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AWWA (American Water Works
Association) Cross Connection
Control Specialist Exam 1
Questions & Verified Solutions
What is the primary purpose of a cross-connection control program in a plumbing
system?
a) To increase water pressure
b) To prevent contamination of the potable water supply
c) To provide backup water sources
d) To reduce water usage - correct-answer - b) To prevent contamination of the
potable water supply
Which of the following is an example of a cross-connection?
a) A sprinkler system connected to a potable water supply
b) A faucet connected to a hose bib without a backflow preventer
c) A water meter installed on a mainline
d) A hot water heater installed properly - correct-answer - b) A faucet connected
to a hose bib without a backflow preventer
According to the UPC, what is required to prevent backflow in a system where a
potable water supply is connected to an irrigation system?
a) A pressure-reducing valve
b) A backflow prevention device
c) A check valve
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d) A vacuum breaker - correct-answer - b) A backflow prevention device
What is the function of a backflow preventer in a cross-connection control
system?
a) To stop water flow during a pipe rupture
b) To allow water to flow only in one direction
c) To increase water pressure
d) To treat water before it enters the system - correct-answer - b) To allow water
to flow only in one direction
5. Which of the following is a high hazard cross-connection according to the UPC?
a) A residential lawn irrigation system
b) A commercial food processing facility
c) A swimming pool water supply
d) A public drinking fountain - correct-answer - b) A commercial food processing
facility
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 - correct-answer - 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
AWWA (American Water Works
Association) Cross Connection
Control Specialist Exam 1
Questions & Verified Solutions
What is the primary purpose of a cross-connection control program in a plumbing
system?
a) To increase water pressure
b) To prevent contamination of the potable water supply
c) To provide backup water sources
d) To reduce water usage - correct-answer - b) To prevent contamination of the
potable water supply
Which of the following is an example of a cross-connection?
a) A sprinkler system connected to a potable water supply
b) A faucet connected to a hose bib without a backflow preventer
c) A water meter installed on a mainline
d) A hot water heater installed properly - correct-answer - b) A faucet connected
to a hose bib without a backflow preventer
According to the UPC, what is required to prevent backflow in a system where a
potable water supply is connected to an irrigation system?
a) A pressure-reducing valve
b) A backflow prevention device
c) A check valve
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d) A vacuum breaker - correct-answer - b) A backflow prevention device
What is the function of a backflow preventer in a cross-connection control
system?
a) To stop water flow during a pipe rupture
b) To allow water to flow only in one direction
c) To increase water pressure
d) To treat water before it enters the system - correct-answer - b) To allow water
to flow only in one direction
5. Which of the following is a high hazard cross-connection according to the UPC?
a) A residential lawn irrigation system
b) A commercial food processing facility
c) A swimming pool water supply
d) A public drinking fountain - correct-answer - b) A commercial food processing
facility
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 - correct-answer - 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
