M14 Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control: Recommended Practices (5th Edition)
The Industry-Standard Manual for Protecting Public Water Systems and Managing Regulatory Compliance
Format: Professional Technical Manual | Publisher: American Water Works Association (AWWA)
The Definitive AWWA Guide for Water System Professionals and Municipal Utility Operators
For professionals charged with safeguarding the integrity of the public water supply, the M14 Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control manual is the industry’s most critical technical resource. This fifth edition provides comprehensive guidance on recommended procedures and practices for developing, operating, and maintaining robust cross-connection control programs, helping utilities minimize contamination risks.
This manual is essential for anyone involved in plumbing, fire protection, irrigation, or utility management. It offers the technical foundation needed to assess risks, identify hazards, and ensure compliance across municipal and commercial water distribution networks.
Core Manual Features & Technical Coverage:
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Comprehensive Procedures: Detailed guidance on the operation and maintenance of cross-connection control and backflow prevention programs.
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New Survey Chapter: Features a dedicated chapter on conducting effective cross-connection control surveys to identify potential system vulnerabilities.
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Expanded Device Testing: A greatly expanded appendix provides step-by-step instructions on testing most standard backflow-prevention devices.
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Cross-Industry Insight: Provides valuable perspectives on the roles of the plumbing, fire protection, and irrigation sectors in protecting public health.
Cross-Industry Utility & Licensing Applications:
An indispensable reference manual for municipal utility managers, certified inspectors, and trade professionals across key infrastructure sectors:
| • Municipal Water Supply Protection Programs |
• Backflow Device Application & Maintenance |
| • Cross-Connection Control Survey Planning |
• Public Health & Regulatory Compliance |
| • Texas Public Utility Infrastructure |
• Michigan Municipal Water Systems |
| • California Water Management Districts |
• Washington Irrigation & Plumbing Safety |
