UST: Health and Safety Code 6.7 Questions and
Answers.
What is the definition of a Tank Tester - individual who performs tank integrity testes on
underground storage tanks?
What is the agricultural cut off for a UST - 1,100 gallons or less, located on a farm, agricultural
use and not for resale?
What is not part of the pipe that is considered part of the UST - above ground piping that is
visible, interstate piping, there is some confusion about vent lines, vapor recovery lines and fill
pipes, 25281.5-4
How often are tanks below grade required to be checked and less than how many gallons -
when operated or at least monthly less than 1,320 gallons
What are the three dates we need to remember for UST tanks located within 1,000 feet of
drinking water to have spill containment capable of controlling a release - tanks installed after
July 1, 1987 must be upgraded by July 1, 2001, all new tank must have it when installed on or
after January 1, 2001, and all tanks before July 1, 1987 must be retrofitted by December 31,
2003
How often do spill containment structures that prevent a release need to be tested - Annually
What license do you need to perform a tank integrity test and how long is it good for - A Tank
Tester License and it's good for 3 years
How long are tank testing and piping integrity tests retained for - 36 months
The Board has the right to monitor or inspect within how many feet of a UST - 2,000 feet
Answers.
What is the definition of a Tank Tester - individual who performs tank integrity testes on
underground storage tanks?
What is the agricultural cut off for a UST - 1,100 gallons or less, located on a farm, agricultural
use and not for resale?
What is not part of the pipe that is considered part of the UST - above ground piping that is
visible, interstate piping, there is some confusion about vent lines, vapor recovery lines and fill
pipes, 25281.5-4
How often are tanks below grade required to be checked and less than how many gallons -
when operated or at least monthly less than 1,320 gallons
What are the three dates we need to remember for UST tanks located within 1,000 feet of
drinking water to have spill containment capable of controlling a release - tanks installed after
July 1, 1987 must be upgraded by July 1, 2001, all new tank must have it when installed on or
after January 1, 2001, and all tanks before July 1, 1987 must be retrofitted by December 31,
2003
How often do spill containment structures that prevent a release need to be tested - Annually
What license do you need to perform a tank integrity test and how long is it good for - A Tank
Tester License and it's good for 3 years
How long are tank testing and piping integrity tests retained for - 36 months
The Board has the right to monitor or inspect within how many feet of a UST - 2,000 feet
