Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll.
Ordinance on the prevention of emissions of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
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DECLARATION
of 18 August 2009
on the prevention of emissions of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
According to Article 55 (2) of Act No. 86 / 2002 Coll., on Air Protection and on the amendment of certain other laws (Air Protection Act), as amended by Act No. 483 / 2008 Coll., ("the Act '), the Ministry of Environment provides for the implementation of § 24 (3), § 26 (4), § 27 (1), § 28 (3), § 31 (4) (b), § 31 (5) and § 32 (2) of the Act:
Subject matter
This decree, following the directly applicable regulation of the European Communities (1), provides for and establishes a model application for authorisation for the use of hydrochlorofluorocarbons as a substitute for halons, a model for the register of establishments, a method for identifying the controlled substance and the product containing it, a model for notification and reporting, binding procedures for the management of controlled substances, fluorinated greenhouse gases or devices containing those substances, and the extent of the required knowledge for the recovery or disposal of controlled substances.
Model application for authorisation of the use of hydrochlorofluorocarbons as a replacement for halons
The model application for authorisation of the use of hydrochlorofluorocarbons as a replacement for halons is set out in Annex 1 to this Regulation.
Model of the equipment register
The model of the records of the refrigeration equipment and fire protection system is set out in Annex 2 to this Decree.
Method of identification of the controlled substance or product containing it
(1) The label of the container and the product containing the controlled substances contains:
(a) the text "Contains ozone depleting substances"; and
(b) chemical names or chemical formulas and ASHRAE codes of controlled substances contained in the container, product or plant using generally accepted industrial nomenclature and their quantity in kilograms.
(2) The whole marking must be firmly affixed to the product or equipment. The font size shall not be less than the font size of the other information on the product, device or container. The marking shall appear clearly in the background and shall be of such size and spacing as to be easily legible. The labelling obligation also applies to hermetically sealed systems.
(3) The marking may only be provided on a label containing the name or information on the product, near it or near the service points of the establishment.
(4) For air-conditioning products and equipment, as well as heat pumps, with separate internal and external parts and associated cooling pipes, the information label shall be placed on the part of the equipment first equipped with a refrigerant.
(5) The designation must be in the Czech language.
Model of notification and message forms
(1) The model for the notification of the number of fire protection systems and halons fire extinguishers, the amount of halons contained therein, the measures to reduce halon emissions and the estimation of these emissions is set out in Annex 3 to this Regulation.
(2) The model of the report form provided for in Section 32 (1) of the Act is set out in Annex 4 to this Decree.
Binding procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
(1) The binding procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in the recycling of domestic cooling products are set out in Annex 5 to this Decree.
(2) The binding procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in the recycling of refrigerating equipment other than domestic cooling products are set out in Annex 5 to this Regulation.
(3) The binding procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in the recycling of fire protection products are set out in Annex 6 to this Regulation.
(4) The level of adaptation I and II of the mandatory procedure set out in Annex 5 to this Decree is carried out within a single technological unit; This total means a fixed group of technological equipment operated within a single site or a single stage of mobile technology introduced into a waste collection facility to recover controlled substances when recycling products.
Binding procedures for checking the leakage of cooling and air conditioning equipment containing controlled substances
(1) Before checking the leakage of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment containing controlled substances, certified persons shall check the equipment records, paying particular attention to information on recurrent problems and problem areas.
(2) Certified persons carry out checks on the following parts of refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pumps:
(a) connections,
(b) valves including spindles;
(c) seals, including seals, on exchangeable dehydrated agents and filters;
(d) parts of the system exposed to vibration;
(e) connection to safety and operational equipment.
(3) When carrying out a leak check on a refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pump containing a controlled substance, certified persons shall use the direct measurement method referred to in paragraph 4 or the indirect measurement method referred to in paragraph 7. The indirect measurement methods may be used only if the parameters of the equipment referred to in paragraph 7 to be analysed show what the content of the controlled substances listed in the equipment records and the likelihood of leakage.
(4) One or more of the following direct measurement methods may be used to detect leakage:
(a) checking the cooling circuits and their components at risk of leakage by means of gas detection devices adapted to the refrigerant used in the system;
(b) introduction of UV detection fluid or appropriate dye into the circuit;
(c) the use of a special bubble or soap solution.
(5) The following mandatory procedures may be applied when applying direct methods:
(a) the gas detection equipment referred to in paragraph 4 (a) shall be checked once every 12 months to ensure that it operates properly; the sensitivity of portable gas detection equipment shall be at least 5 g / year;
(b) the introduction of UV detection liquid or appropriate dye into the cooling circuit shall be carried out only if the device manufacturer has approved such detection methods as technically possible; This method can only be used by personnel certified to carry out activities involving interference in the cooling circuit containing the controlled substance;
(c) if, using the methods referred to in paragraph 4, leakage is not detected and the parts referred to in paragraph 2 do not show signs of leakage, but certified personnel consider that leakage is taking place, they shall check the other parts of the installation.
(6) Prior to direct measurement by a nitrogen-free pressure test or other gas suitable for a leakage pressure test, personnel certified to recover the controlled substance from a given type of device shall recover the controlled substance from the whole system.
(7) To detect leakage by indirect method, certified personnel shall use visual and manual inspection of the equipment and analysis of one or more of the following parameters:
(a) pressure,
(b) temperature,
(c) compressor current;
(d) liquid levels;
(e) the quantity of added refrigerant.
(8) Any suspected leakage of the controlled substance shall be verified by a leak test using the direct measurement method referred to in paragraph 4.
(9) The leakage control method used shall be recorded in the equipment register.
Binding procedures for checking the leakage of fire protection systems containing controlled substances
(1) Before checking the tightness of the fire protection systems, certified persons shall check the equipment records.
(2) Particular attention should be paid to information on recurrent problems and problem areas.
(3) When detecting damage and signs of leakage, certified persons shall carry out visual inspection of controls, storage tanks, pressure-bearing connections and other components.
(4) In particular, the suspected leakage is based on the following situations:
(a) a fixed leakage detection system reports leakage;
(b) the container shows a pressure reduction of more than 10% after deduction of the temperature effect;
(c) the container shows a reduction of more than 5% in the amount of the extinguishing agent.
(5) Pressure gauges and mass monitoring devices are checked by a certified person once every 12 months to ensure their proper functioning.
(6) The leakage control method used shall be recorded in the equipment register.
Scope of required knowledge for the recovery or disposal of controlled substances
(1) The required knowledge of natural persons carrying out the recovery of controlled substances and otherwise handling controlled substances in the framework of the recycling of products is:
(a) basic knowledge of ozone layer protection and ozone layer protection legislation;
(b) basic knowledge of the concept of the potential for ozone depletion and the use of controlled substances;
(c) filling and emptying bottles of controlled substances in both liquid and gaseous form;
(d) the quantity of controlled substance in the bottle,
(e) requirements for good handling, storage and transport procedures for controlled substances;
(f) the operation of the apparatus for the extraction of controlled substances;
(g) correct handling of discarded products;
(h) keeping records;
(i) basic knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of the controlled substances, including recycling and regeneration procedures for those substances.
(2) The required knowledge of natural persons handling controlled substances within the framework of their disposal is:
(a) basic knowledge of ozone layer protection and ozone layer protection legislation;
(b) basic knowledge of the concept of the potential for ozone depletion and the use of controlled substances;
(c) filling and emptying bottles of controlled substances in both liquid and gaseous form;
(d) the quantity of controlled substance in the bottle,
(e) requirements for good handling, storage and transport procedures for controlled substances;
(f) keeping records;
(g) basic knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of controlled substances, including disposal procedures.
Transitional provisions
(1) The requirements laid down in Article 4 on the labelling of equipment or products containing a controlled substance which have been placed on the market within 30 days of the entry into force of this Decree must be fulfilled by 1 April 2010. In the meantime, labelling may be used according to the rules in force until 1 February 2009.
(2) Binding procedures for checking the leakage of cooling circuits of equipment containing controlled substances pursuant to Section 7 will apply from 1 January 2010. Until then, binding procedures shall apply in accordance with the rules in force until 1 February 2009.
(3) If, at the time of the entry into force of this Order, the operator has a processed register in accordance with the regulations in force until 1 February 2009, it shall be sufficient to establish a register of the refrigeration equipment and fire protection system in accordance with § 3 and Annex 2 to this Order by 1 January 2011.
Efficacy
This Decree shall take effect on 15 September 2009.
Minister:
Doc. RNDr. Miko, Ph.D. v. r.
Příloha č. 1
Annex No 1 to Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll.
Příloha č. 2
Annex No 2 to Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll.
Příloha č. 3
Annex No. 3 to Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll.
Příloha č. 4
Annex No. 4 to Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll.
Příloha č. 5
Annex No 5 to Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll.
Binding procedure for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases from refrigeration equipment
These provisions regulate the quality and control of processing, in particular the recycling of discarded refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases. They shall adjust the collection conditions for recycling and regeneration for further use or disposal.
1. used terms for the purposes of this Annex.
1. The substance or fluorinated greenhouse gas that has been used in the manufacture of heat-insulating solid fuels for foaming is a controlled substance or fluorinated greenhouse gas.
2. Recycling of refrigerators means all measures on the recording, storage and modification of refrigerators containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases, the aim of which is primarily to capture and transfer controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases for disposal, as well as to obtain valuable secondary raw materials in an environmentally sound manner for further use.
3. Domestic refrigerating equipment means refrigerators of a typical design for domestic use and other similar uses up to a capacity of 270 litres; the equipment may be equipped with or without a separate freezer and freezer compartment (= type of device 1).
4. Combined refrigerator and household freezer means household refrigerating appliances and other similar use of household contents from 270 litres to 350 litres normally equipped with a separate freezer and compartment (= type of device 2).
5. Freezers and household boxes are freezers in design for household and other similar applications up to 500 litres of utility content (= type 3).
6. All measures shall be taken to ensure the collection of refrigeration equipment at the place of occurrence until the place of adaptation; This includes both the intermediate storage measures for refrigerators for the waste producer and the measures in the adjustment undertaking.
7. The adjustment shall mean:
(a) opening of the cooling circuit and suction of controlled substances, fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils from the circulation of the cooling circuit (stage I);
(b) the release of foam thermal insulation materials containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases, other materials, parts of equipment, or components and elements of refrigeration equipment, using appropriate technical devices to separate the controlled substances so as not to leak them into the air (stage II); and
(c) the classification and classification of substances obtained under stage I and stage II as well as their preparation for further use and disposal.
2. Collection and recycling of refrigerating equipment
2.1. Provisions for collection and storage
2.1.1 General requirements
Protection measures must be taken to effectively prevent the theft or loss of collected refrigerating equipment or their unauthorised sale.
2.1.2. Specific requirements for collection and storage
2.1.2.1. Collection of refrigerating equipment
The removal of refrigerating equipment shall be carried out in a way that eliminates damage to equipment that would cause the release of substances that are hazardous to the environment or make it difficult or impossible to modify. In particular, damage to the cooling circuit should be avoided by appropriate measures. Appropriate devices for the capture of flowing liquids (oils) and sorbent materials for the disposal and binding of flowing liquids in sufficient quantities should still be provided. The owners of refrigeration equipment shall, when they are transmitted to the collection and storage persons, give evidence of the measures necessary to protect such equipment from the leakage of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases.
2.1.2.2. Transport of refrigerating equipment
When transporting refrigerating equipment, measures must be taken to prevent leakage of liquids. Cooling equipment carried on means of transport shall be secured in such a way as to avoid damage to the equipment and the release of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases. The refrigerating device shall be protected from impacts, overturns or falls during loading and unloading. The cooling device shall be transported in the position prescribed by the manufacturer of the type of equipment for the transport of new products.
2.1.2.3 Storage of refrigerating equipment
Accepted refrigeration equipment shall be registered according to the quantities of each type, controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and the type of insulation. The device must be checked for mechanical damage and the extent recorded in writing. A list of serious damage shall be drawn up in accordance with the model in this Annex, in which form may be chosen. The storage of refrigerating equipment received should be carried out taking into account the water protection legislation, in particular the requirements for a bath. Storage shall be ensured in such a way as to avoid damage to refrigerating equipment that would make further treatment difficult or impossible, or would cause the release of environmental substances.
2.2 Modification of refrigeration equipment
2.2.1. General requirements
A description of the technological processes and their progress in the treatment of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases is necessary. In addition, it is necessary to establish the appropriate allocation of individual operating sections to the processes and their operation (operating schedules). Protection measures must be taken against the theft or loss of refrigerating equipment obtained by other means or by their unauthorised sale. The re-entry into circulation of complete recycling facilities containing controlled substances (in the cooling system and / or in foam insulation) is not permitted. All refrigerators taken over shall be subjected to treatment.
2.2.2. Specific requirements for the treatment of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
The adjustment shall include the following basic activities:
(a) the extraction of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils from the cooling circuit (stage I);
(b) the release of thermal insulation foam materials containing controlled substances and other materials, parts of equipment, components and elements of refrigeration equipment, using appropriate technical equipment to separate the controlled substances without leakage into the environment, components containing dangerous substances and the use of valuable materials (stage II);
(c) the classification and classification of substances and materials obtained under stage I and stage II, including their preparation for further use or disposal.
The treatment of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases shall be carried out in accordance with other legal provisions (m2).
The following requirements must be met individually:
Adjustment - Grade I
1. To drain controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils from the cooling circuit, use appropriate handling equipment to allow movement of refrigerating equipment to the optimum operating position for suction.
2. Suction controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases together with the oil of the cooling circuit with minimal leakage of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases into the air.
3. When collecting technical liquid (controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils), a special tool to open the cooling circuit and drain the contents in a vacuum mode automatically controlled by a multiple safety system (pressure and safety-pressure controllers, valves, switching off devices depending on time and weight).
4. The amount of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and cooling oil to be sampled and recorded daily in writing.
5. The residual content of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in coolant oil shall be less than 0,1% by weight as determined by the method submitted together with the certificate application.
6. The relevant technique shall include appropriate measuring equipment to indicate the quantity of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases collected and the appropriate number of refrigerators. The procedure used shall include appropriate equipment to prevent handling of subsequent release of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases.
7. Exhausted controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases shall be sorted and classified in separate containers according to the procedure described in point 2.2.2, number 3.
8. The workspace is equipped with suitable vans to capture liquids and their unwanted leakage into the environment.
Adjustment - Grade II
1. Heat insulation foams containing controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases of refrigeration equipment are separated from the housing by dilution, which is carried out in a vacuum environment in a closed technological device. Controlled substances released to capture by appropriate separation processes (e.g. freezing or adsorption).
2. In the treatment of heat insulation foam containing controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases, destroy pores by grinding as well as degasify matrices of ground material (at increased temperature) derived from degasification of pores.
3. The quantity of controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases obtained from thermal insulation foam shall be recorded daily.
4. The residual content of controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases from thermal insulation foam in degasified foam material shall not exceed 0,2% by weight and shall be determined by a method submitted with the certificate application.
5. The water contained in the heat insulation foam is collected and treated as waste water.
6. Waste air from the device to clean with suitable gripping systems. As a limit to comply with an intermediate quantity of less than 5 g of controlled substances per hour. Compliance with the limit value shall be checked by an appropriate analytical method in continuous measurement submitted together with the certificate application.
2.2.3. When adjusting according to stage II on-site mobile technology, the operator shall inform the Czech Environment Inspection within 14 days of the start of the operation. The notification shall include the address of the place of activity, the date of commencement and the date of termination.
2.2.4 Preparation for recovery and disposal
1. Disassembled or modified derived parts and materials to be separated into fractions suitable for use as secondary raw materials. In particular CFC-11 and CFC-12 chlorofluorocarbons are intended for disposal (only substances affecting the ozone layer are reported).
The material treatment technology used shall ensure that individual materials are free from impurities or other materials.
2. Disassembled or modified equipment to store the components and materials obtained while complying with the relevant legislation.
3. Storage shall be ensured in a manner that does not disturb further use or disposal and prevents environmental damage.
4. Fluid-threatening water or components containing liquid-threatening water shall be stored in separate, unambiguously marked and constructively authorised containers in accordance with the relevant legislation.
5. Electrolytic capacitors stored in dry, separate and preferably separate rooms in plastic containers or steel barrels. These containers shall be kept tightly closed and stored above a sufficiently large detention tub.
6. Storage of mercury-containing components in sealed plastic containers safe against impact, which are always airtight closed throughout storage.
7. Absorption materials for liquid leakage and mercury absorption materials always have readily available. Dispose of used absorption materials as hazardous waste.
3. Requirements for documentation, registration and operating rules
3.1 Documentation
3.1.1 Documentation of authorisations issued
All authorisations, approvals, approvals and official decisions to document, keep them up to date and be freely available to the competent control authorities.
3.1.2. Operating rules
Prepare business operating rules which contain operational safety and order regulations and guidelines. The operating rules also apply to customers and visitors of the company and must therefore be posted in a clearly visible place at the place of activity, at least in its main parts. The Order also contains rules on behaviour in case of danger.
3.1.3. Operating manual
Develop an operations manual setting out the necessary measures for the proper recycling of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances as well as for operational safety in normal operation, repairs and operational failures. This includes the tasks and areas of employee responsibility and a description of the recycling process for refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances.
3.1.4 Operating log
To demonstrate the proper recycling of refrigeration equipment containing controlled substances, keep an operating log in electronic form. The diary contains
(a) documentation of all refrigerating equipment taken over to adjust by type of product and quantity; copies of delivery notes issued for the supplier of the installation,
(b) documentation of the type and quantity of all refrigerating equipment removed, of the controlled substances recovered and of the fluorinated greenhouse gases intended for re-use and disposal, together with the relevant documents under other legislation2),
(c) records of special events, in particular operational failures, including indication of possible causes and subsequent corrective actions;
(d) protocols on functional checks, maintenance operations carried out.
3.1.5. Other documentation
All persons to whom controlled substances, materials, parts of equipment, or components and components for further use or disposal are transmitted shall indicate in the documentation that such persons possess the necessary authorisations, approvals, certificates, etc. Further document which modification, use or disposal procedures are used and which other methods are selected for the emerging output material.
3.2 Specific control provisions for monitoring traffic productivity
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Regulation Information
| Citation | Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll., on the prevention of emissions of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases |
|---|---|
| Regulation Type | Order |
| Author | - |
| Collection | Code of Laws |
| Date of Promulgation | 31.08.2009 |
|---|---|
| Effective from | 15.09.2009 |
| Effective until | - |
| Status | Valid |
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