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OAR]
Recent Postings of Broadly Applicable
Alternative Test Methods
Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice of availability.
AGENCY:
This notice announces the
broadly applicable alternative test
method approval decisions that the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
has made under and in support of New
Source Performance Standards (NSPS)
and the National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)
between January 1, 2017, and December
31, 2017.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: An
electronic copy of each alternative test
method approval document is available
at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadlyapplicable-approved-alternative-testmethods. For questions about this
notice, contact Mrs. Lula H. Melton, Air
Quality Assessment Division, Office of
Air Quality Planning and Standards
(E143–02), Environmental Protection
Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC
27711; telephone number: (919) 541–
2910; fax number: (919) 541–0516;
email address: melton.lula@epa.gov. For
technical questions about individual
alternative test method decisions, refer
to the contact person identified in the
individual approval document(s).
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
SUMMARY:
I. General Information
A. Does this notice apply to me?
This notice will be of interest to
entities regulated under 40 Code of
Federal Regulations (CFR) parts 60, 61,
and 63; state, local, and tribal agencies;
and the EPA Regional offices
responsible for implementation and
enforcement of regulations under 40
CFR parts 60, 61, and 63.
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B. How can I get copies of this
information?
You may access copies of the broadly
applicable alternative test method
approval documents at https://
www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicableapproved-alternative-test-methods.
II. Background
This notice identifies broadly
applicable alternative test method
approval decisions made by the EPA in
2017 under the NSPS, 40 CFR part 60
and the NESHAP programs, and 40 CFR
parts 61 and 63 (see Table 1). Source
owners and operators may voluntarily
use these broadly applicable alternative
test methods in lieu of otherwise
specified reference test methods. Use of
these broadly applicable alternative test
methods does not change the applicable
emission standards.
The Administrator has the authority
to approve the use of alternative test
methods for compliance with
requirements under 40 CFR parts 60, 61,
and 63. This authority is found in
sections 60.8(b)(3), 61.13(h)(1)(ii), and
63.7(e)(2)(ii). Additional and similar
authority can be found in 40 CFR
65.158(a)(2). The criteria for approval
and procedures for submission and
review of broadly applicable alternative
test methods are explained in a previous
Federal Register notice published at 72
FR 4257 (January 30, 2007) and located
at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadlyapplicable-approved-alternative-testmethods. As explained in this notice,
we will announce approvals for broadly
applicable alternative test methods at
https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadlyapplicable-approved-alternative-testmethods and publish an annual notice
that summarizes approvals for broadly
applicable alternative test methods
during the preceding year.
As also explained in the January 30,
2007, notice, our approval decisions
involve thorough technical reviews of
numerous source-specific requests for
alternatives and modifications to test
methods and procedures. Based on
these reviews, we have often found that
these modifications or alternatives
would be equally valid and appropriate
to apply to other sources within a
particular class, category, or
subcategory. Consequently, we have
concluded that where a method
modification or an alternative method is
clearly broadly applicable to a class,
category, or subcategory of sources, it is
both equitable and efficient to approve
its use for all appropriate sources and
situations at the same time.
Use of approved alternative test
methods are not mandatory but rather
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permissive. Sources are not required to
employ such a method but may choose
to do so in appropriate circumstances.
As per section 63.7(f)(5), however, a
source owner or operator electing to use
an alternative method for 40 CFR part
63 standards must continue to use the
alternative method until otherwise
authorized. Source owners or operators
should, therefore, review the specific
broadly applicable alternative method
approval decision at https://
www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicableapproved-alternative-test-methods
before electing to employ any
alternative method.
III. Approved Alternative Test Methods
and Modifications to Test Methods
This notice specifies three broadly
applicable alternative test methods that
the EPA approved between January 1,
2017, and December 1, 2017. The
alternative method decision letter/
memo number, the reference method
affected, sources allowed to use this
alternative, and the modification or
alternative method allowed are
summarized in Table 1 of this notice. A
summary of approval documents was
previously made available on our
Technology Transfer Network between
January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017.
For more detailed information, please
refer to the complete copies of these
approval documents available at https://
www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicableapproved-alternative-test-methods.
As also explained in our January 30,
2007, notice, we will revisit approvals
of alternative test methods in response
to written requests or objections
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indicating that a particular approved
alternative test method either should
not be broadly applicable or that its use
should in some way be limited. Any
objection to a broadly applicable
alternative test method, as well as the
resolution of that objection, will be
announced at https://www.epa.gov/emc/
broadly-applicable-approvedalternative-test-methods and in a
subsequent Federal Register notice. If
we decide to retract a broadly applicable
test method, we will likely consider the
need for an appropriate transition
period for users either to request caseby-case approval or to transition to an
approved method.
Dated: February 13, 2018.
Panagiotis E. Tsirigotis,
Director, Office of Air Quality Planning and
Standards.
TABLE 1—APPROVED ALTERNATIVE TEST METHODS AND MODIFICATIONS TO TEST METHODS REFERENCED IN OR PUBLISHED UNDER APPENDICES IN 40 CFR PARTS 60, 61, AND 63 POSTED BETWEEN JANUARY 2017 AND DECEMBER
2017.
Alternative
method decision
letter/memo
number
As an alternative or modification
to . . .
For . . .
You may . . .
ALT–120 ...........
40 CFR 63.1350(k)(2)(ii) and (iii)
Sources subject to 40 CFR part 63, subpart
LLL-National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants from the Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry.
ALT–121 ...........
Method 3-Gas Analysis for the
Determination of Dry Molecular Weight.
ALT–122 ...........
Method 325 A-Volatile Organic
Compounds From Fugitive
and Area Sources: Sampler
Deployment and VOC Sample
Collection and Method 325BVolatile Organic Compounds
From Fugitive and Area
Sources: Sampler Preparation
and Analysis.
Sources subject to 40 CFR part 60, subpart
Ja-Standards of Performance for Petroleum Refineries for Which Construction,
Reconstruction, or Modification Commenced After May 14, 2007.
Sources subject to 40 CFR part 63, subpart
CC-National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants From Petroleum
Refineries.
Use the alternative procedure for above
span mercury calibrations through January 1, 2019, only as specified in the
Agency’s approval letter dated December
7, 2017.
Use Method 3A-Determination of Oxygen
and Carbon Dioxide Concentrations in
Emissions From Stationary Sources (Instrumental Analyzer Procedures).
Use the alternative approaches for temperature and pressure corrections, sample collection timing, and duplicate and
field blank samples as specified in the
Agency’s approval letter dated September 11, 2017.
Source owners or operators should review the specific broadly applicable alternative method approval letter at https://www.epa.gov/emc/
broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods before electing to employ it.
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
[EPA-HQ-OAR-2007-1196; FRL-9974-41-OAR]
Recent Postings of Broadly Applicable Alternative Test Methods
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice of availability.
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SUMMARY: This notice announces the broadly applicable alternative test
method approval decisions that the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) has made under and in support of New Source Performance Standards
(NSPS) and the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
(NESHAP) between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: An electronic copy of each alternative
test method approval document is available at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods. For questions
about this notice, contact Mrs. Lula H. Melton, Air Quality Assessment
Division, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (E143-02),
Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711;
telephone number: (919) 541-2910; fax number: (919) 541-0516; email
address: [email protected]. For technical questions about individual
alternative test method decisions, refer to the contact person
identified in the individual approval document(s).
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. General Information
A. Does this notice apply to me?
This notice will be of interest to entities regulated under 40 Code
of Federal Regulations (CFR) parts 60, 61, and 63; state, local, and
tribal agencies; and the EPA Regional offices responsible for
implementation and enforcement of regulations under 40 CFR parts 60,
61, and 63.
B. How can I get copies of this information?
You may access copies of the broadly applicable alternative test
method approval documents at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods.
II. Background
This notice identifies broadly applicable alternative test method
approval decisions made by the EPA in 2017 under the NSPS, 40 CFR part
60 and the NESHAP programs, and 40 CFR parts 61 and 63 (see Table 1).
Source owners and operators may voluntarily use these broadly
applicable alternative test methods in lieu of otherwise specified
reference test methods. Use of these broadly applicable alternative
test methods does not change the applicable emission standards.
The Administrator has the authority to approve the use of
alternative test methods for compliance with requirements under 40 CFR
parts 60, 61, and 63. This authority is found in sections 60.8(b)(3),
61.13(h)(1)(ii), and 63.7(e)(2)(ii). Additional and similar authority
can be found in 40 CFR 65.158(a)(2). The criteria for approval and
procedures for submission and review of broadly applicable alternative
test methods are explained in a previous Federal Register notice
published at 72 FR 4257 (January 30, 2007) and located at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods.
As explained in this notice, we will announce approvals for broadly
applicable alternative test methods at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods and publish an annual
notice that summarizes approvals for broadly applicable alternative
test methods during the preceding year.
As also explained in the January 30, 2007, notice, our approval
decisions involve thorough technical reviews of numerous source-
specific requests for alternatives and modifications to test methods
and procedures. Based on these reviews, we have often found that these
modifications or alternatives would be equally valid and appropriate to
apply to other sources within a particular class, category, or
subcategory. Consequently, we have concluded that where a method
modification or an alternative method is clearly broadly applicable to
a class, category, or subcategory of sources, it is both equitable and
efficient to approve its use for all appropriate sources and situations
at the same time.
Use of approved alternative test methods are not mandatory but
rather
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permissive. Sources are not required to employ such a method but may
choose to do so in appropriate circumstances. As per section
63.7(f)(5), however, a source owner or operator electing to use an
alternative method for 40 CFR part 63 standards must continue to use
the alternative method until otherwise authorized. Source owners or
operators should, therefore, review the specific broadly applicable
alternative method approval decision at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods before electing to
employ any alternative method.
III. Approved Alternative Test Methods and Modifications to Test
Methods
This notice specifies three broadly applicable alternative test
methods that the EPA approved between January 1, 2017, and December 1,
2017. The alternative method decision letter/memo number, the reference
method affected, sources allowed to use this alternative, and the
modification or alternative method allowed are summarized in Table 1 of
this notice. A summary of approval documents was previously made
available on our Technology Transfer Network between January 1, 2017,
and December 31, 2017. For more detailed information, please refer to
the complete copies of these approval documents available at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods.
As also explained in our January 30, 2007, notice, we will revisit
approvals of alternative test methods in response to written requests
or objections indicating that a particular approved alternative test
method either should not be broadly applicable or that its use should
in some way be limited. Any objection to a broadly applicable
alternative test method, as well as the resolution of that objection,
will be announced at https://www.epa.gov/emc/broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods and in a subsequent Federal Register
notice. If we decide to retract a broadly applicable test method, we
will likely consider the need for an appropriate transition period for
users either to request case-by-case approval or to transition to an
approved method.
Dated: February 13, 2018.
Panagiotis E. Tsirigotis,
Director, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards.
Table 1--Approved Alternative Test Methods and Modifications to Test Methods Referenced in or Published Under
Appendices in 40 CFR Parts 60, 61, and 63 Posted Between January 2017 and December 2017.
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Alternative method decision As an alternative or
letter/memo number modification to . . . For . . . You may . . .
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ALT-120..................... 40 CFR Sources subject to 40 CFR Use the alternative
63.1350(k)(2)(ii) and part 63, subpart LLL- procedure for above span
(iii). National Emission Standards mercury calibrations
for Hazardous Air through January 1, 2019,
Pollutants from the only as specified in the
Portland Cement Agency's approval letter
Manufacturing Industry. dated December 7, 2017.
ALT-121..................... Method 3-Gas Analysis Sources subject to 40 CFR Use Method 3A-Determination
for the Determination part 60, subpart Ja- of Oxygen and Carbon
of Dry Molecular Standards of Performance Dioxide Concentrations in
Weight. for Petroleum Refineries Emissions From Stationary
for Which Construction, Sources (Instrumental
Reconstruction, or Analyzer Procedures).
Modification Commenced
After May 14, 2007.
ALT-122..................... Method 325 A-Volatile Sources subject to 40 CFR Use the alternative
Organic Compounds From part 63, subpart CC- approaches for temperature
Fugitive and Area National Emission Standards and pressure corrections,
Sources: Sampler for Hazardous Air sample collection timing,
Deployment and VOC Pollutants From Petroleum and duplicate and field
Sample Collection and Refineries. blank samples as specified
Method 325B-Volatile in the Agency's approval
Organic Compounds From letter dated September 11,
Fugitive and Area 2017.
Sources: Sampler
Preparation and
Analysis.
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Source owners or operators should review the specific broadly applicable alternative method approval letter at
https://www.epa.gov/emc/ broadly-applicable-approved-alternative-test-methods before electing to employ it.
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