Performance Test Notes and Tips

The Performance Test Notes and Tips (PDF) is comprised of four sections that address the following fundamental testing issues:

• Performance Test Questions — 10 basic FAQs, from what is a performance test to who to contact with questions.
• The Performance Test Process — 10 steps outlining the test process, from determining the requirement for a test to the department’s evaluation of the results.  
• 12 Tips for a Successful Performance Test — Tips to minimize testing problems
• Five Tips for Selecting a Test Company

Optional Compliance Demonstrations Procedure: A Guideline for the Semiconductor Industry

• Part I - Acid/Base Emissions and Wet Scrubber Performance Test (PDF)
• Part II - Procedure to Determine Requirement for Operation and Maintenance Plan - Point of Use/Exhaust Conditioner Units (PDF)
• Part III - Volatile Organic Compounds, Abatement Performance Test (PDF)
• Part IV - Insignificant and Trivial Activities (PDF)

Performance Test Guidelines

The Performance Test Guidelines (PDF) provide guidance to facilities and test companies conducting air quality performance tests in Maricopa County. They will assist in the planning and preparation for testing, actual performance of the test, and preparation of a complete and accurate test report.

Performance Test Protocol Submittal

The Performance Test Protocol Submittal Form (PDF) is a two-page form that provides specific test information in short answer or yes/no format. Many questions also require citation of the section number in the test protocol where the question is more fully addressed. The submittal form requires signatures from representatives of both the facility and the test company. A completed submittal form shall accompany every test protocol submitted to the department.

Performance Test Report

The performance test report submittal shall include two documents:

• Performance Test Report Submittal Form (PDF) to verify inclusion of all general information required in the test report
• An Excel spreadsheet containing all raw data logger data.

The submittal form has a series of questions with yes/no answers and citation of the section numbers in the test report where the information can be found. The submittal form requires signatures from representatives of both the facility and the test company.

A completed submittal form and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet shall accompany every test report submitted to the department.