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Wisconsin Class A/B UST Operator Training

Wisconsin requires regulated underground storage tank (UST) facilities to designate trained Class A, Class B, and Class C operators. Class A and Class B operators must obtain certification through a training program approved by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). PASS Training & Compliance is currently listed by DATCP as an approved Class A/B training and testing provider. Wisconsin’s operator training requirements are established under Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 93, Subchapter VIII.

Why This Training Matters

Class A operators have primary responsibility for ensuring that UST systems are operated and maintained in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and typically manage the resources and personnel necessary to achieve compliance. Class B operators oversee the day-to-day operation and maintenance of UST systems and are responsible for implementing requirements related to release detection, release prevention, equipment performance, inspections, recordkeeping, and emergency response. Wisconsin requires operators to complete the appropriate training and certification before assuming their responsibilities, with a limited 30-day period for a new Class A or B operator at an existing compliant facility following a personnel change.

Course Coverage

This Class A/B operator training addresses Wisconsin-required subjects, including:

• UST system components and materials
• Spill and overfill prevention
• Leak and release detection and prevention
• Corrosion protection
• Emergency response procedures
• Product and equipment compatibility
• Tank registration and Permit-to-Operate requirements
• Financial responsibility documentation
• Notification requirements
• Reporting of obvious and suspected releases
• Temporary and permanent closure requirements
• Reporting and recordkeeping
• Class A, Class B, and Class C operator responsibilities and training requirements
• Operation and maintenance requirements under Wisconsin UST regulations

Course Format & Certification

This DATCP-approved course is delivered online, allowing operators to complete their Wisconsin Class A/B training conveniently. Upon successful completion of the PASS course and examination, the operator receives a certificate documenting completion of the approved training.

Wisconsin requires owners or operators to maintain documentation identifying the Class A, Class B, and Class C operators designated for the facility, including the operator's class, date duties were assumed, and dates of initial training and any retraining. Training certificates must be maintained in paper or electronic form. When a new Class A or Class B operator is designated, the facility must notify DATCP within 15 days after the new operator completes the training program.

DATCP may require Class A, Class B, or Class C operators to complete retraining when a UST system is not in compliance with release prevention or release detection requirements or demonstrates a continuing pattern of noncompliance with ATCP 93. When required, retraining must be completed within 30 days.

Who Should Take This

This course is intended for individuals who are designated or will be designated as Class A operators, Class B operators, or combined Class A/B operators at regulated UST facilities in Wisconsin. This may include facility owners, UST system operators, environmental and compliance managers, maintenance supervisors, site managers, and other personnel responsible for UST operation, maintenance, regulatory compliance, or record keeping.

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