The Inspection ProcessAQMD Inspectors use their observations of industrial and commercial
processes and equipment to determine compliance with air quality rules and regulations, policies and state law
(California Health and Safety Code). Although each inspection is unique, a series of
general guidelines govern inspection procedures in the field. The typical
inspection can be broken down into the following components:
- Pre-Inspection Activities
These are the activities conducted by the inspector in preparation for the
inspection which include the review of: the facility's permits to operate, the
facility's compliance history, and other applicable requirements.
- The Inspection
While in the company of a facility representative, the Inspector will tour the
facility and make observations of equipment, processes and employee practices
to determine if facility is operating in compliance with applicable permit and
clean air requirements.
- Closing Conference
Conducted before leaving the facility, the Inspectors usually discuss their
findings with facility representatives during a closing conference, and later
document these findings in written inspection reports.
Typically, AQMD earmarks facilities for inspection well ahead of time,
however, an air quality complaint received from the
public may prompt an unannounced inspection of a facility.
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