About Us
Who We Are and What We Do - Morrison Backflow Testing (MBT) and Morrison Education & Training (MET)
Meet the Morrisons
Colleen Morrison – The Advocate & Business Leader
Colleen Morrison is the powerhouse behind MBT’s business operations. A certified tester herself, she oversees our administration team, customer service, and compliance. Her leadership ensures that MBT and MET operates with honesty, efficiency, and full compliance with CDPHE regulations.
As the Chair of the Backflow Association of Colorado (BAC), Colleen is also a dedicated advocate for small businesses and certified backflow technicians’ right to test and repair backflow assemblies.
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Daniel Morrison – The Field Expert and Educator
While Colleen leads in the office, Daniel Morrison is the heart of our field operations. As a dual certified (ABPA & ASSE) backflow prevention assembly tester, ABPA cross-connection control specialist, and primary instructor for our education and training courses, Danny stays at the forefront of the industry--ensuring that every Morrison test, repair, and class meets the highest standards.
Backflow Prevention Devices Requirements Act
UPDATE: Thank you for supporting Morrison Backflow Testing in our efforts to pass Colorado House Bill 25-1077. We’re thrilled to share that this was officially signed into law by Governor Jared Polis as the Backflow Prevention Devices Requirements Act, effective March 28, 2025!
Law Summary: No plumbing license required for people engaged in inspecting, testing, and repairing backflow prevention devices. The state of Colorado does require a valid ABPA or ASSE backflow testing certification.
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In 2024 when HB24-1344: Sunset Plumbing Board was up for renewal, an amendment was added mandating certified backflow technicians also hold either a master plumber or journeyworker license in order to inspect, test, and repair backflow prevention assemblies. This unnecessary restriction threatens the livelihood of certified backflow testers, could increase costs for businesses and residents alike, and risks widespread noncompliance with water safety regulations due to a shortage of qualified professionals. The Department of Regulatory Agencies will start enforcing this law April 1st, 2025, devastating our industry unless this can be addressed properly and swiftly by the Colorado General Assembly. Colleen Morrison and the BAC are working alongside water purveyors and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to help pass Colorado HB25-1077: Backflow Prevention Devices Requirements, which offers the best permanent solution by restoring Colorado’s backflow testing system to the way it was before HB24-1344.
Want to learn more about the threat HB24-1344: Sunset Plumbing Board poses to the backflow industry and small businesses? Watch Colleen Morrison's segment with Colorado 9NEWS below!
Our Experienced Testers
At Morrison Backflow Testing, our team is made up of highly skilled and experienced certified backflow technicians who go beyond just testing assemblies—we also specialize in repairing and restoring "Failed" backflow prevention assemblies to proper working order whenever possible. When you choose MBT for testing, you can rest assured that you’re in the hands of professionals dedicated to excellence, and a team who prioritizes practical, cost-effective solutions for clients.
Our expert technicians, Daniel Morrison and Michael Peden (pictured above), and Jesse Morrison, are ABPA-certified backflow testers with extensive hands-on experience in testing, cleaning, and repairing domestic, fire, and irrigation backflow assemblies.
Backflow Training and ABPA Certification Courses
Located in Golden, CO, Morrison Education & Training (MET) is designed to help students truly learn what they need to be a successfully licensed backflow tester—not just memorize for a test. We understand that every student learns differently, which is why we are committed to:- Individualized attention and small class sizes- Hands-on teaching with real-world applications- Utilizing a fully functioning wet-lab and dedicated classroom space- One-on-one practice opportunities to reinforce learning
At MET we are always striving to improve our offerings based on student and community feedback. That’s why we are expanding our course selections to include more specialized training courses, such as Backflow Repair Skills and Cross-Connection Survey, in addition to ABPA certification courses!