06-096 C.M.R. ch. 166, § 4 - Compliance Standards for the Use of Industrial Cleaning Solvents

A. The owner or operator of a source subject to this Section shall limit VOC emissions from the use, handling, storage, and disposal of Industrial Cleaning Solvents and shop towels by implementing the following work practices:

(1) Covering open containers of Industrial Cleaning Solvents and used applicators;

(2) To the greatest extent practicable and in consideration of best practices for maintaining safe work environments, minimizing air circulation around cleaning operations;

(3) Properly disposing of used solvents and shop towels; and

(4) Maintaining cleaning equipment to prevent and repair solvent leaks.

B. The owner or operator of a source subject to this Section shall limit VOC emissions by utilizing one or more of the following methods for each applicable Cleaning Activity:

(1) Using Industrial Cleaning Solvents with a maximum VOC content limit of 50 grams VOC per liter, equivalent to 0.42 lb/gal;

(2) Using Industrial Cleaning Solvents with a composite vapor pressure of 8.0 millimeters or less of mercury (mm Hg), measured at 20°C (68°F); or

(3) Using an emission control system with an overall control efficiency of at least 85 percent.

C. Upon request by the purchaser or the Department, a person who sells or offers for sale any industrial cleaning solvent containing VOCs shall provide to the purchaser the following written information:

(1) The name and address of the solvent supplier;

(2) The type of solvent including the product or vendor identification number;

(3) The vapor pressure of the solvent measured in mm Hg at 20º C (68º F); and

(4) Percent VOC content by weight.

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06-096 C.M.R. ch. 166, § 4