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Test Methods: Technology Transfer Network Emission Measurement Center
Test Methods: Technology Transfer Network Emission Measurement Center
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Test Methods
Test methods can be divided into several categories:
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Category A: Methods Proposed or Promulgated in the FR Category B: Source Category Approved Alternative Methods Category C: Conditional Methods Category D: Preliminary Methods Category E: "Idea Box"
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applications until more supporting information is available (i.e., can be "gap filling" methods). The EPA expects the methods to work under the conditions of the applicability statement, but is uncertain without additional data on broader application. The EPA encourages submission of data to support broader applicability. Methods in Category D may be used by state and local programs in conjunction with Federally enforceable programs (e.g., Title V permits, SIPs) provided they are subject to an EPA Regional SIP approval process or permit veto opportunity and public notice and opportunity for comment with the understanding that the method may not be widely applicable and has potential for adverse public comment. They are also available for application without EPA oversight for other non-EPA program uses including state permitting programs and scientific and engineering applications. A method in this category must be Federally approved as an alternative test method before a source may use it to meet requirements under 40 FR Parts 60, 61, or 63. The methods in this category are not likely to be technically supported by EPA staff and are more likely to change based on the review of additional validation studies or on public comment prior to adoption as a Federal reference method. List of Preliminary Methods
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