Department of Energy and Environment (DE&E)

The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment (ADE&E) is a cabinet-level agency in the local government; it works on the rules and regulations from the public and private administration of natural resources and protection of the state's environment.

The Arkansas DE&E protects and regulates the working practices of the laboratories and environmental activities on land, air, and water use in the state. As part of the application, candidates must follow the specific process and present documentation to support their application to get certified by the Division of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), which is responsible for processing the certification for this board.

Office of Land Resources (OLR)

The Office of Land Resources (OLR) controls actions to guarantee the preservation of Arkansas land. The Office creates, manages, and enforces state rules governing aboveground and subsurface petroleum storage tanks. The DEQ’s Solid Waste Management division works to ensure that solid waste is managed, processed, recycled, or disposed of in a way that protects the environment and complies with local, state, and federal laws. This Office is in charge of the licensure process for the following trades:

• Solid Waste Operator Class 1A
• Solid Waste Operator Class 1B
• Solid Waste Operator Class 1C
• Solid Waste Operator Class 2A
• Solid Waste Operator Class 2B
• Solid Waste Operator Class 2C
• Solid Waste Operator Class 3A
• Solid Waste Operator Class 3B
• Solid Waste Operator Class 3C
• Underground Storage Tank
• Underground Storage Tank Individual
• Underground Storage Tank Operator Class A
• Underground Storage Tank Operator Class B
• Underground Storage Tank Operator Class C

How to Get a Solid Waste License in the State of Arkansas?

1. Meet the experience requirements:
   • Apprentice Licenses doesn’t have experience requirements
   • Journeyman: One year of experience in solid waste management or operations
   • Supervisory or Master: Two years of experience in solid waste management or operations
2. Attend a 20 hours course of approved training
3. Complete the Solid Waste Facility Operator License Application Form or apply online
4. Attach the pertaining documents:
   • Disclosure statement (unless exempt)
   • Check or money order of licensing fees
5. Mail the hard copy application form, document, and fees to:
   Arkansas Energy & Environment
   DEQ - Solid Waste Licensing Program
   5301 Northshore Drive
   North Little Rock
   AR 72118-5317
6. Await for an examination approval by the Solid Waste Licensing Program
7. Take and pass the corresponding examination
8. Expect an answer from the licensing program regarding the license approval

How to Become an Arkansas Underground Storage Tank Individual License Holder?

1. Be at least 18 years old
2. Comply with the experience requirements:
   • Have worked in three different UST sites that demonstrate a minimum of one year of field experience (within the past three years)
3. Apply online or fill out a hard copy application form
4. Attach the following documents:
   • Proof of Work Experience
   • References from three facility owners or two facility owners and one previous employer if the applicant has had another employer within the past three years
5. Mail the application form and documents to:
   Arkansas DEQ Regulated Storage Tanks Division
   5301 Northshore Drive North Little Rock
   Arkansas 72118-5317
6. Contact the RST Licensing Coordinator at (501) 682-0993 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register for the applicable exam
7. Take the exam administered by the Division of Environmental Quality
8. Pay the applicable fees
9. Expect an answer from the Regulated Storage Tanks Division regarding the issuance of the license

How to Acquire an Underground Storage Tank Company License in Arkansas?

1. Apply online or fill out the hard copy application form
2. Attach the following documents:
   • Application disclosure
   • Surety Bond OR Irrevocable Letter of Credit
3. Mail the hard copy application form, documents, and fees to:
   Arkansas DEQ Regulated Storage Tanks Division
   5301 Northshore Drive North Little Rock
   Arkansas 72118-5317
4. Wait for an answer from the Regulated Storage Tanks Division regarding the License issuance

How to Obtain the Arkansas Underground Storage Tank Operator License?

1. Comply with the training and testing requirements:
   • Class A and B: Complete the approved training with the exam OR register for the applicable examination:
     • Mail the exam application and the exam fee at least one week before the scheduled examination date to (check or money order must be payable to the Arkansas Division of Environmental Quality):
       Arkansas Division of Environmental Quality
       Regulated Storage Tanks Division
       5301 Northshore Drive
       North Little Rock, AR 72118-5317
     • Take and pass the applicable exam
   • Class C: Take the approved training course OR a training provided by a certified Class A or B operator
2. Await for the UST Operator Training and Certification Program to issue the certification

One individual may hold all three classifications (Class A, B, and C).

Helpful Links for the Office of Land Resources Applicants

• Solid Waste approved training courses and locations
• Solid Waste Licensing Program
• Solid Waste Management Facilities and Environmental Officers Regulation
• Solid Waste Online Comments Forms
• UST Content Outline
• UST Licensing Program
• UST Operator Training and Certification
• UST Rules and regulations
• UST Study Guide

Contact Information for the Office of Land Resources

Solid Waste Licensing Program
Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment
DEQ - Solid Waste Licensing Program
5301 Northshore Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118-5317
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(501) 682-0860

Underground Storage Tanks Licensing Program
Regulated Storage Tanks
Arkansas DEQ Regulated Storage Tanks Division
5301 Northshore Drive North Little Rock
Arkansas 72118-5317
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(501) 682-0993

Office of Air Quality (OAQ)

This office works in specific duties and numerous aspects of the local air program and federal obligations under the Clean Air Act and protects air quality to enhance public health, considering the environmental impact of expansion in economic opportunities. Also, the Office of Air Quality OAQ regulates four branches: Permits, compliance, policy and planning, and asbestos law enforcement:

• Asbestos
• Asbestos Air Monitor
• Asbestos Consultant
• Asbestos Inspector
• Asbestos Management Planner
• Asbestos Project Designer
• Asbestos Supervisor Contractor
• Asbestos Training Provider
• Asbestos Worker

How to Get an Asbestos Individual License in the State of Arkansas?

1. Attend a training course approved by the OAQ
2. Submit the application form depending on the type of license:
   • Asbestos Worker
   • Asbestos Inspector
   • Asbestos Air Monitor
   • Asbestos Project Designer
   • Asbestos Supervisor Contractor
   • Asbestos Management Planner
3. Attach the following documents and the applicable fees:
   • Original, current training certificates (no copies)
   • Disclosure statement with original signature
   • Passport-size photograph
4. Deliver or mail completed packet (application form & fees along with required documents) to:
   Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment
   Division of Environmental Quality
   Office of Air Quality, Asbestos Program
   5301 Northshore Drive, North Little Rock AR 72118
5. Expect an answer from the OAQ regarding the issuance of the license

How to Become an Asbestos Consultant, Contractor, or Training Provider License Holder in the State of Arkansas?

1. Fill out the application form provided by the Asbestos Division and pay the corresponding fees according to the requested License:
   • Asbestos Consultant
   • Asbestos Contractor
   • Asbestos Training Provider
2. Complete the Disclosure Statement
3. Provide certification of insurance issued by an insurance carrier authorized to do business in Arkansas, demonstrating (ONLY for the Asbestos Consultant and Contractor):
   • Assurance coverage for the types of provided asbestos services, abatement, and inspection work
   • Notification from the insurer to the Division informing any substantive changes made to the policy (failure to renew or reduction of the monetary limits) reduction of the monetary limits, in writing within ten working days
4. Fulfill the following requirements:
   • Asbestos Contractors:
     • The Contractor must have a supervisor qualified as a Contractor/Supervisor by the Division
     • Copy of the certificate reflecting the name and license number of the Contract Supervisor and proof that at least one certified contractor supervisor is a full-time employee
   • Asbestos Training Providers:
     • Letter certifying Each course complies with the requirements of Title 40, CFR Part 763, App C to Subpart E Model Accreditation Plan and Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission Rule 21, Asbestos Abatement
     • Written statement certifying each discipline course fulfills the minimal course content required in Chapter 19 of Rule 21
     • Resumes for all training instructors
     • Sample course agendas
5. Submit the application documents to:
   Division of Environmental Quality of Arkansas
   Asbestos Program
   5301 Northshore Drive
   North Little Rock, AR 72118
6. Expect an answer from the Asbestos Program regarding the issuance of the license

Helpful Links for the Office of Air Quality Applicants

• Asbestos Contractor/Consultant Application Form
• Asbestos Individual Application Form
• Asbestos laws and regulations
• Asbestos Program Official Website
• Asbestos Training Provider Checklist & Application
• Disclosure Statement

Contact Information for the Office of Air Quality

Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment
Division of Environmental Quality
Office of Air Quality, Asbestos Program
5301 Northshore Drive
North Little Rock
AR 72118
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(501) 682-0718

Office of Water Quality (OWQ)

The Division of Environmental Quality (DEQ) implements and upholds water quality laws, regulations, policies, and programs to safeguard the state's waters. To maintain the effectiveness of the water quality program and that the people of Arkansas have access to clean water, timely and consistent enforcement is essential. The Office of Water Quality (OWQ) aims to safeguard and improve the quality of the state's waters and provide services for Wastewater Operators and Apprentices testing and licensing:

• Wastewater Operator Industrial Advanced
• Wastewater Operator Industrial Apprentice
• Wastewater Operator Industrial Basic
• Wastewater Operator Municipal Apprentice
• Wastewater Operator Municipal Class I
• Wastewater Operator Municipal Class II
• Wastewater Operator Municipal Class III
• Wastewater Operator Municipal Class IV

How to Acquire a Wastewater Operator License in the State of Arkansas?

1. Create an account in the ADEQ e-Portal
2. Take the DEQ-approved training courses, workshops, seminars, or other approved events:
   • EPA Free Webinar Training for Wastewater Operators
   • Arkansas Environmental Training Academy (AETA)
   • Arkansas Rural Water Association (ARWA)
3. Submit the application, training hours, and corresponding fees to the portal at least five business days before the examination date
4. Apply and take the Wastewater Licensing (WWL) Program Examination
5. Present the training hours information through the corresponding online form
6. Expect an answer from the Wastewater Licensing Committee regarding the issuance of the license

Helpful Links for the Office of Water Quality Applicants

• Division of Environmental Quality e-Portal
• EPA Free Webinar Training for Wastewater Operators
• Arkansas Environmental Training Academy (AETA)
• Arkansas Rural Water Association (ARWA)
• ePortal Quick Start Instructions
• Wastewater Operator Licensing Program
• Wastewater Operator License Exam Schedule

Contact Information for the Office of Water Quality

Wastewater Licensing Program
Division of Environmental Quality, OWQ
5301 Northshore Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 682-0664
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