The Backflow Prevention Association of Australia Inc. protection of the drinking water through education and information

Current Position 300 plus members Functioning Branches in QLD, NSW &VIC Interest from TAS & WA Have a seat and Chair WS-023 committee (AS/NZS 2845 Standard) Have a seat on the Australian Building Codes Board, Plumbing Codes Committee Have a seat on the QLD Plumbing Industry Consultative Group Have a seat on the QLD Plumbing Technical Advisory Group Have a seat on the New Zealand Water Backflow Industry Group

Current Position Have a seat on the ABCB WaterMark working group Have a seat on the WS14 (AS/NZS3500) Backflow Technical Committee Web site with members page Fortnightly email newsletter Annual Conference Regular State specific workshops Regular column in the Plumber’s Connection Magazine CPD Programme for members

Development Plan Project Priority 1 - 5 How will this be met Target date Cost Source of Funding Evaluation Implement – Yes / No Review direction 1 Exec committee End 2017 N/A Update website Member input Mid 2018 TBC General Funds Expanded CPD 2 Industry needs ongoing Backflow videos 3 Industry assistance Membership Drive Each State Chapter Attract Funding Grants & Sponsorships End 2018 Professional Development External Consultant

Future goals Produce a hazards identification audit form Increase governmental involvement Take roadshows to other regions Production of educational literature Grow to 500 members plus

When you understand the implications of a cross connection , you can stop backflow! The Backflow Prevention Association of Australia Inc.