The purpose of this rule is to prevent and control air pollution from the operation of coal preparation plants, coal handling operations and coal refuse disposal areas.
This rule was part of the original SIP package in 1972 and follows the parameters of its federal counterpart regulation.
Similar Federal Regulation: 40 CFR Part 60 (NSPS), subpart Y.
DEP determined that this rule is not more stringent; however, a report was submitted to document the comments received. Please see highlighted section for comments pertaining to 45CSR5.
