Emission Controls

AIR POLLUTION Define the terms emissions and air pollution. Describe various forms of emissions and their sources. Describe ways that emission levels can be monitored. EMISSION PREVENTION AND CONTROLS Describe how emissions can be reduced at the source. Describe how vapor recovery and condensation can prevent emissions from reaching the environment. SCRUBBERS Describe the basic operation of a wet scrubber. Describe the operation of a gas scrubber system. Describe operator responsibilities associated with gas scrubber systems. CARBON ADSORPTION Describe the operation of a fixed-bed carbon adsorption system. Describe the operation of a regenerable fixed-bed system. PARTICULATE CONTROL Describe the operation of a cyclone. Describe the operation of a baghouse. Describe operator responsibilities associated with baghouses. Describe the operation of an electrostatic precipitator. INCINERATION Describe the basic operation of an incinerator. Identify process variables that must be monitored and controlled in order for an incinerator to operate safely and efficiently.