Certification Program
Nevada’s Certification Program evaluates and provides certification for individuals that manage hazardous wastes and hazardous substances; construct, repair, or remove underground storage tank (UST) systems that store these substances; test the systems that store these substances; and train owners/operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of hazardous substance UST systems.
The intent of the program is to ensure consultants and contractors hired for a fee by the public have sufficient knowledge of regulatory requirements when implementing activities involving hazardous wastes and hazardous substances. Certification Program staff evaluate individuals seeking certification as well as those pursuing renewal of current certifications via an application process to ensure minimum eligibility requirements established by regulation are met. These requirements include the individual’s experience, training, integrity, and competence in their respective fields. Certification by NDEP is required for the following professional services in Nevada: Environmental Manager, Underground Tank Handler, Underground Tank Tester, and ABC Operator Trainer. Below are descriptions for each certification type:
What is a Certified Environmental Manager (CEM)?
An Environmental Manager is a person certified to act as a consultant for:
- The management of hazardous waste;
- The investigation of a site to determine the release or potential release of a hazardous substance;
- The sampling of air, soil, surface water or groundwater to determine the release of a hazardous substance;
- The response to a release of a hazardous substance;
- The cleanup of a release of a hazardous substance; or
- The remediation of water or soil contaminated by a hazardous substance.
NAC 459.9704 (NRS 459.485, 459.500)
What is an Underground Storage Tank Handler (UTH)?
An Underground Storage Tank Handler is a person certified to install, repair, upgrade or close underground storage tanks.
NAC 459.9705 (NRS 459.485, 459.500)
What is an Underground Storage Tank Tester (UTT)?
An Underground Storage Tank Tester is a person certified to test the tightness of underground storage tanks.
NAC 459.9715 (NRS 459.485, 459.500)
What is an ABC Operator Trainer?
An ABC Operator Trainer is a person certified to train and evaluate Class A, Class B, or Class C operators for their knowledge of Underground Storage Tank systems and their requirements.
40 CFR 280, Subpart J NAC 459.99396 (NRS 459.826)
Helpful Links
- Are you interested in hiring a certified professional? Refer to our List of Certified Individuals.
- Do you want to become a certified professional? Learn more and apply by selecting the certification of interest using the navigation pane on the right.
- Are you already certified and need to update your contact information? Update your profile in the Nevada Environmental Activities online system.
Program Fee Summary
| Initial Applications: | $150 |
| Renewal Applications: | $150 |
| CEM Exam Fee (Initial/subsequent): | $200 |
*Note, application and exam fees are non-refundable.
Contact Us
Please refer any questions to NDEP Bureau of Corrective Actions, Certification Program.
Phone: (775) 687-9368
Email: cert_info [@] ndep.nv.gov