N.J. Admin. Code § 7:1H-3.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 7:1H-3.1 - Performance standards for conducting an air pollution control program

(a) Enact and enforce a local air pollution control ordinance at least equivalent to the current model ordinances prepared by the department.

(b) Control and prohibit open burning pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-2; investigate and document those violations referred by the department; monitor all approved burning permits for infested plant life, hazardous material, herbaceous plant life, orchard pruning and emergencies.

(c) Control and prohibit smoke from combustion of fuel pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-3; investigate and record all smoke violations including complaints referred to the county department or local health agency by the department.

(d) Control and prohibit solid particles from combustion of fuel pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-4; investigate and record violations; furnish assistance to the department when corrective action can not be taken by the county department or local health agency.

(e) Prohibit air pollution, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-5; investigate complaints, furnish assistance to the department when corrective action can not be taken by the county department or local health agency.

(f) Control and prohibit particles or emissions of sulfur from manufacturing processes, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-6, 7:27-7 and 7:27-3; record and prosecute Ringelmann or opacity violations, refer suspected violations of the mass emissions standard to the department for necessary action.

(g) Provide assistance to the department in the administration of N.J.A.C. 7:27-8; conduct initial investigations and follow-up inspections for the renewal of permanent certificate to operate equipment, as designated by the department; notify the department of any installation, alteration or operation of any equipment or control apparatus requiring a permit and certificate.

(h) Take liquid fuel samples as directed by the department in connection with the administration of N.J.A.C. 7:27-9.

(i) Control and prohibit emissions from incinerators pursuant to 7:27-11.3(b), (c), and (d); refer suspected violations of the mass emission standard to the department for necessary action.

(j) Administer air pollution emergency procedures pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-12; monitor standby plans for facilities, as directed by the department.

(k) Control and prohibit air pollution by volatile organic substances pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-16; inventory all facilities storing volatile organic substances; record and report violations of the standards concerning the storage and transfer of volatile organic substances.

(l) Control and prohibit air pollution form asbestos surface coatings and toxic substances pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:27-17; inspect new construction and reconstruction sites and new or altered sources for compliance; record and report violations to the department.

(m) Observe and report all violations at each major stationary source as requested by the department.

(n) Respond to all emergency situations involving threats to public health or safety occurring within the county department or local health agency's jurisdiction and assist department personnel as required.

(o) Update emissions inventory data as requested by the department.

(p) Personnel must complete the course "Fundamentals of Air Pollution Practice" or equivalent training approved by the department, complete the course "Visual Emissions Evaluation Certification," and must maintain visual emissions certification by completing the course "Recertification of Visual Emissions Evaluation" every six months.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:1H-3.1