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Landfill operator: Type III demo and industrial waste certification training

This two-day course (with exam) is training for professionals pursuing careers in demolition/industrial waste management. This course develops a level of competency to operate and inspect Type III landfills.

Training includes basic math, science, public health issues, rules & regulations, waste screening, asbestos, stormwater issues, facility operations and closure/post closure.

Successful completion of the exam is required to become a certified operator. This certification is valid for three years.

Day 1

  • Training sessions, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Day 2

  • Training sessions, 8 a.m. to noon
  • Certification exam, 1 to 4 p.m.

9 contact hours

Learn more: Solid waste operator training

Registration information

To register, send in both the training registration form and the certification exam application by October 28:

Notes:

  • Class size limited to 15. 
  • No walk-in registrants will be accepted.
  • Exam application form is required to take the exam. 
  • Registration is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrants will be notified if their workshop is filled.
  • Courses subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.