At MT Drains & Plumbing in Oakville, our unwavering commitment to maintaining the safety and quality of the public water supply is paramount. We offer a comprehensive suite of backflow prevention services that includes annual inspections and thorough testing, all meticulously tailored to not only meet but exceed Oakville’s rigorous requirements. Our dedication to water quality and safety is unwavering, ensuring compliance with Oakvilles backflow testing requirements.
In line with the Water Supply By-law, the City of Oakville has established a mandatory requirement for property owners in Oakville. This requirement applies to industrial, commercial, institutional, and specific residential properties, including construction sites. The primary objective of this mandate is to ensure the protection and purity of Oakville’s drinking water. By isolating buildings from the municipal water distribution system and preventing contaminants from entering the drinking water supply, Oakville’s backflow prevention program plays a crucial role in preserving water quality and public health.
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Cross-connection refers to any connection between a drinking water system and potential contaminants in Oakville, necessitating control to prevent backflow of contaminated water.
Backflow is the reversal of water flow in a plumbing system in Oakville. It results from back siphonage and back pressure, posing contamination risks.
A backflow preventer is a device designed to prevent backflow in Oakville, with different types available based on application and protection level.
Regular testing of backflow preventers is essential in Oakville for:
1. Safeguarding Water Quality: Effective backflow prevention is essential to preserving the integrity and cleanliness of Oakville’s water supply.
2. Protecting Public Health: By preventing the entry of contaminated water, backflow prevention helps ensure the safety of Oakville’s drinking water.
3. Regulatory Compliance: Compliance with by-laws, including Oakville’s, is crucial to meeting regulatory requirements and safeguarding public health.
Understanding the causes and risks of backflow is critical for effective prevention. Addressing back pressure and back siphonage through proper plumbing practices and the installation of backflow prevention devices safeguards water quality and promotes the safety of Oakville’s water supply systems.
1. Double Check Valve Assembly (DCVA): DCVAs are suitable for “moderate hazard” facilities in Oakville, providing protection against low to moderate backflow risk.
2. Reduced Pressure Principle Assembly (RP): RPs are required for “severe hazard” facilities in Oakville, offering comprehensive protection against high-risk backflow incidents.
Back pressure occurs when private water system pressure exceeds the City’s water supply system pressure in Oakville. Factors such as pumps, elevated tanks, temperature fluctuations in boiler systems, and local pressure events can trigger back pressure, pushing water from the private system into the City’s distribution system.
Back siphonage results when City water supply pressure drops below that of a private system in Oakville. It can occur during firefighting or water main breaks, pulling contaminated water from the private system into the City’s distribution system.
In summary, understanding backflow terms, the importance of backflow prevention, and the need for periodic testing of backflow preventers is crucial for safeguarding the integrity and safety of public water systems.
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