ASSE 5110 Cross-Connection Control Tester Certification
Course Overview:
The ASSE Cross-Connection Control Tester Certification Course provides participants with the knowledge and hands-on skills required to test, troubleshoot, and maintain backflow prevention assemblies in accordance with the ASSE Series 5000 standards and local regulatory requirements. This course prepares students to protect potable water systems from contamination and to meet state and municipal certification requirements for backflow prevention assembly testers.
Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for plumbers, maintenance personnel, water utility technicians, inspectors, and contractors seeking ASSE certification as a Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester.
Prerequisites:
A minimum of five (5) years of documented practical experience in the installation or service of plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, lawn irrigation or a related industry field.
Basic plumbing knowledge and familiarity with water distribution systems are recommended.
Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the course and pass both the written and practical exams will earn the ASSE 5110 Cross-Connection Control Tester Certification, recognized nationally for backflow prevention testing. Certification is valid for 3 years.
Course Length:
40 hours including classroom instruction and hands-on testing lab sessions.
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+Day 1: Introduction To Cross Connection Control
Cross connection control basics
- Unseen Hazards to public health
- Causes of Backflow
Double check valve assembly
- Operation of double check valve assembly
- Function of double check valve assembly
- Limitations of double check valve assembly
Workshop
- Demonstrate of proper testing procedures
- Demonstrate testing double check valve assemblies
- Hands on practice testing double check valve assemblies
Backflow Prevention Methods
- Air gaps
- Barometric loops
- Vacuum breaker tees
+Day 2: Reduced Pressure Principal Backflow Preventer Assembly
Review
- Backflow prevention methods
- Double check valve assembly
Reduced pressure principal backflow preventer assembly operation and function
- How the reduced pressure principal backflow preventer assembly works
- Appropriate application of the RPZ
- Installation requirements of the RPZ
Workshop
- Demonstrate of proper testing procedures of the reduced pressure backflow preventer assembly
- Demonstrate testing reduced pressure backflow preventer assembly
- Hands on practice testing the RPZ
Pressure vacuum breaker assembly operation and function
- How the pressure vacuum breaker assembly works
- Function of the pressure vacuum breaker assembly
Workshop
- Demonstrate of proper testing procedures of the pressure vacuum breaker assembly
- Demonstrate testing of the pressure vacuum breaker assembly
- Hands on practice testing the pressure vacuum breaker assembly
Review
- 25 question review kahoot
+Day 3: Cross Connection Code Study
Wisconsin Administrative Code Device Lesson
- Cover all devices operation
- Where and when to install devices
- Operation and function of devices
Workshop
- Hands on practice testing Double check valve assembly, Reduced pressure backflow preventer assembly, Pressure vacuum breaker assembly
Spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
- Operation of spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
- Function of spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
- Limitations of spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
Workshop
- Demonstrate of proper testing procedures of the spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
- Demonstrate testing the spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
- Hands on practice testing the spill resistant vacuum breaker assembly
Municipal and Utility Cross Connection Control Programs
- How to establish a cross connection control program
- Cross connection control survey program examples
- How to manage a cross connection control program
+Day 4: Advanced Cross Connection Topics
Workshop
- Test all 4 assemblies
Related Cross Connection code
- 382.41, 382.20, 382.21, 382.40, SPS 305, SPS 306, s.s. 145,
- 382 appendix
- Cross connection control advanced topics
+Day 5: Course Completion
Review from previous classes
Written test, hands on practical test, and completion of course
- Test all 4 assemblies in front of proctor including filling out the forms for each
- 100 question written test
Chuck is an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with over 20 years in the plumbing industry and over 8 years of teaching experience. He has taught cross connection control tester certification courses for over 7 years. After completion of his registered apprenticeship Chuck received his Journey workers license. Chuck holds a master plumbers license, cross connection control tester certification, cross connection control surveyor certification, and an associate’s degree in Technical Studies. Throughout his career, Chuck has worked with students from diverse backgrounds, helping them develop a strong knowledge base in plumbing and cross connection control this has given the student critical thinking skills that allow them to excel in their craft.
Chuck’s passion for cross connection and storytelling drives his approach to teaching. He believes in creating an engaging, student-centered classroom where every student feels valued and supported. His teaching philosophy centers around fostering a love for cross connection control, encouraging independent critical thinking about the subject, and developing the skills necessary for maintaining public health.
When Chuck is not teaching, you can find him outdoors, sipping coffee, or enjoying time with his family. He’s also a big fan of travel and always planning the next adventure to learn about new cultures and ideas.
Upcoming dates
Schedule
Registration Date / Time /Location
06/08/2025 7:30am Central Standard Time
Room 240
Event Dates / Times
06/08/2026 8:00am – 5:00pm
06/09/2026 7:30am – 5:00pm
06/10/2026 7:30am – 5:00pm
06/11/2026 7:30am – 5:00pm
06/12/2026 7:30am – 3:00pm
Location
Madison Area Technical College
Commercial Avenue Education Center
2125 Commercial Ave.
Madison, WI 53704
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