Cathodic Protection Test Forms Update

IF YOU OR YOUR COMPANY  TESTS, REPAIRS, OR INSTALLS  CATHODIC  PROTECTION SYSTEMS ON UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SYSTEMS IN MINNESOTA, PLEASE DO NOT DELETE THIS MESSAGE!!

 

Dear Contractor:

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) recently updated the cathodic protection  (CP) testing forms and procedures for the testing, repair, and installation of cathodic protection systems on underground storage tank systems.  The new forms are available on our website at: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/index.php/waste/waste-and-cleanup/waste-management/tank-compliance-and-assistance/underground-storage-tanks-ust/underground-storage-tank-ust-systems.html?menuid=&redirect=1  The new CP forms are about half way down the web page under the “Cathodic Protection Systems” section. 

 

The new CP forms will be required for the upcoming CP testing season in 2012.  The MPCA is also in the process of creating a CP guidance manual to assist CP professionals in the use of the new forms and procedures which will be available on the same website above in the near future.  The MPCA will notify you when this manual is available online. 

 

The MPCA would like to invite you to attend an informational meeting so we can explain the new forms and procedures and answer any questions you may have.  As you can see below, we are offering two meeting dates. Both meetings will consist of the same presentation and content, so attending one session is all that is needed. 

 

Who should attend:  Those who test, repair, or install  cathodic protection systems on underground storage tanks (galvanic and impressed current systems). 

 

Dates/times:     Wednesday, February 29, 2012   From 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (we will begin promptly at 1:00 pm)

Friday, March 9, 2012.   From 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm  (we will begin promptly at 1:00 pm) 

Location:   Attending the meeting will be offered in two different methods. Please select the one that best fits your needs and schedule.  Attendees will be able to view and listen to the live presentation and ask questions with either method selected. 

 

1.  Video Conference – To attend the meeting via video conference please go to your nearest MPCA regional office at the times and dates listed above.  Please arrive early as we will begin promptly at 1:00 PM.  For a list of MPCA regional offices locations and directions please visit the following link: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/index.php/about-mpca/mpca-overview/agency-structure/mpca-offices/mpca-offices.html    

NOTE: If attending at the St. Paul office, please RSVP to Joann Henry at joann.henry@state.mn.us or call her at 651-757-2429 to let  her know you are attending if possible. 

NOTE: If attending at the St. Paul office, check in with the Security Guard at the front desk and tell them you are there for the CP meeting.  MPCA Staff will escort you to the appropriate video conference room.

NOTE:   If attending at a MPCA office other than St. Paul, just show up and a site host will escort  you to the video conference room. 

 

1. WebEx -  This technology allows you to attend the meeting via your home/office computer or mobile web device.  The only requirement is that you need to have an internet connection (high speed internet access is recommended) to view the live presentation, and a phone so you can listen to the live presentation.  You can log in any time after 12:30 PM to make sure you get a connection prior to the meeting. 
 

If attending via WebEx Wednesday, February 29  (1:00 to 3:00 PM) Please use the following steps:

MPCA Collaboration invites you to attend this online meeting.

Topic: CP Information - Carey Mattison
Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Time: 12:30 pm, Central Standard Time (Chicago, GMT-06:00)
Meeting Number: 595 938 968
Meeting Password: cpform

To join the online meeting over the internet

1. Go to https://mpca.webex.com/mpca/j.php?ED=184360612&UID=0&PW=NYWJkNWE2Y2Fh&RT=MiM3
2. If requested, enter your name and email address.
3. If a password is required, enter the meeting password: cpform
4. Click "Join".

To join the teleconference (this is required to get audio of the presentation)

5. Call-in toll-free number: 1-888-742-5095  (US)

6. When Prompted, enter Conference Code: 686 684 5078 

If attending Friday, March 9, 2012  (1:00 to 3:00 PM) Please use the following steps:

MPCA Collaboration invites you to attend this online meeting.

Topic: CP Information - Carey Mattison
Date: Friday, March 9, 2012
Time: 12:30 pm, Central Standard Time (Chicago, GMT-06:00)
Meeting Number: 594 996 280
Meeting Password: cpform

To join the online meeting over the internet

1. Go to https://mpca.webex.com/mpca/j.php?ED=184360782&UID=0&PW=NY2ZkM2JkZmVl&RT=MiM3
2. If requested, enter your name and email address.
3. If a password is required, enter the meeting password: cpform
4. Click "Join".

To join the teleconference (this is required to get audio of the presentation)

5. Call-in toll-free number: 1-888-742-5095  (US)

6. When Prompted, enter Conference Code: 686 684 5078

                   Please note:  If attending Via WebEx email questions you may have during the presentation to carey.mattison@state.mn.us 

 

 

                  If you are attending via WebEx and have difficulty logging on please contact:

                  Dee Williams

                  651-757-2634 – Office

                  612-220-8058 – Cell

                  Dee.williams@state.mn.us

 

 If you have any questions on the meetings or new CP forms prior to the meeting dates. Please contact:

 

Zach Klaus at 507-206-2649 or email zach.klaus@state.mn.us

Carey Mattison at 507-476-4266 or email carey.mattison@state.mn.us

 

If you have any questions about this email please contact Jake Mueller at 651-336-8098 or email jacob.mueller@state.mn.us. You cannot respond to this email directly.

Thank you and have a great day.