Rhode Island S2803 mandates a backflow test every ten years instead of annually.

Rhode Island S2803 changes the frequency of backflow tests for public water systems from yearly to every ten years. This bill aims to reduce the burden on water systems while maintaining safety standards. The new requirement applies to community and non-transient, non-community public water systems, which must certify compliance with the regulations. The bill also authorizes the director to adopt regulations governing cross-connection control plans and mandates the installation of approved cross-connection control devices.

Rhode Island S2803 mandates a backflow test every ten years instead of annually.

Rhode Island S2803 changes the frequency of backflow tests for public water systems from yearly to every ten years. This bill aims to reduce the burden on water systems while maintaining safety standards. The new requirement applies to community and non-transient, non-community public water systems, which must certify compliance with the regulations. The bill also authorizes the director to adopt regulations governing cross-connection control plans and mandates the installation of approved cross-connection control devices.