Rural Alaska Fuel Services Training Courses

Training is an essential part of tank farm operations. In fact, it is required to stay in regulatory compliance. More importantly, most spills are the result of operator error. Training can significantly reduce the number of spills and reduce the impact if you have one.

RAFS offers a comprehensive list of training topics and courses. Rural Alaska Fuel Services Training courses include:

DEC testimonial — “In the 10 years I have been in the environmental sciences field I have not attended a more worthwhile training.” ~ Amanda Compton, Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Division of Spill Prevention and Response (Click image to read full testimonial.)

HAZWOPER (40hr* and 8hr**)

HAZardous Waste OPerations and Emergency Response training is essential for any person who may be involved in handling or response to a hazardous material or fuel spill. Beginning in 2017, the Coast Guard has been citing bulk fuel operating entities who do not have at least some qualified individuals with current HAZWOPER certification.

*STEP Grant funding may be available to help with 40-hour class costs for qualifying participants. **8-hour “Refreshers” are included in the cost of Annual Contracts.

Person-in-Charge***

PIC training is required for at least one individual at your facility to take on fuel, according to 33 CFR 154.710. The Coast Guard has some very specific criteria for the compliance to be met in this training. RAFS will make sure that your operators gain the knowledge needed, keep in compliance, and minimize potential for a costly fuel spill with the PIC training.

Spill Drills***

Four spill drills are required to be performed and documented annually. One of these must include full deployment of spill equipment.

Full Deployment Drill – Includes the deployment of boom and other response material that may be required by the spill scenario. This is the perfect opportunity to take an inventory of your spill response equipment as listed in your Facility Response Plan.
Phone Notification Drill — The phone notification drill trains operators to know when and how soon to report a spill as well as be prepared to give the required information to the correct agency.

Tank Farm Security***

Tank Farm Security training is the best way detect and prevent Fuel Theft and Vandalism. With fuel often being priced from $5-$10 a gallon, it is of the upmost importance to detect and prevent theft of fuel. Also, proper training can keep curious kids and vandals from causing damage or a costly spill from occurring on your facility.

***Included in Site Visits. Annual Contracts that include 2 SVs and an 8-hour HAZWOPER Refresher may qualify for a Denali Commission Grant available to help offset costs.