AWWA Webcast covers backflow prevention.
Press Release Summary:
On Wednesday, December 9, AWWA will host webcast which will utilize case studies to summarize regulatory framework for backflow prevention and cross-connection control, as well as water utility responsibilities. Webcast attendees will learn how to formulate specific plans for superior backflow prevention program, apply cross-connection control procedures to reduce contamination risks, and employ backflow prevention devices for best results.
Original Press Release:
AWWA Announces Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Webcast
(DENVER, CO) - On Wednesday, December 9, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) will host a Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Webcast. The webcast will utilize case studies to summarize the regulatory framework for backflow prevention and cross-connection control, and water utility responsibilities.
Webcast attendees will learn how to formulate specific plans for a superior backflow prevention program, apply cross-connection control procedures to reduce contamination risks, and employ backflow prevention devices for best results.
Webcast presenters include:
John Ralston, Cross Connection Control Supervisor, Louisville Water Company
Paul Schwartz, Chief Engineer, Foundation for Cross Connection Control and Hydraulic Research, University of Southern California
Jim Purzycki, General Manager, BAVCO, Long Beach, CA
For more information on webcasts and registration details, go to http://www.awwa.org/Education/webcasts.
AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of water in North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the full spectrum of the entire water community. Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water for the greatest good of the people and the environment.
