The federal Energy Policy Act of 2005, in part, created the requirement for UST operator training. The requirement was incorporated into Vermont's UST Rules in 2009, and it went into effect in 2012. The current UST Rules, effective October 26, 2020, made no changes to the requirements. All facilities in Vermont with category one tanks (COTs) now have a designated Class A, B, and C operator. One person can hold all three designations. Find more information below along with links to training/tests.
More Information
- UST Operator Training Requirements in Vermont
- UST Operator Training Guidance Document assists with understanding the requirements
Approved Training for UST Owners/Operators in Vermont
- New Hampshire DES Operator Training
- Maine DEP Operator Training – Note: enter the number ‘0’ as your registration number to take the exam as a general operator – do not enter your Vermont UST Facility ID #.
- ATC/Eclipse Class A and B Training Program
- Practical American Safety Solution (PASS)
- UST Training
Suction Systems
- Training Manual for simple suction system operators
- Take the Operator Exam
Note: if you have an existing account for annual self-certification, log in using the same user name and password. After logging in, click “Operator Testing” near the top of the page. On this page, there are links to the training manual and the test. Read through the manual and confirm that you understand the material prior to taking the test. Be aware that you may have the manual open while you take the test. If you have any questions, please refer to the contact information below.
Contact Information
Storage Tanks Section
Hazardous Materials Program
Waste Management and Prevention Division
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation
1 National Life Drive – Davis 1
Montpelier, VT 05620-3704
802-828-1138