Backflow definition

Backflow means the backflow of water or other liquids, mixtures, or substances into the distribution pipes of a potable water system from any source other than the intended source of the potable water supply.
Backflow means the flow of water in any pipe or fitting in a direction opposite to the normal direction of flow;
Backflow means the undesirable reversal of flow of water or mixtures of water and other liquids, gases or other substances into the public water systems distribution system from any source or sources other than its intended source.

Examples of Backflow in a sentence

  • For those plumbing apprentices that commence their employment during the life of this Agreement, they will have successfully gained the following nominated training outcomes in conjunction with the four-year term of their apprenticeship; • General Induction for Construction • Plumbers and Drainers Licence • Backflow Accreditation • TMV Accreditation • Scissor Lift and over 11 metre EWP Accreditation • Manual Handling Awareness • Confined Space.

  • Backflow removal and storage is not included unless otherwise mentioned in this Agreement.


More Definitions of Backflow

Backflow means the undesirable reversal of flow of water or other substances through a cross-connection into the public water system or consumer's potable water system.
Backflow means the undesirable reversal of the intended direction of flow in a potable water distribution system as a result of a cross connection.
Backflow means the undesirable reversal of flow of water or mixtures of water and other liquids, gases, or other substances into the distribution pipes of the potable supply of water from any source or sources.
Backflow means the flowing back of or reversal of the normal direction of flow of water;
Backflow means the flow in the direction opposite to the normal flow or the introduction of any foreign liquids, gases, or substances into the water system of the corporation.
Backflow means flow upstream, that is in a direction contrary to the intended normal direction of flow within or from a water fitting;
Backflow means a flowing back or reversal of the normal direction of flow.