Section 159-3-003 - CATHODIC PROTECTION TESTER CERTIFICATION AND NOTIFICATION003.01 All persons who conduct cathodic protection testing on underground storage tank systems will be certified in a manner acceptable to the State Fire Marshal and will be able to provide proof that the minimum requirements in the definition of a cathodic protection tester of Chapter 1 003. have been met.003.01A. Qualification for certification will be proven by successful completion of an examination which measures the applicant's technical knowledge.003.01B. In addition to the examination required in 003.01A, of this Chapter the applicant will successfully complete a written examination administered by the State Fire Marshal which measures the applicant's knowledge of state underground storage tank (UST) requirements.003.01C. Proof of successful completion of the education requirement of 003.01 of this Chapter will be submitted to the State Fire Marshal prior to taking the examination required by 003.01B of this Chapter and prior to conducting any required cathodic protection testing on underground storage tanks and/or associated piping.003.01D. Certification will be renewed, and the certification examination will be successfully completed at least every 3 years from date of last certification.003.01E All certified testers will notify the State Fire Marshal Agency of all failed tests within 24 hours or the next business day.003.02 The Cathodic protection test will be given monthly at different locations throughout the State. An applicant who has properly applied for an examination may take the examination unsuccessfully a maximum of 2 times. After two unsuccessful attempts, a person must wait a minimum of 6 months before re-applying for certification.159 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 3, § 003