How can I help to prevent contamination to the water system?
At home, make sure your outdoor faucets say “anti-siphon” or have some form of backflow protection such as a “hose attached vacuum breaker” device. Do not use unapproved products that connect your faucets to your sewer system. If you have a boiler, check to see if it has a backflow device. Contact the City Backflow Coordinator to conduct a survey of your property if you are not sure. The City is currently in the process of surveying all commercial properties to determine if any hazards exist. If you already have a backflow device, make sure to have it tested annually. To maintain compliance with City, State and National codes, the City keeps track of all installations and testing of backflow devices.
