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Developing a Third-Party Underground Storage Tank Inspection Program: A Guide to Assist States

(EPA-510-K-08-001). September 2008.

This 22-page guide provides states with information on how to develop third-party inspection programs or enhance their existing programs. The guide summarizes the inspection grant guidelines and outlines steps states should follow in developing their third-party inspection programs. The guide also includes examples of existing state programs.

For assistance with accessibility for the PDF, please email Ilana Shapiro (shapiro.ilana@epa.gov).

Developing a Third-Party Underground Storage Tank Inspection Program: A Guide to Assist States (EPA-510-K-08-001). September 2008. (pdf) (588.62 KB)

Developing a Third-Party Underground Storage Tank Inspection Program: A Guide to Assist States

Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)