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Training for Certified Individuals

Technical Training - Initial Certification and Renewal

Applicants for initial certification in a category are required to attend an approved technical training course (see courses marked "I") prior to submittal of their application for certification. In addition, completion of an approved technical training course (see courses marked "R") may be used to renew certification in a category. The list of approved courses can be found below:

Administrative Training

Administrative Training (DEP provided) is required of all certified tank handlers prior to renewal of any categories. This is free training given by DEP, and will cover administrative aspects of the Storage Tanks Program, updates to forms and applications, and concerns that DEP would like to communicate to the certified community. Training is currently being provided via WebEx and in-person training sessions at DEP regional offices, schedule and registration form provided below. You must be preregistered to receive the link to the online training seminar.

Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector Seminar (IUM) 

Training is currently being provided via WebEx and in-person training sessions at DEP regional offices, schedule and registration form provided below. You must be preregistered to receive the link to the online training seminar. This seminar will count towards the department Inspector Training requirement for renewal of IUM certification, as well as the administrative training requirement for renewal of tank handling certifications.

Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) Training Seminar (IAM/IAF)

Training is currently being provided via WebEx and in-person training sessions at DEP regional offices, schedule and registration form provided below.. You must be preregistered to receive the link to the online training seminar. This seminar will count towards the department Inspector Training requirement for renewal of IAM and IAF certifications, as well as the administrative training requirement for renewal of tank handling certifications.

2023 Training Presentations