AQ_F_0400034_20200220_PRMT_Permit

ROY COOPER �f'<
Governor 17
MICHAEL S.REGAN
Secretary -
MICHAEL ABRACZINSKAS
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
February 20,2020
Mr.Matt Hanks
General Manager
Valley Proteins,Inca—Wadesboro Division
PO Box 718
Wadesboro,North Carolina,28170
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 06467T20
Facility ID: 0400034
Valley Proteins,Inc.—Wadesboro Division
Wadesboro
Anson County
Fee Class: Title V
PSD Status:Minor
Dear Mr.Hanks:
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for administrative
amendment of your Title V permit received January 30, 2020, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality
Permit No. 06467T20 to Valley Proteins, Inc., 656 Little Duncan Road, Wadesboro, North Carolina
authorizing the construction and operation,of the emission source(s)and associated air pollution control
device(s) specified herein. Additionally, any emissions activities determined from your Air Quality
Permit Application as being insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 02Q .0503(8)
have been listed for informational purposes as an "ATTACHMENT." Please note the requirements for
the annual compliance certification are contained in General Condition P in Section 3.The current owner
is responsible for submitting a compliance certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the
facility during the year.
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review, understand, and
abide by all of the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure
that any person who operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject
to any term or condition of the attached permit reviews,understands, and abides by the condition(s)
of the attached permit that are applicable to that particular emission source.
If any parts,requirements,or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable to
you,you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of this
permit, identifying the specific issues to be contested. This hearing request must be in the form of a
written petition, conforming to NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) 15013-23, and filed with both
the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714
and the Division of Air Quality,Permitting Section, 1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina
27699-1641. The form for requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing may be obtained upon request from
Q!� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Air Quality
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217 West Jones Street 11641 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641
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919.707.8400

Mr. Hanks
February 20,2020
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the Office of Administrative Hearings. Please note that this permit will be stayed in its entirety upon
receipt of the request for a hearing unless a request for a hearing is made pursuant to NCGS 150B-23,
this Air Quality Permit shall be final and binding 30 days after issuance.
You may request modification of your Air Quality Permit through informal means pursuant to
NCGS 150B-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and must identify the specific
provisions or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that this Air Quality Permit will
become final and binding regardless of a request for informal modification unless a request for a hearing
is also made under NCGS 150B-23.
The construction of new air pollution emission source(s) and associated air pollution control
device(s),or modifications to the emission source(s)and air pollution control device(s)described in this
permit must be covered under an Air Quality Permit issued by the Division of Air Quality prior to
construction unless the Permittee has fulfilled the requirements of GS 143-215-108A(b) and received
written approval from the Director of the Division of Air Quality to commence construction. Failure to
receive an Air Quality Permit or written approval prior to commencing construction is a violation of GS
143-215.108A and may subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in GS 143-
215.114A and 143-215.114B.
Anson County has not triggered increment tracking under PSD for any pollutants,so no tracking
is required.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from February 20, 2020 until December 31, 2024 is
nontransferable to future owners and operators, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein.
Should you have any questions concerning this matter,please contact please contact Ms. Jenny
Sheppard at(919)707-8727 or email jenny.sheppardAncderingov..
Sincerely yours,
A4, 9 �k�
William D.Willets,P.E.,Chief,Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality,NCDEQ
Enclosure
c: Kelly Fortin,EPA Region 4
Fayetteville Regional Office
Central Files
Connie Horne(Cover letter only)

Air Quality Permit No.06467T20
Valley Proteins,Inc.-
Wadesboro Facility
Insignificant Activities under 15A NCAC 02Q .0503(8)
Emission Source I.D. Emission Source Description
IE-21.1,IE-21.2,and IE- One load-out operation consisting of two truck loadout bays in a in a building open on
21.3 two ends with tractor trailer truck overhead doors,and one railcar loadout open to the
atmosphere.
IE24.1,IE-24.2,and IE- One grinding operation consisting of three(3)hammermill/shaker screen systems in a
24.3 building open on two ends with tractor trailer truck overhead doors
IE-25 Chlorine dioxide generation and delivery system
IE-26 HIVAC system
1. Because an activity is insignificant does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable requirement
or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating compliance with any applicable
requirement.
2. When applicable,emissions from stationary source activities identified above shall be included in determining
compliance with the permit requirements for toxic air pollutants under 15A NCAC 02D.1100"Control of
Toxic Air Pollutants"or 02Q.0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit".
3. For additional information regarding the applicability of GACT see the DAQ page titled"The Regulatory Guide
for Insignificant Activities/Permits Exempt Activities".The link to this site is as follows:
htin_//da.Li.state.nc.us/ ermits/insi 2/

ATTACHMENT
Air Quality Permit No.06467T20
Valley Proteins,Inc.-
Wadesboro Facility
The following chan es were made to the Valley Proteins Inc.Air Permit No.06467T19:
Page(s) Section Descr' bon of Chan e s
All All U dated ermit number and date
3 thru 4 1 Remove reference to DuPont ActXone ZA300H Sand replaced with"a
sulfate-based odor oxidizing solution"
6 thru 12 2.1 A Corrected typos in paragraphs 2.1 A.2.c and 2.1 A.3.a and c.
rlTihml-5 2.1 B Corrected error in 2.1 B.l.c.
16 thru 18 2.2 A Corrected language and references.Remove DuPont ActXone references
and re laced with"a sulfate-based odor oxidizing solution"

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Nvri TH CAROLJNA '"�
DeparhTwM Division of Air Quality
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date Expiration Date
06467T20 06467T19 February 20, 2020 December 31,2024
Until such time as this permit expires or is modified or revoked,the below named Permittee is permitted to construct and
operate the emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)specified herein,in accordance with the terms,
conditions, and limitations within this permit. This permit is issued under the provisions of Article 21B of Chapter 143,
General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and Title 15A North Carolina Administrative Codes (15A NCAC),
Subchapters 02D and 02Q,and other applicable Laws.
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC, Subchapter 02Q,the Permittee shall not construct,operate,or modify any emission source(s)
or air pollution control device(s)without having first submitted a complete Air Quality Permit Application to the permitting
authority and received an Air Quality Permit,except as provided in this permit.
Permittee: Valley Proteins, Inc. — Wadesboro
Division
Facility ID: 0400034
Facility Site Location: 656 Little Duncan Road
City,County,State,Zip: Wadesboro,Anson County,North Carolina 28170
Mailing Address: PO Box 718
City, State,Zip: Wadesboro,North Carolina 28170
Application Number: 0400034.20A
Complete Application Date: January 30,2020
Primary SIC Code: 2048,2077
Division of Air Quality, Fayetteville Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 225 Green St, Suite 714
Fayetteville,North Carolina 28301
Permit issued this the 20ffi day of February, 2020
4
William D. Willets,P.E., Chief,Air Permitting Section
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Table Of Contents
SECTION 1: PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S)AND ASSOCIATED
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S)AND APPURTENANCES
SECTION 2: SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1-Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements,testing,monitoring,recordkeeping, and
reporting requirements)
2.2 -Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements,testing,monitoring,recordkeeping, and
reporting requirements)
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms

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SECTION 1- PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE (S) AND ASSOCIATED AIR
POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE (S) AND APPURTENANCES
The followinw table contains a summary of all permitted emission sources and associated air ollution control devices and a urtenances:
Page Emission Control
No. Source Emission Source Description Device Control Device Description
ID No. ID No.
3-7,9 B-1 and Two natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No.6 fuel
10,13 B-2 oil/On Specification recycled No.4
14,16 GACT equivalent fuel oil/saleable fat-fired N/A N/A
19 JJJJJJ boilers(33.0 million Btu per hour heat
input rate each)
3-10 B-3 One natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/saleable fat
13,14 NSPS De -fired boiler(48.4 million Btu per hour N/A N/A
16 GACT heat input)
JJJJJJ
3,5-7 B-4 One natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel
9,10 GACT oil/On Specification recycled No.4
19 JJJJJJ equivalent fuel oil/saleable fat-fired N/A N/A
boiler(33.5 million Btu per hour heat
input)
3,5-7 B-5 One natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel
9,10 GACT oil/On Specification recycled No.4
19 JJJJJJ equivalent fuel oil/saleable fat-fired N/A N/A
boiler(29.3 million Btu per hour heat
input)
3,13 Feather and Blood Rendering process
14,16 consisting of:
E6 One rotary steam tube dryer C-5 One air cooled condenser in series with
E9 One feather hydrolyser C-1 One venturi scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 9 psig)
C-2 with a
venting to Mist eliminator
either
CY-1 One cyclone(60 inch diameter)with a
CM-1 Mist eliminator in series with a
B-1 to B-3 combination of three natural gas/fuel oil
or /saleable fat-fired boilers
C-4 One packed tower scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 3 psig)
E10 One feather press C-3 One venturi scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 5 psig)in
CA series with
One packed tower scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 3 psig)
3,13
14,16 E1 Rendering process consisting of: C-6 One air cooled condenser
One three stage slurry system evaporative in series with
condenser cooker with post heater forced C-1 One venturi scrubber(minimum
circulation chamber on I"stage scrubber liquid inlet pressure 9 psig)
C-2 with a
venting to Mist eliminator
either One cyclone(60 inch diameter)with a
4,13 CY-1 Mist eliminator in series with a

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Page Emission Control
No. Source Emission Source Description Device Control Device Description
ID No. ID No.
14,16 CM-1 combination of three(3)natural gas/fuel
B-1 to B-3 oil/saleable fat-fired boilers
or One packed tower scrubber(minimum
C-4 scrubber liquid inlet pressure 3 psig)
E18 One fluidizer tank C-3 One venturi scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 5 psig)in
C-4 series with
One packed tower scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 3psig)
4,13 C-7 One air cooled condenser
14,16 in series with
C-1 One venturi scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 9 psig)in
E7 One 320U cooker C-2 series with a Mist eliminator
venting to
either One cyclone(60 inch diameter)with a
CY-1 Mist eliminator in series with a
CM-1 combination of three natural gas/fuel
B-1 to B-3 oil/saleable fat-fired boilers
or One packed tower scrubber(minimum
C-4 scrubber liquid inlet pressure 3 psig)
E8 Press/centrifuge process C-3 One venturi scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 5 psig)in
C-4 series with
One packed tower scrubber(minimum
scrubber liquid inlet pressure 3psig)
4,16 E22 Plant room air system C-8 One,two stage,cross-flow type wet
scrubber,minimum scrubber liquid inlet
pressure 13 psig with mist eliminator,
utilizing chlorine dioxide or a sulfate-
based odor oxidizi2a solution.

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SECTION 2 - SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1 - Emission Source(s) and Control Devices(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
The emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances listed below are subject to the
following specific terms, conditions, and limitations, including the testing,monitoring,recordkeeping, and reporting
requirements as specified herein:
A. Two natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil/On Specification recycled No. 4 equivalent fuel
oil/saleable fat-fired boilers (ID Nos.B-1 and B-2),
One natural gas/No.2 fuel off/saleable fat-fired boiler(ID No.B-3),
One natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil/On Specification recycled No. 4 equivalent fuel
off/saleable fat-fired boiler(11)No.B-4)
One natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil/On Specification recycled No. 4 equivalent fuel
of/saleable fat-fired boiler(ID No.B-5)
The following table provides a summwy of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate Matter 0.367 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D.0503
(ID Nos.B-1 and B-2),and
0.318 pounds per million Btu heat input(ID No.B-3)
0.30 pounds per million Btu heat input(ID No.B-4)
0.28 pounds per million Btu heat in gut f ID No.B-5
Sulfur Dioxide Natural gas 15A NCAC 02D.0516
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)
No.6 fuel oil
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5)
Saleable fat
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)
On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5)
No.2 fuel oil
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5 y
No.2 fuel oil 15A NCAC 02D.0524
0.5 percent sulfur content fuel oil(ID No.B-3) (40 CFR Part 60 Subpart Dc)
Fuel oil/On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel 02Q.0317 Avoidance
oil/saleable fat and natural gas firing conditions for 15A NCAC 02D
Less than 250 tons per consecutive(12)month period .0530
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)
Fuel oil/On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel 15A NCAC 02D.0501 (e)
oil/saleable fat and natural gas firing
Less than 3,644.49 lbs per day
ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5 1

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Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Toxic Air Pollutants See Section 2.2.13 State enforceable only,applies to boilers 02Q.0317 Avoidance
B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5 Condition for 15A NCAC 02D
.1100
Carbon Monoxide Fuel oil/On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel 02Q.0317 Avoidance
off/saleable fat and natural gas firing conditions for 15A NCAC 02D
Less than 250 tons per consecutive(12)month period .0530
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3 B-4,and B-5).
Visible Emissions Natural gas firing 15A NCAC 02D.0521
20 percent opacity(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)
No.6 fuel oil
20 percent opacity(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5)
Saleable fat
20 percent opacity(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)
On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil
20 percent opacity(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5)
No.2 fuel oil
20 percent opacity ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4 and B-5
Visible Emissions No.2 fuel oil 15A NCAC 02D.0524
20 percent opacity(ID No.B-3) (40 CFR Part 60 Subpart Dc)
Hazardous Air 40 CFR Part 63—Subpart JJJJJJ NESHAP for Area 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I
Pollutants Sources:Industrial,Commercial,and Institutional Boilers (40 CFR Part 63 Subpart JJJJJJ)
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No.6 fuel oil/on specification recycled
No.4 fuel oil/saleable fat that are discharged from these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)into the atmosphere
shall not exceed 0.367 pounds per million Btu heat input(ID Nos.B-1 and B-2);0.318 pounds per million Btu heat input
(ID No.B-3);0.30 pounds per million Btu heat input(ID No.B-4),and 0.28 pounds per million Btu heat input(ID No.
B-5).
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.1.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeeuing/Renorting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas/No. 2 fuel
oil/No.6 fuel oil/On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil/saleable fat in these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,
B-4,and B-5).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3(while firing natural gas and saleable fat only),
B-4,and B-5)shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur
in fuels,wastes,ores,and other substances shall be included when determining compliance with this standard.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.If the results
of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitor' ecordkee in [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas,No.2 fuel
oil or saleable fat by these boilers (ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3(while firing natural gas and saleable fat only),B-4,and
B-5).
d. The maximum sulfur content of any No. 6 fuel oil received and fired in the boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5)
shall not exceed 2.1 percent by weight,and the maximum sulfur content of the On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent

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fuel oil shall not exceed 2.0 percent by weight.The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0516 if the sulfur content of the fuel oil exceeds this limit.
e. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content of the On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent
fuel oil and No.6 fuel oil by using fuel oil supplier certification per shipment received. The results of the fuel oil supplier
certifications shall be recorded on a quarterly basis and include the following information:
i. The name of the fuel oil supplier(s);
ii. The maximum sulfur content of the No. 6 and On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil received during
the quarter;
iii. The method used to determine the maximum sulfur content of the No. 6 and On Specification recycled No. 4
equivalent fuel oil;and
iv. A certified statement signed by the responsible official that the records of the No.6 and On Specification recycled
No. 4 equivalent fuel oil supplier certification(s) submitted represent all of the On Specification recycled No. 4
equivalent fuel oil and No.6 fuel oil combusted during the reporting period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0516 if the sulfur content of the No.6 and On
Specification recycled No.4 equivalent oil is not monitored and recorded.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping requirements for No. 6 and On
Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil given in Sections 2.1 A.2.d and a above postmarked on or before January
30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar
year for the preceding sic-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of
this permit must be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these boilers (ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3(while firing natural gas and saleable fat only),B-4,and
B-5)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period. However,six-minute averaging
periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In
no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results
of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas,No.2 fuel oil or
saleable fat in these boilers (ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3(while firing natural gas and saleable fat only),B-4,and B-5).
d. To ensure compliance,once a day,the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,
B-4 and B-5)while firing No.6 fuel oil,On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil,No.2 fuel oil,and saleable
fat for any visible emissions above normal. The daily observation must be made for each day of the calendar year period
to ensure compliance with this requirement. The Permittee shall be allowed three (3) days of absent observations per
semi-annual period.If visible emissions from these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4 and B-5)are observed to be above
normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the monitoring period
and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with 15A NCAC
02D.2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a.above.
The Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521 if the required daily observations are
not conducted as required;if the above-normal emissions are not corrected within the monitoring period or the percent
opacity demonstration cannot be made.
Recordkeepiin [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available
to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. The date and time of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. The results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521 if these records are not maintained.

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Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. When firing No.6 fuel oil,On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil,No.2 fuel oil,and saleable fat from these
sources,the Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Sections
2.1 A.3.d. and a above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period
between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and
June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
4. 15A NCAC 02D.0524:NSPS 40 CFR PART 60 SUBPART Dc
a. For boiler(ID No.B-3), the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, including the notification, testing,
reporting,recordkeeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard
15A NCAC 02D .0524, "New Source Performance Standards (NSPS)" as promulgated in 40 CFR 60, Subpart Dc,
including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Emission Limitations[15A NCAC 02D.0524]
b. The maximum sulfur content of any fuel oil received and burned in this boiler(ID No.B-3)shall not exceed 0.5 percent
by weight.These fuel oil sulfur limits apply at all times, including periods of startup, shutdown,and malfunction. [40
CFR 60.42c(d),40 CFR 60.42c(i)]
c. Visible emissions from this boiler(ID No.B-3) shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-
minute period, except for one six-minute period per hour of not more than 27 percent opacity. The opacity standards
apply at all times,except during periods of startup,shutdown,or malfunction. [40 CFR 60.43c(c)and 60.43c(d)]
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.4.b and c above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 02D.0524.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. To ensure compliance with the fuel sulfur limit in Section 2.1 A.4.b,above,the Permittee shall retain a copy of the fuel
supplier certification for any fuel oil fired in this boiler(ID No.B-3). The fuel supplier certification shall include the
following information:
i. The name of the oil supplier;
ii. The sulfur content of the oil(in%by weight);and
iii. A statement from the oil supplier that the oil complies with the specification under the definition of distillate oil in
40 CFR 60.41c.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 if the sulfur content of the oil exceeds the
limit provided in Section 2.1 A.Lb,above,or if fuel supplier certifications are not retained as described above. [40 CFR
60.46c(e),40 CFR 60.48c(f)(1)]
f. To ensure compliance and effective operation of the boilers,the Permittee shall observe,on a weekly basis,the
emission point for the boiler(ID No.B-3)for any visible emissions above normal. If visible emissions are observed
to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 or
ii. demonstrate that the visible emissions from the emission point for boiler(ID No.B-3),in accordance with 40
CFR 60.43c,40 CFR 60.45c,and 15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)(8),do not exceed 20 percent opacity.
If the demonstrations in(ii)above cannot be made,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0524.
Recordkee [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f In addition to any other recordkeeping required by 40 CFR §60.48c or recordkeeping requirements of the EPA, the
Permittee shall record and maintain records of the amounts of No.2 fuel oil fired in this boiler(ID No.B-3)during each
month. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0524 if these records are not maintained.
[40 CFR 60.48c(g)(2)]
g. The Permittee shall maintain records of fuel oil supplier certifications as specified in Section 2.1 A.4.e, above. The
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 if records of fuel sulfur content monitoring are
not maintained.[40 CFR 60.48c(e)(11),(f)(1)]
h. The Permittee shall maintain records of any occurrence and duration of any startup, shutdown, or malfunction in the
operation of this boiler(ID No.B-3).The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0524 if
the records of startups,shutdowns,and malfunctions are not maintained.[40 CFR 60.7(b)]

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j. All records required shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of two years following the date of such record.The
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 if the records are not maintained for the duration
of 2 years. [40 CFR 60.48c(i)]
Reaortins[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
k. In addition to any other reporting required by 40 CFR 60.48c or notification requirements to the EPA,the Permittee shall
submit a semiannual summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities in Sections 2.1 A.4.e through j above
postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December
and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. The summary report
shall include the following information:
i. Fuel supplier certification(s)for distillate fuel oil,as provided in Section 2.1 A.4.g of this permit.
ii. A certified statement signed by the Permittee that the records of fuel supplier certification(s)submitted represent all
of the fuel fired in this boiler(ID No.B-3)during the semiannual reporting period.
iii. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
5. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCAC 02D.0530:PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT
DETERIORATION
a. In order to avoid applicability of 15A NCAC 02D.0530(g),these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)shall
discharge into the atmosphere less than 250 tons of sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide per consecutive 12-month period.
Testine[15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)(3)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance General Condition JJ.If the results of this
test are above the limits given in Section 2.1 A.5.a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0503.
Monitorin ecordkee i [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. The use of all fuels in these boilers(ID.Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)shall be limited such that sulfur dioxide and
carbon monoxide emissions are less than 250 tons for any twelve-month period:
d. The following parameters each month shall be measured and recorded in a logbook(written or in electronic format):
i. The amount of natural gas used in the boilers in cubic feet,
ii. The amount of No.6 fuel oil used in the boilers,in gallons,and the percent sulfur in the No.6 fuel oil,
iii. The amount of No.2 fuel oil used in the boilers,in gallons,and the percent sulfur in the No.2(distillate)fuel oil,
iv. The amount of saleable fat used in the boilers,in gallons,and
v. The amount of On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil used in the boilers,in gallons, and the percent
sulfur in the On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil.
e. Each month calculations shall be performed and recorded to determine the actual sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide
emissions.For natural gas,No.2(distillate)fuel oil,On Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil,and No.6 fuel
oil actual emissions shall be based on the most current AP-42 emission factors for these fuels. For saleable fat use an
emission factor of 0.0170 pound per million Btu heat input for carbon monoxide and 0.0180 pound per million Btu for
sulfur dioxide.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530 if the above records are not kept or if the
sulfur dioxide and/or carbon monoxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.1 A.5.a.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Sections 2.1 A.5.c.
through a above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between
July and December, and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and.June.
The report shall contain the following:
i. The monthly sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide emissions for the previous 17 months. The emissions must be
calculated for each of the 12-month periods over the previous 17 months;
ii. The monthly quantities of each fuel consumed for the previous 17 months;and
iii. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
6. 15A NCAC 02D.0501(e): COMPLIANCE WITH NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS
a. Daily emissions of sulfur dioxide shall not exceed 3,644.49 pounds per day. [15A NCAC 02D.0501 (e)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0501(e)if the emission limit in 2.1 A.6 a is
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b. The use of fuels in these boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5)shall be limited such that sulfur dioxide emissions
are less than 3,644.49 pounds per day.
c. The daily average shall be determined from the actual sulfur dioxide monthly emissions determined from Section 2.1A.5.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0501(e)if these records are not kept or if
any exceedances of the limits in Section 2.1 A.6.a above are determined.
ReportinE
d. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Sections 2.1 A.6.b.
and c above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July
and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All
instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
7. 15A NCAC 02D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.11193,63.11194(a)(1),(b),63.11200(c)]
a. For these boilers(ED Nos.B-1,B-2,B-3,B-4,and B-5),the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,
including the notification,testing,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management
Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D.1111,"Maximum Achievable Control Technology"as promulgated in 40
CFR 63,Subpart JJJJJJ,"National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area Sources:Industrial,
Commercial,and Institutional Boilers",including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Definitions and Nomenclature
b. For the purposes of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.11237 shall
apply.
General Provisions[40 CFR 63.11235]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the General Provisions as applicable pursuant to Table 8 of 40 CFR 63 Subpart
JJJJJJ.
Compliance Dates
d. The Permittee shall achieve compliance with the initial tune up and energy assessment requirements no later than
March 21,2014. [40 CFR 63.11196(a)(1),(a)(3),63.11210(c)]
Notification of Compliance Status[40 CFR 63.11225)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a Notification of Compliance Status no later than July 19,2014.
i. The Notification of Compliance Status must be signed by a responsible official and include the following
certifications of compliance:
(A) "This facility complies with the requirements in 40 CFR 63.11214(i.e.,Section 2.1 A.7.g)to conduct an
initial tune-up of the boiler."
(B) "This facility has had an energy assessment of the boiler and its energy use systems performed according to
Table 2 to this subpart(i.e.,Section 2.1 A.71)and that the assessment is an accurate depiction of the
facility at the time of the assessment or that the maximum number of on-site technical hours specified in
the definition of energy assessment applicable to the facility has been expended."
(C) "No secondary materials that are solid waste were combusted in any affected unit."
ii. The notification must be also submitted electronically using the Compliance and Emissions Data Reporting
Interface(CEDRI)that is accessed through EPA's Central Data Exchange(CDX)(www.epa.gov/cdx).
However,if the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at the time that the report is
due,the written Notification of Compliance Status must be submitted to the Administrator at the appropriate
address listed in 40 CFR 63.13.
iii. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in Section 2.1
A.7.e are not met.
General Compliance Requirements[15A NCAC 002Q .0508(b)]
f. At all times the Permittee shall operate and maintain any affected source,including associated air pollution control
equipment and monitoring equipment,in a manner consistent with safety and good air pollution control practices for
minimizing emissions.The general duty to minimize emissions does not require the Permittee to make any further
efforts to reduce emissions if levels required by this standard have been achieved.Determination of whether such
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that may include,but is not limited to,monitoring results,review of operation and maintenance procedures,review
of operation and maintenance records,and inspection of the source. [40 CFR 63.11205(a)]The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if these requirements are not met.
Performance Tune-up Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(b)]
g. The Permittee shall conduct an initial tune-up of the boiler and subsequent tune-ups biennially.
i. Each biennial tune-up shall be conducted no more than 25 months after the previous tune-up.
ii. The Permittee shall conduct the tune-ups while burning the type of fuel(or fuels in the case of boilers that
routinely burn two types of fuels at the same time)that provided the majority of the heat input to the boiler over
the 12 months prior to the tune-up.
iii. The tune-ups shall be conducted according to the following procedures:
(A) As applicable,inspect the burner,and clean or replace any components of the burner as necessary(you may
delay the burner inspection until the next scheduled unit shutdown,not to exceed 36 months from the
previous inspection).Units that produce electricity for sale may delay the burner inspection until the first
outage,not to exceed 36 months from the previous inspection.
(B) Inspect the flame pattern,as applicable,and adjust the burner as necessary to optimize the flame pattern.
The adjustment should be consistent with the manufacturer's specifications,if available.
(C) Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,as applicable,and ensure that it is correctly calibrated
and functioning properly(you may delay the inspection until the next scheduled unit shutdown,not to
exceed 36 months from the previous inspection).Units that produce electricity for sale may delay the
inspection until the first outage,not to exceed 36 months from the previous inspection.
(D) Optimize total emissions of CO.This optimization should be consistent with the manufacturer's
specifications,if available,and with any nitrogen oxide requirement to which the unit is subject.
(E) Measure the concentrations in the effluent stream of CO in parts per million,by volume,and oxygen in
volume percent,before and after the adjustments are made(measurements may be either on a dry or wet
basis,as long as it is the same basis before and after the adjustments are made).Measurements may be
taken using a portable CO analyzer.
(F) If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up,the tune-up must be conducted within 30 days
of startup.
[40 CFR 63.11201(b),Table 2,40 CFR 63.11223(a),(b)]
iv. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in Section 2.1
A.7.g are not met.
Energy Assessment Requirement [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(b)]
h. The Permittee shall conduct a one-time energy assessment performed by a qualified energy assessor.The energy
assessment must include the following items,with the extent of the evaluation for items(i)to(iv)appropriate for the
on-site technical hours listed in 40 CFR 63.11237:
i. A visual inspection of the boiler system,
ii. An evaluation of operating characteristics of the affected boiler systems,specifications of energy use systems,
operating and maintenance procedures,and unusual operating constraints,
iii. An inventory of major energy use systems consuming energy from affected boiler(s)and which are under
control of the boiler owner or operator,
iv. A review of available architectural and engineering plans,facility operation and maintenance procedures and
logs,and fuel usage,
v. A list of major energy conservation measures that are within the facility's control,
vi. A list of the energy savings potential of the energy conservation measures identified,and
vii. A comprehensive report detailing the ways to improve efficiency,the cost of specific improvements,benefits,
and the time frame for recouping those investments.
[40 CFR 63.11201(b),Table 2]
viii.The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in section 2.1
A.7.h are not met.
Recordkee i [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
i. The Permittee shall maintain the following records:
i. As required in 40 CFR 63.1 0(b)(2)(xiv),the Permittee shall keep a copy of each notification and report that was
submitted to comply with this rule and all documentation supporting any Notification of Compliance Status that
was submitted.
ii. The Permittee shall maintain on-sire and submit,if requested by the Administrator,a report containing the
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(A) The concentrations of CO in the effluent stream in parts per million,by volume,and oxygen in volume
percent,measured at high fire or typical operating load,before and after the tune-up of the boiler.
(B) A description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the tune-up of the boiler.
(C) The type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the tune-up of the boiler,but only if the unit
was physically and legally capable of using more than one type of fuel during that period.Units sharing a
fuel meter may estimate the fuel use by each unit.
iii. The Permittee shall keep the following records to document conformance with the applicable requirements:
(A) Records must identify each boiler,the date of tune-up,the procedures followed for tune-up,and the
manufacturer's specifications to which the boiler was tuned.
(B) The Permittee shall keep a copy of each boiler energy assessment report.
(C) Records of the occurrence and duration of each malfunction of the boiler or of the associated air pollution
control and monitoring equipment.
(D) Records of actions taken during periods of malfunction to minimize emissions in accordance with the
general duty to minimize emissions in Section 2.1 A.71,including corrective actions to restore the
malfunctioning boiler,air pollution control,or monitoring equipment to its normal or usual manner of
operation.
(E) For operating units that combust non-hazardous secondary materials(e.g.saleable fat)that have been
determined not to be solid waste pursuant to 40 CFR 241.3(b)(1),the Permittee shall keep a record which
documents how the secondary material meets each of the legitimacy criteria under 40 CFR 241.3(d)(1).If
you combust a fuel(e.g. saleable fat)that has been processed from a discarded non-hazardous secondary
material pursuant to 40 CFR 241.3(b)(4),you must keep records as to how the operations that produced the
fuel satisfies the definition of processing in 40 CFR 241.2 and each of the legitimacy criteria in 40 CFR
241.3(d)(1).If the fuel(e.g.,saleable fat)received a non-waste determination pursuant to the petition
process submitted under 40 CFR 241.3(c),you must keep a record that documents how the fuel satisfies the
requirements of the petition process.For operating units that combust non-hazardous secondary materials
as fuel per 40 CFR 241.4,you must keep records documenting that the material is a listed non-waste under
40 CFR 241.4(a).
[40 CFR 63.11225(c),63.11223(b)(6)]
iv. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if the requirements in Section 2.1
A.7.i are not met.
j. The records must be in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review.The Permittee shall keep each
record for 5 years following the date of each recorded action.The Permittee shall keep each record on-site or be
accessible from a central location by computer or other means that instantly provide access at the site for at least 2
years after the date of each recorded action.The Permittee may keep the records off site for the remaining 3 years.
[40 CFR 63.11225(d)]The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if these
requirements are not met.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
k. The reporting requirements of 40 CFR 63.11225(b)shall be met by complying with General Condition P of Section
3 of this permit.The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.I I I I if these reporting
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B. Feather and Blood Rendering process including:
a) One feather hydrolyser(ID No.E9),
b) One rotary steam tube dryer(ID No.E6)controlled by:
One air-cooled condenser (ID No. C5) in series with one venturi scrubber (ID No. C1) with a
mist eliminator (ID No. C2) in series with either one cyclone (ID No. CY1) with a mist
eliminator(ID No. CM1)in series with a combination of three natural gas/fuel oil/saleable fat
fired boilers (ID Nos.B-1,B-2, and B-3) or packed tower scrubber(ID No. C4)
c) One feather press (ID No. E10) controlled by a venturi scrubber (ID No. C3) in series with a
packed tower scrubber(ID No. C4)
Rendering process including:
a) One three stage slurry system evaporative condenser cooker with post heater forced
circulation chamber(ID No.El) controlled by:
One air-cooled condenser(ID No. C6)in series with one venturi scrubber
(ID No. Cl)with a mist eliminator (ID No. C2) in series with either one cyclone(ID No. CY1)
with a mist eliminator (ID No. CM1) in series with a combination of three natural gas/fuel
oil/saleable fat fired boilers (ID Nos.B-1,B-2, and B-3)or packed tower scrubber(ID No. C4)
b) One fluidization tank(ID No.E18) controlled by a venturi scrubber(ID No. C3)in series with
a packed tower scrubber(ID No.C4)
c) One 320U cooker(ID No.E7) controlled by:
One air-cooled condenser(ID No.C7)in series with one venturi scrubber(ID No.C1)in series
with one mist eliminator(ID No.C2)in series with either one cyclone(ID No.CY1)with a mist
eliminator(ID No. CM1)in series with a combination of three natural gas/fuel oil/saleable fat
fired boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2, and B-3) or packed tower scrubber(ID No. C4)
d) Press/centrifuge process (ID No.E8) controlled by:
Venturi scrubber(ID No. C3)in series with packed tower scrubber(ID No. C4)
The following table provides a summ<irl of limits and standards for the emission source(s)describe above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate matter E=4.IOP 1.61 15A NCAC 02D.0515
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight rate in tons per hour
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D.0521
Odor See section 2.2 A 15A NCAC 02D.0539
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from this source shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following
equation:
E=4.10xP0.67
Where: E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 B. 1.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
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Monitor' ecordkee i [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from these sources(ID Nos.E9,E6,E10,El,E18,E7,and E8)shall be controlled by the
air cooled condensers,venturi scrubbers,packed bed scrubbers,mist eliminators,cyclones,and boilers(operating as
thermal oxidizers)(ID Nos.C5,Cl,C3,C4,C2,CYl,CMl,B-1,B-2,and B-3). To ensure that optimum control
efficiency is maintained,the Permittee shall perform monthly inspections on the air cooled condensers,venturi
scrubbers,packed tower scrubber,mist eliminators,and semi-annual inspections on the boilers and perform
maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance
recommendations,or if there are no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,as a minimum,
the inspection and maintenance requirement must include the following:
i. an inspection of each control device's structural integrity;
ii. visual inspection of the system ductwork,and material collection unit for leaks,
iii. an inspection of spray nozzles for the scrubbers,
iv. an inspection of the primary heat exchangers;and
v. visual inspection of the inlet/outlet valves for structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0515 if air cooled condensers, venturi
scrubbers, packed bed scrubbers, mist eliminators, cyclone, boilers (operating as thermal oxidizers) and associated
ductwork are not inspected and maintained.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. The date and time of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each respective monthly/semi-annual inspection;
iii. The results of any maintenance performed on the control devices;and
iv. Any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on control devices within 30 days of a written
request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Sections 2.1 B.1.c.and
d.above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and
December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances
of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period.
However,six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not more than four
times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent opacity.
Testing[15ANCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results of
this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 B.2.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance, once a day the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources for any visible
emissions above normal. The daily observation must be made for each day of the calendar year period to ensure
compliance with this requirement.The Permittee shall be allowed three(3)days of absent observations per semi-annual
period.If visible emissions from this source are observed to be above normal,the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions within the monitoring period and record the action
taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with 15A NCAC
02D.2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 B.2.a.above.
The Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521 if the required daily observations are
not conducted as required;if the above-normal emissions are not corrected within the monitoring period or the percent
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Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available
to an authorized representative upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. The date and time of each recorded action;
I The results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. The results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0521 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping activities given in Sections 2.1 13.2.c.
and d above postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July
and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All
instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2.2 - Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
STATE-ONLY REQUIREMENT:
A. 15A NCAC 02D .0539: ODOR CONTROL OF FEED INGREDIENT MANUFACTURING
PLANTS
Any device, machine, equipment, or other contrivance used to process material for the production of feed-grade animal
proteins or feed-grade saleable fats and oils,except for any portions that are engaged exclusively in the process of food for
human consumption,shall be operated in compliance with the requirements below.
These sources include,but are not limited to the following:
(1) Plant Room Air System (ID No. E22) controlled by one, two-stage cross flow type wet scrubber, minimum
scrubber liquid inlet flow pressure 13 psig,(ID No.C8 with mist eliminator,utilizing chlorine dioxide),
(2) Feather and Blood Rendering process including:
a) One feather hydrolyser(ID No.E9)
b) One rotary steam tube dryer(11)No.E6)controlled by:
One air-cooled condenser(ID No.C5)in series with one venturi scrubber(ID No.Cl)with a mist eliminator
(ID No.C2)in series with either one cyclone(ID No.CYl)with a mist eliminator(ID No.CMl)in series with
a combination of three natural gas/fuel oil/saleable fat fired boilers (ID Nos. B-1,B-2, and B-3) or packed
tower scrubber(ID No.C4)
c) One feather press(ID No.E10)controlled by a venturi scrubber(ID No. C3)in series with a packed tower
scrubber(ID No.C4)
(3)Rendering process including:
a) One three stage slurry system evaporative condenser cooker with post heater forced circulation chamber(ID
No.El)controlled by:
One air-cooled condenser(ID No.C6)in series with one venturi scrubber
(ID No. Cl)with a mist eliminator (ID No. C2)in series with either one cyclone (ID No. CYl)with a mist
eliminator(11D No. CMl)in series with a combination of three natural gas/fuel oil/saleable fat fired boilers
(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,and B-3)or packed tower scrubber(ID No.C4)
b) One fluidization tank(ID No.E18)controlled by a venturi scrubber(ID No.C3)in series with a packed tower
scrubber(ID No.C4)
c) One 320U cooker(ID No.E7)controlled by:
One air-cooled condenser(ID No.C7)in series with one venturi scrubber(ID No.Cl)in series with one mist
eliminator(ID No.C2)in series with either one cyclone(ID No.CYl)with a mist eliminator(iD No.CMl)in
series with a combination of three natural gas/fuel oil/saleable fat fired boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,and B-3)or
packed tower scrubber(ID No.C4)
d) Press/centrifuge process(ID No.E8)controlled by:
Venturi scrubber(ID No.C3)in series with packed tower scrubber(ID No.C4)
Any device, machine, equipment, or other contrivance used to process material for the production of feed-grade animal
proteins or feed-grade saleable fats and oils,except for any portions that are engaged exclusively in the process of food for
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1. Control Device Requirement: The Permittee shall not allow, cause, or permit the operation of any device, machine,
equipment, or other contrivance unless all gases, vapors, and gas-entrained effluents from these processes are passed
through condensers to remove all steam and other condensable materials.All non-condensable gases passing through the
condensers shall be incinerated at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit for a period of not less than 0.3 seconds, or treated in an
equally effective manner. Control devices shall control odorous emissions from various sources within the facility as
shown in Section 1.Boilers B-1,B-2,and B-3 shall not be used as control devices for odorous emissions if the boilers
are being operated in a low fire condition.
2. Measurement and Recording Requirements: The Permittee processing or incinerating gases, vapors, or gas-entrained
matter as required by Section 2.2 A.1 above shall install, operate, calibrate, and maintain in good working order
continuous operating parameter measuring and recording devices to document equipment operation in accordance with
15A NCAC 02D.0539.In addition,the Permittee shall follow an approved quality assurance program for all monitoring
devices and systems,including:
a. Procedures and frequencies for calibration,
b. Standards traceability,
c. Operational checks,
d. Maintenance schedules and procedures,
e. Auditing schedules and procedures,and
f. Data validation.
3. Expeller Requirement:The Permittee shall not allow,cause,or permit the installation or operation of expeller units unless
they are properly hooded and all exhaust gases are collected or ducted to odor control equipment.
4. Handling,Transport,and Storage Requirement:The Permittee shall not cause or permit any raw material to be handled,
transported, or stored, or to undertake the preparation of any raw material without taking reasonable precautions to
prevent odors from being discharged. Such raw material is in"storage"after it has been unloaded at a facility or after it
has been located at the facility for at least 36 hours.Reasonable precautions shall include the following:
a. Storage of all raw material before or in the process of preparation, in properly enclosed and vented equipment or
areas,together with the use of effective devices and methods to prevent the discharge of odor bearing gases;
b. Use of covered vehicles or containers of watertight construction for the handling and transporting of any raw
material;and
c. Use of hoods and fans to enclose and vent the storage,handling,preparation,and conveying of any odorous materials
together with effective devices or methods,or both,to prevent emissions of odors or odor bearing gases.
In order to avoid the storage restrictions above,the Permittee shall process each load according to the schedule in Section
2.2 A.S, below. To ensure that no raw material is in "storage," the Permittee shall track time of receipt and time of
unloading of each shipment.The Permittee shall keep these records in a logbook(written or electronic format)onsite and
make the logbook available to an authorized DAQ representative upon request.
5. Unloading Specific Raw Materials:A vehicle or container holding raw material.which has not been unloaded inside or
parked inside an odor controlled area within the facility,shall be unloaded for processing of the raw material prior to the
expiration of the following time limits:
a. For feathers with only trace amounts of blood,such as those obtained from slaughtering houses that separate blood
from offal and feathers,no later than 48 hours after being weighed upon arrival at the facility.
b. For used cooking oil in sealed tankers,no later than 96 hours after being weighed upon arrival at the facility.
c. For all other types of raw material not in sealed containers,no later than 36 hours after being weighed upon arrival
at the facility.
6. Notification of Release of Excessive and Malodorous Gases or Vapors:The Permittee shall notify the regional air quality
supervisor of the appropriate regional office within two business days after conditions are encountered that cause or may
cause release of excessive and malodorous gases or vapors.
7. Compliance Statement: The Permittee shall continue to operate in compliance as described in the compliance
determination submitted before January 1, 1997,pursuant to 15A NCAC 02D .0539(i)(1). The Division of Air Quality
may request addition information at a later date upon further review of the compliance documentation.
8. Odor Control Device Maintenance Monitoring and Reporting Requirement. To prevent odorous emissions from the
facility the optimum control efficiency of the venturi scrubbers(ID Nos.C1 and C3),cross-flow scrubber(ID No.C8),
condensers,mist eliminators,packed tower scrubber(ID No. C4) and boilers shall be maintained. To ensure this,the
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inspection and maintenance program shall include:
a. Weekly inspection of the scrubbers and mist eliminator, including a complete internal inspection of the chemical
feed system,
b. To ensure proper operation of the scrubbers,
i) The venturi(ID No.Cl)shall maintain a minimum scrubber liquid inlet pressure of 9 psig. The pressure shall
be recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format)once per day,
ii) The venturi(ID No.C3)shall maintain a minimum scrubber liquid inlet pressure of 5 psig. The pressure shall
be recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format)once per day.
iii) The cross-flow scrubber,(II)No.C8)shall use chlorine dioxide or a sulfate-based odor oxidizing solution for
odor control and:
(A) The Permittee shall ensure proper performance of the scrubber by continuously monitoring and recording
the oxidation reduction potential(ORP)of the recycle solution in the mix tanks of the cross flow scrubbers
utilizing hourly averaging while maintaining a minimum ORP level of+300 mV for both chlorine dioxide
and the sulfate-based odor oxidizing solution.An alarm shall be used to notify facility personnel when the
ORP drops below the required minimum. When the alarm sounds,the actual values of the ORP shall be
recorded each hour in units of mV until the value is above or equal to+300 mV.If the hourly average ORP
reading falls below the required minimums,the Permittee shall record what corrective actions were taken
to regain the required minimum ORP level or higher. An ORP reading below+300 mV that occurs for
more than 4 hours is a reportable exceedance. In addition, the Permittee shall inspect and calibrate the
continuous ORP meters in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or as approved by DAQ
to ensure proper operation.
(B) The scrubber shall maintain a minimum scrubber liquid inlet pressure of 13 psig. The pressure shall be
recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format)once per day.
iv) The packed tower scrubber(ID No.C4) shall use chlorine dioxide or a sulfate-based odor oxidizing solution
for odor control and:
(A) The Permittee shall ensure proper performance of the scrubber by continuously monitoring and recording
the oxidation-reduction potential(ORP)of the recycle solution in the mix tanks utilizing hourly averaging
while maintaining a minimum ORP level of+300 mV for both chlorine dioxide and the sulfate-based odor
oxidizing solution. An alarm shall be used to notify facility personnel when the ORP drops below the
required minimum. When the alarm sounds,the actual values of the ORP shall be recorded each hour in
units of mV until the value is above or equal to+300 mV.If the hourly average ORP reading falls below
the required minimums,the Permittee shall record what corrective actions were taken to regain the required
minimum ORP level or higher. An ORP reading below+300 mV that occurs for more than 4 hours is a
reportable exceedance.In addition,the Permittee shall inspect and calibrate the continuous ORP meters in
accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or as approved by DAQ.
(B) The scrubber shall maintain a minimum scrubber liquid inlet pressure of 3 psig. The pressure shall be
recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format)once per day.
c. To ensure proper operation of the boiler as an odor control device,
i) The boiler(s) when being used for odor control will have its operating parameters monitored each day. The
results,and time of observations,to be noted in a logbook(written or electronic format)at least once a day,
ii) Each boiler shall be equipped with a device to continuously measure and record the amount of fuel flow into
the boiler.The Pennittee shall record daily in a logbook(written or electronic format)the date,time,and fuel
flow rate into each applicable boiler while the boilers are being used as a control device,
d. Monthly inspection of the condensers,including inspection of the duct work,leakage of coolant and gas stream,
e. Monthly cleaning of scrubber nozzles and calibration of all associated instrumentation for all the control devices,
and
f. Semi-annual internal inspection of the control devices and external inspection of associated ductwork to ensure
structural integrity.
9. The results of inspection and maintenance for the control devices shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format) on site and made available to an authorized DAQ representative upon request. The logbook shall record the
following:
a. Date and time of actions including the monitoring parameters measured or recorded;
b. The results of each inspection;
c. The results of any maintenance performed on the control devices and/or the chemical feed system;and
d. Any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made.

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STATE ONLY RE UIREMENT:
B. Boilers (ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,and B-5)
1. 15A NCAC 02Q.0317 Avoidance Condition for 15A NCAC 02D.1100: CONTROL OF TOXIC AIR
POLLUTANTS
a. The Permittee is allowed to bum On-Specification recycled No.4 equivalent Fuel Oil in boilers(ID Nos.B-1,B-2,B-4,
and B-5). The approved On-Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil shall be equivalent to unadulterated fossil
fuel by meeting the following criteria:
Constituent/Property Allowable Level
Arsenic 1.0 ppm maximum
Cadmium 2.0 ppm maximum
Chromium 5.0 ppm maximum
Lead 100 ppm maximum
Total Halogens 1,000 ppm maximum
Flash Point 130OF minimum
Sulfur 2.0%maximum(by weight)
Ash 1.0%maximum
It is the responsibility of the Permittee to ensure that all On-Specification recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil as received
at the site meets the approved criteria for unadulterated fuel. In addition,the Permittee will be held responsible for any
discrepancies discovered by Division of Air Quality as a result of any sampling and analysis of the On-Specification
recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil.
Monitoring/Recordkeet)inn
b. The Permittee shall maintain accurate records of the actual amount of vendor approved On-Specification recycled No.4
equivalent fuel oil delivered to,and combusted at the facility on an annual basis. These records shall be retained at the
facility for a minimum of three years and shall be made available to representatives of the Division of Air Quality upon
request.
c. Each load of recycled fuel oil received shall include the following:
i. A delivery manifest document clearly showing the shipment content and amount,its place and date of loading,and
place and date of destination.
ii. A batch specific analytical report that contains an analysis for all constituents/properties listed above. Analytical
results of the samples representative of the recycled oil shipment from the vendor shall be no more than one year old
when received.
iii. Batch signature information consisting of the following: a batch number,tank identification with batch volume of
recycled oil,date and time the batch completed treatment,and volume(s)delivered.
iv. A certification indicating that the recycled fuel oil does not contain detectable PCBs(<2 ppm).
Reuorting
d. Within 30 days after each calendar year,regardless of the amount received or combusted,the Permittee must submit in
writing to the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality,the following:
i. A summary of the results of the vendors analytical testing for the previous 12 months(calendar year).
ii. The total gallons of vendor approved On-specification recycled No.4 Fuel Oil combusted at the facility for the
previous 12 months(calendar year).
e. The Division of Air Quality reserves the right to require additional testing and/or monitoring of the On-Specification
recycled No.4 equivalent fuel oil on an annual basis or without notice.

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SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS (version 5.3. 08/21/2018)
This section describes terms and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Provisions[NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not otherwise defined in this permit shall have the meaning assigned to such terms as defined in 15A NCAC
02D and 02Q.
2. The terms,conditions,requirements,limitations,and restrictions set forth in this permit are binding and enforceable
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B,including assessment of civil and/or criminal penalties.Any
unauthorized deviation from the conditions of this permit may constitute grounds for revocation and/or enforcement
action by the DAQ.
3. This permit is not a waiver of or approval of any other Department permits that may be required for other aspects of the
facility which are not addressed in this permit.
4. This permit does not relieve the Permittee from liability for harm or injury to human health or welfare,animal or plant
life,or property caused by the construction or operation of this permitted facility,or from penalties therefore,nor does
it allow the Permittee to cause pollution in contravention of state laws or rules,unless specifically authorized by an
order from the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
5. Except as identified as state-only requirements in this permit,all terms and conditions contained herein shall be
enforceable by the DAQ,the EPA,and citizens of the United States as defined in the Federal Clean Air Act.
6. Any stationary source of air pollution shall not be operated,maintained,or modified without the appropriate and valid
permits issued by the DAQ,unless the source is exempted by rule. The DAQ may issue a permit only after it receives
reasonable assurance that the installation will not cause air pollution in violation of any of the applicable requirements.
A permitted installation may only be operated,maintained,constructed,expanded,or modified in a manner that is
consistent with the terms of this permit.
B. Permit Availabffly. [15A NCAC 02Q.0507(k)and.0508(i)(9)(B)]
The Permittee shall have available at the facility a copy of this permit and shall retain for the duration of the permit term one
complete copy of the application and any information submitted in support of the application package. The permit and
application shall be made available to an authorized representative of Department of Environmental Quality upon request.
C. Severabilic. Clause[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(2)]
In the event of an administrative challenge to a final and binding permit in which a condition is held to be invalid,the
provisions in this permit are severable so that all requirements contained in the permit,except those held to be invalid,shall
remain valid and must be complied with.
D. Submissions[15A NCAC 02Q.0507(e)and 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
Except as otherwise specified herein,two copies of all documents,reports,test data,monitoring data,notifications,request
for renewal,and any other information required by this permit shall be submitted to the appropriate Regional Office. Refer
to the Regional Office address on the cover page of this permit. For continuous emissions monitoring systems(CEMS)
reports,continuous opacity monitoring systems(COMS)reports,quality assurance(QA)/quality control(QC)reports,acid
rain CEM certification reports,and NOx budget CEM certification reports,one copy shall be sent to the appropriate
Regional Office and one copy shall be sent to:
Supervisor,Stationary Source Compliance
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1641
All submittals shall include the facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this permit).
E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(3)]
The Permittee shall comply with all terms,conditions,requirements,limitations and restrictions set forth in this permit.
Noncompliance with any permit condition except conditions identified as state-only requirements constitutes a violation of
the Federal Clean Air Act. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds for enforcement action,for permit
termination,revocation and reissuance,or modification,or for denial of a permit renewal application.

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F. Circumvention-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
The facility shall be properly operated and maintained at all times in a manner that will effect an overall reduction in air
pollution. Unless otherwise specified by this permit,no emission source may be operated without the concurrent operation
of its associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances.
G. Permit Modifications
1. Administrative Permit Amendments[15A NCAC 02Q.0514]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q
.0514.
2. Transfer in Ownership or Operation and Application Submittal Content[15A NCAC 02Q.0524 and 02Q.0505]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an ownership change in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0524 and 02Q
.0505.
3. Minor Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0515]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a minor permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0516]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q
.0516.
5. Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 02Q.0517]
The Permittee shall submit an application for reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0517.
H. Chan-es Not Re uiring Permit Modifications
1. Reporting Requirements
Any of the following that would result in new or increased emissions from the emission source(s)listed in Section 1 must
be reported to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes;or
c. changes in the quantity or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate,modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any necessary changes in the
permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions allowed that will cause a violation of the emission
limitations specified herein.
2. Section 502(b)(10)Changes[15A NCAC 02Q.0523(a)]
a. "Section 502(b)(10)changes"means changes that contravene an express permit term or condition. Such changes
do not include changes that would violate applicable requirements or contravene federally enforceable permit
terms and conditions that are monitoring(including test methods),recordkeeping,reporting,or compliance
certification requirements.
b. The Permittee may make Section 502(b)(10)changes without having the permit revised if
i. the changes are not a modification under Title I of the Federal Clean Air Act;
ii. the changes do not cause the allowable emissions under the permit to be exceeded;
iii. the Permittee notifies the Director and EPA with written notification at least seven days before the change is
made;and
iv. the Permittee shall attach the notice to the relevant permit.
c. The written notification shall include:
i. a description of the change;
ii. the date on which the change will occur;
iii. any change in emissions;and
iv. any permit term or condition that is no longer applicable as a result of the change.
d. Section 502(b)(10)changes shall be made in the permit the next time that the permit is revised or renewed,
whichever comes fast.
3. Off Permit Changes[15ANCAC 02Q.0523(b)]
The Permittee may make changes in the operation or emissions without revising the permit if
a. the change affects only insignificant activities and the activities remain insignificant after the change;or
b. the change is not covered under any applicable requirement.
4. Emissions Trading[15A NCAC 02Q.0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 02D,including subsequently adopted maximum
achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed without permit revision pursuant to 15A
NCAC 02Q.0523(c).

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I.A Reporting Requirements for Excess Emissions and Permit Deviations[15A NCAC 02D.0535(fl and 02Q.0508(f)(2)]
"Excess Emissions"-means an emission rate that exceeds any applicable emission limitation or standard allowed by any
rule in Sections.0500,.0900,.1200,or.1400 of Subchapter 02D;or by a permit condition;or that exceeds an emission limit
established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 02Q.0700. (Note:Definitions of excess emissions under 02D.1110 and
02D.1111 shall apply where defined by rule.)
"Deviations"-for the purposes of this condition,any action or condition not in accordance with the terms and conditions of
this permit including those attributable to upset conditions as well as excess emissions as defined above lasting less than
four hours.
Excess Emissions
1. If a source is required to report excess emissions under NSPS(15A NCAC 02D.0524),NESHAPS(15A NCAC 02D
.1110 or.1111),or the operating permit provides for periodic(e.g.,quarterly)reporting of excess emissions,reporting
shall be performed as prescribed therein.
2. If the source is not subject to NSPS(15A NCAC 02D.0524),NESHAPS(15A NCAC 02D.I 110 or.1111),or these
rules do NOT define"excess emissions,"the Permittee shall report excess emissions in accordance with 15A NCAC
02D.0535 as follows:
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02D.0535,if excess emissions last for more than four hours resulting from a malfunction,
a breakdown of process or control equipment,or any other abnormal condition,the owner or operator shall:
i. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m.Eastern Time of the Division's
next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and provide:
• name and location of the facility;
• nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown;
• time when the malfunction or breakdown is first observed;
• expected duration;and
• estimated rate of emissions;
ii. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director immediately when corrective measures have been accomplished;
and
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described in 15A NCAC 02D
.0535(f)(3).
Permit Deviations
3. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)(2),the Permittee shall report deviations from permit requirements(terms and
conditions)as follows:
a. Notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of all other deviations from permit requirements not covered under
15A NCAC 02D.0535 quarterly. A written report to the Regional Supervisor shall include the probable cause of
such deviation and any corrective actions or preventative actions taken. The responsible official shall certify all
deviations from permit requirements.
I.13 Other Reg uirements under 15A NCAC 02D.0535
The Permittee shall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 02D.0535,including 15A
NCAC 02D.0535(c)as follows:
1. Any excess emissions that do not occur during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of the appropriate
rule unless the owner or operator of the sources demonstrates to the Director,that the excess emissions are a result of a
malfunction. The Director shall consider,along with any other pertinent information,the criteria contained in 15A
NCAC 02D.0535(c)(1)through(7).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0535(g). Excess emissions during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of the
appropriate rule if the owner or operator cannot demonstrate that excess emissions are unavoidable.
J. Emergency Provisions[40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee shall be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising from sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyond the control of the
facility,including acts of God,which situation requires immediate corrective action to restore normal operation,and
that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission limitation under the permit,due to unavoidable increases
in emissions attributable to the emergency. An emergency shall not include noncompliance to the extent caused by
improperly designed equipment,lack of preventive maintenance,careless or improper operation,or operator error.
2. An emergency constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology-based
emission limitations if the conditions specified in 3.below are met.

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3. The affirmative defense of emergency shall be demonstrated through properly signed contemporaneous operating logs
or other relevant evidence that include information as follows:
a. an emergency occurred and the Permittee can identify the cause(s)of the emergency;
b. the permitted facility was at the time being properly operated;
c. during the period of the emergency the Permittee took all reasonable steps to minimize levels of emissions that
exceeded the standards or other requirements in the permit;and
d. the Permittee submitted notice of the emergency to the DAQ within two working days of the time when emission
limitations were exceeded due to the emergency. This notice must contain a description of the emergency,steps
taken to mitigate emissions,and corrective actions taken.
4. In any enforcement proceeding,the Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an emergency has the burden of
proof.
5. This provision is in addition to any emergency or upset provision contained in any applicable requirement specified
elsewhere herein.
K. Permit Renewal[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(e)and 02Q.0513(b)]
This 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 permit is issued for a fixed term not to exceed five years and shall expire at the end of its
term. Permit expiration terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 renewal
application is submitted at least six months before the date of permit expiration. If the Permittee or applicant has complied
with 15A NCAC 02Q.0512(b)(1),this 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 permit shall not expire until the renewal permit has been
issued or denied. Permit expiration under 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete
15A NCAC 02Q.0400 renewal application is submitted at least six months before the date of permit expiration for facilities
subject to 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 requirements. In either of these events,all terms and conditions of these permits shall
remain in effect until the renewal permits have been issued or denied.
L. Need to Halt or Reduce Activit► Not a Defense[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(4)]
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reduce the
permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of this permit.
M. Dut► to Provide Information(submittal of information) [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(9)]
1. The Permittee shall furnish to the DAQ,in a timely manner,any reasonable information that the Director may request
in writina to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking and reissuing,or terminating the permit or to
determine compliance with the permit.
2. The Permittee shall furnish the DAQ copies of records required to be kept by the permit when such copies are
requested by the Director.For information claimed to be confidential,the Permittee may furnish such records directly
to the EPA upon request along with a claim of confidentiality.
N. Duty to Supplement[I5ANCAC 02Q.0507(f)]
The Permittee,upon becoming aware that any relevant facts were omitted or incorrect information was submitted in the
permit application,shall promptly submit such supplementary facts or corrected information to the DAQ. The Permittee
shall also provide additional information as necessary to address any requirement that becomes applicable to the facility
after the date a complete permit application was submitted but prior to the release of the draft permit.
O. Retention of Records[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)and 02Q.0508(1)]
The Permittee shall retain records of all required monitoring data and supporting information for a period of at least five
years from the date of the monitoring sample,measurement,report,or application. Supporting information includes all
calibration and maintenance records and all original strip-chart recordings for continuous monitoring information,and
copies of all reports required by the permit. These records shall be maintained in a form suitable and readily available for
expeditious inspection and review. Any records required by the conditions of this permit shall be kept on site and made
available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon request.
P. Compliance Certification[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(n)]
The Permittee shall submit to the DAQ and the EPA(Air and EPCRA Enforcement Branch,EPA,Region 4,61 Forsyth
Street SW,Atlanta,GA 30303)postmarked on or before March 1 a compliance certification(for the preceding calendar
year)by a responsible official with all federally-enforceable terms and conditions in the permit,including emissions
limitations,standards,or work practices. It shall be the responsibility of the current owner to submit a compliance
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comply with additional requirements as may be specified under Sections 114(a)(3)or 504(b)of the Federal Clean Air Act.
The compliance certification shall specify:
1. the identification of each term or condition of the permit that is the basis of the certification;
2. the compliance status(with the terms and conditions of the permit for the period covered by the certification);
3. whether compliance was continuous or intermittent;and
4. the method(s)used for determining the compliance status of the source during the certification period.
Q. Certification bN Resp onsible Official[15A NCAC 02Q.0520]
A responsible official shall certify the truth,accuracy,and completeness of any application form,report,or compliance
certification required by this permit. All certifications shall state that based on information and belief formed after
reasonable inquiry,the statements and information in the document are true,accurate,and complete.
R. Permit Shield for Ap P licable Rey uirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0512]
1. Compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit shall be deemed compliance with applicable requirements,
where such applicable requirements are included and specifically identified in the permit as of the date of permit
issuance.
2. A permit shield shall not alter or affect:
a. the power of the Commission,Secretary of the Department,or Governor under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(12),or EPA
under Section 303 of the Federal Clean Air Act;
b. the liability of an owner or operator of a facility for any violation of applicable requirements prior to the effective
date of the permit or at the time of permit issuance;
c. the applicable requirements under Title IV;or
d. the ability of the Director or the EPA under Section 114 of the Federal Clean Air Act to obtain information to
determine compliance of the facility with its permit.
3. A permit shield does not apply to any change made at a facility that does not require a permit or permit revision made
under 15A NCAC 02Q.0523.
4. A permit shield does not extend to minor permit modifications made under 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
S. Termination.Modification, and Revocation of the Permit[15A NCAC 02Q.0519]
The Director may terminate,modify,or revoke and reissue this permit if.
1. the information contained in the application or presented in support thereof is determined to be incorrect;
2. the conditions under which the permit or permit renewal was granted have changed;
3. violations of conditions contained in the permit have occurred;
4. the EPA requests that the permit be revoked under 40 CFR 70.7(g)or 70.8(d);or
5. the Director finds that termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance of the permit is necessary to carry out the
purpose of NCGS Chapter 143,Article 21B.
T. Insi�n iticant Activities[15A NCAC 02Q.0503]
Because an emission source or activity is insignificant does not mean that the emission source or activity is exempted from
any applicable requirement or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating compliance with
any applicable requirement. The Penn ittee shall have available at the facility at all times and made available to an
authorized representative upon request,documentation,including calculations,if necessary,to demonstrate that an emission
source or activity is insignificant.
U. Property Rights[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(8)]
This permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property or any exclusive privileges.
V. Inspection and Entry [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(1)and NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2)]
1. Upon presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by law,the Permittee shall allow the DAQ,
or an authorized representative,to perform the following:
a. enter the Permittee's premises where the permitted facility is located or emissions-related activity is conducted,or
where records are kept under the conditions of the permit;
b. have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that are required to be kept under the conditions of the
permit;
c. inspect at reasonable times and using reasonable safety practices any source,equipment(including monitoring and
air pollution control equipment),practices,or operations regulated or required under the permit;and
d. sample or monitor substances or parameters,using reasonable safety practices,for the purpose of assuring
compliance with the permit or applicable requirements at reasonable times.

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Nothing in this condition shall limit the ability of the EPA to inspect or enter the premises of the Permittee under
Section 114 or other provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.
2. No person shall refuse entry or access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry for purposes of
inspection,and who presents appropriate credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper,or interfere with any such
authorized representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties. Refusal of entry or access may
constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
W. Annual Fee Payment[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(10)]
1. The Permittee shall pay all fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0200.
2. Payment of fees may be by check or money order made payable to the N.C.Department of Environmental Quality.
Annual permit fee payments shall refer to the permit number.
3. If,within 30 days after being billed,the Permittee fails to pay an annual fee,the Director may initiate action to
terminate the permit under 15A NCAC 02Q.0519.
X. Annual Emission Inventory Reu uirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0207]
The Permittee shall report by June 30 of each year the actual emissions of each air pollutant listed in 15A NCAC 02Q
.0207(a)from each emission source within the facility during the previous calendar year. The report shall be in or on such
form as may be established by the Director. The accuracy of the report shall be certified by a responsible official of the
facility.
Y. Confidential Information[15A NCAC 02Q.0107 and 02Q.0508(i)(9)]
Whenever the Permittee submits information under a claim of confidentiality pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0107,the
Permittee may also submit a copy of all such information and claim directly to the EPA upon request. All requests for
confidentiality must be in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits[15A NCAC 02Q.0100 and.0300]
A construction and operating permit shall be obtained by the Permittee for any proposed new or modified facility or
emission source which is not exempted from having a permit prior to the beginning of construction or modification,in
accordance with all applicable provisions of 15A NCAC 02Q.0100 and.0300.
AA. Standard Application Form and Required Information[15A NCAC 02Q.0505 and.0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required information in accordance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 02Q
.0505 and.0507.
BB. Financial Res onsibilit► and Compliance History [15A NCAC 02Q.0507(d)(4)]
The DAQ may require an applicant to submit a statement of financial qualifications and/or a statement of substantial
compliance history.
CC. Refrigerant Requirements Stratospheric Ozone and Climate Protection) [15A NCAC 02Q.0501(d)]
1. If the Permittee has appliances or refrigeration equipment,including air conditioning equipment,which use Class I or H
ozone-depleting substances such as chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons listed as refrigerants in 40 CFR
Part 82 Subpart A Appendices A and B,the Permittee shall service,repair,and maintain such equipment according to
the work practices,personnel certification requirements,and certified recycling and recovery equipment specified in 40
CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
2. The Permittee shall not knowingly vent or otherwise release any Class I or H substance into the environment during the
repair,servicing,maintenance,or disposal of any such device except as provided in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
3. The Permittee shall comply with all reporting and recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR 82.166. Reports shall be
submitted to the EPA or its designee as required.
DD. Prevention of Accidental Releases-Section 112(r) [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(h)]
If the Permittee is required to develop and register a Risk Management Plan with EPA pursuant to Section 112(r)of the
Clean Air Act,then the Permittee is required to register this plan in accordance with 40 CFR Part 68.
EE. Prevention of Accidental Releases General Duty Clause-Section 112 r 1 —FEDERALLY-ENFORCEABLE ONLY
Although a risk management plan may not be required,if the Permittee produces,processes,handles,or stores any amount
of a listed hazardous substance,the Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to prevent the accidental
release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any release.

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FF. Title IV Allowances[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(1)]
This permit does not limit the number of Title IV allowances held by the Permittee,but the Permittee may not use
allowances as a defense to noncompliance with any other applicable requirement. The Permittee's emissions may not
exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean Air Act.
GG. Air Pollution Emergency Episode[15A NCAC 02D.0300]
Should the Director of the DAQ declare an Air Pollution Emergency Episode,the Permittee will be required to operate in
accordance with the Permittee's previously approved Emission Reduction Plan or,in the absence of an approved plan,with
the appropriate requirements specified in 15A NCAC 02D.0300.
HH. Registration of Air Pollution Sources[15A NCAC 02D.0202]
The Director of the DAQ may require the Permittee to register a source of air pollution. If the Permittee is required to
register a source of air pollution,this registration and required information will be in accordance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0202(b).
II. Ambient Air Q ualih Standards[15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)]
In addition to any control or manner of operation necessary to meet emission standards specified in this permit,any source
of air pollution shall be operated with such control or in such manner that the source shall not cause the ambient air quality
standards in 15A NCAC 02D.0400 to be exceeded at any point beyond the premises on which the source is located. When
controls more stringent than named in the applicable emission standards in this permit are required to prevent violation of
the ambient air quality standards or are required to create an offset,the permit shall contain a condition requiring these
controls.
JJ. General Emissions Testim and Re portin,,Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
Emission compliance testing shall be by the procedures of Section.2600,except as may be otherwise required in Rules
.0524, .0912,.l 110, .1111,or.1415 of Subchapter 02D.If emissions testing is required by this permit or the DAQ or if the
Permittee submits emissions testing to the DAQ to demonstrate compliance,the Permittee shall perform such testing in
accordance with 15A NCAC 02D.2600 and follow the procedures outlined below:
1. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for air emission testing protocols to be provided to the Director
prior to air pollution testing.Testing protocols are not required to be pre-approved by the Director prior to air
pollution testing.The Director shall review air emission testing protocols for pre-approval prior to testing if
requested by the owner or operator at least 45 days before conducting the test.
2. Any person proposing to conduct an emissions test to demonstrate compliance with an applicable standard shall
notify the Director at least 15 days before beginning the test so that the Director may at his option observe the test.
3. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for controlling and measuring the production rates during the
period of air testing.The owner or operator of the source shall ensure that the equipment or process being tested is
operated at the production rate that best fulfills the purpose of the test.The individual conducting the emission test
shall describe the procedures used to obtain accurate process data and include in the test report the average
production rates determined during each testing period.
4. Two copies of the final air emission test report shall be submitted to the Director not later than 30 days after sample
collection unless otherwise specified in the specific conditions. The owner or operator may request an extension to
submit the final test report.The Director shall approve an extension request if he finds that the extension request is a
result of actions beyond the control of the owner or operator.
a. The Director shall make the final determination regarding any testing procedure deviation and the validity of the
compliance test.The Director may:
i. Allow deviations from a method specified under a rule in this Section if the owner or operator of the source
being tested demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Director that the specified method is inappropriate for
the source being tested.
ii. Prescribe alternate test procedures on an individual basis when he fords that the alternative method is
necessary to secure more reliable test data.
iii. Prescribe or approve methods on an individual basis for sources or pollutants for which no test method is
specified in this Section if the methods can be demonstrated to determine compliance of permitted emission
sources or pollutants.
b. The Director may authorize the Division of Air Quality to conduct independent tests of any source subject to a
rule in this Subchapter to determine the compliance status of that source or to verify any test data submitted
relating to that source.Any test conducted by the Division of Air Quality using the appropriate testing
procedures described in Section 02D .2600 has precedence over all other tests.

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KK. Reopepkg for Cause[15A NCAC 02Q.0517]
1. A permit shall be reopened and revised under the following circumstances:
a. additional applicable requirements become applicable to a facility with remaining permit tern of three or more
years;
b. additional requirements(including excess emission requirements)become applicable to a source covered by Title
IV;
c. the Director or EPA frids that the permit contains a material mistake or that inaccurate statements were made in
establishing the emissions standards or other terms or conditions of the permit;or
d. the Director or EPA determines that the permit must be revised or revoked to assure compliance with the
applicable requirements.
2. Any permit reopening shall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months after the applicable requirement
is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is after the expiration of the permit
term unless the term of the permit was extended pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0513(c).
3. Except for the state-enforceable only portion of the permit,the procedures set out in 15A NCAC 02Q.0507,.0521,or
.0522 shall be followed to reissue the permit. If the State-enforceable only portion of the permit is reopened,the
procedures in 15A NCAC 02Q.0300 shall be followed. The proceedings shall affect only those parts of the permit for
which cause to reopen exists.
4. The Director shall notify the Permittee at least 60 days in advance of the date that the permit is to be reopened,except
in cases of imminent threat to public health or safety the notification period may be less than 60 days.
5. Within 90 days,or 180 days if the EPA extends the response period,after receiving notification from the EPA that a
permit needs to be terminated,modified,or revoked and reissued,the Director shall send to the EPA a proposed
determination of termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance,as appropriate.
LL. Reporting R uirements for Non-Operating E ui ment[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
The Permittee shall maintain a record of operation for permitted equipment noting whenever the equipment is taken from
and placed into operation. When permitted equipment is not in operation,the requirements for testing,monitoring,and
recordkeeping are suspended until operation resumes.
MM.Fugitive Dust Control Reguirement[15A NCAC 02D.0540]
As required by 15A NCAC 02D.0540"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources,"the Permittee shall not cause or
allow fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible emissions beyond the
property boundary.If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust emissions from the facility are observed beyond the
property boundaries for six minutes in any one hour(using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR,Appendix A),the owner or
operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 02D.0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions"means particulate matter from process operations that does not pass through a process stack or
vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as:unloading and loading areas,process
areas,stockpiles,stock pile working,plant parking lots,and plant roads(including access roads and haul roads).
NN.Specific Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0501 and.0523]
1. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(b)(2),the Permittee shall file a Title V Air Quality Permit
Application for the air emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)on or before 12 months after
commencing operation.
2. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(c)(2),the Permittee shall not begin operation of the air
emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)until a Title V Air Quality Permit Application is
filed and a construction and operation permit following the procedures of Section.0500(except for Rule.0504 of
this Section)is obtained.
3. For modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10),in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0523(a)(1)(C),the Permittee
shall notify the Director and EPA(EPA-Air Planning Branch,61 Forsyth Street SW,Atlanta,GA 30303)in writing
at least seven days before the change is made. The written notification shall include:
a. a description of the change at the facility;
b. the date on which the change will occur;
c. any change in emissions;and
d. any permit term or condition that is no longer applicable as a result of the change.
In addition to this notification requirement,with the next significant modification or Air Quality Permit renewal,the
Permittee shall submit a page"ES"of the application forms signed by the responsible official verifying that the
application for the 502(b)(10)change/modification,is true,accurate,and complete. Further note that modifications
made pursuant to 502(b)(10)do not relieve the Permittee from satisfying preconstruction requirements.

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OO.Third Parr► Participation and EPA Review[15A NCAC 02Q.0521,.0522 and.0525(7)]
For permits modifications subject to 45-day review by the federal Environmental Protection Agency(EPA),EPA's
decision to not object to the proposed permit is considered final and binding on the EPA and absent a third party petition,
the failure to object is the end of EPA's decision-making process with respect to the revisions to the permit.The time
period available to submit a public petition pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0518 begins at the end of the 45-day EPA
review period.

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ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
AOS Alternative Operating Scenario
BACT Best Available Control Technology
Btu British thermal unit
CAA Clean Air Act
CAIR Clean Air Interstate Rule
CEM Continuous Emission Monitor
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DAQ Division of Air Quality
DEQ Department of Environmental Quality
EMC Environmental Management Commission
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FR Federal Register
GACT Generally Available Control Technology
HAP Hazardous Air Pollutant
MACT Maximum Achievable Control Technology
NAA Non-Attainment Area
NCAC North Carolina Administrative Code
NCGS North Carolina General Statutes
NESHAP National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NOX Nitrogen Oxides
NSPS New Source Performance Standard
OAH Office of Administrative Hearings
PM Particulate Matter
PM10 Particulate Matter with Nominal Aerodynamic Diameter of 10 Micrometers or Less
POS Primary Operating Scenario
PSD Prevention of Significant Deterioration
RACT Reasonably Available Control Technology
SIC Standard Industrial Classification
SIP State Implementation Plan
S02 Sulfur Dioxide
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound