CWEA Maintenance Technologist Practice Test

What is the governing agency that permits odor control systems?

1. EPA

2. OSHA

3. FDA

4. AQMD

The correct answer is: AQMD

The governing agency that permits odor control systems is the Air Quality Management District (AQMD). AQMD is responsible for regulating air quality and controlling air pollution at the local level, particularly in urban areas with high population density. This includes overseeing systems designed to manage and mitigate odors that can arise from various industrial and environmental activities. In contrast, while the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) does play a significant role in air quality at a national level and may set broader guidelines regarding air pollutants, including odors, it is the AQMD that has the authority to implement and enforce specific local regulations and permits related to odor control systems. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) focuses primarily on worker safety and health, and the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulates food, pharmaceuticals, and related products, which do not directly involve odor control in the context of air quality management. Thus, AQMD's dedicated focus on air quality and pollution management makes it the appropriate agency for permitting such systems, ensuring compliance with local air quality standards.