Fenceline Air Quality Monitoring for DER-10

Compliance

Fenceline Air Quality Monitoring for DER-10

Protect sensitive receptors and maintain regulatory compliance during brownfield remediation with air monitoring technology optimized for DER-10.

For US-based developers, site remediators, and environmental consultants, particularly those on the East Coast, a working knowledge of regulation DER-10 is essential.

Established by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and administered by the Division of Environmental Remediation (DER), regulation DER-10 outlines an extensive set of requirements for brownfield remediation projects. Across 225+ pages, DER-10 outlines detailed procedures for every stage of the remediation process, from initial site assessment to monitoring, post-project cleanup, and everything in between.

Central to achieving DER-10 compliance is the creation of a Community Air Monitoring Plan (CAMP). Key CAMP requirements include the continuous monitoring of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and PM₁₀ at upwind and downwind locations during the earth-moving process. The difference between upwind and downwind measurements is then used to calculate the level of emissions from site activity and determine an appropriate mitigation response in the event of an exceedance.

Along with CAMP requirements, DER-10 also provides comprehensive guidance for selecting a compliance-ready air monitoring system and accurately reporting on data. Despite being enacted in New York, DER-10 has since become a benchmark piece of legislation, recognized in several states and applied to brownfield projects throughout the US.

Aeroqual makes DER-10 compliance easy, with our DER-10 Remediation Perimeter Air Monitoring Packages. These packages combine our AQS1 Air Quality Monitor and Aeroqual OneView software, featuring automated site contribution and regulation-specific reporting.

We’ve also compiled a handy eBook, Air Monitoring Technology for DER-10, available for free download. This all-in-one eBook breaks down key sections while providing helpful examples for setting out a response table, maintaining quality assurance, and delivering a successful CAMP.

Protect workers and the community with simultaneous real-time measurement

Under DER-10 regulations, PM₁₀ levels must be continuously monitored at a 15-minute interval. This rules out many reference PM monitoring technologies designed for 24-hour sampling.

The Aeroqual AQS 1 Air Quality Monitor provides simultaneous measurement of VOCs and multiple particle fractions (TSP, PM₁₀, PM₄, PM_2.5, and PM₁). Data is reported in 1-minute intervals with user-selectable averaging, delivering highly accurate results strongly correlated with US EPA reference analyzers.

Eliminate cross-interferences and sensor drift for compliance-ready data

Deliver more accurate measurements and reduce the need for in-field calibration with Aeroqual’s patented Automatic Baseline Correction (ABC) technology.

Our ABC-equipped sensors correct for cross-interferences and sensor drift caused by changes in temperature and humidity, taking a baseline measurement every 60 seconds and automatically remedying drift using a proprietary selective scrubber and response algorithm. Rectify two of the biggest issues for PID-based monitors and maintain DER-10 compliance with ease.

Automate site contribution calculations and avoid undue blame

Continuously capture upwind and downwind measurements without the need for manual calculations by using our Aeroqual OneView perimeter air monitoring software.

Aeroqual OneView automatically calculates site contribution based on current wind conditions. Satisfy DER-10 CAMP requirements without having to physically relocate monitors around the work site as weather patterns change, saving valuable time and helping you avoid undue blame for any third-party emissions.

Streamline reporting with Aeroqual OneView’s regulation-specific templates

Reduce risk and simplify DER-10 reporting requirements by using Aeroqual OneView’s built-in regulation-specific templates. Generate on-demand reports or automate scheduled reporting, with templates available for key regulations including DER-10, SCAQMD Rule 1466, and NJ PAM. Customize templates as needed and fulfil reporting requirements with confidence.