In this project, we have analyzed the air quality monthly data in 2003. From 1999 to October, 2003, the PSI and other critical pollutants have been evaluated. The days of PSI over 100 is gradually decreased. During September to November 2003, the appraisals of the annual maintenance in four factories for 8 processes were finished, and all the annual maintenance was executed timely. The monitoring of annual maintenance of factories in Kaohsiung Region will be continuously followed, especially in poor air quality season, to ensure factories accurately executing their commitments for air quality improvement by proper maintenance. The air-land cooperative patrols in South Region counts 13 times in 2003, and there are 37 suspected pollutions notified, and 9 of them are real pollution accused. MRT, HSR and the Second Freeway construction are included in the significant construction list. With 10 sampling monthly, 101 engineering data were evaluated to confirm the locations of constructions, air pollution peak and easily polluted sites, and coordinate the management of engineering at intercounty region. 30 in-situ appraisals of VOCs used in factories are completed, and the main deficiency caused emission of VOCs could be concluded as poor sealing of suction equipment, insufficient suction power, defective operation and maintenance of air pollution control equipment, and unfavorable operation habits. For the use of illegal diesels, from January to October 2003 in Kaohsiung Region, 950 vehicles checked roadside and 177 stationary check , which report 31% and 29% disqualified, respectively. By the communication with transportation agencies in Kaohsiung Region and site-visits, 20 critical sections of traffic jams are categorized and the related countermeasures are planned and proposed.

AIR QUALITY, ACTION PLAN