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SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2024-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241001T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240530T170811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T171418Z
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SUMMARY:Air Quality Dispersion Modeling - Carson City
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 2-day training course is not intended to produce modelers but rather to focus on atmospheric science principles\, model options\, and configurations\, as well as pre- and post-processing steps that ultimately determine the outcome of the modeling study.  The course will develop a solid understanding of regulatory air dispersion modeling fundamentals combined with the application of this knowledge toward solving real-world air quality challenges. Practical and real-world AERMOD examples will be utilized throughout the course to effectively demonstrate how these topics work together to influence model outcomes.  In addition\, hands-on training is incorporated throughout the training to reinforce concepts. \nThe intent of the course is to empower permit engineers and managers with the knowledge and real-world experience needed to quickly assess the validity of model selection\, configuration\, and results interpretation as related to specific regulatory programs. Emphasis is on explaining and demonstrating important modeling concepts that permit writers and managers must understand to make informed and defensible decisions during the permitting process to ensure the permit conditions meet regulatory requirements. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTo REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/air-quality-dispersion-modeling-3/
LOCATION:Nevada Legislative Building\, 401 S. Carson Street\, Carson City\, NV\, 89701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240716T175421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T175731Z
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SUMMARY:Continuous Monitoring Systems (SRCE 103)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: The one-day classroom Introduction to Continuous Monitoring Systems (CMS) Course provides participants with a basic understanding of CMS. It provides an overview of key concepts and information on CMS\, including purpose and uses\, types\, systems design and components\, regulations\, audits/inspections\, and enforcement procedures. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for a broad audience and could include participants with non-technical backgrounds (e.g.\, a basic degree in science) as well as technical backgrounds (e.g.\, a chemical engineering degree). This course is an introductory course for CMS\, therefore\, no prior knowledge of CMS is presumed. This course is intended primarily for new hires or any participants who need a basic understanding of CMS in their job responsibilities. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completing this course\, learners will gain a basic understanding of Continuous Monitoring Systems (CMS). They will be able to use the knowledge gained on the following topics to assess the accuracy of CMS data and the ongoing compliance of sources monitored by CMS: \n\nTypes and purposes of CMS\nReview of regulatory basis for CMS\nOverview of enforcement aspects for CMS\nUnderstand the purpose of CMS and different types and uses of CMS\nIdentify the regulations that contain CMS requirements\nRecognize enforcement aspects of CMS\n\nCourse Brochure \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/continuous-monitoring-systems-srce-103/
LOCATION:Alaska DEC\, 555 Cordova Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240716T174806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T174806Z
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SUMMARY:Landfill Control Devices (TOXC 229)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces the operation of landfill gas collection\, controls and gas-to-energy systems. Special emphasis is placed on inspection techniques. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for new\, entry-level as well as semi-experienced stationary source permit engineers\, inspectors\, regulatory agency staff\, and environmental specialists in business and government. The course is designed to provide an overview of Landfill Gas Control Facilities. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the Landfill Gas control systems. The following topics will be covered in this course: \n\nFacts and figures regarding Landfills\nPrimary and Secondary air pollutants at Landfills\nMethane monitoring equipment\nInspections and safety tips\nScientific principles behind landfill gas generation\nLandfill gas collection technologies and principles\nLandfill gas controls and energy uses\nDescription of landfill gas monitoring equipment and proper use\nInspection and Safety Tips\n\nCourse Brochure \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/landfill-control-devices-toxc-229/
LOCATION:Alaska DEC\, 555 Cordova Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240925T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
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SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2024-09-25/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240925T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20250116T234549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T234549Z
UID:10000316-1727267400-1727272800@westar.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Technical Steering Committee/Workgroup Co-chairs Coordination Call
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/wrap-technical-steering-committee-workgroup-co-chairs-coordination-call-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240926
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240716T174207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T174424Z
UID:10000308-1727222400-1727308799@westar.org
SUMMARY:Incinerators (TOXC 222)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will focus on the process\, emission control equipment and inspection procedures of small to medium sized solid waste incinerators. The types of incinerators include biomedical\, pathological\, crematories and commercial heat stripping ovens. This course does not address municipal waste combustors\, biomass or hazardous waste incinerators. There is an afternoon field visit where students will receive first-hand experience during a mock inspection of a local business with a permitted incinerator. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for new\, entry-level as well as semi-experienced stationary source permit engineers\, inspectors\, regulatory agency staff\, and environmental specialists in business and government. The course is designed to provide an overview of incinerators (control devices). \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with incinerators operations. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of incinerators: The following topics will be covered in this course: \n\n3 T’s of combustion\nTypes of combustion\nCategories of Industrial Incinerators\nTypical Incinerator Operating Procedures\nTypical Operational Errors\nIncinerator Emissions & Control\nIncinerator Inspection\nAir Pollution Control Points of Inspection\n\nCourse Brochure \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/incinerators-toxc-222/
LOCATION:Alaska DEC\, 555 Cordova Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240925
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CREATED:20240716T173558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T173859Z
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SUMMARY:Fugitive Dust (PLAN 252)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course presents a comprehensive overview of fugitive dust emissions and controls. The course includes the how\, what\, where and health impacts of particulate matter and the problem that fugitive dust presents. The course also discusses the rules and regulations that have been adopted by some agencies to control fugitive dust and the methods that are used to determine compliance with and/or violations of these regulations. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: Planning and rulemaking staff who may be dealing with statewide or regional particulate matter rule development or attainment issues or who are developing responses to site-specific fugitive dust emissions. Also permit writers and inspectors dealing with operations that generate fugitive dust\, such as construction activities\, aggregate\, concrete\, cement\, asphalt and mining operations and activities with vehicle traffic on unpaved surfaces. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completion of this one-day course\, learners will be able to understand how fugitive dust is determined and regulated and explain fugitive dust control in the context of the following topics: \n\nHealth effects of particulate matter (PM10) pollution\nFugitive dust sources\nDust control measures\nFugitive dust rules and regulations\nDust control plans\nVisible dust emissions and test methods\n\nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $100. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTo Register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/fugitive-dust-plan-252/
LOCATION:Alaska DEC\, 555 Cordova Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240926T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240209T212901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T210257Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate NSR/PSD Permitting
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 4-day Intermediate NSR/PSD Permitting training course is for SLT agency personnel who have\, or will have\, permitting responsibilities for major sources.  The objectives of the course are to provide with a high-level understanding of permitting elements\, regulatory requirements\, and policies pertaining to the major permitting programs\, and provide attendees with the knowledge\, skills\, and abilities to identify pertinent regulatory and policy materials\, and the ability to apply these to day-to-day responsibilities and activities. \nMajor Topics Include: \n\nNew Source Review and Prevention of Significant Deterioration Programs – Background and History\nDefinitions\nApplicability\nRequirements\nBACT\nNAAQS Analysis\nNetting Analysis\nIncrement and Other Analyses\nNSR Reform\nRelationship between NSR and other programs\nEffective Use of Exclusions and Permit Procedures\nPre-Application Monitoring Waivers\nNonattainment Area Applicability and Requirements\nOperating Permits\n\nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $1000. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/intermediate-permitting/
LOCATION:Clark County – Division of Air Quality\, 4701 West Russell Road\, Ste. 200\, NV\, 89118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240910T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240408T210106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T210106Z
UID:10000299-1725957000-1726160400@westar.org
SUMMARY:Principles of Environmental Compliance (NACT335)
DESCRIPTION:WHO SHOULD ATTEND: New\, entry-level stationary source inspectors\, regulatory agency staff\, and environmental specialists in business and government. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with air pollution control and enforcement. The following topics will be covered in this course:\n• Developing a framework for designing effective compliance strategies\n• Understand different concepts and principles of environmental compliance and enforcement \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: This intensive 3-day course provides a framework for designing effective compliance strategies and enforcement programs. \nThe course defines the terms compliance and enforcement\, introduces basic principles\, and explores different approaches for implementing each element of the framework. The instructors who guide participants through the concepts and principles of environmental compliance and enforcement deliver the course through a series of exercises. Participants\, through a “case study” will take part in a negotiation session to resolve a violation of environmental requirements that mimics a real-life enforcement situation. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTO REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/principles-of-environmental-compliance-nact335/
LOCATION:State of Nevada\, 901 S. Stewart Street\, Carson City\, NV\, 89701
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240408T204354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T170930Z
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SUMMARY:Air Quality Dispersion Modeling - Santa Fe
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 2-day training course is not intended to produce modelers but rather to focus on atmospheric science principles\, model options\, and configurations\, as well as pre- and post-processing steps that ultimately determine the outcome of the modeling study.  The course will develop a solid understanding of regulatory air dispersion modeling fundamentals combined with the application of this knowledge toward solving real-world air quality challenges. Practical and real-world AERMOD examples will be utilized throughout the course to effectively demonstrate how these topics work together to influence model outcomes.  In addition\, hands-on training is incorporated throughout the training to reinforce concepts. \nThe intent of the course is to empower permit engineers and managers with the knowledge and real-world experience needed to quickly assess the validity of model selection\, configuration\, and results interpretation as related to specific regulatory programs. Emphasis is on explaining and demonstrating important modeling concepts that permit writers and managers must understand to make informed and defensible decisions during the permitting process to ensure the permit conditions meet regulatory requirements. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTo REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/air-quality-dispersion-modeling-2/
LOCATION:State of New Mexico\, 1190 St. Francis Drive\, Santa Fe\, NM\, 87124
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
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SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2024-09-05/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240828T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000139-1724853600-1724857200@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2024-08-28/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240408T173139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T173139Z
UID:10000297-1724749200-1724940000@westar.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE - Effective Permit Writing
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This online course presents information on the major national programs in air pollution stationary source permitting. This course was designed to provide methods and procedures used to effectively draft and review permit conditions used with a variety of permit programs. This course is designed for personnel of state\, local and tribal permitting agencies who are new to permit programs\, managers of programs which are impacted by permits\, and inspectors who must read and interpret permit conditions. Examples of the various types of permit conditions are presented along with practical exercises. \nMAJOR TOPICS: \n\nIdentification of the components required in a complete permit application evaluation\,\nExplanation of the functions and purposes of each component of a complete permit application\,\nDescription of the characteristics of an effective permit\,\nExplanation of the process\, approaches that can be used to assure an effective permit is produced.\n\nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTo REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/online-effective-permit-writing-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240813T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240815T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240419T175244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T180621Z
UID:10000300-1723537800-1723725000@westar.org
SUMMARY:Postponed: Basic Inspector Training (NACT 350)
DESCRIPTION:LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will have an understanding of the compliance assessment practices that are employed for evaluating air emission sources. The individual will gain an understanding of the following inspector tasks: \n\nRole of the field inspector\nPermit conditions compliance documentation and evidence gathering\nComplaints handling and other inspection investigations\nInspection of air pollution sources\n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: The course provides an overview of the aspects of inspection preparation\, the procedures for conducting an inspection\, and follow-up tasks that must be completed after conducting an inspection. Proper procedures are covered for investigating an air pollution complaint\, conducting an inspection\, and gathering evidence of an emission source compliance. The course also introduces various federal environmental laws and regulations to individuals that are new to environmental compliance programs. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTO REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/basic-inspector-training-nact-350-2/
LOCATION:Portland Oregon State Building\, 800 Northeast Oregon Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97232
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240809T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240216T205641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T200846Z
UID:10000294-1723192200-1723222800@westar.org
SUMMARY:Poly Resin & Fiberglass Facilities (TOXC228)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with polyester resin and fiberglass plants. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of Polyester Resin and Fiberglass plants: The following topics will be covered in this course: \n\nPlastics and Plastic Resin Uses\nPlastic Resin Theory/Operation\nAir Pollution Control Devices\nImplementing Regulations\nTypical Permit Conditions\nInspection Procedures\nFederal Regulations\n\nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: \nThere are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal agency staff a $100 registration fee will be charged. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nCourse Materials \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/poly-resin-fiberglass-facilities-toxc228/
LOCATION:Washington Dept of Ecology\, 300 Desmond Drive SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240808T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163509
CREATED:20240216T204851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T235118Z
UID:10000293-1723105800-1723136400@westar.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Boilers (TOXC226)
DESCRIPTION:LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with volatile organic compound control devices. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of gaseous emissions control: The following topics will be covered in this course: \n\nAbsorbers\nAdsorbers\nCondensers\nOxidizers\nProcess descriptions\nRule discussion\nInspection procedures\n\nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: \nThere are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal agency staff a $100 registration fee will be charged. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nCourse Materials \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/industrial-boilers-toxc226-2/
LOCATION:Washington Dept of Ecology\, 300 Desmond Drive SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240216T204332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T021148Z
UID:10000292-1722933000-1723050000@westar.org
SUMMARY:Aggregate\, Hot Mix Asphalt\, & Concrete Batch Facilities (TOXC219)
DESCRIPTION:LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with aggregate\, asphalt\, & concrete batching operations plants. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of Aggregate\, Asphalt\, and Concrete Batching operations: \nThe following topics will be covered in this course: \n\nEmissions and Health Impacts\nAggregate Industry\nAggregate Process\nEngineering Evaluation\nInspection Procedures for Aggregate\, Asphalt and Concrete operation\nConcrete Emissions and Effects\nHot Mix Process and Control\nPermit Requirements\nHealth Impacts\n\nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: \nThere are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal agency staff a $100 registration fee will be charged. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nCourse Materials \nSlide Deck \nTo register log onto EPA’s Knowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/aggregate-hot-mix-asphalt-concrete-batch-facilities-toxc219-2/
LOCATION:Washington Dept of Ecology\, 300 Desmond Drive SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240801T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000078-1722520800-1722524400@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2024-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240209T202348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T171656Z
UID:10000277-1722240000-1722358800@westar.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Air Quality Permitting
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This basic permitting writing training course focuses on the most important air pollution permitting aspects of the Clean Air Act’s mandatory NSR/PSD and Title V permitting programs including sections on operating permit requirements\, permit drafting and analysis\, source monitoring\, compliance and enforcement\, alternative approaches\, and record keeping and resources.  The NSR portion of the course focuses on the treatment of key NSR components (applicability\, BACT\, impact analyses). \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $700. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nCourse Materials \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/introduction-to-air-quality-permitting/
LOCATION:Northern Nevada Public Health\, 1001 E. Ninth Street\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240726T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240209T211303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T215644Z
UID:10000281-1721982600-1722013200@westar.org
SUMMARY:Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Control Devices (TOXC 106)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with volatile organic compound control devices. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of gaseous emissions control: The following topics will be covered in this course: \n\nAbsorbers\nAdsorbers\nCondensers\nOxidizers\nProcess descriptions\nRule discussion\nInspection procedures\n\nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $700. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nCourse Materials \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/volatile-organic-compounds-voc-control-devices-toxc-106/
LOCATION:Montana DEQ – Billings\, 1371 Rimtop Drive\, Billings\, MT\, 59105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240725T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240209T210939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T215740Z
UID:10000280-1721896200-1721926800@westar.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Boilers (TOXC 226)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with industrial boiler operations Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of industrial boilers: \n\nAir Pollution – Why\nBoiler Uses\nBoiler Theory and Operation\nAir Pollution Formation\nAir Pollution Control Devices\nBoiler Regulations\nTypical Permit Conditions\nInspection Procedures\n\nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $100. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nCourse Materials \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/industrial-boilers-toxc-226/
LOCATION:Montana DEQ – Billings\, 1371 Rimtop Drive\, Billings\, MT\, 59105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000138-1721829600-1721833200@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2024-07-24/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240209T210357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T215813Z
UID:10000278-1721721600-1721840400@westar.org
SUMMARY:Petroleum Refining (TOXC 231)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This basic two-day course focuses on air quality and oil and gas facilities\, and intended for permit engineers\, compliance engineers\, and inspectors. \nThe course is designed to provide an overview of Petroleum Refining. The initial section of this course will introduce participants to the terminology\, basic chemistry\, and process related emissions common to petroleum refineries.  Participants will also be introduced to the many New Source Performance Standards (NSPS)\, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) and other air quality regulatory program requirements potentially applicable to a Petroleum Refinery.  This discussion will include the air pollutants of concern and common techniques.  The remainder of the course will focus on the four steps in the refining process – separation\, treatment\, conversion and blending.  In addition\, emissions and the control of air pollutants associated with supporting activities (such as waste water collection and treatment\, tank farms\, and safety flares) will be discussed. \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $100. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nCourse Materials \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge \n 
URL:https://westar.org/event/petroleum-refining-toxc-231/
LOCATION:Montana DEQ – Billings\, 1371 Rimtop Drive\, Billings\, MT\, 59105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240716T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240209T200235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T161025Z
UID:10000275-1721118600-1721304000@westar.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Inspector Training (NACT 355)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Advanced Inspector Training Course focuses on issues and techniques for the more senior inspector to help enhance and improve their inspection techniques and results. This course does not focus on any specific media but covers subject applicable to inspections in all media. The course is intended to provide additional tools to obtain information before\, during\, and after an inspection. The course will present “best practices” for conducting inspections and give the students an opportunity to discuss how these “best practices” apply or not to their own inspections. Each class will have the opportunity to discuss and evaluate specific issues or areas of interest to them. \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $100. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nCourse Materials \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/advanced-inspector-training-nact-355/
LOCATION:Utah DEQ\, 195 N 1950 W\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240704T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000077-1720101600-1720105200@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2024-07-04/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000137-1719410400-1719414000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2024-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240624T230449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T230621Z
UID:10000306-1719405000-1719410400@westar.org
SUMMARY:TSC/WG Co-Chairs Monthly Coordination Call
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Coordination Call with WRAP Technical Steering Committee and WRAP Work Group Co-Chairs \nAgenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/tsc-wg-co-chairs-monthly-coordination-call-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20240216T201708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T204739Z
UID:10000291-1718094600-1718298000@westar.org
SUMMARY:Monitoring Compliance Testing & Source Test Observation
DESCRIPTION:WESTAR’s Training Center will host this training course for state\, local and tribal air quality professional staff working\, or planning to work\, in source testing. \nThis lecture-based course is designed for state\, local and tribal air quality professional whose role is to observe source testing\, evaluate source test methods\, approve test protocols and review source test results as required under various federal and state regulations or as required by issued permits. This class is intended for compliance and field engineers\, scientists and technicians who have responsibility for the above source testing tasks. \nThose completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with source testing and source test methods. This course develops the ability to plan\, guide\, evaluate\, and (after experience on the job) perform source sampling measurements to determine rates of emissions from stationary sources. It clarifies EPA Reference Methods 1 to 4\, and Method 5. The course develops knowledge of the equipment employed\, understanding of why the prescribed methods are established\, and ability to perform the calibrations and calculations which are a part of the reference methods. \nTo ensure that the source test methods utilized to demonstrate compliance are performed according to EPA guidelines\, both agency and industrial personnel will be required to observe stack tests to document that compliance with the methodology is being achieved. This will mean that an observer must be intimately familiar with numerous stack test methods\, each one with its own particular operation. \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 45 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: \nThere are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal agency staff a $1\,000 registration fee will be charged. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nCourse Materials \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/monitoring-compliance-testing-source-test-observation-2/
LOCATION:South Coast AQMD\, 21865 Copley Drive\, Diamond Bar\, CA\, 91765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T163510
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000076-1717682400-1717686000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR