Air Quality Inspections Program
Field staff inspect permitted air quality sources for compliance
with Title 17. Depending on the type of source, an inspection
may include, but is not limited to, a review of the source’s
permit and compliance file, facility walk through in which records
are checked and observations made, and the preparation by field
staff of documentation pertaining to the inspection.
Field Staff issue Open Burning Permits to those residents or
commercial businesses that desire a burn permit. Inspections
are conducted to verify that only authorized material is burned,
permit conditions are adhered to, and the activity does not create
a nuisance to neighbors. The permit is issued by an Environmental
Enforcement Officer only after permit conditions are explained
and agreed to, and payment is received.
PDEQ Stationary Source Inspection Rights Form (pdf)
Compliance inspections are also conducted at construction sites
as part of the Fugitive Dust Surveillance Program. These inspections
assess the emissions from any earthmoving activities and the
measures being used to control dust. Field staff also verify
the intended use of the site to determine if an Air Quality Activity
Permit is required.
PDEQ Fugitive Dust Inspection Rights
Form (pdf)
