Tank Operator Training
The federal Energy Policy Act of 2005 and South Dakota Administrative Rule (ARSD) Chapter 74:56:01:38.01 require owners and operators (managers) of regulated Underground Storage Tank (UST) systems to complete department-approved training on proper tank system operation.
Since August 8, 2012, this training has been mandatory in South Dakota. All new owners/managers who cannot document prior completion of an approved course must begin training within 30 days of assuming responsibility.
To assist facilities, DANR has partnered with the South Dakota Petroleum and Propane Marketers Association to offer free training in 2026. For more information, call Dawna Leitzke at (605) 224-8606.
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2026 Training Schedule
| Date | City | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | |||
| March 24 | Sioux Falls | Ramkota – Jefferson Room | 1–5 PM CST |
| March 25 | Pierre | South Dakota Retailers Association | 8 AM – 12 PM CST |
| March 26 | Rapid City | Best Western Plus Ramkota – Lincoln Room | 8 AM – 12 PM MST |
| May 2026 | |||
| May 19 | Sioux Falls | Ramkota – Jefferson Room | 1–5 PM CST |
| May 20 | Rapid City | Best Western Plus Ramkota – Lincoln Room | 8 AM – 12 PM MST |
| August 2026 | |||
| August 4 | Mitchell | Highland Conference Center – Benelli Room | 1–5 PM CST |
| August 5 | Aberdeen | Best Western Plus Ramkota – Dakota D Room | 8 AM – 12 PM CST |
| August 6 | Rapid City | Best Western Plus Ramkota – Lincoln Room | 8 AM – 12 PM MST |
| October 2026 | |||
| October 20 | Rapid City | Best Western Plus Ramkota – Lincoln Room | 8 AM – 12 PM MST |
| October 21 | Sioux Falls | Best Western Plus Ramkota – Jefferson Room | 8 AM – 12 PM CST |