Division of Drinking Water
Backflow Assembly Tester
The Backflow Assembly Tester certification is for those individuals who after training and examination are qualified to test backflow prevention assemblies. You must hold a Utah Backflow Assembly certification to test backflow assemblies in the state of Utah. Be aware that if you intend to repair or install backflow prevention assemblies, additional licensure may be required by the Utah Department of Professional Licensing (DOPL).
Step 1: Enroll in a course
Training Courses & Providers
Step 2: Register and take exam provided by 3rd party
Contact ABPAÂ to register for scheduled exam.
Step 3: Submit application, fee, and evidence of certification via email or mail
- Submit the Backflow Assembly Tester Certification Application
- Pay fees via the Payment Portal
- Evidence of certification can be a copy of your certificate, ABPA card, etc.
- Send to [email protected] or mail to:
P.O. Box 144830
Salt Lake City, Utah
84114-4830
A Recertification course is not required, but they are still offered and encouraged.
Step 1: Register and take exam provided by 3rd party
Contact ABPAÂ to register for scheduled exam.
Step 2: Submit application, fee, and evidence of certification via email or mail
- Submit the Backflow Assembly Tester Certification Application
- Pay fees via the Payment Portal
- Evidence of certification can be a copy of your certificate, ABPA card, etc.
- Send to [email protected] or mail to:
P.O. Box 144830
Salt Lake City, Utah
84114-4830
Search the Database
- Commercially Available Backflow TechniciansÂ
Use the search feature to locate by name or license number. Alternatively, you can select the column header to sort by category. - All Certified Backflow TechniciansÂ
This is a resource for Backflow Technicians and Water Systems to use to check the information and expiration status of a Backflow Technician.
Test Report Forms
Websites & Organizations
- American Backflow Prevention AssociationÂ
An organization whose members have a common interest in protecting drinking water from contamination through cross-connections. - USC FoundationÂ
A foundation for cross connection control and hydraulic research. - USC Approved Backflow Assembly List
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