Florida Underground Storage Tank
operator training (CLASS A&B)

The Operator Training Program consists of eleven easy-to-understand lessons, each with a quick quiz so you can be sure you understand the lesson and are prepared for the exam. To be awarded a Class A & B UST Operator Training certificate, you must view all lessons and quizzes, then take 25 question multiple choice exam, which you must pass with 70% to be awarded a certificate. If you don't pass the final exam the first time, no problem! You may retake both the training course and the exam, or skip the course and retake the exam as many times as you need.

In many states, anyone who is in charge of the day-to-day operations of a UST facility, such as a gas station, airport, or commercial refueling depot, must hold a certificate from a UST Class A & B Operator Training course.

All other employees who work at a facility with underground storage tanks should have UST Class C Operator Training. This training helps to ensure that all employees are able to recognize spills and act accordingly to maintain safety and minimize environmental damage.

Upon successful completion of this training program, you will understand:

• The proper way to operate and maintain a UST facility
• The history of UST regulation
• Spill and overfill prevention methods and equipment
• Release detection methods and equipment and notification requirements
• Reporting and record keeping requirements
• How to respond to an emergency
• How to clean up releases of regulated substances
• What kind of financial responsibility you must have as an owner/operator
• How to temporarily or permanently close your UST facility

Each lesson contains detailed information on the topic and fun exercises. The lessons have an optional voice over that will read the lesson out loud. After reviewing lesson materials, a 5-7 question quiz at the end will test what you have learned. Once you’ve completed all 11 lessons, you can take the final exam. You must score a passing grade of 70% to receive your Class A & B UST Operator Training certificate.

The Class A & B UST Operator Training Program is designed to be completed at your own pace. Most people finish this course in about 4 hours. However, you must complete each lesson before advancing to the next. Each lesson can be reviewed in 15 minutes or less. Quizzes should take 5 minutes each.