ASSE 5110 Backflow Tester Initial Certification

ASSE 5110 Backflow Tester Initial Certification

Backflow | Available

3/3/2025-3/7/2025
8:00 AM-4:00 AM on Mon Tue Wed Th Fri
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$1,295.00 USD

ASSE 5110 Backflow Tester Initial Certification

Backflow | Available

The purpose of this 40-hour ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Initial Certification (5110), a part of the 5000 series, is to certify individuals who are equipped and prepared to ensure a swift and thorough field response as it pertains to the testing of multiple types of backflow prevention assemblies.

The goal of the course is to promote best practices in the field from legal obligations to practical knowledge. Fire University seeks to guide trainees through the process of theory and hands-on instruction. To accompany the classroom training, the trainee will also work their way through a series of tests on multiple types of backflow prevention assemblies.

After completing this course, trainees will be prepared, from a legal obligation to a practical knowledge standpoint, to carry out the responsibilities of a backflow prevention tester.

Instructor

David Hahn - Nationally Recognized Instructor

Assessment

Trainees are expected to pass a practical exam and a 2-hour exam. Each trainee will have one and a half hours to complete the practical exam. The practical exam will consist of testing four assembly types, with at least one set up in failure mode. Assembly types that will be tested include Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventer Assembly (1013), Double Check Backflow Prevention Assembly (1015), Pressure Vacuum Breaker Assembly (1020), Spill Resistant Vacuum Breaker Assembly 1056.

Additional Information

***Each trainee will be provided with their own IAPMO Backflow Prevention Reference Manual: Third Edition 



  • Course Eligibility***

    Please read the following statement before registering. Once you have registered, a form will be emailed within 48 hours for you to confirm your eligibility for the course. 

    Certification to Standard 5110 for Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers is available only to individuals who have a minimum of five years of experience in the installation or service of plumbing, mechanical, fire sprinkler, lawn irrigation or a related industry field using potable water, or 4th or 5th year apprentices from a recognized apprenticeship program. Each individual must be able to list at least 40 hours of previous training. 

    Application Verification

    Fire University reviews each field technician’s form for completeness and verifies the work and education history provided. No applicant will be admitted should their form not meet the eligibility requirements.