(A) The purpose of these backflow regulations is to protect the public water supply system of the city from the possibility of contamination or pollution which may backflow into the system. These regulations provide for the maintenance of a continuing program of cross-connection controls which will systematically and effectively prevent the contamination or pollution of the potable water supply system. Any reference to a SUPERINTENDENT or UTILITIES SUPERINTENDENT within these backflow regulations shall mean a certified backflow operator.
(B) The Utilities Superintendent shall be responsible for the implementation of the backflow prevention program as outlined within these regulations. If, in the judgment of the Superintendent, an approved backflow prevention device is required for the safety of the public water supply system, then he or she shall give notice in writing to the consumer to install said device at each recommended location. The Superintendent shall inspect and approve all installations of the required backflow prevention devices. The costs for purchasing, installing and maintaining a backflow prevention device shall be the responsibility and sole expense of the consumer. The installation of backflow prevention devices, except for outlet fixture vacuum breakers, shall be by a licensed plumber. Annual testing of all double check valves and reduced pressure zone devices shall be performed by the Superintendent. If maintenance or repairs are deemed necessary, the consumer shall be contacted and issued an order to do all necessary repairs or maintenance. The consumer shall complete all maintenance or repairs within 30 days; if not, he or she shall be considered in violation of the backflow regulations and will be subject to disconnection of the service.
(C) No person shall install or maintain a water service connection containing cross-connections to a public water supply system or a consumer’s potable water supply system unless such cross-connections are abated or controlled in accordance with this rule, and as required by the laws and regulations of the state’s Department of Health.
(D) For the purposes of these backflow prevention regulations, whenever the Superintendent is to make any decision or interpretation, or whenever reference is made to the fact that the Superintendent is to exercise judgment, such decision, interpretation or judgment shall be in accordance with the provisions of these backflow prevention regulations and any other applicable provisions of this municipal code and state and federal law.
(Prior Code, § 6-125) (Ord. 329, passed 2-24-2005)