DEP reviews the application. If the applicant does not meet the qualifications, the application is denied and the applicant is notified of the denial by letter. Upon successfully passing both sections of the examination, DEP will issue permanent certification documents to the applicant. A person cannot perform tank handling or inspection activities without permanent certification, unless he or she is directly supervised by an on-site, properly certified individual. Individuals who pass the IUM exam, must first receive DEP inspector training before conducting inspections on underground tank systems.
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Selected unzip software sites . To renew a certification, the certified person must submit a renewal application to DEP at least 120 days prior to the renewal date. If the applicant has been actively involved in the tank handling or inspection category over the previous 3-year period, an examination is not required. If the applicant has not been actively involved over the previous 3-year period, the applicant must take and pass the certification exam. Actively involved means to perform or supervise the minimum number of qualifying activities needed for each category.