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Certification: California UST Inspector

Exam ID: UI
 
  • 60 multiple-choice questions
  • 1½-hour limit
  • Open book
Content Outline: A detailed outline of the subject matter covered by the exam, including the percentage of questions from each content area and task.
01. UST INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS (Content Area) 7%
  0101. Scope of Practice of UST Inspector (Task) 5%
Apply California UST laws and regulations while working within the scope of a UST Inspector.
 
 

0102. Training (Task) 2%
Possess and maintain UST Inspector certification and other applicable training and certification.

 
02. UST SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND DESIGN (Content Area) 10%
  0201. UST System Layout and Configuration (Task) 5%
Identify the UST system layout and configuration.
 
 

0202. UST System Components, Materials, and Contents (Task) 5%
dentify the types, sizes, materials and contents of tanks and piping.

 
03. COMPLIANCE INSPECTION AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES (Content Area) 28%
  0301. Agency Files and Facility Documents (Task) 5%
Review agency files and verify appropriate facility Documents.
 
  0302. Monitoring Equipment (Task) 7%
Verify monitoring equipment is properly installed and third party evaluated.
 
  0303. Containment Areas (Task) 5%
Inspect condition of all containment areas and components therein.
 
  0304. Overfill and Spill Protection (Task) 4%
Determine that overfill protection and spill prevention devices are present and installed properly.
 
  0305. Corrosion Protection (Task) 2%
Verify that components requiring corrosion protection are installed, operated and maintained properly.
 
  0306. Compliance Report and Follow-up (Task) 3%
Discuss inspection report findings with the appropriate person and conduct proper follow-up.
 
 

0307. Release Reporting (Task) 2%
Verify that recordable and reportable (unauthorized) releases are properly documented and followed-up.

 
04. PERIODIC TESTING AND EVALUATION OF UST SYSTEMS (Content Area) 25%
  0401. Tank and Line Testing, and Leak Detection Methods (Task) 6%
Verify that the tank and line integrity testing, and appropriate leak detection (e.g., automatic tank gauging, statistical inventory reconciliation, and line leak detection) is performed in compliance with UST laws.
 
  0402. Secondary Containment and Spill Containment Structure Testing (Task) 4%
Verify that secondary containment and spill containment structure testing is performed in compliance with UST laws.
 
  0403. Enhanced Leak Detection (Task) 4%
Verify that enhanced leak detection testing is performed in compliance with UST laws.
 
  0404. Monitoring System Certification (Task) 6%
Verify that the monitoring system certification is performed in compliance with UST laws.
 
  0405. Cathodic Protection (Task) 3%
Verify that cathodic protection testing is performed in compliance with UST laws.
 
 

0406. Interior Lining (Task) 2%
Verify that interior lining is evaluated properly and is in compliance with UST laws.

 
05. HEALTH AND SAFETY (Content Area) 5%
  0501. Site Safety Plans, Emergency Equipment, and Personal Safety Equipment (Task) 3%
Identify the location of emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, emergency pump shut-off, impact valves, etc.), use personal safety equipment and barricades, and follow site specific safety precautions when necessary.
 
  0502. Vapor and Sources of Ignition (Task) 1%
Identify flammable or combustible vapors and ignition sources.
 
 

0503. Confined Spaces (Task) 1%
Identify and follow safety precautions for confined spaces.

 
06. UST INSTALLATION, CLOSURES, REPAIRS, UPGRADES, & MODIFICATIONS (Content Area) 17%
  0601. UST Design and Construction Requirements (Task) 5%
Verify that UST systems are designed in compliance with UST laws.
 
  0602. UST System Installation (Task) 5%
Inspect UST system installation for compliance with UST laws.
 
  0603. UST System Closure (Task) 3%
Verify that UST system closure is in compliance with UST laws.
 
 

0604. UST System Repairs, Upgrades & Modification (Task) 4%
Verify that UST repairs, upgrades and modifications are in compliance with UST laws.

 
07. EDUCATION AND ENFORCEMENT (Content Area) 8%
  0701. Certifications and Licenses (Task) 4%
Verify that the UST service technicians, designated operators and installers have appropriate certifications and licenses and follow appropriate training requirements.
 
 

0702. Enforcement Tools (Task) 4%
Use administrative enforcement orders, red tags, permit revocations, or referral to legal counsel to achieve compliance.

 

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