Authorized functions – who can do what
The following table shows what professionals are authorized to perform specific functions as part of the Cross Connect Control Program (CCCP), as per CSA B64.10, 2011.
Notes
- BPD - an abbreviation for Backflow Prevention Device
- a Tester’s Licence is required to perform each of these functions
- Fire Protection Systems, Lawn Sprinkler Systems, and Heating and Cooling systems have different requirements for the professionals authorized to perform CCCP functions compared to other systems
- Utilities Kingston maintains a list of certified testers which includes the functions they are authorized to perform
| Professional title | Perform cross connection survey | Install, relocate, or replace a BPD |
Repair a BPD |
Test a BPD |
for fire protection systems: All functions |
for lawn sprinkler systems: Repair or test a BPD |
for heating and cooling systems: All functions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Engineer | |||||||
| Certified Engineering Technologist * | |||||||
| Licensed Master Plumber with Contractor Licence | |||||||
| Journeyman Plumber ⁑ | |||||||
| Apprentice Plumber † | |||||||
| MOE Water Treatment/ Distribution License or Tradesperson†† | |||||||
| Fire Sprinkler Fitter | |||||||
| Lawn Irrigation System Installer | |||||||
| Steam Fitter |
* required to be under the direction of a Professional Engineer
⁑ required to be employed by a licensed plumbing contractor
† required to be employed by a licensed plumbing contractor and under the direct supervision of Journeyman Plumber or Master Plumber
†† must be employed with Utilities Kingston under the direction of a Professional Engineer