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 three Cross-Connection Control Plan (CCC Plan) templates, one for transient noncommunity water systems, one for nontransient noncommunity water systems and one for small community water system with 200 or fewer connections. The Committee is also working on the following additional guidance materials:

• Cross-connection Control Plan Template for Community Water Systems (CWS) serving 200-999 connections – Expected 1Q-2025
• 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

• December 19, 2023 Adopted Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook
• December 19, 2023 Adopted Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook Staff Report
• Cross-connection Control Plan Template for Community Water Systems (CWS) serving ≤200 connections
• Cross Connection Control Plan Template for Nontransient Noncommunity (NTNC) Water Systems
• Cross Connection Control Plan Template for Transient Noncommunity (TNC) Water Systems
• FAQ on CCCPH
• Information for certifying bodies on SWRCB Recognition and ANSI accreditation