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Letter of instruction for A/B Owner/Operator course development and
approval

State of Utah Underground Storage Tank program (UST) staff has created a Guidance
Document (available on our WEB site http://www.undergroundtanks.utah.gov) outlining
critical topics to be covered for the A/B Owner Operator Training. A/B courses may be
taught as one course or separated into A or B specific courses.

Course Evaluation and Approval

Use the Guidance Document as a template to create a meaningful and interesting course
and manual. Elements of an effective course should include:
• Sharing personal experiences
• PowerPoint presentations
• Detailed diagrams
• Group discussions
• Online interactive computer courses
• Photographs
• Hands on training and visual aids.

We have prioritized the main topics for the class. The course must cover all topics listed
and place emphasis on those identified as higher priority (with “1” being highest
priority). Courses that fail to do so will be rejected. If your course is rejected you may
make modifications and resubmit your information.

1) Leak Prevention (includes cathodic protection, installs/upgrades, & compatibility
issues)

2) Leak Detection Piping

3) Leak Detection Tanks

4) Spill & Overfill Prevention

5) Recordkeeping & Inspection Checklist

6) Program Rules/Regulations (includes installations/upgrades)

7) ABC Operator Responsibilities

8) Presentation & Knowledge of Topics

Courses may be audited at any time by State UST staff and the State will collect
evaluations from attendees. Student evaluations may be considered in determining the
ongoing approval status of courses. In addition, evaluation data will be available to the
public.

Examination

The State will develop and administer examinations
• Classroom Training Courses: Allow time at the end of the course for the
examination. The State will proctor exams. It will be the responsibility of
course providers to coordinate schedules with Division staff to insure
availability of proctors. In exceptional circumstances, arrangements may be
made for course instructors to proctor exams.
• Online Courses: Students will have to make arrangements with the State to
take the exam.

A Note on C Operator Training

Some vendors have developed a C operator training course. Although C operator training
courses are not required, the State recognizes their value. The State will post the name
and contact information for companies providing C operator training on our web site.

A and B Operator Training Course Submittal

Submit your course curriculum, manual, power point, and online courses to the State for
approval by mail, email or live presentation. Submit material to:

Division of Environmental Sean Warner
Response and Remediation [e-mail]
ATTN: Sean Warner 801-536-4163
PO Box 144840
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4840

Upon review of the course you will receive a letter of approval or rejection for your
course.