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Board says backflow installation disputes remain unresolved as legislative outreach continues
Summary
Board members said the backflow installation jurisdiction issue continues in the legislature and expressed disappointment that responsibility for outreach fell back to the board; members discussed that the question of whether underground lines after the fire pump constitute sprinkler fitter work has been raised previously.
Board members discussed ongoing old business regarding backflow installations and legislative outreach, saying the matter has persisted for years and that the board earlier expected department or legislative liaisons to take the lead.
The Chair said he was disappointed the effort to approach the legislature had shifted back to the board, noting the issue dates to earlier staff changes and to an earlier statement that backflow installation must be performed by a plumber. Board members said the central technical disagreement involves whether underground piping after a fire pump is part of the fire protection/sprinkler fitter scope or site work.
Members noted the topic has been discussed for several years and that prior discussions, including outreach by John Mesner, have been part of the record. The board agreed to continue monitoring the legislative session and to remain involved in any follow up that requires their input.
