The five fluid categories and why the air gap gives the highest protection.
Backflow is when used or contaminated water flows the wrong way into the supply. The risk is graded into five fluid categories, from category 1 (wholesome water, fit to drink) up to category 5 (a serious health hazard such as faecal or other pathogenic matter).
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