CPCPWT4022 Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to test, commission, and maintain backflow prevention devices in water services and is offered in a classroom environment with practical based learning. Assessments for this course are conducted in both a practical and classroom setting.

This is an accredited three-day course required for all plumbers in Queensland who wish to obtain a backflow endorsement on their occupational licence. Successful completion of this training satisfies the requirement of the endorsement with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).

There are prerequisites for this course:

- CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
- CPCPWT3027 Install backflow prevention devices
- CPCPCM3023 Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping

If you have completed these units in your prior studies, you must upload it during your enrolment tasks.

If you haven’t completed these units, the Training Services team will be able to provide you with options on how you can complete these units prior to attending the class for CPCPWT4022 Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices.

Please note, you will not be able to enrol in the prerequisite units if it is less than 1 week prior to CPCPWT4022 Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices course. For further information, please contact the Training Services Team on 07 3273 0800.

The Australian Standards (including all amendments) listed below are required for this course:
- AS/NZS3500.0 2021
- AS/NZS3500.1 2021
- AS/NZS2845.3 2020

- Members: $760* (GST Free)
- Non-members: $1,060* (GST Free)

Construction Skills Queensland is an independent, not-for-profit, industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees, and career seekers in the building and construction industry.

We are proud to have been selected as one of a core group of registered training organisations (RTO) that will be delivering Construction Skills Queensland-funded training. We look forward to supporting individuals and businesses to unlock new opportunities in the building and construction industry through training.

Below is the maximum amount of funding that is available for this unit, for eligible participants (please refer to MPAQ webpage for eligibility requirements):

CPCPWT4022 Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices
CSQ Subsidy Refund - $467.00 (to be refunded after the completion of the course)

There following assessments must be completed and then signed off by your trainer in order to receive your statement of attainment:

Knowledge Assessment
Practical Assessment including the submission of the following Form9's:
- 1 SCV report
- 3 DCV reports
- 3 RPZ reports.