1. (1) The provisions of Rules 335-3-6-.24 through 335-3-6-.52 of this Chapter shall apply to all sources of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) in accordance with schedules contained in Rule 335-3-6-.36 except:

   1. (a) sources specifically exempted under any Rule of this Chapter through annual operating, production, or potential VOC emissions rates.

   2. (b) sources used exclusively for chemical or physical analysis or determination of product quality and commercial acceptance provided:

      1. 1. the operation of the sources is not an integral part of the production process; and
      2. 2. the emissions from sources do not exceed 363 kilograms (800 pounds) in any calendar month;

2. (2) Fifty-five (55) gallons of all low-use coatings in the aggregate may be exempted on a plantwide basis (not per point emissions source) from regulation under Rules 335-3-6-.25 through .53 provided the following conditions are complied with:

   1. (a) prior written approval from the Director is obtained,
   2. (b) all applicable air permits contain permit provisos requiring recordkeeping in accordance with Rule 335-3-6-.32(12), and
   3. (c) the fifty-five (55) gallon usage rate is based on an annual rolling average.
   4. (d) "Low-use coating" shall mean a coating or an aggregate of coatings used in quantities of 55 gallons or less per year for intermittent or specialty-type operations within a single facility. Yearly usage is based on an annual rolling average.

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§22-28-14, 22-22A-5, 22-22A-6, 22-22A-8.

History: Effective Date: June 9, 1987. Amended: Effective Date: September 21, 1989; July 31, 1991. Amended: Filed October 17, 1996; effective November 21, 1996.