Environmental Compliance
Class C UST Operators: Gas Station Attendants
Course description
Operators who work at retail gas stations face significant hazards for themselves, the public, and the environment due to the underground storage tanks (USTs) that store petroleum and hazardous substances at their facility. Operators are categorized into three classes, Class A, Class B and Class C. This training course is for new and existing Class C UST Operators working at service or gas station facilities.
In addition to their typical responsibilities, such as controlling or monitoring the dispense and sale of gas, Class C operators are also responsible for taking appropriate action and notifying the authorities in response to emergencies and alarms caused by spills or releases from an UST.
This training course will help Class C UST operators recognize safety features of USTs, identify emergency situations quickly, and take appropriate action to prevent injuries and environmental damage.
Compliance:
To supplement this course, owners and/or operators of retail gas stations must provide employees with the following to comply with 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 280.242:
• Two-way communication, such a handheld transceiver or help button at the gas pump
• Hands-on practice
• Verification of competence
• Site-specific information
• A qualified trainer
Course Duration: 30 min
Learning objectives:
At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:- Identify safety features of the UST system at their retail gas station
- Recall Class C UST operator requirements for safe operation, monitoring, and daily responsibilities
- Recognize emergency responsibilities, including knowing the location of emergency equipment, who to notify during an emergency, and follow-up actions
- Act effectively in an emergency to prevent injuries, damage to the facility, and releases of hazardous substances that can cause environmental damage.