Training

RMB offers a variety of training programs in technology areas such as Continuous Emission Monitoring (CEM), Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) operation and maintenance, combustion optimization and NO_X reduction. These training programs are offered at our location or at the client's site and can be specifically structured to individual company needs.

Source Testing Courses

CEM Program Audit Training

Flow Rate Method Training

NO_X Budget Program Training Course

Our CEMS User Training Program is held semi-annually in Raleigh and is designed for CEMS users that are subject to the EPA’s Part 75 Acid Rain Program as well as the NO_X Budget Program established by 40 CFR Parts 96 and 97. The tentative agenda for the next CEMS training program is shown below. Plan now to attend. Attendance is limited to 40 persons.

Utility/Industry CEMS Training Program

September 30 - October 2, 2008

Embassy Suites (Crabtree Valley)

Raleigh, North Carolina

RMB's comprehensive, 2½-day CEMS Users Training Program addresses Acid Rain CEM issues and other air emissions monitoring areas such as errors in heat rate measurement, the EPA CAM Rule, and air toxics that are confronting the electric utility industry. The training is presented by RMB's CEM experts including: Richard McRanie, Ralph Roberson, Russell Berry, Steve Norfleet, Dru Sanders, Jack Martin, Mike O'Connel, Rob Barton, Robert Bivens, and Will Roberson.

The training program is divided into two sessions. The first session is a 2-day seminar that includes updates on the Acid Rain Program and other regulatory issues of interest to electric utilities and other industries using CEMS. The focus of the first session will be on CEM fundamentals and how to successfully operate Part 75 CEMS programs. This is followed by a unique ½-day "hands-on" session on the routine operation and maintenance of CEM equipment. The following agenda presents the specific topics covered in this training program.

Agenda

UTILITY CEMS USERS WORKSHOP

September 30 - October 2, 2008

Tuesday, September 30, 2008 (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

Workshop Introduction

Historical and Regulatory Overview of CEMS

• Acid Rain
• NSPS
• MACT

Part 75 Audit Requirements

• Relative Accuracy and Bias
• Daily and Quarterly QA/QC
• Certification Testing

Appendix D&E Monitoring and Reporting Requirements

Part 60 Audit Requirements

CEMS Fundamentals

• Units of Measurement
• Convertsions
• Equations and Concepts

Gas and Flow CEMS Technology

• Straight Extractive Systems
• Dilution Extractive Systems
• In-situ Systems
• SO₂, NO_X, CO₂ and O₂ Monitoring - Principles of Measurement
• Flow Monitoring Principles of Measurement

CEMS Performance Indicators & Incentives

Wednesday, October 1, 2008 (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Part 75 Rule Revisions and Updates

Clean Air Interstate Rule Overview

QA/QC Requirements following Maintenance

• Corrective and Preventative Maintenance
• Diagnostic Test Events
• Recertification Test Events

QA Plans and QA/QC Program Requirements

Opacity COMS Technology

Part 75 Quarterly Reports and EDRs

CEMS Calibration Gases

Mercury Monitoring and the Clean Air Mercury Rule

Particulate Matter Monitoring

6:00-8:00 Vendor Exhibition and Social

Thursday, October 2, 2008 - CEMS Monitor Operation and Routine Maintenance Training

8:00 Introduction of Training and Instructors

8:10 Session 1 Training

8:50 Break

9:00 Session 2 Training

9:40 Break

9:50 Session 3 Training

10:30 Break

10:40 Session 4 Training

11:20 Break

11:30 Session 5 Training

12:00 Adjourn

Past Vendors/Typically Demonstrated Equipment

Thermo Environmental Instruments

• SO₂, NO_X, and CO Monitors (C-Series and I-Series)
• Hg  Monitor

Teledyne Monitor Labs, Inc.

• SO₂, NO_X, and CO Monitors
• Flow and Opacity Monitors

Spectrum Systems, Inc.

• CEMS Integration

M&C Products

• Dilution Probe

Tekran Instruments

• Hg Monitor

Environmental Supply Company, Inc.

• 3-D Flow Measurement Equipment
• Mercury Sorbent Trap Sampling System

TRAINING STAFF

Richard McRanie - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Ralph Roberson - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Russell Berry - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Steve Norfleet - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Dru Sanders – RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Jack Martin - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Mike O'Connell - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Robert Bivens - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Robert Barton - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Will Roberson - RMB Consulting & Research, Inc.

Dale Smith - Thermo Environmental Instruments

Bob Hart - Teledyne/Monitor Labs, Inc.

David Hendricks - Environmental Supply Company

Roy Vincik - M&C Products, Inc.

Previous Participants Comments

RMB's previous CEMS Users Training Programs were very well received by the electric utility and industry CEMS users attending. Participants included general office environmental personnel, power plant environmental personnel and instrument technicians. We even had Designated Representatives and attorneys attend. Select comments from the participant's "Course Assessment Evaluations" were:

• "This course, seminar, conference was one of the best organized and informative from a practical standpoint. The book (workshop manual) is much appreciated and useful"
• "The hands-on training was an excellent idea - good to learn a little bit about what is in the black boxes"
• "I enjoyed and benefited from the training. I've recommended it for others in my company"
• "Good mix of information presented - some highly technical and some more basic. It all worked for me and was well worth my time"
• "Most instructors were able to maintain my interest for extended periods of time, even after lunch. Good job by all"
• "Well organized course and appeared well practiced. Instructors have excellent knowledge of the subjects"
• "I thought the course content was of good quality and I would recommend the course to others involved in CEMS programs with the electric utility industry"
• "Very good classes. I will recommend this course"

Cost and Registration Information

The cost for the 2½-day training program is $1,250. This fee includes a $200 non-refundable registration fee, tuition, an extensive workshop training manual including current regulatory material, coffee breaks, and two lunches. It does not include travel costs or hotel accommodations.

Click here to download a copy of the training brochure and registration. Make your reservations early. Attendance will be limited so that everyone will have an opportunity to fully participate. Further information may be obtained from Robert Bivens at (919) 791-3133 or Stacey Pierce at (919) 791-3120. You can also E-Mail Robert Bivens at bivens@rmb-consulting.com.

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