What is a backflow prevention device?
A backflow prevention device is used to protect potable water supplies from contamination or pollution from backflow on commercial properties such as Hotels, Office buildings, commercial premises and shopping centresIn water supply systems, water is normally maintained at a significant pressure to enable water to flow from the tap, shower, or other fixture. Water pressure may fail or be reduced when a water main bursts or there is unexpectedly high demand on the water system (for example, when several fire hydrants are opened). Reduced pressure in the pipe may allow contaminated water from storage, or from other sources to be drawn up into the system.
You may have device fitted at your property if you have any of the following:
1. An irrigation system
2. Fire hose reels or hydrants
3. A commercial or industrial activity or machinery connected to the mains
4. Water outlets close to pollutants such as grease traps
Are you aware of your Backflow Prevention Device maintenance requirements?
If your property has a testable backflow prevention device in Cairns then you are required to have the device tested on an annual basis by a licensed QLD Plumber & Drainer who holds a Backflow accreditation on their licence.
After the device has been tested a Form 9 is required to be lodged with the local council.
How do I know when my device is due to be tested?
The local council will issue you a notice to advise when the backflow prevention device is due to be tested, you will also be advised the date that the testing must be completed by. Failure to comply with the testing by the due date could result in penalty charges.
How do I know if my Plumber has the accreditation to test a backflow prevention device?
Not all Plumbers hold a Backflow Prevention Accreditation on their plumbing licence so you cannot assume that any Plumber can perform the testing or installation.
Plumbnorth Cairns Plumbers have licensed Plumbers who hold Backflow Prevention accreditation to complete installation and maintenance of your device.
If you are looking for a Cairns Plumber to perform your Backflow Prevention Device installation or maintenance? then give the friendly team here at Plumbnorth a call on 07 4032 3891.
A backflow prevention device is used to protect potable water supplies from contamination or pollution from backflow on commercial properties such as Hotels, Office buildings, commercial premises and shopping centresIn water supply systems, water is normally maintained at a significant pressure to enable water to flow from the tap, shower, or other fixture. Water pressure may fail or be reduced when a water main bursts or there is unexpectedly high demand on the water system (for example, when several fire hydrants are opened). Reduced pressure in the pipe may allow contaminated water from storage, or from other sources to be drawn up into the system.
You may have device fitted at your property if you have any of the following:
1. An irrigation system
2. Fire hose reels or hydrants
3. A commercial or industrial activity or machinery connected to the mains
4. Water outlets close to pollutants such as grease traps
Are you aware of your Backflow Prevention Device maintenance requirements?
If your property has a testable backflow prevention device in Cairns then you are required to have the device tested on an annual basis by a licensed QLD Plumber & Drainer who holds a Backflow accreditation on their licence.
After the device has been tested a Form 9 is required to be lodged with the local council.
How do I know when my device is due to be tested?
The local council will issue you a notice to advise when the backflow prevention device is due to be tested, you will also be advised the date that the testing must be completed by. Failure to comply with the testing by the due date could result in penalty charges.
How do I know if my Plumber has the accreditation to test a backflow prevention device?
Not all Plumbers hold a Backflow Prevention Accreditation on their plumbing licence so you cannot assume that any Plumber can perform the testing or installation.
Plumbnorth Cairns Plumbers have licensed Plumbers who hold Backflow Prevention accreditation to complete installation and maintenance of your device.
If you are looking for a Cairns Plumber to perform your Backflow Prevention Device installation or maintenance? then give the friendly team here at Plumbnorth a call on 07 4032 3891.
