Did you know all Schwarze sweepers are SCAQMD Rule 1186 certified?

The SCAQMD is the air pollution control agency for all of Orange County and the urban portions of Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, the smoggiest region of the U.S.

SCAQMD Rule 1186 requires local governments within the South Coast Air Quality Management District to procure certified street sweepers for new equipment purchases or new street sweeping contracts made after January 1, 2000.

Various SCAQMD regulations also require procurement of certified street sweepers to implement specific rule requirements. This list of equipment is updated periodically based on certifications test results and in response to new information.

The SCAQMD Governing Board adopted Rule 1186 street sweeper testing and certification procedures in September of 1999. Enclosed is a list of equipment that has met the Rule 1186 certification standards. (The equipment may either be new or upgraded to meet certification specifications). Questions on equipment capabilities and options should be directed to your local distributor and/or the manufacturer. Questions regarding the Rule requirements can be directed to Mike Laybourn, Air Quality Specialist, at (909) 396-3066 or mlaybourn@aqmd.gov.