Section 329IAC9-9-5. Classification of operators

   (a) A Class A operator is the person with primary responsibility for the overall operation of one (1) or more UST systems. The Class A operator's responsibilities include managing resources and personnel, such as establishing work assignments, to achieve and maintain compliance with this article and state and federal laws related to USTs. Class A operators are responsible for ensuring that appropriate personnel do all of the following:

(1) Properly operate and maintain the UST system.

(2) Maintain appropriate records.

(3) Receive training to operate and maintain the UST system and keep records.

(4) Properly respond to emergencies or alarms related to releases, leaks, or spills from UST systems at the facility.

(5) Make financial responsibility documents available to the department as required.

  (b) A Class B operator is a person who has daily on-site responsibility and direct control over the operation, maintenance, and record keeping for one (1) or more UST systems. Class B operators are responsible for monitoring and ensuring that all of the following occur:

(1) Release or leak detection methods, record keeping, and reporting requirements are met.

(2) Release or leak prevention equipment, record keeping, and reporting requirements are met.

(3) All relevant equipment complies with performance standards.

(4) Appropriate personnel are trained to properly respond to emergencies or alarms caused by releases, leaks, or spills from the UST system.

(5) All designated Class C operators are provided with written instructions that include emergency response procedures as follows:

(A) Procedures for overfill protection during delivery of regulated substances.

(B) Operation of emergency shut-off systems.

(C) Appropriate responses to all alarms.

(D) Reporting of leaks, spills, and releases.

(E) All site-specific emergency procedures.

(F) The name and contact information of persons to contact if a leak, spill, or release occurs.

  (c) A Class C operator is an employee or contractor of the UST system facility who has on-site responsibility to initially respond to alarms or other indications of emergencies caused by spills, leaks, or releases from UST systems. The Class C operator notifies the Class B or Class A operator for the UST system and appropriate emergency responders, including 911 personnel, when necessary. This operator also controls or monitors the dispensing or sale of regulated substances.

  (d) The Class C operator training must include an understanding of the instructions described in subsection (b)(5) and how to take appropriate action in response to the following:

(1) Emergencies, including situations posing an immediate danger or threat to the public or to the environment that require immediate action.

(2) Alarms caused by spills, leaks, or releases from UST system.

(3) Reports from the public of damaged equipment or unusual operating conditions.

(Solid Waste Management Division; 329 IAC 9-9-5; filed Dec 18, 2012, 2:02 p.m.: 20130116-IR-329100066FRA)