CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Overview
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR-GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices. The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Safety & Health
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Occupational Safety & Health in the Automotive Repair Business
“A Quick Reference Guide”
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR-GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices. The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Legal Issues
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- Wastewater and Storm Water Management–Consolidated Screening Checklist For Automotive Repair Facilities Guidebook
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The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
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Clean Water Act/NPDES Permitting Program
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Your Rights to Regulatory Fairness For Small Business & Agriculture
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR-GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices. The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Wastewater and Storm Water Management
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- Wastewater and Storm Water Management–Consolidated Screening Checklist For Automotive Repair Facilities Guidebook
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Does Your Facility Generate Automotive Service Waste?
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Restricting Service Station Wastes in Shallow Injection Wells
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Does Your Facility Generate Industrial Wastewaters?
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR-GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices. The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Used Filters
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- Used Filters–Consolidated Screening Checklist For Automotive Repair Facilities Guidebook
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Environmental Fact Sheet: Properly Managing Used Oil Filters
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR-GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices. The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Training
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DisclaimerSpray Technique Analysis and Research Training Program (STAR) provides training to painters on innovative techniques to reduce over spray without sacrificing finish quality.The DfE Best Practices Outreach Kit, developed for site visits and train-the-trainer workshops, serves as an excellent resource for shops. The Kit contains best practices checklists for each auto refinish activity, fact sheets, case studies, health and safety information, lists of manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, and other useful information for shop owners and technicians.
Training Videos from the California Department of Toxic Substances Control’s “Auto Body & Paint Shops Project” promote cost-effective methods for auto body and paint shops to reduce waste and emissions, improve compliance with enrivonmental regulations and reduce operating costs.
Disclaimer: The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR- GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices.
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
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CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Best Practices
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DfE Best Practices Self-Evaluation Checklist – NEWEPA’s Design for the Environment (DfE) Program developed this tool to help collision repair businesses and career/technical schools evaluate current practices and technologies and identify areas where improvements can be made to protect workers and students from exposure to isocyanates and other hazardous air pollutants during refinish operations.
Best Practices When Spray PaintingSave money on paint, reduce emissions from your shop, keep your painter and technicians safe and healthy. Developed by the EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) Auto Refinish Project.
The DfE Best Practices Outreach Kit, developed for site visits and train-the-trainer workshops, serves as an excellent resource for shops. The Kit contains best practices checklists for each auto refinish activity, fact sheets, case studies, health and safety information, lists of manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, and other useful information for shop owners and technicians.
Disclaimer
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR- GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices.
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR ®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop U.S. EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) Auto Refinish Project
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Disclaimer U.S. EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) Auto Refinish ProjectDisclaimer
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR- GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices.
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR ®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Paint Overspray
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Disclaimer Control of Paint Overspray in Auto Body Repair ShopsDisclaimer
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR- GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices.
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR ®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop Spray Gun
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HVLP Spray GunsCost-effective, environment-friendly technology – save on paint; protect your health and the environment; reduce paint overspray and emissions Developed by the EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) Auto Refinish Project. Control of Paint Overspray in Autobody Repair Shops
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health(NIOSH), 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4674) Case Studies
Switch to HVLP Spray Equipment, Spray Technique Analysis and Research
The STAR® program teaches spray technicians how to optimize the efficiency of an entire spray system.
A cost calculator that evaluates HVLP Sprayguns, LaserTouch® Device, & STAR® training program
The IWRC has developed three cost calculators to help the small auto body repair shop determine if it is beneficial for a facility to invest in such equipment.
Disclaimer
The CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop is only a graphic representation of a conceptual service and repair facility. CCAR- GreenLink® presents the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop only to illustrate subjects which call for environmental program management and not as an illustration of good facility layout and design practices.
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR ®) is providing the information contained in the CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Shop and the related databases as a public service. CCAR® believes that the information is correct and accurate, as of the date posted, and has no reason to believe otherwise. However, CCAR® does not guarantee the correctness or accuracy of the information, and will not be responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information, or any damage or loss suffered by any person as a result of reliance on such information. The information presented relates to environmental programs of the Federal government. Regulations, and rulings, of state and local governments may apply in lieu of, or in addition to, the Federal rules, and should be reviewed before taking any action in reliance on this information.