October 16, 2025

Leak Detection & Repair: Compliance, Certification and Real-World Application


Virtual, Instructor-Led

Event Summary

Gain a clear, in-depth understanding of the regulations, procedures, and best practices for Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) in pipelines, components, and equipment. This course covers the agencies and rules that drive compliance, the role LDAR plays in strengthening environmental programs, and its critical impact in reducing VOC emissions and odors. Participants will explore certification requirements, industry standards, and practical strategies to ensure regulatory alignment while enhancing environmental performance.

Attendees will receive 4 Professional Development Hours (PDH) upon completion.

Learning Objectives & Agenda

  • Importance
  • Regulatory Review: 29CFR63
  • Q&A Review and Requirements
  • Method 21
  • OGI: Optical Gas Imaging-Qualitative 
  • QOGI: Quantitative OGI
  • AWP: Alternate Work Plans
  • Record Keeping Requirements
  • Wrap Up

Who Should Attend

All professionals in the chemical, electrical and mechanical industries who work in and around processing equipment. 

Regulatory engineers, Specialists and Technicians who will perform the LDAR procedures and certify records and results.  

Meet the Instructor

Santino Cardella


Santino Cardella is a seasoned environmental engineering and safety professional with over 40 years of experience in hazardous materials management, industrial hygiene, and regulatory compliance. He has trained thousands of professionals in OSHA, EPA, REACH, and GHS requirements, and has designed and delivered technical courses for the Department of Energy and Department of Defense. Known for his practical, hands-on approach, Santino equips industry personnel with the knowledge and skills to work safely, maintain compliance, and protect the environment.

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When

From 10-16-2025 12:00 pm CST until 10-16-2025 4:00 pm CST


Where

Virtual


Registration Information
All-Access PassFREE
Member$295
Non-Member$495

3% fee applied if paying by a credit card. This event follows SGA Cancellation Policy "C".

SGA's Training Policy on Meeting Assistants & Group Participation

Who can attend?

Have any questions? Contact us. memberservices@southerngas.org