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Data reporting for the Protocol Gas Verification Program (PGVP) began on September 26, 2011.

PGVP data can be reported for days prior to September 26, 2011. However, if any of these data are reported, the entire PGVP related set of data must be included and the data will be subject to the appropriate evaluation checks. In other words, partial PGVP data cannot be reported because partial data will generate errors and any PGVP data reported must pass the evaluation checks.

For example, if the data submitted include a daily calibration record from September 25, 2011 which only includes the cylinder ID and not the upscale gas type code, expiration date, and vendor identifier, the evaluation will generate an error. If only partial PGVP data are available for dates prior to September 26, 2011, it is recommended to not include any of that PGVP data. Of course, PGVP data from September 26, 2011 on will be required to be reported and to be complete.

The Air Emissions Testing Body (AETB) data are not required to be reported until March 27, 2012. AETB data can be reported prior to that time, if desired. However, if any of the AETB data are reported, the data must be complete and will be subject to the appropriate evaluation checks.