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Backflow Blind Spots

01 Oct: Is Your Backflow Management System Working? A Practical Monitoring Framework for Water Safety Assurance

Backflow prevention is a critical component of any water safety and hygiene strategy, especially in industrial, commercial and community facilities.
But how do you know if your system is truly effective? A structured approach using six key monitoring types—Baseline, Operational, Validation, Verification, Investigative, and Audit/Review—can help you answer the essential questions about your system’s performance and resilience.

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25 Aug: What Is “Freshwater”? Rethinking Water Through Fitness for Purpose

“Freshwater” means many things to many people. For some, it’s the crisp, cold splash from a fridge-chilled bottle. For others, it’s the gentle flow of a Yorkshire beck, or the tap water used to make a morning cup of tea. But when it comes to managing water systems—especially in regulated environments—these everyday perceptions fall short of what’s needed to ensure safety, reliability, and accountability.

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03 Jul: Backflow Risk Management: A Five-Part Framework for Safer Water Systems

Backflow incidents pose a serious threat to water quality and public health. Whether you’re managing a commercial facility, a school camp, or a community centre, having a structured approach to backflow prevention is essential. One of the most effective ways to build a resilient system is by categorising your risk management activities into five key types: Preventive, Detective, Reactive, Supportive, and Informative.