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Backflow Preventer Repair

Successful completion of this course fulfills the requirements in Wisconsin for the cross connection control tester registration hours.
Facilities and Building Systems
Building Design
Construction and Systems

Course Overview

Learn techniques that will help you to repair backflow preventers efficiently and effectively with hands-on practice on a variety of testable assemblies. This course will give you credit for 20 hours of continuing education credits towards your DSPS Wisconsin plumbing license.

In this course you will learn:

  • Review backflow prevention assembly terminology, applications and limitations.
  • Learn about tools and techniques that will help you to repair backflow preventers efficiently and effectively.
  • Practice repair hands-on with actual assemblies of several types from a variety of manufacturers.

Who Should Attend?

Practical training for plumbers, sprinkler fitters, facility maintenance personnel, and utility workers focusing on procedures for cross-connection control, backflow prevention, and testing of backflow prevention assemblies.

Fulfill Registration and Certification Requirements

Successful completion of this course fulfills the requirements in Wisconsin for the cross connection control tester registration hours.

Additionally, 20 continuing education hours are credited towards master plumber, journeyman plumber, and commercial plumbing inspector credential holders.

Show off your learning

Participants who successfully complete the course will be able to show off their knowledge by earning a digital credential.
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Charles (Chuck) Kraege-Soechting
Cross Connection Control Program Director

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.

Curt Thompson
Journeyman plumber and cross connection control tester

Upcoming dates

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June 10, 2026
695
Fee includes: morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, course materials.
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Schedule

Registration Date / Time /Location

06/10/2026 7:00am Central Standard Time

Room 141

Daily Schedule / Times

06/10/2026 7:30am –5:00pm

06/11/2026 7:30am –5:00pm

06/12/2026 7:30am – 12:00pm

Location

Madison Area Technical College

Commercial Avenue Education Center

2125 Commercial Ave.

Madison, WI 53704

June 10, 2026

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