November 8, 2012

RCRA Subparts AA–CC Compliance References

When Congress passed the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments in 1984, it directed EPA to determine if there were excessive organic air emissions from equipment in hazardous waste service and, if so, to promulgate regulations to control them. EPA did the study, found excessive organic emissions, and issued the regulations by adding Subparts AA, BB, and CC to Parts 264 and 265. Thus, permitted and interim status TSD facilities are subject to these standards. Large quantity generators are also subject to these air emission standards, even though they are not required to have a RCRA permit.

We’ve compiled a list of online references available to aid affected facilities in their compliance with Part 264/265, Subparts AA, BB, and CC.

EPA Region 6 RCRA Air Emissions Training Workshop—40 CFR Parts 264/265, Subparts AA/BB/CC.
EPA Region 4 RCRA information resource site that contains training and guidance documents on Subparts AA–CC air emission standards.
Technical Guidance Document for RCRA Air Emission Standards for Process Vents and Equipment Leaks, EPA/450/3-89/021, July 1990.
Introduction to Air Emission Standards, EPA/530/K-02/003I, October 2001.
Inspection Manual: Federal Equipment Leak Regulations for the Chemical Manufacturing Industry, EPA/305/B-98/011, December 1998.
Background Information for Promulgated Organic Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments, and Containers, EPA/453/R-94/076b, November 1994.
RCRA Organic Air Emission Standards for TSDFs and Generators, EPA/530/F-98/011, July 1998.

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This document addresses issues of a general nature related to the federal RCRA regulations. Persons evaluating specific circumstances dealing with the RCRA regulations should review state and local laws and regulations, which may be more stringent than federal requirements. In addition, the assistance of a qualified professional should be enlisted to address any site-specific circumstances.