Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook
Policy Handbook Updates
The Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH) takes effect July 1, 2024. An FAQ on requirements effective July 1, 2024 is posted on the Guidance Documents.
The Division of Drinking Water, Cross-Connection Control Committee has released four Cross-Connection Control Plan (CCC Plan) templates, one for transient noncommunity water systems, one for nontransient noncommunity water systems, and two for small community water systems with less than 1,000 connections. The Committee is also working on the following additional guidance materials:
- Training for water systems and stakeholders on the CCCPH - TBD
- Guidance on the fire sprinkler requirements in the CCCPH - TBD
Comments and inquiries regarding the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook may be directed to: backflow@waterboards.ca.gov
Guidance Documents
Cross-connection Control Plan (CCCP) Templates
- Community Water Systems (CWS) serving ≤200 connections (pdf) (Word)
- Community Water Systems (CWS) serving 201–999 connections (pdf) (Word)
- Nontransient Noncommunity (NTNC) Water Systems (pdf) (Word)
- Transient Noncommunity (TNC) Water Systems (pdf) (Word)
Other Guidance Documents
- December 19, 2023 Adopted Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook
- December 19, 2023 Adopted Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook Staff Report
- FAQ on CCCPH - December 11, 2024
- Information for certifying bodies on SWRCB Recognition and ANSI accreditation
- Backflow Assembly Tester Certifications – Recognized and Accredited
- Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certifications – Recognized and Accredited