(A) Backflow/backsiphonage prevention devices designed to be tested shall be tested for proper operation annually or when necessary in the opinion of the city or its authorized representative. Actual testing shall be done by an approved certified tester, and the testing shall be at the expense of the consumer, unless the city or its authorized representative agrees otherwise. Any required maintenance or repairs shall be at the expense of the consumer and subject to the approval of the city.
(B) The consumer's premises shall be open at all reasonable times to the city, its authorized representative, or a certified tester for the purpose of inspection, testing, or maintenance. If entry is required into the premises, the city's authorized representative or approved certified tester shall give consumer notice setting forth a proposed date and time. If the consumer cannot make the premises accessible on that date and time, the consumer shall contact the city's authorized representative or certified tester to arrange another date and time.
(C) Whenever backflow prevention devices required by this policy are found to be defective, they shall be repaired or replaced without delay at the expense of the consumer.
(D) The consumer must maintain a complete record of each backflow prevention device from purchase to retirement. This shall include a comprehensive listing that includes a record of all tests, inspections, and repairs. All records of inspections, tests, and repairs shall be provided within 30 days to the city or its authorized representative.
(E) All backflow prevention devices shall have a tag showing the date of installation, last inspection, test, or other maintenance.
(1990 Code, § 3-130) (Ord. 413, passed 1-4-1994)