N.M. Admin. Code § 20.5.104.401

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 21, November 5, 2024

Section 20.5.104.401 - CLASS A OPERATOR

A class A operator has primary responsibility to operate and maintain the storage tank system. The class A operator's responsibilities include managing resources and personnel, such as establishing work assignments, to achieve and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

A. General requirements. The class A operator focuses on the broader aspects of the statutory and regulatory requirements and standards necessary to operate and maintain the storage tank system (20.5 NMAC). For example, the class A operator ensures that appropriate individuals:

(1) properly operate and maintain the storage tank system;

(2) maintain appropriate records;

(3) are trained to operate and maintain the storage tank system and keep records;

(4) properly respond to emergencies caused by releases or spills from storage tank systems at the facility; and

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

B. Minimum training requirements. At a minimum, the class A operator shall be trained in:

(1) a general knowledge of storage tank system requirements so he can make informed decisions regarding compliance and ensure appropriate individuals are fulfilling operation, maintenance, and recordkeeping requirements and standards of 20.5 NMAC regarding:

(a) spill prevention;

(b) overfill protection;

(c) release detection;

(d) corrosion protection;

(e) emergency response; and

(f) product compatibility;

(2) financial responsibility documentation requirements;

(3) notification requirements;

(4) release and suspected release reporting requirements;

(5) temporary and permanent closure requirements; and

(6) operator training requirements.

N.M. Admin. Code § 20.5.104.401

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXIX, Issue 14, July 24, 2018, eff. 7/24/2018