This course provides Backflow Assembly Testers with the information they need to meet the Professional Growth Examination requirement for Backflow Assembly Tester Certification, Professional Growth Requirement in Washington State. Participants will refresh their knowledge of backflow preventers, the backflow preventer components, and how they function. Learn the latest specifications for backflow prevention assembly installation and inspection. This is a hands-on workshop where students will practice approved procedures to test and diagnose simulated problems in different kinds of assemblies as you prepare for the BAT Professional Growth Examination.
2.1 CEU
Meets WA Department of Health Relevancy Criteria for Waterworks Operator Professional Growth.
Meets WA Department of Ecology Criteria for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and will earn Wastewater CEU.
Understanding Backflow Certification: The difference between WETRC Courses and WCS Exams
The BAT Courses taught by WETRC are exam prep classes. You will earn CEU for taking the class, but you will not earn a certification nor be a certified BAT until you take & pass the exam thru Washington Certification Services (WCS).
WETRC offers training courses - register below for the training/certification course that you wish to enroll in.
WCS administers the exams and issues/maintains BAT Certifications. For information or to apply for a Backflow Assembly Tester Certification exam, visit the WCS website.
Class Notes:
When selecting a class below, please carefully note the location before registering.
Please note that Auburn Center classes will end by 4:00 pm on Fridays.
BAT Exams are administered by Washington Certification Services. They (exams) are NOT included in your Backflow Class.