Report:

Rule Forecast

Synopsis:

This report highlights AQMD rulemaking activity for 1996 and beyond. Upcoming public workshops are noted, both in the regular calendar and in a separate list at the end of the report.

Committee:

Not applicable.

Recommended Action:

Receive and file the attached report.

James M. Lents, Ph.D.
Executive Officer

Background

The Rule Forecast Report presented to your Board each month outlines for the up-coming 18 months the anticipated meeting dates that staff will bring these control measures and additional rules forward for Board adoption. The Rule Forecast Report is amended as necessary to reflect Board decisions regarding the rule adoptions or when additional staff research or public consultations postpone proposed adoption hearing dates.

Proposal

The draft 1997 AQMP proposes seven control measures to reduce VOC emissions, one for NOx, and seven for PM10, including ten major control measures proposed to be adopted during the end of 1996 and through 1997. The most significant of the control measures to be brought before the Board in 1996 and early 1997 are seven measures that are also contained in the 1994 AQMP. Six of these measures are designed to reduce VOC emissions, while another measure will reduce PM10 emissions. The proposed control measures for VOC include:

· Rule 1171 - Solvent Cleaning Operations

Proposed amendments will provide more than half of the VOC emission reductions from stationary sources required by 2005. Emissions will be further reduced by the use of cleanup solvents containing less VOC.

· Rule 1107 - Coating of Metal Parts and Products

Proposed amendments include requirements for using reformulated low-VOC content coatings and application methods with high transfer efficiency. Alternately, control equipment with high collection and destruction efficiencies may be required.

· Rule 1113 - Architectural Coatings

Proposed amendments include requirements for using reformulated low-VOC content coatings.

· Proposed Rule 1138 - Restaurant Operations

Proposed language includes requirements for establishing a limit on the total amount of emissions (PM10 as well as VOC) from a restaurant, rather than limits on individual pieces of cooking equipment. However, as there are many different methods of controlling emissions, the selection of the method would be made by the establishment.

· Rule 1145 - Plastic, Rubber, and Glass Coatings

Proposed amendments will include requirements for using reformulated low-VOC content coatings and application methods with high transfer efficiency. Alternately, control equipment with high collection and destruction efficiencies may be required.

· 1176 - Sumps and Wastewater Separators

Proposed amendments will ensure further emission reductions from process drains and wastewater separators at refineries and chemical plants.

The stationary source PM10 control is Proposed Rule 1105.1, which will require controls on petroleum refinery fluid catalytic cracking units. Adoption of the six VOC control measures will more than compensate for the emission reductions previously anticipated in the 1994 AQMP to be accomplished by VOC RECLAIM.

Pending the Board's action on the draft 1997 AQMP, the Rule Forecast Report will be amended to accurately reflect the proposed additions and deletions of control measures scheduled for adoption.

RULE FORECAST REPORT - AUGUST 1996

Advance Target for Board Hearings

SEPTEMBER 1996
1171 * Solvent Cleaning Operations (CM# CTS-02C)	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. The VOC limit for repair and maintenance cleaning will be lowered from 950 to 50 g/l in this proposal, effective 1999, due to the general availability of aqueous cleaners. Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071)
1176 * VOC Emissions from Wastewater Systems (CM# FUG-02)	Proposed amendments will ensure further reductions of VOC emissions from process drains and other components of wastewater systems located at refineries, oil and gas production facilities, and chemical and industrial plants. Mohsen Nazemi - (909)396-2662 CEQA: Tara Sheehy (3102) Socio: Francis Goh (3075)

OCTOBER 1996
1107 Metal Products Coating (CM# CTS-02H)	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. The technology review reveals that VOC concentration limits can be reduced to 185 grams per liter, as applied with powder coatings for both general and high gloss coatings. Non-compliant solvent-borne high solids coatings could be vented to control equipment. The use of acetone, an exempt solvent, will also reduce emissions. Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Francis Goh (3075)
1113 * Architectural Coatings (CM# CTS-07)	Proposed amendments will clarify rule requirements, increase/decrease some VOC limits to reflect current technology and provide consistency between AQMD rules and the draft federal CTG. The proposed amendments will also implement a portion of the AQMP Control Measure for architectural coatings. Fred Lettice - (909)396-2576 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
1605 Credits for the Voluntary Repair of On-Road Motor Vehicles Identified Through Remote Sensing Devices	Proposed rule provides an additional strategy to generate Mobile Source Emission Reduction Credits through the identification and repair of high-emitting on-road vehicles. Remote sensing technology will be used for the identification of these vehicles. PUBLIC WORKSHOP: August 14, 10:00 a.m., AQMD, Diamond Bar Henry Hogo - (909)396-3184 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)

NOVEMBER 1996
212 Standards for Approving Permits	Proposed amendments will bring AQMD's rule in line with state law governing public noticing requirements. Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526)
1105.1 * Fluid Catalytic Cracking Units (CM# CMB-09)	Proposed rule will reduce PM10 emissions from petroleum refinery fluid catalytic cracking units. Mohsen Nazemi - (909)396-2662 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1145 Plastic, Rubber & Glass Coatings (CM# CTS-02M)	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. Reformulation will allow for reductions from electric-dissipating and shock-free coatings. Replacement technology such as UV-curable coatings may also result in emission reductions in the distant future. Dave Schwien - (909)396-2577 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
2009 * Area Source Credits (CM# CMB-03 & 04)	Proposed rule will implement the market incentives program for area sources to supplement RECLAIM. Pang Mueller - (909)396-2433 CEQA: Tara Sheehy (3102) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
Reg. XXX * Title V Operating Permits	Regulation XXX was developed to establish the parameters for an operating permit program that satisfies the requirements of Title V of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. On August 29, 1994, U. S. EPA proposed revisions to regulations that define the minimum elements of an approvable operating permit program. These regulations are expected to be finalized in 1996. Regulation XXX will then be amended to parallel changes in the EPA program. In addition, changes are proposed to facilitate approval and clarify approvability. Pang Mueller - (909)396-2433 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)

DECEMBER 1996
219 Equipment Not Requiring a Written Permit Pursuant to Regulation II	Proposed amendments will incorporate the requirements of the solvent degreasing NESHAP.
1415 Reduction of Refrigerant Emissions from Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems	Proposed amendments will ensure consistency with EPA Clean Air Act requirements. Mike Mills - (909)396-2578 CEQA: Tara Sheehy (3102) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
403 Fugitive Dust	Proposed amendments will incorporate control measures BCM-01, 03, 04, & 06 from the 1994 BACM SIP to meet the Clean Air Act requirements for Best Available Control Measures.
403.3 Fugitive Dust - Contingency Requirements for the South Coast Air Basin	Proposed rule will develop fugitive dust control contingency measures as required under the Clean Air Act. This rule is to be adopted but not implemented unless future milestone targets are not met. Mel Zeldin - (909)396-3058 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1124 Aerospace Component Coating	Proposed amendments will amend certain VOC limits to address industry concerns. Alene Taber - (909)396-3057 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
1130.1 Screen Printing Operations	Proposed amendments seek to increase VOC limits for those screen printing operations for which effective compliant materials are not available and to extend the future VOC limit for extreme performance inks. Fred Lettice - (909)396-2576 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1173 * Fugitive Emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (CM# FUG-04)	Proposed amendments will address SIP recommendations identified by U.S. EPA; consider lowering leak thresholds for minor and major gas leaks; require the use of trained individuals for leak inspections; consider the new federal NESHAPs requirements; and address other issues regarding implementation of inspection and maintenance. Mohsen Nazemi - (909)396-2662 CEQA: Steve Smith (3054) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
1186 PM10 Emissions from Paved and Unpaved Roads and Livestock Operations	(Formerly listed as Rule 403 amendment.) This rule cannot completely be done in Rule 403. Proposed amendments will incorporate Control Measures BCM-01, 03, 04, & 06 from the 1994 BACM SIP to meet the Clean Air Act requirements for Best Available Control Measures. Mel Zeldin - (909)396-3058

3RD OR 4TH QUARTER 1996
Intercredit Trading (CM# FLX-01 & 02)	Proposed rule will link AQMD's mobile and stationary source credit trading programs to increase compliance flexibility. Elaine Chang - (909)396-3186 / Jill Whynot (3104)

TO-BE-DETERMINED 1997
217 Provisions for Sampling & Testing Facilities	Proposed amendments will clarify the responsibility of sources to provide safe and accessible sampling and testing provisions in their facilities.
217.1 Construction of Sampling & Testing Facilities	Proposed rule will delineate the minimum requirements for permanent, safe, and accessible facilities for testing emissions from a stack or duct. John Higuchi - (909)396-2267 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
218 Continuous Emissions Monitoring	Proposed amendments will delete obsolete language; clarify administrative requirements for non-RECLAIM continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS); and delete CEMS performance specifications.
218.1 Continuous Emission Monitoring Performance Specifications	Proposed rule will revise and identify specifications for non-RECLAIM CEMS to meet AQMD requirements for approval. John Higuchi - (909)396-2267 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
444 Open Fires	Proposed amendments will delete obsolete language, clarify definitions, categorize burn activities, and delineate the minimum requirements of agricultural burns. Ed Pupka - (909)396-3332
1118 * Emission Reductions from Refinery Flares	The proposed rule will take the first step of a two-step approach to potential flare emissions reduction by gathering data on flaring operations at petroleum refineries to assess the need for, or the level of, any future controls to reduce flare emissions. This first step will require refineries to monitor flaring activities for the amount and composition of gases being flared. If the data demonstrates a need to control flaring operations, step two of the rule will be to develop specific control requirements to reduce flare emissions. Mohsen Nazemi - (909)396-2662 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1122 Solvent Degreasers (CM# CTS-02N)	Proposed amendments will define equipment design and work-practice standards for degreasing equipment which the rule does not currently apply to. Remote reservoir cleaning will be removed from the rule. Advancements in degreasing technology have made this rule amendment necessary. Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1138 * Restaurant Operations (CM# PRC-03)	Proposed rule will address VOC and PM10 control requirements in AQMP Control Measure PRC-03 for commercial cooking operations and restaurants. Jill Whynot - (909)396-3104 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
1164 Electronic Components (CM# CTS-02A)	Alene Taber - (909)396-3057
1169 Hexavalent Chromium - Chrome Plating and Chromic Acid Anodizing	Proposed amendments will incorporate the requirements of the chrome plating NESHAP. Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
1405 Control of Ethylene Oxide & CFC Emissions from Sterilization or Fumigation Processes	Proposed amendments will clarify requirements for testing inlet samples. John Higuchi - (909)396-2267 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
1420.1 Emission Standards for Lead	Proposed rule will implement the new federal lead standards under Title III. Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394
1423 Lead Abatement Rule	This is a place holder for a rule to control lead emissions during abatement activities. This rule will be coordinated with Cal-EPA's statewide strategic plan to reduce lead poisoning. Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394 CEQA: Steve Smith (3054) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1437 Furniture Stripping Operations	Proposed rule will control methylene chloride emissions from furniture stripping operations. Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394
Title III * FCAA Title III Program - Regulation XVIII	This program will necessitate the adoption of new rules to implement administrative requirements and NESHAPs. Rules that may need to be amended include Rules 108, 109, 461, 462, 463, 464, 466, 477, 481, 1101, 1106, 1124, 1125, 1126, 1129, 1130, 1130.1, 1136, 1141, 1142, 1162, 1173, 1176, 1179, 1405, 1406, and 1420. Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Francis Goh (3075) CMB-02B Control of Emissions from Small Boilers and Process Heaters (NOx) MOF-07 Credits for the Replacement of Existing Pleasure Craft Engines with New Lower Polluting Engines MON-09 In-Use Vehicle Emission Mitigation MON-10 Emissions Reduction Credit for Truck Stop Electrification MSC-02 In-Use Compliance Program for Air Pollution Control Equipment (all pollutants). Ben Shaw - (909)396-2394 CEQA: Tara Sheehy (3102) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) PRC-01 Emission Reductions from Woodworking Operations WST-03 Emission Reductions from Waste Burning WST-04 Disposal of Materials Containing VOC

SCHEDULE PENDING BOARD ACTION ON 1997 AQMP
442 Emission Reductions from Solvent Usage (VOC) (CM# CTS-02O) 463 Storage of Organic Liquids (CM# FUG-03)	The proposed rule will take the first step of a two-step approach to reduce VOC emissions from organic liquid storage tanks by gathering data on storage tanks that are currently exempt from Rule 463 to assess the need for, or the level of, any future controls required to reduce VOC emissions from these tanks. If the data demonstrates a need to reduce VOC emissions, step two of the rule will include identification of the appropriate control options. Mohsen Nazemi - (909)396-2662 CEQA: Steve Smith (3054) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1106 &Emissions Reductions from Marine & Pleasure Craft Coating Operations 1106.1 (CM# CTS-02D1 & D2)	Alene Taber - (909)396-3057
1110 Emissions from Stationary IC Engines (Demonstration) (CM# CMB-02F)
1110.1 Emissions from Stationary IC Engines (CM# CMB-02F)
1110.2 Emissions from Gaseous- & Liquid-Fueled IC Engines (CM# CMB-02F)	Proposed amendments will consolidate the above rules to update emission limits and other requirements; eliminate duplicate or obsolete language; reflect requirements of U. S. EPA non-road engine rulemaking; establish consistency with Proposed Regulation XXI - Portable Equipment - Statewide Regulation; and address AQMP Control Measure CMB-F. Larry Bowen - (909)396-2575 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
1125 Can, Drum, & Coil Coating	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. Coil coating facilities would be able to reduce emissions through reformulation and enclosure of roller coater units to capture fugitive emissions. Reductions may also be realized from drum manufacturers through coating reformulations, increased transfer efficiency of spray guns, and installation of control equipment. Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
1128 Paper, Fabric, & Film Coating (CM# CTS-02G)	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. These facilities can achieve additional reductions through the use of reformulated materials, increased effectiveness of add-on control equipment, UV-curable coatings and adhesives with negligible VOC emissions. Additional reductions will come from the use of hotmelt adhesives and resin impregnating applications. Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Francis Goh (3075)
1130.1 Further Emissions Reductions from Graphic Arts and Screen Printing (CM# CTS-02I1)	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. Emissions associated with inks and fountain solutions can be reduced with current available technology. The advent of ultraviolet and electron beam technology will allow a switch from conventional inks to inks with little or no VOC emissions. Solvent cleanup emissions will also be reduced through the use of automatic blanket washers and vegetable-based solvents. Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1151 Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coating Operations	Staff is evaluating the current requirements and will recommend amendments as necessary. Fred Lettice - (909)396-2576
1168 Adhesives (CM# CTS-02E)	Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available technology. The majority of facilities using adhesives are currently able to utilize available low-VOC (or zero-VOC) adhesives. PUBLIC WORKSHOP: Nov. 19, 9:00 a.m., AQMD Auditorium, Diamond Bar Anupom Ganguli - (909)396-3185 CMB-01 Phase II RECLAIM (NOx, SOx) CMB-02 Emission Reductions from Combustion Equipment at Non-RECLAIM Sources CMB-02A Control of Emissions from Miscellaneous Combustion Sources Dave Schwien - (909)396-2577 CMB-02C Control of Emissions from Curing and Drying Ovens Alene Taber - (909)396-3057 CMB-02D Control of Emissions from Afterburners CMB-02E Control of Emissions from Metal Melting Furnaces CMB-05 Clean Stationary Fuels Mike Mills - (909)396-2578 CMB-06 Emission Standards for New Commercial and Residential Water Heaters (NOx) CMB-07 Emission Reductions from Petroleum Refinery Flares CMB-08 Control of Emissions from Gas-Fired Petroleum Refinery Process Heaters CMB-10 Emission Reductions from Glass Melting Furnaces (Non-RECLAIM) Dave Schwien - (909)396-2577 CMB-11 Emission Reductions from Non-RECLAIM Incinerators William Thompson - (909)396-2398 CTS-02J Further Emissions Reductions from Wood Products CTS-02K Further Emissions Reductions from Aerospace Assembly & Component Mfg. Oper. CTS-02L Further Emissions Reductions from Motor Vehicle Assembly Line Coating Oper. CTS-03 Consumer Product Education Labeling Program CTS-04 Public Awareness/Education Programs - Area Sources ISR-01 Special Event Centers ISR-02 Shopping Centers ISR-03 Registration and Commercial Vehicles ISR-04 Airport Ground Access ISR-05 Trip Reduction for Schools MON-02 Eliminate Excessive Car Dealership Vehicle Starts MON-04 Eliminate Excessive Curb Idling MSC-01 Promotion of Lighter Color Roofing and Road Materials and Tree Planting Programs MSC-03 Promotion of Catalyst-Surface Coating Technology Programs for Air Conditioning Units PRC-02 Further Emission Reductions from Bakeries Dave Schwien - (909)396-2577 PRC-04 Emission Reductions from Rubber Products Manufacturing Dave Schwien - (909)396-2577 PRC-05 Emission Reductions from Malt Beverage Production Facilities and Wine- or Brandy-Making Facilities Dave Schwien - (909)396-2577 WST-01 Emission Reductions from Livestock Waste Mel Zeldin - (909)396-3058 WST-02 Emission Reductions from Composting Operations

UPCOMING PUBLIC WORKSHOPS
Aug. 14 1605 - Credits for the Voluntary Repair of On-Road Motor Vehicles Identified through Remote Sensing Devices	Contact: Dave Coel (x-3143) 10:00 a.m., AQMD Auditorium, Diamond Bar
Nov. 19 1168 - Adhesives	Contact: Anupom Ganguli (x-3185) 9:00 a.m., AQMD Auditorium, Diamond Bar