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

2. 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

3. 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 newsletter
Annual Conference
Regular State specific workshops
Regular column in the Plumber’s Connection Magazine
CPD Programme for members

4. 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

5. 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

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