N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-A 1212.03

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024
Section Env-A 1212.03 - Work Practice Standards for Miscellaneous Metal and Plastic Parts and Products Coating
(a) The owner or operator of a miscellaneous metal and plastic parts and products coating operation shall control VOC emissions from VOC-containing coatings, thinners, and coatings-related waste materials by using the following work practices:
(1) Storing all VOC-containing coatings, thinners, and coatings-related waste materials in closed containers;
(2) Keeping mixing and storage containers closed at all times except when depositing or removing VOC-containing coatings, thinners, and coatings-related waste materials;
(3) Minimizing spills of VOC-containing coatings, thinners, and coatings-related waste materials; and
(4) Conveying VOC-containing coatings, thinners, and coatings-related waste materials from one location to another in closed containers or pipes.
(b) The owner or operator of a miscellaneous metal and plastic parts and products coating operation shall control VOC emissions from cleaning materials by using the following work practices:
(1) Storing VOC-containing cleaning materials and used shop towels in closed containers;
(2) Keeping mixing and storage containers closed at all times except when depositing or removing VOC-containing materials;
(3) Minimizing spills of VOC-containing cleaning materials;
(4) Conveying VOC-containing cleaning materials from one location to another in closed containers or pipes; and
(5) Minimizing VOC emissions from the cleaning of storage, mixing, and conveying equipment by ensuring that:
a. Cleaning solvents are not atomized; and
b. All spent solvent is captured in closed containers.

N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-A 1212.03

(See Revision Note at chapter heading for Env-A 1200) #9933, eff 6-1-11

Amended by Volume XXXIX Number 46, Filed November 14, 2019, Proposed by #12899, Effective 10/17/2019, Expires 10/17/2029