AWWA – CROSS – CONNECTION
CONTROL SPECIALIST EXAM 1 EXAM
WITH CORRECT ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECTLY WELL DEFINED ANSWERS
LATEST ALREADY GRADED A+
When should a backflow prevention assembly be tested?
a) Every year
b) Every five years
c) Before installation
d) Only after a water main break - ANSWERS-a) Every year
What is the difference between a "closed system" and an
"open system" in relation to cross-connection control?
a) An open system allows water to flow in multiple
directions, while a closed system allows water to flow in one
direction
b) A closed system uses only manual controls for water flow,
while an open system is automated
,c) An open system is connected to the main water supply,
while a closed system is isolated from it
d) A closed system prevents contamination, while an open
system allows for contamination - ANSWERS-a) An open
system allows water to flow in multiple directions, while a
closed system allows water to flow in one direction
8. Which of the following is the most common backflow
prevention device used in residential systems?
a) Air gap
b) Double-check valve
c) Pressure vacuum breaker
d) Reduced pressure zone (RPZ) valve - ANSWERS-b) Double-
check valve
How should a backflow preventer be installed to ensure
proper operation?
a) Above ground level
b) At the lowest point in the system
c) Below ground, with easy access for testing
d) At the point of use, connected directly to fixtures -
ANSWERS-c) Below ground, with easy access for testing
, What is the consequence of not installing cross-connection
control devices where required by the UPC?
a) Increased water consumption
b) Possible contamination of the potable water supply
c) Decreased water flow
d) Excessive water pressure in the system - ANSWERS-b)
Possible contamination of the potable water supply
1. What is the primary purpose of a cross-connection
control program?
A) To reduce water consumption
B) To prevent contamination of the potable water supply
C) To improve water pressure
D) To reduce water treatment costs - ANSWERS-B) To
prevent contamination of the potable water
supplyExplanation: The main goal of a cross-connection
control program is to protect the public water system from
potential contamination due to backflow.
2. Which of the following is the most effective way to
prevent backflow at a residential lawn irrigation system?
A) Installing a reduced pressure zone (RPZ) valve
CONTROL SPECIALIST EXAM 1 EXAM
WITH CORRECT ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECTLY WELL DEFINED ANSWERS
LATEST ALREADY GRADED A+
When should a backflow prevention assembly be tested?
a) Every year
b) Every five years
c) Before installation
d) Only after a water main break - ANSWERS-a) Every year
What is the difference between a "closed system" and an
"open system" in relation to cross-connection control?
a) An open system allows water to flow in multiple
directions, while a closed system allows water to flow in one
direction
b) A closed system uses only manual controls for water flow,
while an open system is automated
,c) An open system is connected to the main water supply,
while a closed system is isolated from it
d) A closed system prevents contamination, while an open
system allows for contamination - ANSWERS-a) An open
system allows water to flow in multiple directions, while a
closed system allows water to flow in one direction
8. Which of the following is the most common backflow
prevention device used in residential systems?
a) Air gap
b) Double-check valve
c) Pressure vacuum breaker
d) Reduced pressure zone (RPZ) valve - ANSWERS-b) Double-
check valve
How should a backflow preventer be installed to ensure
proper operation?
a) Above ground level
b) At the lowest point in the system
c) Below ground, with easy access for testing
d) At the point of use, connected directly to fixtures -
ANSWERS-c) Below ground, with easy access for testing
, What is the consequence of not installing cross-connection
control devices where required by the UPC?
a) Increased water consumption
b) Possible contamination of the potable water supply
c) Decreased water flow
d) Excessive water pressure in the system - ANSWERS-b)
Possible contamination of the potable water supply
1. What is the primary purpose of a cross-connection
control program?
A) To reduce water consumption
B) To prevent contamination of the potable water supply
C) To improve water pressure
D) To reduce water treatment costs - ANSWERS-B) To
prevent contamination of the potable water
supplyExplanation: The main goal of a cross-connection
control program is to protect the public water system from
potential contamination due to backflow.
2. Which of the following is the most effective way to
prevent backflow at a residential lawn irrigation system?
A) Installing a reduced pressure zone (RPZ) valve
