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How to Make Quarterly Reports Easier

Do you usually wait until the end of the quarter to begin generating your quality assurance and hourly emission files? Learn how to improve your Quarterly Report submission process with a few simple suggestions from our Senior Regulatory Specialist.

Reporting Month: Key Air Compliance Lessons Learned

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Once the fourth quarter’s reporting window has closed, there is finally an opportunity to reflect on the past year. We compiled a list of air compliance lessons learned, based on customers’ feedback.

RATA Load Analysis Errors and How to Avoid Them

RATA Load Analysis

Load Analysis Errors are usually discovered after a RATA test has been conducted and can lead to hundreds of hours of invalid data. To avoid this error at your facility, learn about some of our best practices to consider when planning your next RATA test.

Air Emissions Regulations 101

Air Emissions Regulations 101

Air Emissions Regulations 101 provides an overview of EPA history, the similarities and differences between Part 60, 63 and 75 and ESC Spectrum’s role in monitoring and compliance.

Air Compliance Reporting: January is the Busiest Month of the Year

January is the busiest month for air compliance reporting

January is the busiest time of the year in the CEMS world for many reasons. The holiday season interrupts the day-to-day life and makes preparation for future activities more difficult. On top of that, January isn’t just a reporting month, but the reporting month; not only do you have to prepare quarterly reports, but also semiannual monitoring reports for Title V operating periods, and annual compliance reports. For most of the people involved in preparing and submitting these series of reports exhale a big breath of relief when it is finally done — but what’s next?

CEMS Data Review Checklists

CEMS Data Review Checklists

Now is the perfect time for organizing to get ready for next year – from straightening your closet to cleaning up your desktop to staying on top of reviewing your CEMS data. There are many data points to track at different times of the year. To help make this process easier, we’ve created a series of CEMS Data Review Checklists to keep it all straight.

Quick CEMS Audit Prep Checklist

CEMS Audit Prep Checklist

Use our quick checklist to pass an EPA CEMS audit of your facility. Use a proven CEMS DAS like StackVision and Prism for critical data and have current information about your designated representative, record keeping, QA/QC plan, permit & acid rain program at hand.

Guide to Part 75 Audit Preparation

Guide to Part 75 Audit Preparation

Get ready for your Part 75 audits with ESC Spectrum’s useful guide and checklists for each part of the air emissions compliance process. This 40-page guide covers every part of the air emissions monitoring process, from QA/QC plans to DAS software to ECMPS and much more.

What is the EPA 40 CFR Part 75 Regulation?

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Learn about the Part 75 rule created by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish requirements for monitoring and recordkeeping of air pollutants emitted from electric generating units (EGU) in support of the Acid Rain Program (ARP).

Recommended Monitoring Plan Checklists

Monitoring Plan Procedures

When you have and use in-house procedures, checklists, QA/QC plans, and other organizational aids, you can achieve greater consistency and perform your tasks more efficiently. They also serve as an important reminder to perform infrequent but repetitive tasks and activities. Use our guidelines and helpful checklists to make sure you are prepared.

NOx Correlation Testing Checklist

NOx Correlation Checklist

Facilities have in-house procedures for NOx Correlation Testing, as required by the Environmental Protection Agency. As with all procedures, preparation for NOx Correlation Testing is extremely important. Use this pre-testing checklist for assistance.

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