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Chapter 902
BACKFLOW AND
CROSS CONNECTION PREVENTION
Article 1
SHORT TITLE
902.1.1 Citation
Article 2
INTERPRETATION
902.2.1 Applicable buildings-defined
902.2.2 ASSE-defined
902.2.3 AWWA-defined
902.2.4 Authorized functions list-defined
902.2.5 Auxiliary water supply-defined
902.2.6 Backflow-defined
902.2.7 Backflow prevention device-defined
902.2.8 Building-defined
902.2.9 Building Code-defined
902.2.10 City-defined
902.2.11 Cross connection-defined
902.2.12 CSA Standard-defined
902.2.13 Cross Connection Control Specialist-defined
902.2.14 High or severe hazard-defined
902.2.15 Kitchener Utilities-defined
902.2.16 Municipal hydrant-defined
902.2.17 NFPA 25 Standard-defined
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902.2.18 Officer-defined
902.2.19 Owner-defined
902.2.20 Potable water-defined
902.2.21 Premise isolation-defined
902.2.22 Private hydrant-defined
902.2.23 Source isolation-defined
902.2.24 Structure-defined
902.2.25 Tester-defined
902.2.26 Test report-defined
902.2.27 Test tag-defined
902.2.28 Utilities Engineer-defined
902.2.29 Water meter-defined
902.2.30 Zone isolation-defined
Article 3
APPLICATION OF CHAPTER
902.3.1 Buildings applicable
902.3.2 Hazardous-detrimental condition-applicable
902.3.3 Cross connection-prohibited
902.3.4 Backflow prevention device-where required
902.3.5 Persons permitted to carry out work-list
902.3.6 Backflow prevention devices-to CSA standard
902.3.7 Conflict with CSA standard-Chapter to prevail
Article 4
SELECTION OF BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
902.4.1 Devices used-testable-proper
902.4.2 Devices-selection-standards
902.4.3 Dual check valve-use-prohibited
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Article 5
INSTALLATION OF BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
902.5.1 Types of connections-properly labelled
902.5.2 Proper operation-at all times-owner responsibility
Article 6
TESTING OF DEVICES
902.6.1 Required-upon installation-repair-report to City
902.6.2 Testing-procedure-standards
902.6.3 Testing-other approved methods
902.6.4 Test report-required-all persons testing
902.6.5 Testing-report filed-annual-malfunction notice
Article 7
INSPECTIONS
902.7.1 Entry on property-any reasonable time
902.7.2 Non-compliance-notice-water shut off
902.7.3 Device installation-building permit required
Article 8
MUNICIPAL FIRE HYDRANTS
902.8.1 Use-other than employee duties-permission required
902.8.2 Unauthorized attachments-confiscated
Article 9
PRIVATE FIRE HYDRANTS
902.9.1 Maintained-inspected-services-owner responsibility
902.9.2 Use-restricted-as approved
902.9.3 Standards-colour
902.9.4 Unauthorized attachments-confiscated
902.9.5 Testing-by owner-annual-proof of-requirement
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902.1.1 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.2.2
Article 10
GENERAL PROVISIONS
902.10.1 Tests-reports-order by CCCS
902.10.2 Time to comply-extension-conditions
902.10.3 Contravention-water shut off-other measures
902.10.4 Removal ofbackflow prevention devices-prohibited
902.10.5 Backflow prevention device permit and tag fees
902.10.6 Schedule-CSA Standard
Article 11
ENFORCEMENT
902.11.1 Fine-for contravention
902.11.2 Severability
SCHEDULE
Schedule`A' -Authorized Functions List
Article I
SHORT TITLE
902.1.1 Citation
This Chapter may be cited as the`Backflow Prevention By-law."By-law
2002-135,2 July,2002.
Article 2
INTERPRETATION
902.2.1 Applicable buildings-defined
"applicable buildings"means existing industrial, commercial,institutional
and multi-residential buildings and structures, except buildings of residen-
tial occupancies within the scope of Part 9 of the Building Code. By-law
2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.2.2 ASSE-defined
"ASSE"means the American Society of Sanitary Engineering.
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902.2.3 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.2.12
902.2.3 AWWA-defined
"AWWA"means the American Water Works Association.
902.2.4 Authorized functions list-defined
"authorized functions list"means the list of functions and the persons autho-
rized to carry out such functions as set out as Schedule`A'.
902.2.5 Auxiliary water supply-defined
"auxiliary water supply"means any water source or system other than the
City's direct water supply that may be available in a building or on any prop-
erty,including any recycled water or cistern.
902.2.6 Backflow-defined
"backflow"means the flowing back of or reversal of the normal direction of
flow of water.
902.2.7 Backflow prevention device- defined
"backflow prevention device"means a device that prevents backflow and
includes,but is not limited to,a reduced pressure principle assembly,a dual
check valve,a double check valve.
902.2.8 Building-defined
"building"shall have the same meaning as set out in the Building Code Pict,
1992 as amended,or any successor thereof.
902.2.9 Building Code- defined
"Building Code"means Ontario Regulation 403/97,as amended,or any suc-
cessor thereof.
902.2.10 City-defined
"City"means The Corporation of the City of Kitchener.
902.2.11 Cross connection-defined
"cross connection"means any actual or potential connection between a po-
table water supply or system and any source of pollution or contamination
and includes any by-pass,jumper connection, removable section of pipe,
swivel or changeover device and any other temporary or permanent con-
necting arrangement through whichbackflow may occur.By-law 2002-135,
2 July,2002.
902.2.12 CSA Standard-defined
"CSA Standard" means the document entitled CAN/
CSA-B64.10-11/CAN/CSA-B64.10.1-11 - Selection and Installation of
Backflow Preventers Maintenance and Field Testing of Backflow
Preventers and amendments published by the Canadian Standards Associa-
tion, or any successor thereof.
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902.2.13 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.2.22
902.2.13 Cross Connection Control Specialist-defined
"Cross Connection Control Specialist"means the Cross Connection Control
Specialist of the City. By-law 2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.2.14 High or severe hazard-defined
"high or severe hazard"means any cross connection or potential cross con-
nection involving any substance that could be a danger to health.Examples
shall include hospitals, all establishments involving chemical usage, high
hazard uses as defined by the Building Code and any use where protection is
deemed required by the Cross Connection Control Specialist. By-law
2002-135,2 July,2002;By-law 2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.2.15 Kitchener Utilities- defined
"Kitchener Utilities"means the Kitchener Utilities Division of the City.
902.2.16 Municipal hydrant-defined
"municipal hydrant"means a fire hydrant that is installed on municipal prop-
erty as part of a system of fire protection.
902.2.17 NFPA 25 Standard-defined
"NFPA 25 Standard"means the document entitled NFPA 25: Standard for
the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection
Systems and amendments published by the National Fire Protection Associ-
ation, or any successor thereof.
902.2.18 Officer-defined
"officer"means the Cross Connection Control Specialist,and any municipal
law enforcement officer or by-law enforcement officer of the City.By-law
2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.2.19 Owner-defined
"owner"means any person,firm or corporation having control overproperty
to which this Chapter applies and includes the owner registered on the title of
the property and any occupant of any building or structure located on such
property.
902.2.20 Potable water-defined
"potable water"means water that is safe for human consumption.
902.2.21 Premise isolation-defined
"premise isolation"means isolation of the water located within a building or
structure from the City's water supply.By-law 2002-135,2 July,2002.
902.2.22 Private hydrant-defined
"private hydrant"means a fire hydrant that is installed on property other than
municipal property as part of a system of fire protection for that property.
By-law 2013-115,30 September,2013.
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902.2.23 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.3.2
902.2.23 Source isolation-defined
"source isolation" means isolation of the water located within or having
flowed through a source or potential source of contamination within a build-
ing or structure,including,but not limited to,a device,machine or water sys-
tem,from any potable water system.
902.2.24 Structure-defined
"structure"means anything constructed or built permanently or temporarily
which is provided with a source of potable water.
902.2.25 Tester-defined
"tester"means a person who is a certified backflow prevention device tester
who has successfully completed a cross connection course in backflow pre-
vention device testing at an accredited school or college as defined in the
CAN/CSA B64.10-94 and is recognized by the City.
902.2.26 Test report- defined
"test report"means a report in the form as prescribed from time to time.
902.2.7 Test tag- defined
"test tag"means a tag in the form as prescribed from time to time.By-law
2002-135,2 July 2002
902.2.28 Utilities Engineer- defined
"Utilities Engineer" means the Utilities Engineer of the City. By-law
2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.2.29 Water meter-defined
"water meter"means the water meter installed within a premises to record
the amount of water supplied to such premises by the City.
902.2.30 Zone isolation- defined
"zone isolation"means the isolation of the water located within an area of a
building or structure from any potable water system located within such
building or structure. By-law 2002-135,2 July 2002
Article 3
APPLICATION OF CHAPTER
902.3.1 Buildings applicable
This Chapter applies to applicable buildings and to all lawn irrigation sys-
tems including systems appurtenant to residential occupancies under Part 9
of the Building Code.By-law 2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.3.2 Hazardous-detrimental condition-applicable
In addition to and notwithstanding Section 902.3.1, this Chapter applies
where a condition exists in any new or existing building or structure that may
be hazardous or detrimental to the potable water supply.
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902.3.3 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.4.3
902.3.3 Cross connection-prohibited
No person or owner shall connect,cause to be connected or allow to remain
connected to the City's water supply or any other potable water system any
piping,fixture,fitting,container,appliance,vehicle,machine,or the like,in
a manner which may under any circumstance allow water,waste water or
any other liquid,chemical or substance to enter such supply or system except
in compliance with the provisions of this Chapter.By-law 2002-135,2 July,
2002.
902.3.4 Backflow prevention device-where required
In addition to Section 902.3.3 and in accordance with all other provisions of
this Chapter,every owner of a property to which this Chapter applies shall
ensure that a backflow prevention device is installed in respect of premise
isolation for all lawn irrigation systems and applicable buildings. By-law
2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.3.5 Persons permitted to carry out work-list
Only the person listed in the Authorized Functions List,Schedule`A',shall
carry out the corresponding functions set out in such list.
902.3.6 Backflow prevention devices-to CSA standard
Except as otherwise set out in this Chapter,the installation,maintenance and
field testing of backflow prevention devices shall be in accordance with the
CSA standard.
902.3.7 Conflict with CSA standard-Chapter to prevail
Wherever the CSA standard and this Chapter are in conflict the provisions of
this Chapter shall prevail.By-law 2002-135,2 July,2002.
Article 4
SELECTION OF BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
902.4.1 Devices used-testable-proper
Every owner shall ensure that every backflow prevention device required for
premise isolation on its property is a testable device and is the proper device
to be used pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter.
902.4.2 Devices-selection-standards
Backflow prevention devices for premise,source or zone isolation shall be
determined using the CSA Standard or,when the type of cross connection is
not identified in the CSA Standard,shall be determined by the Cross Con-
nection Control Specialist.
902.4.3 Dual check valve- use-prohibited
Despite any provision of the CSA Standard,a dual check valve device shall
not be used for premise isolation.By-law 2013-115, 30 September,2013.
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902.5.1 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.5.2
Article 5
INSTALLATION OF BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
902.5.1 Types of connections-properly labelled
Every person installing a backflow prevention device shall ensure that:
(a) such device is installed in accordance with acceptable engineer-
ing practices and the requirement of the Building Code, this
Chapter,the Installation Guide and the CSA Standard;
(b) such device is installed in a building or structure;
(c) such device is located in such a manner so that in the event of
backflow the device prevents contamination of the City's water
supply and any other potable water system;
(d) where such device is installed in respect of premise isolation,
such device is located within a maximum of 3.0 metres (98.4
feet) downstream of the water meter, except where circum-
stances require the device to be installed upstream of the water
meter and such location is to the satisfaction of the City;
(e) where such device is installed in respect of premise isolation,all
piping between the water meter and such device is clearly la-
belled"no connection permitted";
(f) where such device is installed in respect of source or zone isola-
tion,all piping between the point of contamination and the point
at which the device is located is labelled"non-potable water";
and
(g) where such device is installed in a public pool as defined in the
Building Code, all exposed water piping and chlorine piping
within the water treatment service room shall be colour coded
by means of:
(i) painting the entire outer surface of the piping, or
(ii) coloured bands at least 25 mm(1 in)in width that
are spaced along the piping at intervals of not more
than 1,200 mm(4 ft. 1 in.); and
(iii) colour coding referred to in(i)and(ii)shall be yel-
low for chlorine and green for potable water.
902.5.2 Proper operation-at all times-owner responsibility
Every owner of property upon which a backflow prevention device is in-
stalled shall ensure that such device is in proper working order at all times.
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902.6.1 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.6.5
Article 6
TESTING OF DEVICES
902.6.1 Required-upon installation-repair- report to City
Every owner who has a backflow prevention device located on his/her prop-
erty shall ensure that:
(a) such device is tested by a tester when it is first installed and an-
nually thereafter or earlier if requested by the City and also
when it is cleaned,repaired,overhauled or relocated;
(b) when such device is tested that a test report,of such test is pro-
vided to the City within fourteen days of the test being con-
ducted;and
(c) in the event that such device is malfunctioning or otherwise not
in proper working order,the device is immediately repaired or
replaced.
902.6.2 Testing-procedure-standards
Every person who tests a backflow prevention device shall carry out such
testing in accordance with this Chapter and the CSA Standard.
902.6.3 Testing-other approved methods
In addition to the testing methods set out in section 6 of the CSA Standard,
test procedures established by the ASSE or AWWA for testing backflow
prevention devices may be employed.
902.6.4 Test report- required-all persons testing
Despite section 6.3.1 of the CSA Standard, every person who tests a
backflow prevention device shall prepare a test report.By-law 2002-135,2
July,2002.
902.6.5 Testing-report filed-annual- malfunction notice
Every person who tests a backflow prevention device shall:
(a) within fourteen days of carrying out such test and at least once
annually provide a legible test report to the Cross Connection
Control Specialist in respect of such test;and
(b) upon finding that such device is malfunctioning or is otherwise
not in proper working order,immediately notify the owner of
the premises and the Cross Connection Control Specialist of
such condition."
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902.7.1 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.8.2
Article 7
INSPECTIONS
902.7.1 Entry on property-any reasonable time
Any officer may enter on land at any reasonable time for the purpose ofcar-
rying out an inspection to determine whether or not this Chapter is being
complied with.Entry to any place actually being used as a dwelling unit shall
be subject to the requirements of the Municipal Pict, 2001.
902.7.2 Non-compliance-notice-water shut off
Where the City finds that a condition exists on any property that may allow
contamination of the City's water supply or the contamination of any other
potable water system on such property,including any residential building or
structure,the Cross Connection Control Specialist may:
(a) cause the water supply to the property or any portion thereof to
be shut off until the condition is eliminated; or
(b) notify Kitchener Utilities which may cause the water supply to
the property or any portion thereof to be shut off until the condi-
tion is eliminated.By-law 2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.7.3 Device installation-building permit required
A building permit is required to be obtained pursuant to the Building Code
Pict,2006 to install a backflow prevention device.The provisions of the Act
and the regulations pertaining to such building permit continue to apply to
each installation in addition to the provisions of this Chapter. By-law
2002-135,2 July,2013;By-law 2013-115,30 September,2013.
Article 8
MUNICIPAL FIRE HYDRANTS
902.8.1 Use-other than employee duties-permission required
No person except for City employees,acting within the scope of their duties,
shall make use of municipal hydrants without written permission from the
Utilities Engineer.
902.8.2 Unauthorized attachments-confiscated
All unauthorized attachments found on municipal hydrants may be confis-
cated by the Cross Connection Control Specialist.
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902.9.1 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.10.2
Article 9
PRIVATE FIRE HYDRANTS
902.9.1 Maintained-inspected-services-owner responsibility
The owner of property that has a private hydrant shall ensure that the hydrant
is maintained in good working condition at all times and that inspection,ser-
vicing and testing of the hydrant is carried out by a person qualified to per-
form these services and in accordance with the NFPA Standard.
902.9.2 Use-restricted- as approved
Except as set out herein,no person shall make use of private hydrant unless
for servicing,maintenance or testing purposes.Private hydrants are not to be
used as a water supply unless the Utilities Engineer has approved such use
and any conditions placed on the use by the Utilities Engineer are complied
with.
902.9.3 Standards-colour
All private hydrants shall conform to City hydrant standards,with the excep-
tion of the paint colours. The hydrants may not be painted with a yellow
body as this is the colour that identifies municipal hydrants.
902.9.4 Unauthorized attachments-confiscated
All unauthorized attachments found on private hydrants may be confiscated
by the Cross Connection Control Specialist.
902.9.5 Testing-by owner- annual-proof of- requirement
The owner of a private hydrant shall not less than once each year have all
components of the hydrant inspection,serviced and tested to NFPA 25 Stan-
dard and shall provide proof of compliance with this requirement within sev-
enty-two hours of a request from the Cross Connection Specialist.
Article 10
GENERAL PROVISIONS
902.10.1 Tests-reports-order by CCCS
In addition to any other provision of this Chapter, the Cross Connecting
Control Specialist may at any time order an owner to conduct tests,provide
reports and undertake any other measures required for the prevention of
backflow or cross connection.
902.10.2 Time to comply- extension-conditions
Where a time frame is set out in this Chapter for carrying out any action,the
City may extend the time for compliance beyond the established time frame
provided such extension is required and is acceptable to the Cross Connect-
ing Control Specialist. By-law 2002-135,2 July,2013;By-law 2013-115,
30 September,2013.
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902.10.3 BACKFLOW CROSS CONNECTION 902.11.2
902.10.3 Contravention-water shut off-other measures
Where any person contravenes any provision of this Chapter,in addition to
any other measures permitted to be taken by the City to address such contra-
vention,the City may shut off the water to the affected property or any por-
tion thereof until the contravention is rectified.
902.10.4 Removal of backflow prevention devices-prohibited
No person shall remove a backflow prevention device after it has been in-
stalled and no owner of a building or structure in which a backflow preven-
tion device is installed shall cause or permit the removal of such device,
unless such removal is:
(a) to facilitate the repair of the device and such device is replaced
immediately after such repair is carried out;or
(b) to replace the device with another device that meets or exceeds
the provisions of this Chapter.
902.10.5 Backflow prevention device permit and tag fees
There shall be a fee payable for any permit required by this Chapter which
shall be in an amount as prescribed by Council from time to time.
902.10.6 Schedule-CSA Standard
Schedule`A'and the CSA Standard shall form part of this Chapter.By-law
2002-135,2 July,2013.
Article 11
ENFORCEMENT
902.11.1 Fine-for contravention
Every person who contravenes any provision of this Chapter is guilty of an
offence and is liable,upon conviction,to a fine not exceeding Ten Thousand
Dollars($10,000), exclusive of costs, for each offence,recoverable under
the Provincial Offences Pict. By-law 2002-135, 2 July, 2013; By-law
2013-115,30 September,2013.
902.11.2 Severability
It is hereby declared that each and every of the foregoing provisions of this
Chapter is severable and that if any provisions of this Chapter should,for any
reason,be declared invalid by any court,it is the intention and desire of this
Council that each and every of the then remaining provisions hereof shall re-
main in full force and effect.By-law 2002-135,2 July,2002.
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