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Minnesota UST Class A/B Operator Training

Owners and operators of regulated underground storage tank (UST) systems in Minnesota must comply with operator requirements administered by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). Minnesota UST facilities must designate Class A, Class B, and Class C operators, with limited exceptions for unattended card-lock facilities. Designated Class A and Class B operators must pass the MPCA-administered operator examination with a score of 75% or higher within 30 days of designation. PASS’ Minnesota UST Class A/B Operator Training is an MPCA-approved training course designed to help operators understand Minnesota UST requirements and prepare for their operator responsibilities and examination. For additional information, visit the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency UST Operator Requirements page.

Why This Training Matters

Class A and Class B operators have important responsibilities for maintaining compliant UST systems in Minnesota. Class A operators have primary responsibility for operating and maintaining UST systems and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. Class B operators are responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the UST system and for verifying that required operational and maintenance activities are being completed.

Although Minnesota does not require every Class A or Class B operator to complete training before taking the initial MPCA examination, the MPCA strongly encourages training. MPCA-approved training is required if a Class A or B operator fails the examination. A Class B operator may also be required to complete approved training and retake the examination when the MPCA determines that specified UST compliance violations have occurred.

Course Coverage

This combined Class A/B course addresses key Minnesota UST operator responsibilities and regulatory topics, including:

• Class A, Class B, and Class C operator responsibilities
• UST system operation and maintenance
• Spill and overfill prevention
• Release detection and related reporting
• Corrosion protection
• Emergency response
• Product and equipment compatibility
• Notification requirements
• Temporary and permanent closure
• Testing, inspections, reporting, and recordkeeping
• Environmental and regulatory consequences of releases
• Financial responsibility requirements
• Training requirements for facility operators
• Tank system components and applicable release-detection methods
• Minnesota-specific UST compliance requirements

Course Format & Certification

The Minnesota UST Class A/B Operator Training is delivered 100% online, allowing operators to complete the training from an internet-connected computer or device. The course is designed to provide operators with the knowledge needed to understand applicable Minnesota UST requirements and prepare for their Class A and/or Class B responsibilities.

Upon successful completion of the PASS training course, participants receive a certificate of completion documenting completion of the training.

Completion of the PASS training course does not by itself satisfy Minnesota’s Class A or Class B examination requirement. Class A and Class B operators must pass the MPCA-administered examination with a score of 75% or higher within the timeframes required by Minnesota regulations.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is intended for individuals who are designated or preparing to serve as Class A operators, Class B operators, or combined Class A/B operators at regulated UST facilities in Minnesota.

Class A operators have primary responsibility for operating and maintaining the UST system and ensuring that applicable regulatory requirements and standards are met.

Class B operators have day-to-day responsibility for UST system operation and maintenance. Except at unattended card-lock facilities, the Class B operator must be onsite at least once each month to verify that required operation and maintenance activities have been completed. Class B operators at unattended card-lock facilities must be onsite at least once each week.

Individuals responsible for both Class A and Class B functions may be designated as a combined Class A/B operator and should understand the requirements applicable to both classifications.

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