a) Until July 1, 2017, certified drinking water operators are required to obtain the following training in order to qualify for certificate renewal:

1. 1) Class A and Class B operators are required to obtain 30 hours of training during the 3 year certificate period before the certificate expiration date.
2. 2) Class C and Class D operators are required to obtain 15 hours of training during the 3 year certificate period before the certificate expiration date.

b) After July 1, 2017, certified drinking water operators are required to obtain the following specified amount of training in order to qualify for certificate renewal:

1. 1) Class A and Class B operators are required to obtain 30 hours of training before the certificate expiration date. A minimum of 20 hours of training must relate to the technical aspects of water treatment and distribution. The Agency will accept a maximum of 10 hours of training relating to the professional responsibilities of the operator and to safety.
2. 2) Class C and Class D operators are required to obtain 15 hours of training before the certificate expiration date. A minimum of 10 hours of training must relate to the technical aspects of water treatment and distribution. The Agency will accept a maximum of 5 hours of training relating to the professional responsibilities of the operator and to safety.