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License Description Persons making decisions regarding the quantity or quality of the water in a potable water distribution system must be certified. Water distribution operators employed by community or nontransient-noncommunity water systems. Fees: The fee varies with the level of certification. Grade; Exam; Certification; Renewal D1/T1: $50; $70; $70 D2/T2: $65; $80; $80 D3/T3: $100; $120; $120 D4/T4: $130; $140; $140 D5/T5: $155; $140; $140 Examination Frequency: Operator Certification examinations, T1-T4 are Computer Based and are available year-round. Exam Locations: Distribution Operator Certification Computer Based Exams are available at more than 30 sites throughout California. For additional information on Operator Certification, visit the links below: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/operator_certification/docs/cbt_faqs.pdf https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/operator_certification/docs/cbt_process_overview.pdf Experience Requirement: Varies with certification level. Contact the Operator Certification unit or review the Operator Certification Regulations for specific information. Applicant must meet exam requirements, pass exam, and then meet certification requirements. Average Time to Process Application: Three months. Renewal Period: Three years. Special License Requirements: N/A Comments: New Operator Certification Regulations were adopted on January 1, 2001. Authority: Health and Safety Code, Division 104, Part 1, Chapter 4, Article 3, Sections 106875-106910.
Licensing Agency
Drinking Water Operator Certification Program
State Water Resources Control Board
PO Box 944212
dwopcertprogram@waterboards.ca.gov
Active Status Active
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 05/22/2024

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