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Kentucky Operator Certification Program

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Certification and Licensing Branch is home to the solid waste, drinking water and wastewater certification programs. Through education and certification exams, these three programs help ensure that the people charged with dealing with community solid waste, drinking water and wastewater are knowledgeable and capable of handling the responsibilities required of those positions.​

News and Events

​​​Facility Update

Operators and facilities can now embrace​ the convenience and efficiency of the new Facility Update eForm 136​. This streamlined tool is the go-to method for allowing operators and facilities to effortlessly communicate certified operator employment changes to their facilities, ensuring compliance and seamless communication with regulatory bodies.​ For more information refer to the Facility Update fact sheet and eForm 136 SOP.

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​​Training and Exam Information​

Exams have been scheduled for the remainder of the year. Seats for these exams are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Training and Exam Schedule ​

We also provide training course material online for all approved testers at no additional charge. A link to the training materials will be provided to you in your notification email. 

Math study guides are now available on our test preparation page.​​

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Frankfort, KY 40601    

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