Solid Waste Master (Level C)

Course Description:

This course is designed to prepare individuals for the basic skills needed to operate a solid waste facility in accordance with the rules implemented and enforced by the Arkansas Division of Environmental Quality and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

The purpose of this course is to meet the training requirements outlined in Arkansas Rule 22 and Arkansas Rule 27 for individuals to take the Arkansas Class C Master Operator licensing exam.   

Hours:

30 Hours

Learning Outcomes:

• The students will develop awareness of advanced terminologies used in the management of a solid waste facility
• The student will recall and review previous solid waste level A and B topics
• Student will recognize Arkansas Code Annotated and how it applies to the solid waste industry
• Student will identify APC&EC Rule 8, Administrative procedures for DEQ and APC&EC
• Student will recognize management procedures that are outlined in Chapter 5 and translate them to apply to their own solid waste facility
• Student will identify the procedures for screening of all solid waste to exclude hazardous and prohibited waste
• Student will develop an understanding of what is needed for reporting and will be able to summarize reports in the solid waste industry
• Student will develop a understanding for safety and how it applies to all solid waste management facilities
• Student will recognize and identify the procedures for licensing of solid waste operators in Arkansas
• Student will describe the procedures outlined in APC&EC Rule 15, Borrow Pit Reclamation
• Student will recognize procedures for storm water controls and evaluate their practices at their sites

Must Know:

Students must attend the entire course to receive a Certificate of completion.

Are you planning to take the Solid Waste Journeyman Licensing Exam after this class?

Prerequisite:
1. Hold a Level B license for one year.
2. Complete a 30-hour course of approved training.
3. Pass exam.
4. Complete two years of experience in solid waste management or operations.
5. Carry out the responsibilities of an operator.

To be eligible to take a Solid Waste Exam, you must submit your application and pay the required fees to the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment (DEQ) Solid Waste Licensing at least 5 business days before the exam date through the SEEK online portal.

DEQ Solid Waste Licensing Program contact information;
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Phone: (501) 682-0860