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Colorado UST Class A/B Operator Training
Colorado UST Class A/B Operator Training
Product Description
The Colorado UST A/B Operator Training program equips underground storage tank (UST) operators with the essential knowledge and skills to manage and maintain UST systems in accordance with state and federal regulations. This training is vital for preventing environmental contamination and ensuring the safety of both the facility and the surrounding community. The program covers a broad range of topics, including regulatory requirements, financial responsibility, emergency response, and release detection methods, all tailored to Colorado’s unique regulatory landscape and environmental conditions.
Colorado A/B UST operator trianing: The training is delivered through our online course, making it accessible and engaging for all participants. Upon successful completion, operators receive certification recognized by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). This certification not only validates the operator’s expertise but also demonstrates their commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and environmental protection. By participating in this training, UST operators in Colorado are better prepared to manage their systems effectively and respond promptly to any issues that may arise, ensuring the long-term safety and sustainability of their operations.
Class A operators, who are responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of UST systems, receive comprehensive training on regulatory compliance and system management. This includes understanding financial responsibility, developing and implementing emergency response plans, and mastering various release detection methods.
Class A operators, who are responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of UST systems, receive comprehensive training on regulatory compliance and system management. This includes understanding financial responsibility, developing and implementing emergency response plans, and mastering various release detection methods.
Class B operators, who handle the UST system's day-to-day operations, focus on practical aspects such as operation and maintenance practices, record-keeping, and troubleshooting. This dual-level training approach ensures that both strategic oversight and practical management are thoroughly addressed, providing a robust framework for effective UST system management.
All of PASS’ UST operator training courses meet and exceed the federal requirements for UST operator training and are offered through our in-house designed and built Learning Management System (LMS). PASS’ state-specific A/B training courses are custom tailored to meet state requirements, and are accepted by more states than any other training provider. Our courses are available on demand, 24/7 and are accessible from any internet-connected computer, tablet, or phone. The student can complete an entire course in a single session or take the course in segments. The training may be stopped and restarted, allowing for maximum schedule flexibility. PASS also does not impose time restrictions on course access, so students may take as much time as they need to complete their training.
PASS’ UST operator training course content is divided into chapters. Each chapter utilizes a combination of text, images, and narration, providing a multi-faceted learning experience for diverse learning styles. Each chapter is followed by a quiz. If the student answers a quiz question incorrectly, the application automatically redirects the student to the correct course information. The student is then given another opportunity to answer the quiz question. This reflexive quizzing model ensures comprehension of the course material and reinforces learner retention.
In addition to the quizzes, the UST Class A/B operator training course includes a final exam, 80% of which must be answered correctly in order to print a certificate. The trainee can complete the entire course in a single session (approximately 4 hours plus exam time) or take the course in segments.
After completing this course, you must fill out and submit a UST Class A/B Operator Designation Form to OPS within 30 days of changing Class A or B operators.
After completing this course, you must fill out and submit a UST Class A/B Operator Designation Form to OPS within 30 days of changing Class A or B operators.
- Final Exam
- Yes
- Final Exam Passing Score
- 80%
- Certificate
- Yes
- Average Rating
- / 30 Reviews
- Regulated By
- Colorado Division of Oil and Public Safety →
Operator Overview Chapter 1
This first chapter discusses one of the most critical components of any facility: the personnel. Both the EPA and each state has regulations for operator duties and training. This chapter explains the different roles. Stations are expensive to run and maintain. It is not just as simple as distributing product, selling sodas and collecting money.
System and Components Chapter 2
This chapter gives a thumbnail description of the mechanics of a facility. It is extremely important for station personnel to know the components of a station, and how it operates. Many points addressed in this training also will examine environmental issues. Throughout the training are documents to download. These will 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.
Planning and Response Chapter 5
Okay, so there is a leak/spill/or overfill: what to do? First, be prepared. Think these steps through before a problem occurs. This chapter outlines what must be done in the event of a small incident or a major spill. Have a list of procedures and contacts posted at the facility, so personnel will not have to scramble under pressure.
Financial Responsibility Chapter 6
Running a facility is an expensive investment. Both the state and the EPA want to make certain that operators can handle the financial requirements and the costs of a cleanup. In this chapter, are required financial guarantees. These are fairly standard in all the states, as is a state cleanup fund to help in remediation. Operators will want to keep records of all expenditures and costs, as in any business., The state will inspect the facility and all documents.
Registration and Installation Chapter 7
All tanks must be registered with the states before they go into operation, with annual fees paid. They also need permits for the local authorizing body before being installed. If the ownership changes, the state must be notified. If there is a bankruptcy, the state must be notified, and if the product is changed in a tank, the state needs to know. Again, keep all records.
Inspection and Closure Chapter 8
In this final chapter are instructions on inspection and monitoring, and guidelines for when it should be done. These are not suggestions, consider this a station’s “To Do” list. If the two M’s are not followed: Monitoring and Maintenance -- it could lead to a function failure. If there is a problem, the state can issue a warning with a deadline for repairs; and in most states a Red Tag. A Red Tag prohibits delivery to one or several tanks if the deadline passes and repairs are not made. Also in this chapter, if one of the tanks needs to be “retired” or put out of service either temporarily or permanently, there are guidelines for this procedure as well.
