APCD Rule 74.15.1, Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters applies to units with a rated heat input capacity equal or greater to 1 million BTU/Hr and less than 5 million BTU/Hr. It requires the owner/operator to conduct tuning, source testing, and screening on permitted boilers, steam generators, and process heaters. The requirements for each unit vary based on the following:
- Rated heat input capacity (size) of the equipment
- Annual heat input (fuel use)
For more information regarding required source testing, emission screening or tuneup requirements, click on the links below:
Units Equal to or Greater Than 1 Million BTU per Hour (BTU/hr) and Less Than or Equal to 2 Million BTU/hr
Units Greater Than 2 Million BTU/hr and Less Than 5 Million BTU/hr
Low Usage Units Greater Than or Equal to 1 Million BTU/hr and Less Than 5 Million BTU/hr
You must notify the VCAPCD 24 hours prior to performing any screening analysis. Be prepared to give your name, VCAPCD permit number, company, contact, telephone number, location, date and time of the screening, and the equipment involved.
To submit a notification:
- Call the district's 24-hour Industrial Breakdown/Notification Line at 805-303-3700.
- Email notifications@vcapcd.org.
- Fax 805-456-7797.