Northwest Opacity Certification - Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency

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Part 1 Visual Emissions Training and Certification

Part 2 Completing The Field Observation Form

Initial Class Exam

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Valued Customer:

Northwest Opacity Certification (NOC) is pleased to provide Visible Emission Evaluation (VEE) Training and Certification in Oregon and, Washington.

Northwest Opacity Certification:

1. Has an EPA audit that certifies NOC as following strict EPA Method 9 Regulations.

2. Is recognized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for Field Certification.

3. Has over 50 years of combined VEE staffing experience!

4. Broke new ground in the Northwest by introducing a simpler, more economical method for test scoring!

5. Continuously seeks new opportunities to verify EPA Method 9 conformation and improve operations.

6. Dedicates itself to conducting all VEE Observation Certifications according to strict EPA Method 9 Regulations.

Northwest Opacity Certification Is:

Organized and professional with accurate and accessible records.
Located at numerous testing locations in Washington and Oregon.
Diligent in regular maintenance and calibration of our Equipment.
Reliable in our use of NIST-certified Neutral Density Filters.
Able to consistently generate stable plumes for Evaluation.
Clear and precise in the test forms and documents we use.
Comprehensive in our Initial Classroom Lecture.
Flexible, in that we can also provide training at your facility.

Note:

Regulation EPA-600/477-027b Section 3.12.1.2.2-4 cites, “…it is recommended observers attend the classroom training at 3-year intervals to review proper field observation techniques and method changes…”