August 21, 2025

OQ Evaluator Training: Ensuring Operator Qualification Compliance
Virtual Instructor-led Training

Course Overview:

This comprehensive training program is specifically designed for both new Operator Qualification (OQ) evaluators and those who are currently performing the role within the natural gas industry. The course focuses on equipping participants with the essential knowledge, updated skills, and best practices required to effectively assess and verify the qualifications of personnel performing covered tasks as mandated by federal and state regulations. By catering to both novice and seasoned evaluators, the program ensures a thorough understanding of regulatory compliance, evaluation methodologies, documentation practices, and ethical standards necessary to uphold safety and integrity in natural gas operations.

Target Audience:

  • New OQ Evaluators
  • Experienced OQ Evaluators
  • Supervisors and managers of OQ programs
  • Training and development staff

When

August 21, 2025
TH: 9:30 am-4:30 pm CST

Course Format

Virtual Instructor-led Training

CEU 0.6 | PDH 6

Registration Cost

$450

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Topics Covered:

  • Overview of Operator qualification requirements
  • Introduction to OQ evaluator role
  • Roles and responsibilities of OQ evaluators
  • Understanding covered tasks and competency requirements
  • Evaluation method and best practices
  • Communication and feedback skills
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Compliance, Audits, and Quality Assurance
  • Ethical Scenarios and Professional challenges
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If you're registering with a company colleague (or two or more) at the same time, you can save an additional 10%. (The 10% discount applies only to two or more students taking the same class and does not apply to two students taking separate courses.) Contact us if you plan to use the team discount.

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