LADCO is pleased to offer TOXC231: Petroleum Refining 2-day Training for state, local, and tribal air quality professionals who are involved in permitting, compliance, inspections, enforcement, or regulatory activities associated with petroleum refining facilities.
Date: October 1-2, 2026 (2-day training)
Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT
Format: Virtual/Webex
Location: Online
Instructor: Lance Erickson and Bob Waterfall, New Solutions
Registration Link: AirKnowledge Registration – Please register by September 29th
Course Description
This two-day course provides an overview of petroleum refining operations and the air quality considerations associated with refinery processes. Participants will learn fundamental petroleum refining terminology and chemistry, the major steps involved in refining crude oil, pollutants of concern, and common air pollution control technologies.
The course also introduces regulations commonly applicable to petroleum refineries and provides an understanding of refinery processes and emission sources that can assist air quality professionals with permitting, compliance, inspection, and regulatory activities.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe basic petroleum refining terminology and concepts.
- Explain the basic chemistry associated with petroleum refining.
- Describe the major steps and processes involved in refining crude oil.
- Identify major process units and their functions within a petroleum refinery.
- Identify pollutants of concern and potential emission sources associated with petroleum refining.
- Describe common air pollution control technologies used at petroleum refineries.
- Explain the purpose and general application of regulations commonly applicable to petroleum refineries.
- Recognize key emission points and environmental considerations associated with refinery operations.
- Apply basic knowledge of petroleum refining processes to air quality permitting, compliance, and inspection activities.
How to Register? See the U.S. EPA LMS Frequently Asked Questions for how to create an account, register for a course, and other common functions of the US EPA LMS. Learn more…….
Agenda
Questions?
LADCO Training Coordinator: Catherine Heath (heath@ladco.org)
Accessibility Statement
LADCO strives to host inclusive, accessible training events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully with the instructor and course content. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Catherine Heath heath@ladco.org | 847-720-7880).
