The Stack Testing program (also known as Source Testing) provides oversight of compliance and quality assurance activities related to stack tests performed in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, as required by permit conditions or state and/or federal regulations.  Staff assures proper sampling, analytical methods and calculations are used to produce accurate air emission data to determine compliance.

Specific activities include: conducting reviews and approvals of stack test protocols, on-site observation of source sampling test(s) and review and approval of final emission test reports.

Protocol Notification Form

Performance Test (Stack Test) Protocol Form	PDF Word

Stack Testing Guidance Documents

• NCDENR Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Testing Issues & Policies
• NCDENR Condensible Particulate Matter (CPM) Testing Issues & Policies
• NC DAQ Method 5 Reference Document
• NC DAQ Continuous Emission Measurement Document

Related Links

• EPA Emission Measurement Center (EMC) - Test Methods, Guidance & Information
• EPA EMC Audit Program  
• NCDAQ Emission Measurement Information
• ASTM Methods
• CARB Methods
• NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods (NMAM)
• SW 846 Methods
• List of Stack Testing Consultants**

**The information on this site was developed by organizations other than MCAQ and is provided for informational purposes only. Publication of the information does not constitute endorsement by MCAQ of any company or organization mentioned.