Backflow | Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County - MAWC
It shall be the responsibility of the customer to eliminate cross connection or provide backflow devices to prevent contamination of the distribution system from both back siphonage and …
A cross-connection is an arrangement allowing either a direct or indirect connection through which backflow, including backsiphonage, can occur between a system containing a source or …
Cross-connectionsshouldbeprotectedinordertopreventbackflow,whichcanbehardtodetect. Inanydistributionsystem,potentialcross …
Cross Connection & Backflow Prevention - American Water
Cross-connections are the physical connections between the water system and potential contaminant sources, such as irrigation systems, fire protections systems, and any other …
“Cross-Connection Control” or “Backflow Prevention”: What’s ...
Jan 3, 2024 · Cross-Connection Control is a comprehensive approach to identify and manage potential sources of contamination, whereas Backflow Prevention specifically targets the …
Cross Connection - American Water Works Association
End users, together with authorities, must take reasonable measures to prevent contamination of the public water supply due to cross connections with their plumbing systems and to maintain …
Backflow is defined as the flow of water or other liquids, mixtures, or substances into the distributing pipes of a potable water supple from any source other than the intended source of …