San Bernardino Municipal Code Ch. 13.12 Cross-Connections and Backflow Prevention Devices

It is unlawful for any person to install, maintain or allow to exist, or to fail, neglect or refuse to comply with a notice correction of any cross-connection, which is not in compliance with the provisions of this chapter; the Uniform Plumbing Code, latest adopted edition; the California Administrative Code; and other laws relating to cross-connections and backflow prevention devices. A finding by the City Municipal Water Department or the county health officer that a cross-connection does or may contaminate water for drinking or domestic purposes shall be prima facie evidence of a violation of this chapter.

(Ord. 2168, passed 5-7-1957; Ord. 3007, passed 8-19-1969)

No person shall fail, refuse or neglect to test and report to the City Municipal Water Department or health officer on the condition of all check valves, double-check valves, pressure vacuum breakers or backflow prevention devices installed to prevent contamination or pollution of drinking water systems. Such tests, maintenance and reports shall be as required by rules adopted by the Water Commissioners and by § 13.12.010.

(Ord. 2168, passed 5-7-1957; Ord. 3007, passed 8-19-1969)

The agency responsible for the enforcement of this chapter shall be the City Municipal Water Department.

(Ord. 2168, passed 5-7-1957; Ord. 3007, passed 8-19-1969)

Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punishable by a fine of not to exceed $500, or by imprisonment in the city jail for not to exceed six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each separate day or any portion thereof during which any violation of this chapter occurs or continues shall be deemed to constitute a separate offense and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punishable as herein provided.

(Ord. 2168, passed 5-7-1957)