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Lesson 40: Emission from Animal Production Systems -Larry Jacobson, Jeff Lorimor, Jose Bicudo, and David Schmidt

Intended Outcomes
The participants will

• Realize outdoor air quality (OAQ) is not only odor but includes gases and particulates.
• Be able to identify OAQ sources on their operation.
• Have a basic understanding of OAQ field measurements.
• Be aware of public policy OAQ issues.

Contents

1. Introduction
2. Airborne Emissions and Human Health
3. Airborne Emissions from Animal Production Systems
4. Measuring Outdoor Air Quality (OAQ) Components
5. Appendix A. Environmental Stewardship Assessment: Air Quality and Community and Neighbor Issues
6. Appendix B. Environmental Stewardship Assessment: Air Quality and Community Siting
7. Appendix C. Regulatory Compliance Assessment: Air Quality

Activities
The participants will complete

• Self-assessment checklist
• Demonstration of measuring instruments
• Some sensory training techniques and active learner methods
• Lecture with slides and video
• Case study for regulations and nuisance/health issues