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Kentucky UST A/B operator

Kentucky UST A/B operator training is essential for individuals responsible for operating and maintaining underground storage tanks (USTs). This training ensures that operators are well-versed in the regulatory requirements and best practices for preventing leaks and spills, which can have significant environmental and public health impacts. Participants learn about the components of UST systems, including tanks, piping, and monitoring equipment, as well as the procedures for conducting inspections, maintaining records, and responding to emergencies. By completing this training, operators can effectively manage UST systems and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

The training also emphasizes the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to detect and address potential issues before they become major problems. Operators are taught to use leak detection methods, perform routine inspections, and implement corrective actions when necessary. Additionally, the training covers the financial responsibility requirements for UST owners and operators, helping them understand their obligations and the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage. Overall, Kentucky UST A/B operator training provides the knowledge and skills needed to protect the environment and public health while ensuring underground storage tank systems' safe and efficient operation.

Kentucky UST Class A/B Operator Training

This Kentucky UST Class A/B Operator Training course is designed to help owners and operators meet the underground storage tank (UST) training requirements established by the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet’s Underground Storage Tank Branch and satisfy state compliance obligations related to UST systems. The training supports understanding of Kentucky’s combined Class A/Class B operator requirements and practical compliance expectations (see https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Waste/underground-storage-tank/Pages/TOOLS.aspx).

Why This Training Matters

Kentucky requires owners of regulated UST systems to designate at least one combined Class A and Class B operator. The designated operator must understand both the regulatory oversight responsibilities of a Class A operator and the day-to-day operation and maintenance responsibilities of a Class B operator.

A newly designated combined Class A/B operator must complete training within 30 days. The operator must then successfully complete retraining annually, within 12 months of the most recent training date.

This training helps ensure operators understand key regulatory responsibilities, including:

Proper operation, maintenance, and release detection for UST systems
Compliance with spill, overfill, corrosion protection, and release-prevention requirements
Monthly and annual walkthrough inspection requirements
Reporting and response procedures for suspected or confirmed releases
Required testing, documentation, registration, and recordkeeping
Financial responsibility and delivery-prohibition requirements

These measures are critical to protecting public health, safety, soil, groundwater, and the environment from the risks associated with underground storage tank releases.

Course Coverage

Topics include:

Kentucky’s UST regulatory framework and compliance expectations
Combined Class A and Class B operator responsibilities
UST system components, operation, and maintenance
Spill and overfill prevention, release detection, and corrosion protection
Monthly and annual operation and maintenance walkthrough inspections
Release reporting, investigation, emergency response, and corrective action
Registration, financial responsibility, testing, and recordkeeping requirements
Kentucky operator designation, annual retraining, and certificate-submission requirements

Course Format & Certification

• Self-paced online training — accessible 24/7 from any device
• Designed for flexibility — complete in one session or in segments
• Reinforcement through quizzes and a final exam
• A score of at least 80% is required to successfully complete the final exam
• Newly designated combined Class A/B operators must complete training within 30 days of designation
• Combined Class A/B operators must successfully retrain every 12 months
• Upon successful completion, receive a Kentucky Class A/B operator training certificate
• The operator training certificate must be submitted to the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet within 30 days of course completion
• Training documentation must be provided to the Cabinet upon request

Who Should Take This

This training is intended for:

Individuals designated as combined Class A and Class B operators in Kentucky
UST owners and facility managers responsible for regulatory compliance
Environmental, safety, and operations personnel needing Kentucky Class A/B operator training
Current Kentucky Class A/B operators completing their required annual retraining

Details
Chapters

Final Exam: Yes
Final Exam Passing Score: 80%
Certificate: Yes
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Regulated By: Kentucky Department of Environmental Protection Division of Waste Management UST Branch →

Operator Overview Chapter 1

This first chapter discusses one of the most critical components of any facility: the personnel. Both the EPA and the states have regulations for operator duties and training. This chapter explains the different roles. Facilities are difficult to manage and maintain, and we learn that it's not just as simple as distributing a product, selling sodas and collecting money.

System and Components Chapter 2

It is extremely important for station personnel to know the components of a station, and how it operates, so this chapter gives a thumbnail description of the mechanics of a facility. Throughout the training, there are documents for download to help station operators perform their duties.

Release Detection Chapter 3

While every facility is different, they all have release detection, or monitoring, equipment in common. This chapter looks at the various monitoring devices, and what role an operator plays. Monitoring is important to catch leaks before they become a major headache. No operator wants to be responsible for ignoring monitoring issues resulting in a release into the environment

Release Prevention Chapter 4

In their collective wisdom, the states and the EPA mandate certain components to avoid a major spill or leak. Station operators should follow the two M’s: maintenance and monitoring. Doing both can avoid or lessen the impact of costly repairs or remediation. This chapter will help operators do just that.

Administration and Record Keeping Chapter 5

Owning and operating a UST Facility is not just about equipment and preventing releases. This chapter really dives into the other facets of UST management: registration, installation, ownership, financial requirements, paperwork, fuel delivery, reporting and closure.

Inspections and Response Chapter 6

The final chapter in our training is designed to ensure that the A/B Operator is prepared for upcoming inspections, both regulatory and in-house. We also cover the different functionality tests and how to handle these. Finally, we will discuss the appropriate response to fires, releases and other emergencies.