is required to enter our courses. We cannot provide another method of access to the course.
• If you are unsure about any of these requirements, please contact us before you register, and we'll be happy to assist.