Free Backflow Tester Exam Prep
Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification
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Quick Facts
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Hydraulic Principles & Backflow TheoryYou are here
Master pressure types, backpressure vs backsiphonage, cross-connection types, and degree of hazard classifications.
Assembly Components & Operating Characteristics
Learn the design, components, and operation of RP, DC, PVB, SVB assemblies and non-testable devices.
Field Test Procedures & Equipment
Practice USC 10th Edition test procedures for all four assembly types using three-valve and five-valve test kits.
Codes, Troubleshooting & Timed Practice
Review regulations, troubleshooting scenarios, and complete full timed practice exams.
Can You Take the Backflow Tester Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must provide own differential pressure test gauge and hand tools for the performance exam
- •Test gauge must have calibration checked within the last 12 months
- •Must register with ABPA at least 14 days prior to the exam date
- •Must demonstrate proficiency with ABPA Need-to-Know Criteria
Backflow Tester Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
5-8 weeks for most candidates (including 40-hour training course)
From start to license in hand
Exam Provider
ABPA (American Backflow Prevention Association) or ASSE International approved schools
Retake Policy
Candidates who fail the written or performance exam may retain the passing result from the other exam for one year. Must reapply and pay fees for re-examination.
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The official pass rate is Not officially published by ABPA; training providers report approximately 60-75% first-time pass rate for the combined written and performance exams.. Our students do better.
100 Practice Questions
Coverage across all ABPA/ASSE backflow tester content areas.
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What You'll Study
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Backflow Tester Exam Details
Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification
Administered by ABPA / ASSE International
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ABPA / ASSE International content outline
Hydraulic concepts of backsiphonage, backpressure, and pressure drop; acceptable/unacceptable installations; assembly vs device differences; public health principles, laws, and regulations.
Normal and abnormal condition indicators; troubleshooting techniques; components of RP, DC, PVB, SVB assemblies; operational characteristics of all testable assemblies and non-testable devices.
USC 10th Edition test procedures for all four assemblies; preliminary steps; evaluating and recording results; reporting to appropriate parties; safety procedures.
Types of cross-connections; degree of hazard assessment; containment vs isolation; hydraulics of water in piping; how backflow occurs.
Types of differential pressure gauges; calibration requirements; storage and handling; operational characteristics of three-valve and five-valve test kits.
Federal, state, and local regulations; Safe Drinking Water Act; responsibilities of water purveyors, health authorities, plumbing inspectors, testers, and consumers.
What's Included
5 Chapters
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Practice Quizzes
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What's Next After the Backflow Tester?
After passing the Backflow Tester, you can pursue these career paths
Cross-Connection Control Specialist (ASSE 5120)
Advance to surveying and managing cross-connection control programs.
Backflow Prevention Assembly Repairer (ASSE 5130)
Add repair certification to diagnose and fix backflow assemblies.
Journeyman Plumber
Combine backflow testing with full plumbing licensure.
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