BACKFLOW PREVENTION PROGRAM

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The AETA is proud to present the 2022 Backflow Prevention Training Schedule. Backflow prevention is an essential part of protecting water systems from pollution and contamination. This year we will offer additional Backflow Assembly Tester Recertification classes to provide training on expanded backflow topics. The classes we offer provide credentials for obtaining Backflow Assembly Tester and Repair certifications and licenses. In addition, the AETA provides training for running a Cross-Connection Control program.

Thank you to all those who host our classes throughout the state, our manufacturers’ representatives, and the Backflow Prevention Association of Arkansas. Your support continues to be important in promoting public health through safe drinking water. We look forward to working with you throughout the year.

Randy Harper, AETA Director

ACCREDITATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

Backflow Prevention Certification training provided by the Arkansas Environmental Training Academy is accredited by:

  • Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes
  • Arkansas Department of Health Engineering
  • Louisiana Department of Health
  • Louisiana State Plumbing Board
  • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

The AETA offers Backflow training on-campus, at locations statewide, and by Internet delivery.  To schedule a class at your facility, contact rharper@sautech.edu or call (870) 574-4550.

BACKFLOW TRAINING SCHEDULE

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 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees
02/27/202302/27/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationCamdenHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
02/28/202303/02/2023Backflow Large Assembly RepairCamdenHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
03/06/202303/10/2023Backflow Assembly TesterLittle RockHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
03/21/202303/23/2023Backflow Assembly RepairTexarkanaHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
04/25/202304/25/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationVan BurenHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
05/10/202305/10/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationJonesboroHarper$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
05/31/202306/01/2023Backflow Assembly RepairLafayette, LAHarper$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
06/07/202306/07/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarper$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
06/13/202306/13/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationJonesboroHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
06/12/202306/14/2023Backflow Assembly RepairJonesboroHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
07/10/202307/10/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
07/11/202307/13/2023Backflow Assembly RepairMaumelleHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
07/25/202307/25/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationSpringdaleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
07/24/202307/28/2023Backflow Assembly TesterFayettevilleHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
08/15/202308/15/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationConwayHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
08/14/202308/18/2023Backflow Assembly TesterConwayHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
08/28/202308/28/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationSpringdaleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
08/29/202308/31/2023Backflow Assembly RepairSpringdaleHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
09/06/202309/06/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationVan BurenHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
09/11/202309/11/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationConwayHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
09/12/202309/14/2023Backflow Assembly RepairConwayHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
09/26/202309/26/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationFayettevilleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
09/25/202309/29/2023Backflow Assembly TesterFayettevilleHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/16/202310/16/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationFayettevilleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/17/202310/19/2023Backflow Assembly RepairFayettevilleHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/24/202310/24/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationCamdenHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/23/202310/27/2023Backflow Assembly TesterCamdenHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/23/202310/27/2023Backflow Assembly Tester (Texas BPAT)CamdenHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/31/202310/31/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/30/202311/03/2023Backflow Assembly TesterMaumelleHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
11/06/202311/06/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationCamdenHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
11/07/202311/09/2023Backflow Large Assembly RepairCamdenHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
11/14/202311/15/2023Cross-Connection Control Program SpecialistFayettevilleHarvey$250.00RegisterRegister & Pay
11/27/202311/27/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarvey$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
11/28/202311/30/2023Backflow Assembly RepairMaumelleHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
12/05/202312/06/2023Backflow Assembly RepairLafayette, LAHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees

BACKFLOW TRAINING INTERNET

 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees
02/19/202302/26/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationLittle RockHarvey$140.00Register
03/26/202304/02/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationFayettevilleHarvey$140.00Register
04/23/202304/30/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationJonesboroHarvey$140.00Register
05/21/202305/28/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarvey$140.00Register
06/11/202306/18/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationJonesboroHarvey$140.00Register
07/16/202307/23/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationSpringdaleHarvey$140.00Register
08/06/202308/13/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationConwayHarvey$140.00Register
09/17/202309/24/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationFayettevilleHarvey$140.00Register
10/22/202310/29/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarvey$140.00Register
11/19/202311/26/2023Backflow Assembly Tester RecertificationMaumelleHarvey$140.00Register
 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees

TEXAS BACKFLOW PREVENTON ASSEMBLY TESTER

 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees
02/20/202302/24/2023Backflow Assembly Tester (Texas BPAT)TexarkanaHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
03/21/202303/23/2023Texas BPAT Renewal with Practical SkillsTexarkanaHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/23/202310/27/2023Backflow Assembly Tester (Texas BPAT)CamdenHarvey$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
11/07/202311/09/2023Texas BPAT Renewal with Practical SkillsCamdenHarvey$350.00RegisterRegister & Pay
 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees

WATER SUPPLY PROTECTION SPECIALIST

 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees
04/04/202304/04/2023WSPS RecertificationLafayette, LAHarper$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
04/03/202304/06/2023Water Supply Protection SpecialistLafayette, LAHarper$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
04/18/202304/18/2023WSPS RecertificationHouma, LAHarper$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
05/15/202305/19/2023Water Supply Protection SpecialistNew Orleans, LARowe$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/03/202310/03/2023WSPS RecertificationLafayette, LAHarper$125.00RegisterRegister & Pay
10/02/202310/06/2023Water Supply Protection SpecialistLafayette, LAHarper$450.00RegisterRegister & Pay
 Start Date End Date Course Name Location Instructor Fees

BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSOCIATION OF ARKANSAS

Start Date

End Date

Course Name

Location

Instructor

Fees

12/01/2022

12/01/2022

Backflow Prevention Association of Arkansas Seminar

Camden

BPAA

Contact: Kassondra Ivie kivie@sautech.edu (870) 574-4550

05/01/2023

05/01/2023

Backflow Prevention Association of Arkansas Seminar

Hot Springs

BPAA

Contact: Kassondra Ivie kivie@sautech.edu (870) 574-4550

06/15/2023

06/15/2023

Backflow Prevention Association of Arkansas Seminar

Paragould

BPAA

Contact: Kassondra Ivie kivie@sautech.edu (870) 574-4550

09/07/2023

09/07/2023

Backflow Prevention Association of Arkansas Seminar

Fort Smith

BPAA

Contact: Kassondra Ivie kivie@sautech.edu (870) 574-4550

12/07/2023

12/07/2023

Backflow Prevention Association of Arkansas Seminar

Maumelle

BPAA

Contact: Kassondra Ivie kivie@sautech.edu (870) 574-4550

BACKFLOW COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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If you plan to take a Licensure Exam following a Backflow Class, you Must contact the ADH Protective Health Codes Division. Applications must be received by ADH prior to the exam date.

Protective Health Codes Section (Backflow Licensing) Contacts:

  • Ricky Mayhan: Phone: (501) 661-2642 E-Mail: Ricky.Mayhan@arkansas.gov
  • William Sims: Phone: (501) 661-2648 E-Mail: William.Sims@arkansas.gov

Engineering Section (Cross-Connection Control Program) Contact:

  • Robert Reaves Phone: (501) 661-2623 E-Mail: Robert.Reaves@arkansas.gov