The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Solid Waste Permitting and Corrective Action Program is pleased to announce the schedule for the 2025 Solid Waste Training Program. The training sessions will be offered online, in-person at a DEQ office, or at a location to be determined. These trainings and webinars are not required by the Solid Waste Rules, but are intended to help solid waste facility operators, managers, and consultants gain a better understanding of the rules and topics of interest for solid waste management. All sessions are FREE and open to solid waste professionals, consultants, and the public.
MSW Landfill Operator and Manager Exam Review
March 12, 2025, Casper DEQ Office
SWP&CA Staff will present a review of the fundamentals of the Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Landfill Operator and Manager workbook. At the end of the webinar, participants will have the opportunity to register for the Department’s MSW Landfill Operator and Manager Exams.
Transfer Station Operation and Management
May 6, 2025, Cheyenne DEQ Office
This webinar will review the applicable rules and the fundamentals for compliant operation and management of a transfer station. Attendees will have the option of registering for the Department’s Transfer Station Operation and Management Exam at the end of the webinar.
Green/Food Waste Composting
September 2025, TBD
Introduction to the basics of green waste and food waste composting. For in-person attendees there will be a hands-on field demonstration. More information on the offerings and location for this training will be available soon.
Solid Waste Determinations
October 29, 2025, Casper DEQ Office
The Solid and Hazardous Waste Division’s Inspection and Compliance Program will present waste determinations and how to know if your facility can accept certain wastes. Included will be how to review a laboratory report and what standards to compare against.
Registration is required to attend and is now open for all sessions. Registration will close at 4:00pm on the day prior to each session. To register click here or visit the DEQ website at https://deq.wyoming.gov/shwd/solid-waste/ and click on Training.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, special assistance or alternative formats will be made available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
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