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Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Program
Annual Testing & Tester Information

 
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Main Page - Cross Connection & Backflow Prevention Backsiphonage & Backpressure
Annual Testing & Tester Information Tester Application Form (PDF)
Certificate of Occupancy Inspections Recognized Testers List (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) City of Peoria Backflow Details (PDF)
Backflow Assemblies City of Peoria Code, Chapter 5

The accuracy of the City of Peoria Cross Connection Program relies on precise test information being fully completed and submitted in an orderly and timely fashion. Submitting false or incomplete information could result in removal from the City of Peoria Recognized Tester List, and possible civil or criminal action.

Backflow prevention devices in the City of Peoria can only be tested by City of Peoria Recognized Testers. To be considered a Recognized Tester please mail or fax the following information:

1. A completed and signed Application for Recognition.
2. Copy of all testers current certifications.
3. Copy of all current test equipment calibrations.
4. Copy of tester company current Proof of Insurance ($1,000,000 min Liability).
5. Copy of tester company current AZROC Contractors License.
6. Copy of current City of Peoria Sales Tax License.

Please send all mail correspondence to:

City of Peoria
Environmental Division
8401 W Monroe St.
Peoria, AZ 85345

Please send all faxes to 623-773-7998.

All required backflow prevention devices must be tested at least annually or more frequently if recommended by the manufacturer, or the Environmental Division. All costs for tests, repairs, and/or backflow assembly replacements will be at the owner’s expense per City of Peoria Code Sec. 5-113(a).

Test notices are sent out annually 60 days in advance of when the assembly to be tested is due. Non-compliance with the requirement to perform the annual testing will be subject to water service termination.

All new backflow prevention installations must be tested and receive a passing test report by a City of Peoria Recognized Tester. The assembly must be installed with corresponding City of Peoria Backflow Details and inspected by a member of the Environmental or Industrial Users Division.

Email Us At: utilities@peoriaaz.gov

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