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  • UST Systems:Inspecting And Maintaining Sumps And Spill Buckets

    Credits: 1 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course is intended for operators of underground storage tank (UST) systems; specifically, anyone who oversees the operation and maintenance of UST systems that contain and
    dispense petroleum products. UST operators should ensure that only qualified personnel conduct inspection and maintenance activities.

    Despite advances that have greatly reduced the threat of petroleum releases from UST systems into the environment, some UST systems continue to experience releases. Inadequate operation and maintenance is one reason these systems continue to experience releases. This course covers recommended inspection guidelines and best management practices for sumps associated with a UST system.

    Topics:

    This course will:
    • Help in identifying and inspecting the sumps associated with a UST system, including the equipment in the sumps. ™
    • Explain simple steps to take to maintain sumps and the equipment in the sumps, as well as identify potential problems. ™
    • Provide tips for fixing common problems before they cause a release (fuel spill) to the environment.

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: This course is intended for Petroleum, Civil, Environmental, Water Resources, Mechanical, and other engineers whose job description requires a knowledge of underground storage tank inspection and maintenance procedures.
    Publication Source: US EPA Pub. #510-R-05-001, May 2005

    Donald Parnell, PE

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