Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives:

After completing the training covered in Module 1, you will be able to:

  • identify a public water system,
  • discuss the history and intent the Safe Drinking Water Act,
  • classify the types of cross-connections,
  •  assess the dangers associated with cross-connections,
  • identify typical cross-connections,
  • distinguish between the different types of cross-connections,
  •  explain potable water,
  • label the resultant forces and the types of backflow,
  • explain why backflow occurs,
  • classify a contaminant or pollutant,
  • recognize the factors that create a cross-connection incident,
  • explain why cross-connection exist and where they are found,
  • use case studies to validate the importance of controlling cross-connection, and
  • formulate steps to combat the dangers of cross-connections