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HM2001: method 9 certification; training; frequency

PRIME SPONSOR: Representative Blackman, LD 6

BILL STATUS: Natural Resources, Energy and Water

 

 

Overview

☐ Prop 105 (45 votes) ☐ Prop 108 (40 votes) ☐ Emergency (40 votes) ☐ Fiscal NoteUrges the Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to require annual field training for EPA Method 9 certification.

History

Various industries are required to follow federal opacity standards and have a trained visible emission observer determine the level or frequency of visible emissions. These emissions are usually in the shape of a plume. Method 9 involves the determination of plume opacity by qualified observers and includes procedures for the training and certification of observers. To receive certification as a qualified observer, a candidate must be tested and demonstrate the ability to assign opacity readings in 5 percent increments to 25 different black plumes and 25 different white plumes. The certification is valid for 6 months after which the observer must repeat the qualification test to retain certification. (epa.gov)

Provisions

1.       Urges the Administrator of the EPA to implement steps to require annual, rather than biannual, field training during the winter months for EPA Method 9 certification.

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5.       Fifty-fourth Legislature                       HM 2001

6.       First Regular Session                            Version 1: Natural Resources, Energy and Water

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