Regulatory, Compliance & Labor
Farm Air Quality Permit Checklist
A checklist for finding out which air quality permits a farm may need, used by owners with engines, boilers, grain dryers or large livestock buildings.
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What is on this checklist
- List equipment that burns fuel
- Note grain dryers and handling systems
- Note livestock housing and manure systems
- Contact state air agency
- Ask about exemptions for farms
- Collect equipment specification sheets
- Record fuel use and run time
- Calendar renewal and reporting dates
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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