Section Env-A 1807.02 - Other Alternative Procedures(a) Any request for an alternative procedure to an asbestos abatement requirement shall be submitted to both EPA Region I and the department.(b) The department shall not approve an alternative procedure for control of emissions from an asbestos abatement activity unless: (1) EPA approves the request in writing or notifies the department in writing that the requested procedure does not need to be approved by EPA; and(2) The criteria specified in (d), below, are met.(c) After obtaining a written approval or waiver from EPA and at least 10 days in advance of the proposed starting date for an alternative abatement procedure, the O/O shall submit to the department a written request to use the alternative procedure that includes: (1) All information specified in Env-A 1804.06;(2) Such additional information as is necessary to identify the unique aspects of the project that led to the request;(3) A detailed explanation of the alternative procedure.(d) The department shall approve the alternative procedure if: (1) The alternative procedure provides an equivalent or greater measure of control of asbestos fiber release than the procedure required by these rules; or(2) Using the alternative procedure creates a lower potential hazard to life, health, and property than using the procedures required by these rules.(e) No work using an alternative procedure shall begin without the written approval or abstention of EPA Region I and the department.N.H. Admin. Code § Env-A 1807.02
(See Revision Note at chapter heading for Env-A 1800) #9298, eff 10-21-08
Amended by Volume XXXVII Number 19, Filed May 11, 2017, Proposed by #12172, Effective 5/5/2017, Expires 5/5/2027.