In response to methamphetamine use, clandestine drug labs, and the growing concern over the nature of potential health effects associated with residual methamphetamine in the environment, the Utah State Legislature passed the Illegal Drug Operations Site Reporting and Decontamination Act during the 2004 General Session. In short, the law provides a mechanism for the cleanup of methamphetamine contamination in excess of decontamination standards as well as certification by local health departments that a contaminated property has been cleaned up to established standards.
The Decontamination Specialist Certification Program is designed to assist in helping ensure that personnel in charge of decontamination are trained to perform cleanups and knowledgeable of established decontamination standards; to develop methods whereby an applicant can demonstrate competency and obtain certification to become a certified decontamination specialist; to protect the public health and environment; and to provide for the health and safety of personnel involved in decontamination activities.
Decontamination Specialist List
General Information
Application and Information
- Decontamination Specialist Certification Program Application and Documents Checklist
- Decontamination Specialist Certification Program Initial Application
- Decontamination Specialist Certification Program Renewal Application
- Proof of Citizenship Form
Exam Information
Rules
- R311-500—Decontamination Specialist Certification Program Rules
- R392-600—Illegal Drug Operations Decontamination Standards
Statute
- Illegal Drug Operations Decontamination Standards Description Department of Health
- Illegal Drug Operations Site Reporting and Decontamination Act and Amendment
- House Bill 404—Disclosure of Real Property
Utah Department of Health Links
- Utah Department of Health: Decontamination Standard
- Utah Department of Health: Decontamination Information
- Utah Department of Health: Frequently Asked Questions