IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Please check our
examination schedule to view open certification examinations.
Due to regulations and restrictions surrounding COVID19, our
schedule is limited. Continue to check our schedule for updated
examination information.
If you are currently eligible to take the
BAT Certification written exam, please check
AMP's website for current information.
Emailing WCS at
batnews@greenriver.edu to inquire about BAT
exams will be the fastest and most efficient way to get a hold of us
during this time.
Backflow Assembly Tester
Certification Program
Washington Certification Services at Green River College
in Auburn administers the state of Washington Backflow Assembly Tester
(BAT) certification program and practical examination. The program
follows regulations, policies and procedures established by the
Washington State Department of Health (DOH) in cooperation with the
Waterworks Operator Certification Advisory Committee. DOH is
responsible for oversight of the BAT certification program and for
enforcement activities.
To become certified as a BAT in Washington an
applicant must pass the two-part
BAT certification examination. Washington does not have reciprocity with other states’
BAT certification programs or examinations. A high school diploma or
GED® is the only prerequisite to apply to take a BAT certification
examination. Training and experience are not required.
To maintain a valid certification, BATs are required to pay an
annual renewal fee
established by DOH. To demonstrate continued competency, certified
BATs must
also meet a professional growth requirement by passing a
professional growth
examination during each designated
reporting period.