Category: Petroleum Storage Tanks

Utah UST Owner/Operator Approved Training Courses: The A and B Operator Training Courses listed below are approved by DERR for both A and B Operator Registration. Indicate on the application if you are registering for Class A, Class B, or both. The responsibilities of the Class A and B Operators are similar, but there are differences. The information on this

What You Need To Do To Have a Successful InspectionPreparing for PST compliance inspections can be a headache if you don’t have all your paperwork in order. Here is a breakdown of the records you should have available for the inspector upon arrival. It is recommended to keep all these records on-site and in an organized fashion to help ensure a smooth

Tank ClosureClosing Underground Storage Tanks (UST) in Utah is one way to help protect public health and the environment from the threats posed by older USTs. There are two types of closures: temporary and permanent.Temporary ClosureTemporarily closing your USTs may be a good option if you own USTs that are only in operation during part of the year or if you own

R311-204, Utah Administrative Code (U.A.C.), requires Underground Storage Tank (UST) owners and operators to submit a Closure Plan outlining the details of the UST closure to the Executive Secretary of the Utah Waste Management and Radiation Control Board.Completed Closure PlanThe Owners and Operators (O/O) must submit to the Division of Environmental Response and Remediation (DERR) a completed “Closure Plan” which must be approved before

Underground Storage Tank (UST) certification manuals, guides, and reference documents list compiled by the Utah Division of Environmental Response and Remediation (DERR). The UST Certification Requirements and Rules contain the most recent versions of rules and regulations and should be used to study for all certification exams. Tank Installers should use the rules manual and any study material obtained when

Underground Storage Tank (UST) Recertification Exam explanation provided by the Utah Division of Environmental Response and Remediation (DERR). Applicants for first time Certification for Groundwater/Soil Sampler, UST Remover, and UST Installer must attend a DERR approved course. Those whose certification has been expired for more than two years must take a DERR approved course. For more information contact Chelsea Qualls ([email protected]) (801) 536-4100.

RequirementsThe Utah Underground Storage Tank (UST) Act requires that owners and operators of regulated petroleum USTs qualify their tanks for and receive a Certificate of Compliance, and keep the USTs in substantial compliance with all UST rules and regulations. It is a violation of the UST Act to operate these USTs without a Certificate of Compliance. New USTs must have

UST InstallerUtah Division of Environmental Response and Remediation Underground Storage Tank (UST) certification eligibility: Rules and requirements for installers include the following items. See the full document for details.Financial AssuranceAn applicant or the applicant’s employer shall have insurance, surety bonds, liquid company assets, or other appropriate kinds of financial assurance. ($250,000)TrainingFor initial and renewal certification, an applicant must have successfully completed

All initial and renewal UST certification testing will be conducted by appointment only at the Utah Division of Environmental Response and Remediation office located at 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City. You must submit an application, supporting documents and certification fee five business days prior to taking the exam, not the day of testing. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted.

Petroleum storage tank contractors: Individuals and companies certified by the State of Utah Division of Environmental Response to perform specific work related to Petroleum Storage Tanks. These lists are in no way an endorsement. Consultants Certified by Utah to Coordinate Cleanup of PST Releases (Updated Daily) Identifies companies with certified Petroleum Storage Tank consultants on staff. Certified Environmental Laboratories Identifies certified laboratories

These documents make up “Guidelines for Utah’s Corrective Action Process for LUST Sites.” It is the responsibility of the individual who downloads and uses this information to verify that it is current, and confirm that its contents are correct with the Division of Environmental Response and Remediation. Cleanup Level Calculator: Site-Specific An Excel 2010 zipped spreadsheet that can be used to

Before an Underground Storage Tank (UST) can receive a Certificate of Compliance, the integrity of the tank and associated piping must be evaluated through a tank and line tightness test. To receive fuel for the test, the owner or installer must contact the Utah Division of Environmental Response and Remediation (DERR) for authorization of a one-time delivery (One Time Drop Letter). Information

What do I need to know about Installing Underground Storage Tanks (UST) in Utah? As the owner/operator of an underground storage tank, you have the legal responsibility for that tank. Therefore, you should understand as much as possible about the installation and operation. If you don’t understand your tank system, ask! Observe as much of the installation as possible. Make

The latest rules for Utah Underground Storage Tank (UST) Operator Training became effective on August 18, 2009. These rules created a training and registration program for underground storage tank operators, as required by the federal Energy Policy Act of 2005. Following is a summary of UST operator requirements rule changes. Each UST facility must have trained and registered operators by January 1, 2012.

How to report releases from Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (LUST) in Utah.Information RequestedSome of the information may not be known, this is common. The person taking the phone call at the Division of Environmental Response and Remediation (DERR) will assist you with any questions you have. DERR (801) 536-4100.Information Needed as Complete as Possible Facility ID (7 digit numbers that may begin with a zero

Various Underground Storage Tank (UST) Remediation documents compiled by the Utah Division of Environmental Response and Remediation (DERR). Consultants Certification Manual (2009) Cleanup Levels Analytical Methods  (7/13) To be used when sampling at Underground Storage Tank sites. Summary of Groundwater and Soil Cleanup Screening Levels (05/16/06) Cleanup screening level information for soil and groundwater samples dated November 1, 2005; became effective May 15,