TCEQ Rule Amendments, Operator Training
TCEQ has revised rules in the underground storage tank (UST) program. The new rules came into effect March 17, 2011, with compliance required beginning in August 2012. The rule adds the subchapter that defines the operator training required for UST systems. Owners or operators will now need to identify and designate at least one named individual for each class of operator (A, B, & C) per UST facility, including unmanned facilities. A single person may hold A, B, and C ratings since every site MUST have one or more employees with each rating.

This amendment requires that at least one certified operator must be present at a UST facility during hours of operation, except when it is unmanned.

Training will be available in a variety of ways and will be required to be renewed every three years. A class "C" operator will need to know how to use an emergency shut-off device. A "B" level operator will supervise "C" level operators, and have site-specific knowledge of tank systems and basic operating information. An "A" level operator will supervise both "B" and "C" operators, and has more knowledge of all the company’s operations ranging over many UST locations.

For more information on the rule changes you can go the Texas Administrative Code’s website or give us a call at 817-481-9510 with any questions that you might have.

About Unified Services of Texas, Inc.
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Unified Services of Texas, Incorporated (UST) has been in business for 20 years and has become a recognized and respected leader in the area of petroleum storage tank and fueling facility services. We are distributors of many product lines including INCON, FE Petro, IRPCO, Modern Welding Company, Highland Tanks, and Lincoln. Let UST be your single point of contact handling all of your PST needs.

For more information please contact us at:
Unified Services of Texas, Inc.
2110 Greenbriar Dr.
Southlake, TX 76092

817-481-9510
817-481-1729 - Fax
www.ust-inc.com