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Category 5 Backflow Prevention – Water Safety and Compliance
Course aims
A CIBSE-approved CPD course providing a thorough technical overview of Category 5 backflow prevention, regulatory requirements, and practical design considerations for safe water systems such as Dutypoint’s AirBREAK® range of Category 5 booster sets.
What the course covers:
- Understanding schematics and typical wiring for Category 5 packages
- Defining backflow and identifying the types that may occur in water systems
- Recognising certification and compliance options
Key learning outcomes:
By the end of the session, delegates will be able to:
Understand backflow and its risks
Identify the types that may occur, and understand the purpose of Water Regulations.
Apply Water Regulations effectively
Determine when and where Water Regulations apply across the UK and Ireland.
Interpret fluid risk categories
Analyse all fluid categories, with a focus on Category 5.
Understand required air gap arrangements
With schematics showing differences across systems.
Design and specify Category 5 pump and tank packages
Understand schematics and typical wiring for Category 5 systems.
Recognise certification and compliance options
Explore WRAS, KIWA, and NSF approvals for backflow prevention devices and systems.
