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Ming:

Please find attached our response to the most recent review comments and the referenced revised Operations
Manual. Just let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks.

Pieter

Pieter K. Scheer, P.E.
Vice President, Senior Engineer

SMITH + GARDNER

14 N. Boylan Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27603

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www.smithgardnerinc.com

February 28, 2018

Mr. Ming-Tai Chao, P.E.
Environmental Engineer
NC DEQ Division of Waste Management
217 W. Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27603

RE: Davidson County MSW Landfill (Permit No. 29-06)
Phase 2 Area 3 Permit to Construct Application
Response to Review Comments

Dear Mr. Chao:

On behalf of Davidson County, Smith Gardner, Inc. (S+G) would like to respond to the
comments in your emails dated and received by S+G via email on January 20th, 2018. These
comments are repeated below in italics followed by our response in bold.

Attachment E – Operations Manual
1. Section 1.0 General Facility Operations: swap shop and small MSW loads were removed
from the convenience center operations. I just wanted to be sure these were correctly
eliminated.

The swap shop was eliminated and small MSW loads are typically routed to the transfer
station. However, in that small loads could still be handled at the convenience center,
this has been added back to the list in Section 1.0.

2. Section 1.3 – Site Access – last sentence. Could this be amended to stated that all waste
received will be weighed as it enters the facility? Waste may go to the convenience
center or to the transfer station, as well as the landfill.

The last sentence of Section 1.3 has been replaced as follows:

“With the exception of small waste loads, all waste entering the facility will be weighed.
Further, waste containers from the transfer station and/or convenience center are
weighed prior to disposal in the landfill or transfer to a recycling facility.”

3. Section 1.4 – Signage – Do we need to note that the sign must include the permit# and
contact information/phone number?

Section 1.4 has been revised to include these items.

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4. Section 1.6.7 – Notification – this section should reflect that notification will be provided
to DWM for transfer station fires as well, not just landfill fires.

Section 1.6.7 has been revised to add this clarification.

5. Section 1.9 – Personnel Requirements – the SWANA Transfer Station Operations
Specialist certification should be noted as required for transfer station operations.

Section 1.9 has been revised to add this clarification.

6. Section 1.12 – Record Keeping Program – asphalt shingle recycling has been eliminated
from the record keeping list. Does this mean the program has been eliminated from
operations?

Yes. Asphalt shingle recycling has been eliminated.

7. Section 2.3.1 – Waste Receiving and Inspection – random waste screening is done at the
rate of one load per week at both the transfer station and the MSW landfill. Is this rate
sufficient to meet the 1% minimum requirement? Should that rate be increased for the
MSW landfill? For the transfer station? How many loads are received at each facility
weekly?

To address the 1% criteria and as a much larger tonnage is received at the MSW landfill
than the transfer station, the second sentence of the second paragraph of Section 2.3.1
has been revised as follows:

“At least two vehicles per week entering the MSW landfill and one vehicle per week
entering the transfer station, but not less than 1% based on number of loads entering the
landfill or transfer station (based on the previous week’s total), will be randomly selected
by inspection personnel.”

8. Section 2.3.1 – Waste Receiving and Inspection – last paragraph of this section – who is
the “designated primary inspector”?

Reference to “the designated primary inspector” has been changed to “a trained member
of the supervisory staff”.

9. Section 2.4.4.1 – Asbestos Management – 2nd paragraph – will these records of asbestos
disposal be available at the landfill for inspection?

Yes. These records are available at the landfill facility.

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10. Section 2.4.6.1- Tarps (Tarpomatic) – “Daily or intermediate cover soil is used as cover
every Friday or whenever inclement weather is forecasted.” The facility’s cover log
should reflect this. Also, does this mean that the tarp is not used on Fridays? Please
clarify the intent.

This sentence in Section 2.4.6.1 has been revised as follows:

“Daily or intermediate cover soil is used as cover at least once per week and whenever
inclement weather is forecasted which may compromise the tarps.”

11. Section 2.7 – Convenience Center Operations – 3rd paragraph – County personnel do not
remove Freon – this is done by a contracted vendor. Please correct this. Also, 4th
paragraph – do County staff transport tires to a tire recycler or does the contracted
vendor transport the tire trailers? Please clarify.

Section 2.7 has been revised to state that either County or Contractor personnel can
perform these activities. Only trained personnel will be tasked with removal of Freon.

12. Section 2.8 – HHW Collection Facility Operations – states that hazardous wastes are
accepted from conditionally exempt small quantity generators. Is this permissible as it is
not household hazardous waste?

Section 2.8 has been revised to state that the household hazardous waste (HHW)
collection facility accepts only household hazardous wastes and from County residents.

Appendix D – Mobile Home Deconstruction

13. Section 2.5 – Deconstruction of Mobile Homes – change text to reflect where non-
recyclable C&D waste goes, as the C&D landfill is closed.

Section 2.5 has been revised to state that waste will be disposed of in the County’s MSW
landfill unit.

Appendix E – HHW Plan

14. Section 1.0 – Overview – Should reference be made to the face that the contractor’s
facility in Forsyth County also accepts HHW from Davidson Co. residents as a part of the
County’s HHW program? Are records kept for these materials and included in reports to
DWM?

As contractor handling HHW could change in the future, this may be too specific. Thus
the text remains unchanged. Also, the contractor is responsible for their own reporting
requirements.

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15. Section 2.5 – Accumulation Time – 2nd paragraph – “a complete inventory log of materials
will be kept on site. “ Is this actual practice?

Section 2.5 has been revised to state that, in general, household hazardous wastes are
removed from the facility by the contractor at the end of each day of operations. The
contractor will maintain an inventory log of any stored HHW materials.

16. Section 2.10 – Training Plan – last paragraph – are training records kept onsite now or is
this a new procedure? Training records have not been available for inspection to date.

Section 2.10 has been revised to clarify that training is the responsibility of the
contractor. Thus, the contractor is responsible for maintaining training records.

17. Section 2.10 – Training Plan – last paragraph – is the “solid waste department office” the
operations manager’s office located at near the transfer station? If other, please specify.

Yes

18. Section 2.12 – Operation/Emergency Equipment + PPE – 3rd paragraph – Is this a new
procedure? Who will be doing the weekly inspecting? Where will the records be
maintained?

Section 2.12 has been revised to eliminate the stated weekly inspections and note that
the level of PPE will be as directed by the contractor.

19. Section 3.6 – Revisions – last line – will there be a record of the annual review of the
contingency plan? Who will be responsible for conducting the annual review?

Section 3.6 has been revised to eliminate the stated annual review. Review by the County
will occur periodically.

20. Section 3.12 - item 3) – who will conduct periodic drills? Will there be a record
maintained of these drills?

Section 3.12 has been revised to eliminate the stated periodic drills. Given the limited
size of the facility and limited personnel, evacuation can occur rapidly.

Related to the comments on the HHW Plan, the HHW Plan has been generally revised to
clarify the role/responsibilities of the contractor, who is responsible for the majority of the
waste related tasks.

Enclosed is a revised Operations Manual which reflects the changes described herein.
Please contact us at your earliest convenience should you have any questions or comments
or if you require additional information related to this submittal.

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Sincerely,
SMITH GARDNER, INC.

Joan A. Smyth, P.G. Pieter K. Scheer, P.E.
Vice President, Senior Hydrogeologist Vice President, Senior Engineer
[e-mail] [e-mail]

Enclosure: Revised Operations Manual

cc: Rex Buck, Davidson County
Steven Sink, Davidson County
Perry Sugg, P.G., NC DEQ - DWM
Susan Heim, NC DEQ - DWM
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Operations Manual

Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

Prepared for:

Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management Department
Lexington, North Carolina

September 2017
Revised: February 2018

© 2018 Smith Gardner, Inc.
This document is intended for the sole use of the client for which it was prepared and
for the purpose agreed upon by the client and Smith Gardner, Inc.
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Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

Operations Manual

Table of Contents
Page

1.0 GENERAL FACILITY OPERATIONS ...................................................................................... 1 
1.1 Contact Information .................................................................................................. 1 
1.1.1 Davidson County (County) ............................................................................. 2 
1.1.2 North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality ................................ 2 
1.2 Facility Operating Hours ........................................................................................... 3 
1.3 Site Access ................................................................................................................. 3 
1.3.1 Physical Restraints ....................................................................................... 3 
1.3.2 Security .......................................................................................................... 3 
1.4 Signage ...................................................................................................................... 4 
1.4.1 Waste Limit Markers ..................................................................................... 4 
1.5 Communications........................................................................................................ 4 
1.6 Fire Control ................................................................................................................ 4 
1.6.1 Open Burning ................................................................................................ 4 
1.6.2 Fire Tetrahedron ........................................................................................... 5 
1.6.3 Equipment ..................................................................................................... 5 
1.6.4 General Fire Management Strategies .......................................................... 5 
1.6.5 Fires Within Disposal Areas.......................................................................... 6 
1.6.6 Fires within the Transfer Station or in Transfer Trailers ............................ 6 
1.6.7 Notification .................................................................................................... 7 
1.6.8 Coordination With Local Fire Department ................................................... 7 
1.7 Severe Weather Conditions ....................................................................................... 7 
1.7.1 Ice Storms ..................................................................................................... 7 
1.7.2 Heavy Rains ................................................................................................... 7 
1.7.3 Electrical Storms .......................................................................................... 8 
1.7.4 Windy Conditions ........................................................................................... 8 
1.7.5 Violent Storms ............................................................................................... 8 
1.8 Equipment Requirements ......................................................................................... 8 
1.9 Personnel Requirements .......................................................................................... 8 
1.10 Health and Safety ...................................................................................................... 8 
1.10.1 Personal Hygiene ......................................................................................... 9 
1.10.2 Personal Protective Equipment .................................................................. 9 
1.10.3 Mechanical Equipment Hazard Prevention .............................................. 10 
1.10.4 Employee Health and Safety...................................................................... 10 
1.10.5 Physical Exposure ...................................................................................... 10 
1.10.6 Safety Data Sheets ..................................................................................... 10 

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1.11 Utilities ..................................................................................................................... 10 
1.12 Record Keeping Program........................................................................................ 11 
2.0 WASTE HANDLING OPERATIONS ......................................................................................13 
2.1 Acceptable Wastes .................................................................................................. 13 
2.1.1 MSW Waste - MSW Landfill Unit or Transfer Station ................................ 13 
2.1.2 C&D Waste – Transfer Station .................................................................... 13 
2.2 Prohibited Wastes ................................................................................................... 14 
2.2.1 MSW Landfill Unit or Transfer Station ....................................................... 14 
2.2.2 C&D Waste - Transfer Station .................................................................... 15 
2.3 Waste Screening Programs .................................................................................... 16 
2.3.1 Waste Receiving and Inspection ................................................................. 17 
2.3.2 Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan ........................................................... 18 
2.4 Waste Disposal ........................................................................................................ 18 
2.4.1 Access .......................................................................................................... 18 
2.4.2 General Procedures .................................................................................... 19 
2.4.3 MSW Landfill Unit ........................................................................................ 20 
2.4.3.1 Cell Operations and Phasing ........................................................ 20 
2.4.3.2 Cell Activation ............................................................................... 20 
2.4.3.3 Placement of Initial Lift ................................................................ 21 
2.4.3.4 Equipment Operations Within the Landfill .................................. 21 
2.4.3.5 Tipper Operations (If Applicable) ................................................. 22 
2.4.4 Special Waste Management ....................................................................... 22 
2.4.4.1 Asbestos Management ................................................................. 22 
2.4.4.2 Sewage Sludge Management ....................................................... 23 
2.4.4.3 Spoiled Food and Animal Waste .................................................. 23 
2.4.5 Daily or Periodic Cover ............................................................................... 24 
2.4.6 Alternate Daily Cover .................................................................................. 24 
2.4.6.1 Tarps (Tarpomatic) ....................................................................... 24 
2.4.6.2 Posi-Shell ..................................................................................... 25 
2.4.6.3 Other Materials/Methods ............................................................. 25 
2.4.7 Intermediate Cover ..................................................................................... 25 
2.4.8 Height Monitoring ....................................................................................... 26 
2.5 Deconstruction of Mobile Homes ........................................................................... 26 
2.6 Transfer Station Operations .................................................................................... 26 
2.6.1 Waste Receipt .............................................................................................. 26 
2.6.2 Tipping Floor Operations ............................................................................ 26 
2.6.3 Container Loading and Transport .............................................................. 26 
2.6.4 Equipment Operations Within the Transfer Station ................................... 27 
2.6.5 Daily Cleaning .............................................................................................. 27 
2.6.6 Weekly Cleaning .......................................................................................... 27 
2.6.7 Material Recovery ....................................................................................... 27 
2.7 Convenience Center Operations ............................................................................. 28 
2.8 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Operations ................................ 29 
2.9 Storm Debris ........................................................................................................... 29 
3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................31 

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3.1 Surface Water Control............................................................................................. 31 
3.1.1 Surface Water Run-On Control ................................................................... 31 
3.1.2 Active Face Run-Off Control ....................................................................... 32 
3.1.3 Separation of Stormwater/Leachate .......................................................... 32 
3.1.4 Erosion Control ........................................................................................... 32 
3.1.5 Sedimentation Control ................................................................................ 33 
3.1.6 NPDES Requirements ................................................................................. 33 
3.2 Leachate Management ............................................................................................ 33 
3.2.1 Leachate Collection System (LCS) ............................................................. 33 
3.2.1.1 Drainage Aggregate Maintenance ............................................... 34 
3.2.1.2 Collection Pipe Cleanout .............................................................. 34 
3.2.1.3 Leachate Removal ........................................................................ 34 
3.2.1.4 O&M of Leachate Pumps and Storage Tanks .............................. 35 
3.2.2 Leachate Quality Sampling ......................................................................... 35 
3.2.3 Record Keeping ........................................................................................... 35 
3.2.4 Leachate Contingency Plan ........................................................................ 36 
3.2.5 Leachate Release Prevention Plan ............................................................ 36 
3.3 Leachate Management – Transfer Station ............................................................. 36 
3.4 Water Quality Monitoring ........................................................................................ 37 
3.5 Landfill Gas (LFG) Management ............................................................................. 37 
3.5.1 MSW Landfill Units ...................................................................................... 37 
3.5.2 C&D Landfill Unit (Closed) .......................................................................... 38 
3.6 Landfill Gas (LFG) Monitoring Plan......................................................................... 38 
3.6.1 Record Keeping ........................................................................................... 38 
3.7 Vector Control .......................................................................................................... 38 
3.7.1 MSW Landfill Unit ........................................................................................ 38 
3.7.2 Transfer Station .......................................................................................... 38 
3.8 Litter Control ........................................................................................................... 39 
3.9 Odor Control ............................................................................................................ 39 
3.9.1 MSW Landfill Units ...................................................................................... 39 
3.9.2 Transfer Station .......................................................................................... 39 
3.10 Dust Control............................................................................................................. 39 
3.11 Air Quality ................................................................................................................ 39 
3.12 Leachate Seeps ....................................................................................................... 40 

FIGURE
Figure 1 Transfer Station Site Plan

APPENDICES
Appendix A Fire Occurrence Notification Form
Appendix B Paint Filter Liquids Test
Appendix C Waste Screening Form
Appendix D Mobile Home Deconstruction (Revised: February 2018)
Appendix E Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Plan (Revised: February 2018)

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Appendix F Leachate Release Prevention Plan
Appendix G Operations Testing Memo

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1.0 GENERAL FACILITY OPERATIONS
This Operations Manual was prepared for operations of the Davidson County Landfill facility
(Permit No. 29-06) located near Lexington. This document discusses the operation of the
following landfill units and other solid waste management activities:

 Lined Subtitle D municipal solid waste (MSW) Landfill Units (Phase 1 (Closed); Phase
2 (Active)) (including mobile home deconstruction area);
 Transfer Station:
o Small MSW Loads (transfer to active MSWLF)
o Construction and Demolition Debris (C&D) (transfer to C&D recycling facility
and/or to active MSWLF)
 LFG Extraction/Electric Generation Facility (Davidson Gas Producers);
 Convenience Center:
o Small MSW Loads
o Recyclables
o Used Motor Oil and Filters
o Automotive and Rechargeable Batteries
o Consumer Electronics
o White Goods Collection and Processing
o Used Tires
 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility.

Refer to Drawing S1 (Existing Conditions) (Attachment L of Phase 2 Area 3 Permit to Construct
application) for the location of existing and proposed landfill units and other solid waste
management activities.

The information contained herein was prepared to provide facility personnel with a clear
understanding of how the Design Engineer assumed that the completed facility would be
operated and how regulatory operations criteria will be met. While deviations from the
operations procedures outlined herein may be acceptable, they must be reviewed and approved
by the NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Division of Waste Management (DWM)
prior to implementation. Additionally, the Design Engineer should be consulted regarding any
changes which may affect the design of the facility. Please refer to the appropriate permit
application for a detailed discussion and calculations for the individual components of each
landfill unit, including phasing plans.

1.1 Contact Information
All correspondence and questions concerning the operation of the Davidson County
Landfill facility should be directed to the appropriate County and State personnel listed
below. For fire or police emergencies dial 911.

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1.1.1 Davidson County (County)
Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management Department
220 Davidson County Landfill Road
Lexington, NC 27292
Phone: [phone]

Operations Manager: Steven Sink

1.1.2 North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
North Carolina DEQ - Raleigh Central Office (RCO)
217 W. Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27603
1646 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1646
Phone/Fax: [phone]

North Carolina DEQ - Asheville Regional Office (ARO)
2090 US Highway 70
Asheville, NC 28778
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

North Carolina DEQ - Winston-Salem Regional Office (WSRO)
450 West Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Phone: [phone]

Division of Waste Management (DWM) - Solid Waste Section:

Field Operations Branch Head: Jason Watkins (WSRO)
Western District Supervisor: Deb Aja (ARO)
Environmental Senior Specialist: Susan Heim (WSRO)
Permitting Engineer: Ming Chao, P.E. (WSRO)

Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources - Land Quality Section:

Regional Engineer: Matthew Gantt, P.E. (WSRO)

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1.2 Facility Operating Hours
Normal hours of operation will be 7:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Monday through Friday and 8:00
A.M. to 4:30 P.M. on Saturday. The facility will be closed on Sunday and on holidays as
designated by the County.

The HHW collection facility is open from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. the first Saturday of each
month and by appointment or at other times as designated by the County.

The County may elect to modify these hours from time to time.

1.3 Site Access
The site will be accessed by the existing entrances on Davidson County Landfill Road and
Lower Lake Road (transfer station, convenience center, etc.) and the entrance off of Old
U.S. Highway 29 (Phase 2 MSWLF unit). Scales and a scale house are provided at each
entrance. With the exception of small waste loads, all waste entering the facility will be
weighed. Further, waste containers from the transfer station and/or convenience center
are weighed prior to disposal in the landfill or transfer to a recycling facility.

1.3.1 Physical Restraints
Limiting access to the landfill facility is important for the following reasons:

 Unauthorized and illegal dumping of waste materials is prevented.
 Trespassing, and injury resulting therefrom, is discouraged.
 The risk of vandalism is greatly reduced.

Access to active areas of the landfill will be controlled by a combination of fences
and natural barriers, and strictly enforced operating hours. A landfill attendant
will be on duty at all times when the facility is open for public use to enforce
access restrictions (see also Section 1.2). Each entrance has a gate which will be
securely locked during non-operating hours.

1.3.2 Security
Frequent inspections of gates and fences will be performed by landfill personnel.
The County will arrange for a random security patrol of the landfill entrances to
further discourage trespassing. Evidence of trespassing, vandalism, or illegal
operation will be reported to the Operations Manager.

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1.4 Signage
A prominent sign(s) containing the information required by the DWM will be placed at the
main landfill entrance(s). This sign(s) will list the permit number and provide
information on operating hours, operating procedures, acceptable wastes, and
emergency contact(s). Additional signage will be provided as necessary within the
landfill complex to distinctly distinguish the roadway to the active landfill unit(s). Service
and maintenance roads for use by facility staff will be clearly marked and barriers (e.g.,
traffic cones, barrels, etc.) will be provided as required.

1.4.1 Waste Limit Markers
During construction or closure of landfill units, waste limit markers will be used
to identify the permitted limits of waste. The waste markers will be constructed
of non-degradable material and will state “Waste Limits” or “Edge of Liner” in
bold lettering. Offsets are acceptable such that all wording is clear to the DWM
and operational staff. The waste markers will be maintained and replaced when
damaged.

1.5 Communications
Two-way radio communication will be maintained between the active landfill unit and the
landfill scale house(s) and office. The scale house(s) and office have telephones in case
of emergency and for the conduct of day-to-day business. Emergency telephone
numbers are displayed in these locations.

1.6 Fire Control
The possibility of fire within the landfill or a piece of equipment must be anticipated in
the daily operation of the facility. Potential fire hazards include both surface conditions
and subsurface conditions. Surface conditions include equipment operations and newly
placed waste. Subsurface conditions include existing waste previously landfilled.

1.6.1 Open Burning
With the exception of the controlled burning of land clearing debris generated
on-site or from emergency clean-up operations, no opening burning is allowed at
the facility. Controlled burning will occur only if permitted or approved by the
DWM, the Division of Air Quality (DAQ), and the local fire department.

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1.6.2 Fire Tetrahedron1
To better understand the properties of fire, the
fundamental methods to extinguish it must be
understood. The fire “tetrahedron” illustrates the rule
that in order to ignite and burn, each component of the
tetrahedron (fuel, oxygen, heat, and chemical chain
reaction) represents a property of flaming fire. A fire
is prevented or extinguished by “removing” any one of them. A fire naturally
occurs when the elements are combined in the right mixture (e.g., more heat
needed for igniting some fuels, unless there is concentrated oxygen). The fire
tetrahedron is a more modern adaptation of the traditional fire “triangle”
recognizing the chemical reactions that may occur as a component - “the
uninhibited chain reaction”. This chain reaction is the feedback of heat to the
fuel to produce the gaseous fuel used in the flame. In other words, the chain
reaction provides the heat necessary to maintain the fire. These principles are
integral in the prevention and management of potential fire situations. Please
note this information is considered as a basis of understanding which may be
superseded by the direction and skill of the local Fire Marshal.

1.6.3 Equipment
A combination of factory installed fire suppression systems and/or portable fire
extinguishers will be operational on all pieces of heavy equipment at all times.
Potential fire hazards are created from the build-up of fine, dry dust particles on
and around operational motors and control panels. The presence of these build-
ups can cause overheating and potential fire if periodic equipment cleaning and
maintenance are not practiced. Portable fire extinguishers should be maintained
in a state of readiness on each piece of moving equipment and equipment should
be cleaned periodically.

1.6.4 General Fire Management Strategies
Each fire situation is site specific; however, general strategies for active fire
management include the following (in no particular order):

 Accelerated high temperature combustion (displacing fuel);
 Covering of burning material with soil (reduce oxygen);
 Covering of burning material with foams (reduce oxygen);
 Flooding of burning material with water (reduce heat);
 Injecting an inert gas such as CO2 (reduce oxygen);
 Excavating the burning material (displacing fuel) and then extinguishing it

1 National Fire Protection Association (www.nfpa.org).

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in small controlled areas; and
 Applying extinguishing agents that will interfere with and inhibit the
combustion process at the molecular level (break the chemical reaction).

1.6.5 Fires Within Disposal Areas
Fires within the landfill disposal areas will be limited by the use of daily/periodic
cover as a fire break and control of "hot" loads entering the landfill. Landfill
personnel at the scale house will turn away all trucks containing waste that is
suspected to be hot. If a hot load is placed on the working face, then the load will
be spread as thin as possible and daily cover soil will be immediately placed on
the waste to extinguish the fire.

In general, fires that break out close to the surface of the disposal area should be
excavated and smothered with cover material. Deep fires should be smothered
out by placing moist soil on the surface and by constructing soil barriers around
the fire. Where the smothering technique fails, the burning material must be
excavated and smothered or quenched with water once the burning material is
brought to the surface. Water is usually not effective unless it can be directly
applied to the burning material.

For the lined landfill unit(s), in the event a fire occurs in the first lift of waste
immediately above the protective cover layer, the possibility of damage to
geosynthetics and collection piping exists. Once the fire is extinguished, the
residue must be removed to allow limited inspection of the geosynthetics and
piping. Damaged sections of geosynthetics, piping, etc. must be removed and
replaced with new items of the same or equal material. The new materials must
be placed in accordance with the technical specifications and construction quality
assurance (CQA) documents prepared for this facility.

1.6.6 Fires within the Transfer Station or in Transfer Trailers
Fires within the transfer station or in transfer trailers will be limited by the
control of “hot” loads entering the facility. Facility personnel at the scale house
will alert appropriate staff and direct all vehicles containing waste that is
suspected to be hot to the transfer station tipping floor where the hot load can be
extinguished. If smoldering or burning waste is discovered on the tipping floor,
then the waste will be segregated, spread as thin as possible, and the fire will be
extinguished. No “hot” material will be loaded onto transfer trailers.

Transfer trailer fires are uncommon, but may occur when open trailers are
loosely loaded with combustible waste materials. If smoke or fire are observed
in a loaded waste transfer trailer, the fire must be immediately reported to the
Operations Manager. If possible, the load should be immediately doused with

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water (spigot and hose located inside transfer station). If possible, the transfer
trailer should be slowly moved from the loading bay, moved at least 100 feet
away from the building, and disconnected from the truck cab. The Operations
Manager will evaluate the situation and response, and, if necessary, call 911.

1.6.7 Notification
The County will verbally notify the DWM (see Section 1.1.2) within 24 hours of
discovery of a fire within any landfill disposal area or at the transfer station. In
addition, written documentation describing the fire, the actions carried out to
extinguish the fire, and a strategy for preventing future occurrences will be
provided to the DWM within 15 days following any such occurrence using the
DWM’s Fire Occurrence Notification Form (see Appendix A).

1.6.8 Coordination With Local Fire Department
A copy of this Operations Manual will be filed with the local fire department
including all contact information for the facility.

1.7 Severe Weather Conditions
Unusual weather conditions can directly affect the operation of the landfill facility. Some
of these weather conditions and recommended operational responses are as follows.

1.7.1 Ice Storms
An ice storm can make access to the facility dangerous, prevent movement or
placement of cover soil, and, thus, may require closure of the facility until the ice
is removed or has melted.

1.7.2 Heavy Rains
Exposed soil surfaces can create a muddy situation in some portions of the
facility during rainy periods. The control of drainage and use of crushed stone on
unpaved roads should provide all-weather access for the site and promote
drainage away from critical areas. In areas where the aggregate surface is
washed away or otherwise damaged, new aggregate should be used for repair.

Intense rains can affect newly constructed drainage structures such as swales,
diversions, cover soils, and vegetation. After such a rain event, inspection by
facility personnel will be initiated and corrective measures taken to repair any
damage found before the next rainfall.

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1.7.3 Electrical Storms
The open area of the facility is susceptible to the hazards of an electrical storm.
If necessary, activities will be temporarily suspended during such an event.
Refuge will be taken as necessary in the on-site buildings or in rubber-tired
vehicles.

1.7.4 Windy Conditions
Facility operations during a particularly windy period may require that the
working face be temporarily shifted to a more sheltered area. When this is done,
the previously exposed face will be immediately covered with cover soil.

1.7.5 Violent Storms
In the event of hurricane, tornado, or severe winter storm warning issued by the
National Weather Service, facility operations may be temporarily suspended until
the warning is lifted. Cover soil will be placed on exposed waste and buildings
and equipment will be properly secured to the extent deemed safe.

1.8 Equipment Requirements
The County will maintain on-site equipment required to perform the necessary site
activities. Periodic maintenance of all equipment and minor and major repair work will
be performed at designated maintenance zones.

1.9 Personnel Requirements
At least one member of the facility supervisory staff will be certified as a Manager of
Landfill Operations (MOLO) by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA)
(or other DWM-approved program) and operations staff will go through appropriate
training. At least one certified operator will be present on-site during times when waste
is being received at the landfill (SWANA Landfill Operations Specialist or other DWM-
approved program) or transfer station (SWANA Transfer Station Operations Specialist or
other DWM-approved program). As part of this training, personnel learn to recognize
loads which may contain prohibited wastes.

1.10 Health and Safety
All aspects of the facility operations were developed with the health and safety of the
operating staff, customers, and neighbors in mind. Prior to commencement of
operations of the facility, a member of the operating staff will be designated site safety
officer. This individual, together with the facility's management will modify the site

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safety and emergency response program to remain consistent with SWANA and
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance.

Safety equipment provided includes equipment rollover protective cabs, seat belts,
audible reverse warning devices, hard hats, safety shoes, and first aid kits. Facility
personnel will be encouraged to complete the American Red Cross Basic First Aid
Course. Other safety requirements as designated by the County will also be
implemented.

Facility employees will be routinely trained in health and safety by supervisory staff. All
training will be documented. The following are some general recommendations for the
health and safety of workers:

1.10.1 Personal Hygiene
The following items are recommended as a minimum of practice:

 Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking.
 Wear personal protective equipment as described in Section 1.10.2.
 Wash, disinfect, and bandage ANY cut, no matter how small it is. Any
break in the skin can become a source of infection.
 Keep fingernails closely trimmed and clean (dirty nails can harbor
pathogens).

1.10.2 Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be evaluated as to the level of
protection necessary for particular operating conditions and then made available
to facility employees. The list below includes the PPE typically used and/or
required in a solid waste management facility workplace.

 Safety shoes or boots with steel toes.
 Safety vest and/or shirt/jacket.
 Noise reduction protection should be used in areas where extended
exposure to continuous high decibel levels are expected.
 Disposable rubber latex or chemical resistant gloves for handling and/or
sampling of waste materials.
 Dust filter masks (voluntary).
 Hard hats (in designated areas).

Following use, PPE’s should be disposed of or adequately cleaned, dried, or
readied for reuse.

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1.10.3 Mechanical Equipment Hazard Prevention
All equipment should be operated with care and caution. All safety equipment
such as horns, backup alarms, and lights should be functional. A Lockout-
Tagout program will be used to identify equipment in need or under repair and
insure that operation is “off-limits” prior to maintenance or repair. All operators
will be trained in the proper operation of equipment.
1.10.4 Employee Health and Safety
Some general safety rules are:

 Consider safety first when planning and conducting activities.
 Review the equipment O&M manual(s) prior to attempting
repairs/changes.
 Remember the buddy system for repair of mechanical equipment.
 Post emergency contact phone numbers.
 Provide easy and visible access to the Right to Know materials.
 Provide easy and visible access to first aid kits and fire extinguishers.

1.10.5 Physical Exposure
Facility personnel may come in contact with the fluids, solids, and airborne
constituents found at the facility. Routine training should be conducted
regarding the individual and collective materials used at the facility and their
associated hazards. Training concerning safe work practices around these
potential exposures should cover the use of equipment and proper disposal
procedures.

1.10.6 Safety Data Sheets
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) will be made available for all chemicals stored on site
for use at the facility. SDS will be stored in a location with all other Right to
Know information for the site.

1.11 Utilities
Electrical power, water, telephone, and restrooms will be provided at each scale house
and the office.

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1.12 Record Keeping Program
The County will maintain the following records in an operating record at the facility:

A. Current permit(s) (Permit to Construct, Permit to Operate, etc.);
B. Current operations manual/plan(s) and engineering plan for each landfill
unit;
C. Inspection reports;
D. Audit and compliance records;
E. Annual reports (including survey and other documentation related to airspace
usage in landfill units);
F. Waste inspection records (see Section 2.3.1);
G. Daily tonnage records - including source of generation;
H. Waste determination records (if applicable);
I. Quantity, location of disposal, generator, and special handling procedures for
all special wastes disposed of at the site;
J. List of generators and haulers that have attempted to dispose of restricted
wastes;
K. Employee training procedures and records of training completed;
L. All ground water monitoring and surface water quality information (See the
current Water Quality Monitoring Plan) including:
1. Monitoring well construction records;
2. Sampling dates and results;
3. Statistical analyses (if applicable); and
4. Results of inspections, repairs, etc.
M. LFG monitoring results and remedial measures as required (see the current
LFG Monitoring Plan);
N. All closure and post-closure information, where applicable, including:
1. Notification of intent to close;
2. Testing;
3. Certification; and
4. Recording.
O. Cost estimates or financial assurance documentation;
P. A notation of the date of cover placement;
Q. Documentation of approval for controlled burning (Date of Approval/Name of
Approving DWM personnel) (see Section 1.6.1);
R. Documentation of cell activation (see Section 2.4.3.2);
S. NPDES records (see Section 3.1.6);
T. Documentation of cleaning and inspection activities for leachate collection
piping (see Section 3.2.1.2);
U. Leachate records (see Section 3.2.3);
V. Documentation of mobile home deconstruction (see Appendix D);
W. Weekly leachate storage tank area inspection records (see Appendix F);
X. Annual leachate release prevention training (see Appendix F); and

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Y. Semi-annual operations training and testing (see Appendix G).

The operating record will be kept up to date by the Operations Manager or his designee.
It will be presented upon request to the DWM for inspection. A copy of this Operations
Manual will be kept at the landfill and will be available for use at all times.

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2.0 WASTE HANDLING OPERATIONS
This section describes the required waste handling operations for the Davidson County Landfill
facility. In addition to the MSW and C&D waste disposed of at or transferred from this facility,
the County also processes recyclables, scrap tires, white goods, and household hazardous
wastes (HHW). These materials are stored at the landfill facility until there are sufficient
quantities for pick up by various recycling contractors.

Note that clean wood waste is not handled at the landfill facility, but instead is directed to
TODCO, Inc. a nearby private enterprise which accepts and processes wood waste for reuse as
mulch.

2.1 Acceptable Wastes
2.1.1 MSW Waste - MSW Landfill Unit or Transfer Station
Non-hazardous solid waste as defined by NCGS 130A-290(a)(35) generated within
the approved service area may be disposed of in the MSW landfill unit or
accepted at the transfer station. In addition, the special wastes described in
Section 2.4.4 and waste from the deconstruction of mobile homes described in
Section 2.5 may also be disposed of in the MSW landfill unit.

Note that MSW accepted at the transfer station will be kept separate from C&D
wastes designated for transfer to an approved C&D recycling facility (see Section
2.6).

2.1.2 C&D Waste – Transfer Station
Only the following wastes generated within the approved service area may be
accepted as segregated C&D waste at the transfer station (for transfer to an
approved C&D recycling facility (currently Abbey Green, Inc., NC Solid Waste
Permit No. 34-24)):

 Construction and Demolition (C&D) Solid Waste: as defined in 15A NCAC
13B.0532(8) means solid waste resulting solely from construction,
remodeling, repair, or demolition operations on pavement and buildings
or structures. C&D waste does not include municipal and industrial
wastes that may be generated by the on-going operations at buildings or
structures.
 Inert Debris: as defined in 15A NCAC 13B.0101(22) means concrete,
brick, concrete block, uncontaminated soil, gravel and rock, and
untreated and unpainted wood.

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 Land Clearing Waste: as defined in 15A NCAC 13B.0101(23) means solid
waste which is generated solely from land-clearing activities, limited to
stumps, trees, limbs, brush, grass, and other naturally occurring
vegetative material.
 Asphalt: in accordance with NCGS 130A-294(m).
 Industrial solid waste that is generated by mobile or modular home
manufacturers and asphalt shingle manufacturers. The waste must be
separated at the manufacturing site to exclude municipal solid waste,
hazardous waste, and other waste prohibited from disposal in a
Construction and Demolition Landfill.
 Other Wastes as Approved by the Solid Waste Section of the Division of
Waste Management.

Segregated C&D wastes not deemed suitable for transfer to an approved C&D
recycling facility may be disposed of in the MSW landfill unit.

2.2 Prohibited Wastes
2.2.1 MSW Landfill Unit or Transfer Station
The following wastes are prohibited from disposal within the MSW landfill unit or
acceptance at the transfer station:

 Used Oil and Motor Vehicle Oil Filters;
 Yard Trash;
 White Goods;
 Antifreeze (ethylene glycol);
 Aluminum Cans;
 Whole Scrap Tires;
 Lead Acid Batteries;
 Certain Recyclable Rigid Plastic Containers (per NCGS 130A-
309.10(f)(11));
 Wooden Pallets;
 Oyster Shells; and
 Discarded Computer Equipment and Televisions.

In addition, operating criteria prohibit other materials from disposal within the
MSW landfill unit or acceptance at the transfer station. These materials include:

 Hazardous waste as defined by NCGS 130A-290(a)(8), including hazardous
waste from conditionally exempt small quantity generators.
 Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) wastes as defined in 40 CFR 761 with the
exception of trace amounts found in materials such as consumer
electronics.

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 Bulk or non-containerized liquid wastes unless the waste is household
waste other than septic waste and waste oil; or the waste is leachate or
gas condensate derived from the MSW landfill unit. A liquid
determination will be performed by the paint filter test (see Appendix B
for apparatus and procedure).
 Containers holding liquid wastes unless the waste is household waste.

Further, asbestos is not accepted at the transfer station.

2.2.2 C&D Waste - Transfer Station
Only wastes as defined in Section 2.1.2 above may be accepted at the transfer
station as segregated C&D waste. Prohibited wastes (within segregated C&D
waste) include waste exclusions listed in 15A NCAC 13B .0542 as follows:

 Wastewater treatment sludge. Wastewater treatment sludge may be
accepted, with the approval of the DWM, for utilization as a soil
conditioner and incorporated into or applied onto the vegetative soil layer
component of the final cover system. In this case, the sludge will be
applied at no greater than agronomic rates and to a maximum depth of
six inches.
 Containers such as tubes, drums, barrels, tanks, cans, and bottles unless
they are empty and perforated to ensure that no liquid, hazardous, or
municipal solid waste is contained therein;
 Garbage as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(7);
 Hazardous waste as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(8), to also include
hazardous waste from conditionally exempt small quantity generators;
 Industrial solid waste unless a demonstration has been made and
approved by the DWM that the landfill meets the requirements of Rule
.0503(2)(d)(ii)(A);
 Liquid wastes;
 Medical waste as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(18);
 Municipal solid waste as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(18a);
 Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) wastes as defined in 40 CFR 761;
 Radioactive waste as defined in G.S. 104E-5(14);
 Septage as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(32);
 Sludge as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(34);
 Special wastes as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(40);
 White goods as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(44); and
 Yard trash as defined in G.S. 130A-290(a)(45).

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The following wastes cannot be received (as segregated C&D waste) if separate
from C&D waste:

 Lamps or bulbs including but not limited to halogen, incandescent, neon
or fluorescent;
 Lighting ballast or fixtures;
 Thermostats and light switches;
 Batteries including but not limited to those from exit and emergency
lights and smoke detectors;
 Lead pipes;
 Lead roof flashing;
 Transformers;
 Capacitors;
 Copper chrome arsenate (CCA) and creosote treated woods; and
 Pallets.

Waste accepted at the transfer station (as segregated C&D waste) must be
readily identifiable as C&D waste and must not have been shredded, pulverized,
or processed to such an extent that the composition of the original waste cannot
be readily ascertained except as specified as follows:

 C&D waste that has been shredded, pulverized, or otherwise processed
may be accepted for disposal from a facility that has received a permit
from an authorized regulatory authority which specifies such activities
are inspected by the authority, and whose primary purpose is recycling
and reuse of the C&D material. For this case, a waste screening plan and
waste acceptance plan will be prepared and made available to the DWM
upon request.

The County will not dispose of C&D waste that is known to be generated within
the boundaries of a unit of local government that by ordinance:

(A) Prohibits generators or collectors of C&D waste from disposing
that type or form of C&D waste.
(B) Requires generators or collectors of C&D waste to recycle that
type or form of C&D waste.

2.3 Waste Screening Programs
In order to assure that prohibited wastes are not entering the landfill facility, screening
programs have been implemented. Waste received at both the scale house and waste
taken to the active landfill unit or the transfer station is inspected by trained personnel.
These individuals have been trained to spot indications of suspicious wastes, including:
hazardous placarding or markings, liquids, powders or dusts, sludges, bright or unusual
colors, drums or commercial size containers, and "chemical" odors. Screening

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programs for visual and olfactory characteristics of prohibited wastes are an ongoing
part of the facility operation.

Records of information gathered as part of the waste screening programs will be
maintained at the facility during its active life and as long as required by the County and
the DWM.

2.3.1 Waste Receiving and Inspection
All vehicles must stop at the scale house located near each entrance of the
facility and visitors are required to sign-in. All waste transportation vehicles are
weighed and the content of the load assessed. The scale attendant(s) requests
from the driver of the vehicle a description of the waste it is carrying to ensure
that unacceptable waste is not allowed into the facility. The attendant(s) then
visually checks the vehicle as it crosses the scale. Signs informing users of the
acceptable and unacceptable types of waste are posted at the scale house. Once
passing the scales, the vehicles are routed to the active landfill unit, transfer
station, or other area (convenience center, etc.) as appropriate.

Vehicles are randomly selected for screening on a regular basis, depending on
personnel available. At least two vehicles per week entering the MSW landfill
and one vehicle per week entering the transfer station, but not less than 1%
based on number of loads entering the landfill or transfer station (based on the
previous week’s total), will be randomly selected by inspection personnel. A
random truck number and time will be selected (e.g., the tenth load after 10:00
a.m.) on the day of inspections. However, if something suspicious is spotted in
any waste load, that load is inspected further.

Vehicles selected for inspection are directed to an area of intermediate cover
adjacent to the working face of the landfill or to an area of the tipping floor of the
transfer station where the vehicle will be unloaded. Waste is carefully spread
using suitable equipment. An attendant trained to identify wastes that are
unacceptable inspects the waste discharged at the screening site. If
unacceptable waste is found, including wastes generated from outside of the
service area, the load will be isolated and secured by berming or otherwise
blocking off the area. For unacceptable wastes that are non-hazardous, the
Operations Manager will then notify officials of the DWM (see Section 1.1.2)
within 24 hours of attempted disposal of any waste the facility is not permitted to
receive in order to determine the proper course of action. For unacceptable
wastes that are thought to be hazardous, the Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan
outlined in Section 2.3.2 will be followed. The hauler is responsible for removing
unacceptable waste from the facility property.

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If no unacceptable waste is found, the load will be pushed to the working face
and incorporated into the daily waste cell or loaded into a transfer trailer. All
random waste inspections will be documented by facility staff using the waste
screening form provided in Appendix C.

In addition to random waste screening described above, waste unloaded on the
active face of the landfill or on the tipping floor of the transfer station will be
inspected by the equipment operators, trained to spot unacceptable wastes,
before and during spreading and compaction or loading into transfer trailers.
Any suspicious looking waste is reported immediately to a trained member of the
supervisory staff for further evaluation.

2.3.2 Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan
In the event that identifiable hazardous waste or waste of questionable character
is detected at the facility, appropriate equipment, protective gear, personnel, and
materials as necessary will be employed to isolate the wastes. The DWM will be
notified immediately (see Section 1.1.2) that an attempt was made to dispose of
hazardous waste at the landfill. If the vehicle attempting disposal of such waste
is known, all attempts will be made to prevent that vehicle from leaving the site
or, if the vehicle has left the site, immediate notice will be served on the owner of
the vehicle that hazardous waste, for which they have responsibility, has been
disposed of at the facility.

The County will assist the DWM as necessary and appropriate in the removal and
disposition of the hazardous waste and in the prosecution of responsible parties.
If needed, the hazardous waste will be covered with either on-site soils or other
tarping material until such time when an appropriate method can be
implemented to properly handle the waste. The cost of the removal and
disposing of the hazardous waste will be charged to the owner of the vehicle
involved. Any vehicle owner or operator who knowingly dumps hazardous waste
in the landfill may be barred from using the facility.

Should an incident where hazardous waste is found at the facility occur, the event
will be documented by facility staff using the waste screening form provided in
Appendix C.

2.4 Waste Disposal
2.4.1 Access
Traffic will be clearly directed to the appropriate active access road. For the
active lined landfill unit(s), all vehicles entering the unit will use the active ramp
to avoid damaging the liner system. Traffic speed on the ramp should be less

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than 10 MPH. Rutting of gravel roadway surfaces must be repaired by placement
of additional gravel on the roadway and not solely by grading the rut. This will
maintain the separator geotextile placed below most gravel roadway surfaces.

The location of access roads during waste placement will be determined by
facility staff in order to reflect waste placement strategy. Additionally, access
will be maintained for site monitoring locations.

2.4.2 General Procedures
For the active landfill unit, waste transportation vehicles will arrive at the
working face at random intervals. There may be a number of vehicles unloading
waste at the same time, while other vehicles are waiting. In order to maintain
control over the unloading of waste, a certain number of vehicles will be allowed
on the working face at a time. The actual number will be determined by the
spotter (the spotter is typically the compactor operator). This procedure will be
used in order to minimize the potential of unloading un-acceptable waste and to
control disposal activity. Operations at the working face will be conducted in a
manner which will encourage the efficient movement of transportation vehicles
to and from the working face, and to expedite the unloading of waste.

The approach to the working face will be maintained such that two or more
vehicles may safely unload side by side (A minimum separation distance of 10
feet is encouraged.). A vehicle turn-around area large enough to enable vehicles
to arrive and turn around safely with reasonable speed will be provided adjacent
to the unloading area. The vehicles will back to a vacant area near the working
face to unload. Upon completion of the unloading operation, the transportation
vehicles will immediately leave the working face area. Personnel will direct
traffic as necessary to expedite safe movement of vehicles.

Waste unloading at the landfill will be controlled to prevent disposal in locations
other than those specified by site management. Such control will also be used to
confine the working face to a minimum width, yet allow safe and efficient
operations. The width and length of the working face will be maintained as small
as practical in order to maintain the appearance of the site, control windblown
waste, and minimize the amount of cover required each day. Normally, only one
working face will be active on any given day, with all deposited waste in other
areas covered by either daily/periodic, intermediate, or final cover, as
appropriate.

The procedures for placement and compaction of solid waste include: unloading
of vehicles, spreading of waste into 2 foot lifts (thicker lifts may be necessary at
the operators discretion depending on waste type and location of waste
placement), and compaction on relatively flat slopes (i.e. 5H:1V max.) using a
landfill compactor and a minimum number of three full passes.

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Caution will be used in wet conditions such that no waste will be placed into
ponded water. Likewise, surface water will not be allowed to be impounded over
waste.

Wind screens adjacent to active areas may be used as practical to control
windblown waste.

The use of portable signs with directional arrows and portable traffic barricades
will facilitate the unloading of wastes to the designated disposal locations. These
signs and barricades will be placed along the access route to the working face of
the landfill or other designated areas which may be established.

The removal of solid waste from any landfill unit is prohibited except upon
notification of the DWM (see Section 1.1.2). Regardless, the general public is
prohibited from any waste removal activities from any landfill unit.

2.4.3 MSW Landfill Unit
2.4.3.1 Cell Operations and Phasing
Each lined landfill unit is divided into cells. Each cell will be filled in
sequence until the entire footprint is covered with waste (for example for
Area 3, filling will occur in the following sequence: Cell 1A, Cell 1B, Cell
1C, Cell 2A, and Cell 2B). Phasing drawings are presented in the
appropriate permit application for each landfill unit.

It is advantageous to begin to establish final cover grades along the
perimeter berms as soon as is possible. This will allow earlier
construction of intermediate or final cover to promote "clean" runoff and
to spread out final cover construction costs.

2.4.3.2 Cell Activation
Before placing waste in a particular area of any cell, that area must be
connected to the leachate collection system (LCS) by removing (or
suitably perforating) the geosynthetic rain cover (if any) and/or making
any required piping connections such that all liquid collected in that area
will flow to the sump. Next, just ahead of waste placement operations,
the Type GT-S geotextile placed over the gravel columns is to be cut and
removed such that waste will be placed in direct contact with the coarse
aggregate.

Once an area has reached desired elevations or its effective capacity (as
judged by operations staff based on traffic flow, compaction, weather,

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etc.), operations will move to the next scheduled area. Prior to placing
waste in a new area, it must be connected to the LCS as described above.

2.4.3.3 Placement of Initial Lift
During waste placement operations, the landfill liner system is most
vulnerable during the placement of the first lift of waste. The first lift of
waste should be comprised of select loads spread on top of the protective
cover layer. These select loads must be free of long or large pieces of
waste that may push through the protective cover layer and damage the
liner system. Workers will be positioned near the working face to check
for any waste which could possibly penetrate the protective cover layer.
The first lift should be a minimum of four (4) feet thick and provide
sufficient area for at least one day's operation without placing other areas
of the liner in jeopardy.

The side slopes of the liner system are also vulnerable during placement
of the first lift of waste. As with the bottom slopes, the first lift of waste
against the side slopes should be comprised of select loads.

In the event that the facility staff identifies any damage to any part of the
landfill's liner system, they should immediately initiate its repair.
Additionally, they should document the damage and the repair as a part of
the operating record.

2.4.3.4 Equipment Operations Within the Landfill
Both the facility’s operational vehicles and waste transportation vehicles
must be restricted as follows within the lined landfill:

 Equipment operation directly on the protective cover will be
limited to rubber-tired vehicles having a maximum ground
contact, i.e., tire pressure, of less than 32 pounds per square inch
(psi).
 A minimum vertical separation of 3 feet will be maintained
between the geomembrane liner and all waste transportation
vehicles.
 A minimum vertical separation of 5 feet will be maintained
between the geomembrane liner and waste compactors.

The operation of vehicles within those portions of the landfill not actively
receiving waste should be restricted to activities associated with erosion
and sedimentation control.

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2.4.3.5 Tipper Operations (If Applicable)
The following guidelines will be used when using a tipper for dumping
larger waste transportation vehicles.

 The tipper must only be used per the manufacturer’s
recommendations and instructions;
 The tipper must be level from side to side (both at the front and
the back);
 All outrigger cylinders must contact their respective floats and the
base under the floats must be capable of withstanding the
necessary loadings;
 Be sure deck is cleared of all equipment and personnel;
 Never exceed the rated capacity of the tipper;
 It is important to maintain good housekeeping on, around, and
under the tipper. An accumulation of material or debris may
obstruct the freedom of operation of the tipper deck and related
components;
 The trailer must be designed for tipper use;
 Use caution when lowering the deck - watch out for personnel in
the immediate area;
 The deck must be safely supported before any maintenance or
service work is performed underneath;
 Tippers may not operate correctly when wind speeds exceed 40
mph.

2.4.4 Special Waste Management
2.4.4.1 Asbestos Management
The County may dispose of asbestos within the MSW landfill unit.
Asbestos will only be accepted if it has been processed and packaged in
accordance with State and Federal (40 CFR 61) regulations. Asbestos will
arrive at the site in vehicles that contain only the asbestos waste and only
after advance notification by the generator.

Once the hauler brings the asbestos to the landfill, the hauler will be
directed to the designated asbestos disposal area by facility staff. The
designated disposal area will be prepared by facility staff by leveling a
small area using a dozer or loader. Prior to disposal, the landfill
operators will stockpile cover soil near the designated asbestos disposal
area. The volume of soil stockpiled will be sufficient to cover the waste
and to provide any berms, etc. to maintain temporary separation from
other landfill traffic.

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Once placed in the prepared area, the asbestos waste will be covered with
a minimum of 18 inches of cover soil placed in a single lift. The surface of
the cover soil will be compacted and graded using a tracked dozer or
loader. The landfill compactor will be prohibited from operating over
asbestos disposal areas until at least 18 inches of cover is in-place.

The facility staff will record the approximate location and elevation of the
asbestos waste once cover is in-place (typically using a GPS device). The
Operations Manager will then review pertinent disposal and location
information to assure compliance with regulatory requirements and enter
the information into the Operating Record.

Once disposal and recording for asbestos waste is completed, the
disposal area may be covered with waste. No excavation into designated
asbestos disposal areas will be permitted.

In general, for the lined landfill unit(s), no asbestos will be stored over
gravel columns or over sump areas in order to minimize the potential for
future disturbance.

2.4.4.2 Sewage Sludge Management
Sewage sludge may be accepted for disposal within the MSW landfill unit
in accordance with Federal and State requirements. Sewage sludge will
be co-disposed along with other wastes if the sludge passes the liquids
restriction criteria (i.e., the Paint Filter Test) and has an acceptable
Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) test. Such testing will
be the responsibility of the generator, but facility staff may conduct spot
testing.

In order to minimize the potential for clogging of the leachate collection
and removal system, sewage sludge will not be placed within the first lift
of waste. Sewage sludge may also be used as a soil conditioner
incorporated into the vegetative soil layer of the final cover.

2.4.4.3 Spoiled Food and Animal Waste
The disposal of spoiled foods, animal carcasses, and other animal wastes
within the MSW landfill unit will be handled as follows:

 The generator of the material must call in advance to the landfill,
and a determination will be made as to whether or not the waste
will be accepted.

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 If the waste is approved, the generator will present the waste at a
predetermined time.
 An area for disposal will already have been prepared and the
waste will be covered immediately.

2.4.5 Daily or Periodic Cover
At the completion of waste placement each day, a 6 inch layer of earthen
material or approved alternate daily cover (see Section 2.4.6) will be placed over
the working face. This daily cover is intended to control vectors, fire, odors, and
blowing litter.

2.4.6 Alternate Daily Cover
The following alternate daily cover (ADC) materials may be used within the lined
landfill units at this facility using the general operations methods described
below:

 Tarps (Tarpomatic);
 Posi-Shell™; and/or
 Other materials/methods approved by the DWM.

2.4.6.1 Tarps (Tarpomatic)
The Tarpomatic apparatus consists of a 60-foot wide x 8-foot deep x 10-
foot tall tubular steel support frame, a diesel engine, a hydraulic pump,
stationary and remote control boxes, and a detachable 50-foot tarp spool.
The frame has two carrier arms at the top that will latch over the blade of
a compactor (or dozer) allowing the apparatus to become mobile when
needed. Each spool may carry three 40-foot x 100-foot tarps which
provide up to 12,000 square feet of coverage. Tarps are made from a
woven high density polyethylene fire retardant material with reinforced
seams and edges and connecting straps on each end. Heavy steel chains
are installed in pockets throughout the tarp to provide ballast to prevent
wind uplift. Carrier arm adjustment, tarp spool drive, and spool locking
levers are hydraulically controlled and are activated by the remote
control box located inside the compactor cab.

To operate the Tarpomatic, the operator will drive the compactor up to
the apparatus and align the blade with the carrier arms. The blade is
then lifted upward into the carrier arms, raising the frame off the ground.
Once the operator has positioned the compactor and Tarpomatic over the
area of waste to be covered, each tarp is applied to the surface while
backing over the waste. The tarp is unrolled at the same rate as the

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compactor movement so that it may be applied to the surface without
pulling the tarp through the waste. Once the tarp is completely applied,
the operator will detach the tarp straps and set the frame to the side.
Tarps are rolled back onto the spool in the reverse order.

Typically, the Tarpomatic is used to cover over the daily working face only.
As migration occurs throughout cell development, all traffic areas and
side slopes are covered with daily or intermediate cover soil. Severe
thunderstorms, high winds, or freezing precipitation may prohibit the use
of the Tarpomatic. Daily or intermediate cover soil is used as cover at
least once per week or whenever inclement weather is forecasted which
may compromise the tarps.

Tarps that become damaged will be repaired or replaced as necessary.

2.4.6.2 Posi-Shell
Posi-Shell™ will be applied over the working face daily, at a coverage rate
of at least one (1) gallon of Posi-Shell™ per 10 square feet. Greater
coverage may be necessary depending on wind, precipitation, or the
presence of potential vectors (i.e., birds). If all or part of an application of
Posi-Shell™ is washed off by precipitation, it will be re-applied on the
affected area.

Posi-Shell™ will be applied as needed for maintenance of areas with
exposed Posi-Shell™ that are not covered with waste or soil within one (1)
day. Posi-Shell™ applications that are exposed for 31 days will be
covered with either a lift of waste or with soil.

2.4.6.3 Other Materials/Methods
Other ADC materials/methods may be used upon approval by the DWM.
Materials and corresponding methods that have been approved for use at
other facilities may be used upon notification of the DWM (see Section
1.1.2). Materials/methods which have not been approved for use at other
facilities will require a demonstration period prior to approval.

2.4.7 Intermediate Cover
A 12 inch layer of soil cover should be placed on all waste surfaces that have not
received waste in 30 days but are below final elevation. This intermediate cover
should be seeded immediately and graded such that all precipitation run-off is
channeled to the surface water systems.

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2.4.8 Height Monitoring
Periodically the facility staff will monitor landfill top and side slope elevations
with a level. When such elevations approach design grades, the final top-of-
waste grades will be staked to limit over-placement of waste.

2.5 Deconstruction of Mobile Homes
The deconstruction of mobile homes is handled in an area adjacent to the MSW landfill
unit. A description of the process is provided in Appendix D.

2.6 Transfer Station Operations
2.6.1 Waste Receipt
All wastes received for processing at the transfer station will have been weighed-
in and visually inspected by scale house personnel (see Section 2.3). Vehicles to
be unloaded on the tipping floor will be directed by the waste spotter to back into
the transfer station building and unload onto the tipping floor (or, alternately for
small MSW loads, directly into containers). MSW and C&D wastes will be kept
separate as desired for recycling of C&D wastes. Figure 1 shows the site plan of
the transfer station including general traffic flow.

2.6.2 Tipping Floor Operations
Unloaded wastes will be visually inspected on the tipping floor (see Section 2.3).
Acceptable C&D and MSW wastes will be loaded into separate awaiting open-top
containers (transfer trailer or, alternatively, roll-off container(s)) in the loading
bay (lower floor of the building). The building has push walls on either side of the
tipping floor to aid operations staff in loading wastes into containers.

2.6.3 Container Loading and Transport
The waste loaded into each container should be placed to eliminate excessive
voids, irregularities, and protruding wastes to the extent possible. Each loaded
container will be covered with a tarp prior to leaving the loading bay. The
movement of containers on the site is the responsibility of the County. The
movement of containers to and from the site is the responsibility of either the
County or a contracted transfer trucking firm.

Once loaded, containers will be moved from the loading bay to await transport
either to a C&D recycling facility (segregated C&D wastes only) (currently Abbey
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landfill unit. The C&D recycling facility will be appropriately permitted to receive
waste from the transfer station’s service area. Waste can be stored in covered
containers at the facility after hours, but no longer than 24 hours except that a
minimal amount of waste may be stored for a maximum of 72 hours when the
facility is closed during a weekend or holiday.

2.6.4 Equipment Operations Within the Transfer Station
Equipment operations will be carried out in a safe manner to avoid damage to the
structure and transport vehicles.

2.6.5 Daily Cleaning
Daily cleaning will be used to control the potential for disease vectors, fire,
odors, blowing litter, and scavenging. Any waste remaining on the tipping floor at
the end of each day will be placed into a transfer trailer or roll-off container.
Additionally, the tipping floor will be swept clean at the end of each working day.
As small a working area as possible should be maintained on the tipping floor to
minimize the amount of daily cleanup required and the amount of leachate
generated.

2.6.6 Weekly Cleaning
A thorough cleaning of the transfer station will be performed at least on a weekly
basis. An anti-bacterial detergent shall be used once weekly to sanitize the work
area (tipping floor, push walls, and loading bay) which has been contacted by
waste (see Section 3.3 for management of leachate). Waste handling equipment
will also be washed at least weekly.

2.6.7 Material Recovery
The County may elect to perform some material recovery at the transfer station
for purposes of recycling and reuse. It is anticipated that most of the materials
to be recovered will arrive at the transfer area as C&D waste. Thus, MSW will
not be processed.

General procedures for material recovery will be as follows:

1. Staff will separate materials to be recovered on the tipping floor.
Materials to be recovered will meet the definition of recovered material
per NCGS 130A-290(a)(24)2.

2 "Recovered material" means a material that has known recycling potential, can be feasibly recycled, and has been
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2. Only the following materials may be recovered:

 Non-treated, non-painted clean wood (lumber);
 Pallets (damaged and un-damaged);
 Cardboard;
 Metal (ferrous and non-ferrous);
 Brick and block (undamaged and un-painted); and
 Concrete (non-asphaltic).

3. Materials to be recovered may stay on the tipping floor of the building (i.e.
not in containers) until the close of the business day. At the end of each
day, all recovered materials will be removed from the building and placed
in appropriately labeled bins or roll-off containers inside or outside the
transfer station. Brick and block and concrete may be stockpiled until a
load is generated (refer to Drawing S1 (Attachment L) for stockpile
location); it is used as on-site as beneficial fill; or it is removed from the
site for sale as fill, aggregate, etc.

Quantities of materials recovered will be documented by weight and reported on
the annual report for the landfill. In accordance with G.S. 130A-309.05(c),
seventy-five percent (75%), by weight or volume, of the recovered material stored
at a facility at the beginning of a calendar year commencing January 1, will be
removed from the facility through sale, use, or reuse by December 31 of the
same year.

2.7 Convenience Center Operations
The operation of the citizen’s convenience center is as follows:

The convenience center is set up with approximately eight roll-off containers and other
facilities for the collection and temporary storage of recyclables. The County currently
typically collects the following materials for recycling:

 Fiber (Newspaper, Cardboard, Mixed Residential Paper, and Office Paper);
 Glass Beverage Containers (Clear, Brown, and Green);
 Aluminum and Steel Cans;
 Recyclable Rigid Plastic Containers (#1 through #7);
 Textiles (Clothing, Bedding, Shoes/Belts, and Other Household Textiles);
 Automotive and Rechargeable Batteries;
 Used Motor Oil and Oil Filters;
 Consumer Electronics;
 White Goods and Scrap Metal; and
 Used Tires.

a material must meet the requirements of G.S. 130A-309.05(c).

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The list of accepted materials may change from time to time at the discretion of the
County and depending on available recycling markets.

Unacceptable wastes found in this area, if not otherwise prohibited, will be routed to
either the transfer station or MSW landfill as appropriate at the end of the business day.

Within the white goods handling area/building, trained County or contractor personnel
remove Freon, as necessary, and load the white goods into three to four large roll-off
containers along with other scrap metal. The County or a contractor periodically hauls
the full containers off site for recycling.

Used tires are collected in up to three tire trailers located near the scale house. Once
one or more trailers are full, the used tires are hauled by the County or a contractor to a
tire recycler for recycling.

A full time attendant looks over the convenience center operations.

2.8 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Operations
The household hazardous waste (HHW) collection facility accepts only household
hazardous wastes and from County residents. The facility is designed to handle HHW
from the following general categories: 1) yard and garden products; 2) automotive
products; 3) paints and solvents; 4) household cleaning products; and 5) miscellaneous
HHW. A detailed description of the operation of the HHW collection facility, including
procedures for both normal operations and a contingency plan for emergency situations,
is provided in Appendix E.

2.9 Storm Debris
The County has identified two sites at the facility for the management storm debris on a
temporary basis in case of emergency or natural disaster. These sites, which are shown
on Drawing S1 (Existing Conditions) (Attachment L of Phase 2 Area 3 Permit to Construct
application), are located to the east of the closed Holly Grove Landfill and at the
northeast end of the Phase 2 landfill unit (within future Area 4). The County will notify
the DWM (see Section 1.1.2) as soon as practical in the event that one or both of these
sites are to be utilized. The County will also notify the DWM once the last material is
removed.

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3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
This section reviews the overall environmental management tasks required for the successful
operation of the facility. Emphasis is given to the supplemental tasks required for the lined
landfill units.

3.1 Surface Water Control
As used herein, the definition of “surface water” is water which results from
precipitation or site run-on that has not contacted the waste.

Proper control of surface water at the facility will accomplish the following goals:

 Minimize the potential for the discharge of pollutants to waters of the United
States, including wetlands (point or non-point sources);
 Prevent the run-on of surface water into the landfill unit(s), the active face(s), or
the transfer station;
 Prevent the run-off of surface water that has come into contact with the waste
(i.e. leachate);
 Limit the erosion caused by surface waters;
 Limit sediments carried off-site by surface waters; and
 Maximize the SEPARATION of SURFACE water from LEACHATE.

Separate erosion and sedimentation control plans have been provided for the various
landfill units and other site activities. These plans describe both short and long term
engineered features and practices for preventing erosion and controlling sedimentation
at this site. The following is a brief discussion of some of these features and practices,
focusing more on the landfill units.

3.1.1 Surface Water Run-On Control
The perimeter berms and/or perimeter channels around the landfill unit(s) are
designed to prevent the run-on of surface water from adjacent land into the
landfill. Additional structures such as diversion berms, channels, down pipes,
etc. carry surface water away from the landfill.

Likewise for the transfer station, the potential for run-on of surface water is
minimized by use of a roof over the tipping and loading bay floors and exterior
grades which slope away from the transfer station building.

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3.1.2 Active Face Run-Off Control
Particular care is required to ensure that surface water coming from the active
face, e.g. having potential contact with the waste, is captured by the leachate
collection system (LCS) and/or is allowed to percolate into the underlying waste.
Only run-off from waste surfaces that have received adequate cover is not
considered leachate and should be directed to the stormwater drainage system
where practical.

3.1.3 Separation of Stormwater/Leachate
The stormwater separation system is accomplished by dividing each MSW landfill
unit into separate cells (or by utilizing geosynthetic rain cover) to reduce the
volume of leachate generated and minimize the impoundment of stormwater
within the landfill. The separation system allows stormwater in cells which have
not yet received waste to be pumped out of the landfill to perimeter drainage
features. During activation of a cell, the Owner will connect the cell to the LCS as
discussed in Section 2.4.3.2.

3.1.4 Erosion Control
The serviceability of the landfill relies heavily on soil berms, barrier layers, and
agricultural layers that are readily eroded by flowing water. Erosion control
provisions incorporated in the landfill include the following:

 The slope of the working face should typically be no steeper than 5H:1V
where practical to limit erosion of the daily/periodic cover.
 Intermediate cover that has been exposed for more than 30 days must be
seeded immediately and repaired when erosion features are identified.
 Drainage breaks (diversion berms, rain gutters, etc.) are provided on the
final cover to limit the flow length of run-off.
 Water collected by each drainage break is routed to stormwater drainage
channels or down pipes so that the run-off volume does not accumulate
going down the slope.
 The vegetative soil layer placed over the final cover must be seeded
immediately.

Additional erosion control measures have been taken within the drainage
channels and at points of stormwater discharge. All final cover should be
inspected regularly for erosion damage and promptly repaired. Revegetation
should be performed in accordance with the requirements of the applicable

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erosion and sedimentation control plan and/or the NC Erosion and
Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual3.

3.1.5 Sedimentation Control
Stormwater run-off from the landfill unit(s) is conveyed to one of the on-site
sediment basins and/or traps. These basins and/or traps should be inspected
regularly for sediment build-up or erosion damage. The basins and/or traps
should be cleaned out when sediment fills the lower half of the basin.
3.1.6 NPDES Requirements
The County will follow the requirements of applicable National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements for the site.
Requirements include periodic inspections, qualitative monitoring, and sampling
of stormwater discharge points. The County will keep records of all inspections,
monitoring, and sampling activities (including any test results) in the operating
record.

3.2 Leachate Management
The leachate management system for the MSW landfill units consists of the leachate
collection system (LCS), the leachate transmission piping, pumps, valve boxes, valves,
the existing leachate storage lagoon (Closed Phase 1 unit), and the leachate storage
tank facility (Active Phase 2 unit).

Leachate from each MSW landfill unit is collected in the leachate sumps at the low
end(s) of each unit. Leachate collected in each sump is pumped to the leachate storage
lagoon (Phase 1 - Area 2) or leachate storage tank facility (Phase 2) via a HDPE force
main (except for Areas 1 and 3 of Phase 1 which drain via a gravity penetration and HDPE
gravity main). From the storage lagoon and tanks, the leachate is pumped into tanker
trucks and hauled (or may in the future be pumped via force main) to a local wastewater
treatment plant (WWTP). Refer to the appropriate permit application for a detailed
discussion and details of the leachate management system for each lined landfill unit.

3.2.1 Leachate Collection System (LCS)
A blanket drainage layer (either natural and/or geosynthetic drainage media)
covers the liner system to collect and remove leachate draining from the waste.
In addition, a large flow capacity network of perforated pipe and gravel drains is
constructed in the blanket drain. The LCS is designed to remove inflow from a
25-year, 24-hour rainstorm. As such, its capacity is very large compared to that

3 NC Division of Land Resources (Current Update), North Carolina Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design
Manual, NCDEQ - Division of Land Resources - Land Quality Section, Raleigh, NC.

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required to accommodate routine leachate generation rates once waste covers
the landfill footprint.

The LCS has been designed to minimize the impact of long-term biological
clogging as follows:

 Cleanouts are provided on the major perforated leachate collection
pipes;
 No geotextiles will be used between the waste and the gravel
columns; and

 The use of coarse aggregate around collection pipes (gravel columns)
allows hydro-washing of the pipe and aggregate to remove biological
growth.

3.2.1.1 Drainage Aggregate Maintenance
The exposed surface of the drainage aggregate should be inspected
monthly and after each large rain storm to check for buildup of sediment
on the aggregate. Sediment buildup must be periodically removed
carefully with a backhoe. Aggregate that is removed must be replaced
with new clean material. Per Section 2.4.3.2, the Type GT-S geotextile
overlying the gravel column must be removed just prior to the placement
of waste over that portion of gravel column.

3.2.1.2 Collection Pipe Cleanout
Flushing and remote camera inspection of all leachate collection piping
accessible with a cleanout port will be performed at time of construction
and every five (5) years or earlier if an abnormal reduction in leachate
production is observed. An abnormal reduction is defined as a drop in
monthly leachate production of 30% or more as compared to the monthly
average over the prior six (6) month period and which does not appear to
be the result of a reduction in rainfall, the covering of new cell areas, etc.

Documentation of cleaning and inspection activities for leachate
collection piping will be placed in the operating record (see Section 1.12).

3.2.1.3 Leachate Removal
As constructed, leachate is collected in one or more sumps at the low
points of the landfill and is removed from the landfill via a side riser pump
or through a gravity penetration. The leachate is routed to the leachate
storage lagoon or tanks via a force main or gravity main.

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Under normal conditions, the County will remove (via pump and haul)
leachate from the Phase 2 primary storage tank (Tank A) at a rate to
maintain the following volumes:

 200,000 gallons (approximate 20 foot depth in tank), or less, of
leachate in the tank (normal circumstances).

 100,000 gallons (approximate 10 foot depth in tank), or less, of
leachate in the tank (when initial lift of waste is being placed).

These volumes will allow ample remaining volume in the tank to handle
the anticipated “surge” event caused by a design storm (in particular
during placement of the initial lift of waste) and minimizes the potential
for ponding within the landfill. Additional draw-down of the tank to a
minimum volume of approximately 10,000 gallons (approximate 1 foot
depth in tank) will be performed in advance of predicted heavy rainfall
(tropical storm, hurricane, etc.).

3.2.1.4 O&M of Leachate Pumps and Storage Tanks
Operation and maintenance of leachate pumps and the storage tanks will
be in accordance with the appropriate manufacturer’s recommendations.
The Operations Manager or his designee will be responsible for following
and documenting, as required, these activities.

3.2.2 Leachate Quality Sampling
Semi-annual leachate quality sampling and analysis will be performed during
operation of the MSW landfill units. Samples will be recovered as grab samples
from the following locations:

 Phase 1: Sample from existing leachate storage lagoon; and
 Phase 2: Sample from leachate storage tanks.

The parameters to be analyzed will be as required by the current water quality
monitoring plan(s).

3.2.3 Record Keeping
Accurate records for the following will be maintained at the landfill in
accordance with Section 1.12.

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Leachate Generation (Monthly):

Phase 1 (Quantity hauled from leachate lagoon); and
Phase 2 (Quantity hauled from leachate tank and/or flowmeter data).

Note that records should also indicate periods when no leachate was
hauled off-site.

Leachate Quality (Semi-Annual):

Phase 1 (From leachate lagoon); and
Phase 2 (At side risers and storage tank).

3.2.4 Leachate Contingency Plan
In the unlikely event that leachate levels within the existing leachate storage
lagoon or tank approach the freeboard capacity, due to unforeseen events, the
DWM will be verbally notified (see Section 1.1.2) and the leachate flow will be
valved off and temporarily stored in the landfill until the level of leachate in the
lagoon or tank can be lowered by pump and haul operations or direct pumping if
a force main is in place. Written documentation describing the unforeseen
events, the actions carried out to remove the stored leachate, and a strategy for
preventing future occurrences will be provided to the DWM within 30 days
following any such occurrence.

3.2.5 Leachate Release Prevention Plan
In order to minimize the potential release of leachate outside the leachate
management system, County personnel will follow the procedures outlined in the
Leachate Release Prevention Plan (see Appendix F). This plan outlines weekly
inspection procedures (for leachate storage tank area), training requirements,
and record keeping as well as procedures to be taken should a leachate release
occur.

3.3 Leachate Management – Transfer Station
All wash-down water which comes into contact with the waste, tipping floor, loading bay
floor, or waste handling equipment will be treated as leachate. Wash-down water,
which is collected in floor drain(s) and flows to a concrete storage tank (approximate
4,000 gallon capacity) located to the north of the building (refer to Figure 1). The floor
drain(s) will be visually inspected during routine cleaning activities (at least weekly). If
there is evidence that the drain(s) is not working properly the County will initiate the
necessary maintenance activities.

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The leachate storage tank level will be checked at least once per week. The tank will be
pumped out whenever the tank approaches full capacity (typically quarterly or more
frequently if larger storms are forecast). This water will then be hauled to an approved
wastewater treatment plant for treatment and disposal. The tank will be routinely
inspected during pumping activities. If there is evidence that the tank is not functioning
properly, the County will initiate the necessary maintenance actions.

It is anticipated that leachate quantities not contained within the building or leachate
storage tank will be minor (i.e. no more than a few gallons - such as the case of a leaky
fitting during loading of leachate that is quickly repaired). In the event of a larger
spillage of leachate, the spill will be contained as much as practical by County staff
(using excavation, soil berms, or other means) and the DWM will be verbally notified (see
Section 1.1.2). Any impacted soils will be excavated and properly disposed of.

3.4 Water Quality Monitoring
The monitoring program and procedures outlined in the current water quality
monitoring plan(s) will be followed for the monitoring of site groundwater monitoring
wells and surface water monitoring locations. Documentation of the water quality
monitoring program will be placed in the facility operating record as described in
Section 1.12.

3.5 Landfill Gas (LFG) Management
3.5.1 MSW Landfill Units
A landfill gas (LFG) management system is included as part of the design of the
MSW landfill units. Generally, condensate collected in the LFG collection and
control system (GCCS) within the limits of the Phase 1 or Phase 2 lined MSW
landfill unit drains into the respective leachate collection system (LCS) via one or
more condensate traps. Condensate collected in LFG headers or at the knockout
for the blower/flare system is pumped to the Phase 1 LCS piping (which is routed
to the Phase 1 Leachate Storage Pond). Refer to the appropriate permit
application for a detailed discussion and details of the LFG management system
for each landfill unit.

As the operation and maintenance of this system involves contact with explosive
gases, operational staff involved with the operation and maintenance of this
system should be specifically trained in the management and response for
situations such as fire or explosion, confined space, drilling, and overhead
hazards, or any other mechanical hazards addressed by the equipment
Manufacturer’s literature. Although this manual does not address the operation
of the LFG management system, reference is made to the Landfill Gas Operation
and Maintenance Manual of Practice prepared by the Solid Waste Association of

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North America (SWANA)4, which provides a general body of knowledge
concerning the operation and maintenance of these systems.

3.5.2 C&D Landfill Unit (Closed)
Landfill gas (LFG) generated from the C&D landfill unit is passively vented using
vents placed at the time of closure. Refer to the appropriate permit application
for details of these vents.

3.6 Landfill Gas (LFG) Monitoring Plan
The County will implement a routine landfill gas (LFG) monitoring program to ensure
that methane concentrations do not exceed 25 percent of the lower explosive limit (LEL)
(1.25% methane (CH4)) in facility structures, or 100 percent of the LEL (5% CH4) at
property boundaries. LFG monitoring activities and remedial actions for concentrations
exceeding these requirements will be in accordance with the current landfill gas
monitoring plan(s) for the facility.

3.6.1 Record Keeping
Results of LFG monitoring and description of any remedial measures will be
placed in the facility operating record as described in Section 1.12.

3.7 Vector Control
3.7.1 MSW Landfill Unit
Control of insects, rodents, and birds will be accomplished by compaction of the
waste and the use of daily cover. If vector control becomes a problem, additional
measures will be taken to ensure the protection of human health.

3.7.2 Transfer Station
Control of insects, rodents, and birds will be accomplished by regular cleaning of
the transfer station and the control of litter. If vector control becomes a
problem, additional measures will be taken to ensure the protection of human
health.

4 SWANA (2002), Landfill Gas Operation and Maintenance Manual of Practice, Solid Waste Association of North
America, Silver Spring, MD, 2002.

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3.8 Litter Control
The vegetative trees/bushes act as a barrier to keep litter contained within the site and a
litter control crew will pick up litter around the site and on access roads daily as
necessary. Wind screens adjacent to active areas may be used as practical to control
windblown waste. Additionally, facility staff will make operational changes as practical
based on wind conditions that may spread litter.

3.9 Odor Control
3.9.1 MSW Landfill Units
Odorous or potentially odorous materials will be covered as soon as possible to
avoid odor problems. If odor control becomes a problem, additional measures
will be taken to ensure odor control.

3.9.2 Transfer Station
Odorous or potentially odorous materials will be loaded into a transfer container
and covered as soon as possible to avoid odor problems. Additionally, regular
cleaning of the transfer station will help minimize the potential for odor
problems. If odor control becomes a problem, additional measures will be taken
to ensure odor control.

3.10 Dust Control
Dust related to waste hauler traffic on the access roads will be minimized by using a
water truck to limit dust on the gravel portions of site roads. Dust generated by
excavation of cover soil will be limited by watering the cut soil areas if accessible to the
water truck. The source of water is from one of the site sediment basins.

3.11 Air Quality
The County will follow all air quality requirements which are applicable to the landfill
facility. This includes the Title V operating permit for the site (Permit No. 10408T00),
greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting, and applicable requirements developed under a State
Implementation Plan (SIP) approved or promulgated by the U.S. EPA Administrator
pursuant to Section 110 of the Clean Air Act.

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3.12 Leachate Seeps
Leachate seeps can occur due to a variety of circumstances. The goal in dealing with
leachate seeps is to prevent seepage from leaving the limits of waste disposal areas and
to minimize the potential for reoccurrence. If evidence of leachate seeps is observed,
the County will take the following actions. Depending on the circumstances, various
combinations of actions may be appropriate.

1. If leachate is observed outside of the liner, collection system, or other
containment component (i.e. piping, pump station, tank, pond) (lined
units) or limits of waste disposal areas (unlined units), notify the DWM
(see Section 1.1.2) within 24 hours.
2. Contain the flow of leachate using soil berms and/or excavation.
3. Excavate the area of seepage to attempt to allow flow into the underlying
waste (i.e. break-up soil layers that may be causing the seep.).
4. For contained leachate that will not flow into underlying waste, a pump
may be required to route the leachate to an existing leachate collection
system cleanout pipe (lined landfill units) or to a tanker truck.
5. For lined landfill units, French drains may be utilized for routing the
seepage to the leachate collection system (via cleanout pipes).
6. The use of soil (particularly clay) to plug the seepage may also be
successful in the case where flows are minor.
7. Remove and dispose of impacted cover soils accordingly.
8. Repair landfill cover as necessary.

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Appendix A
Fire Occurrence Notification Form

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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY
FIRE OCCURRENCE NOTIFICATION
NCDEQ Division of Waste Management
Solid Waste Section
Notify the Section verbally within 24 hours and submit written notification within 15 days of the occurrence.
(If additional space is needed, use back of this form.)
NAME OF FACILITY:PERMIT #
DATE AND TIME OF FIRE:@
HOW WAS THE FIRE REPORTED AND BY WHOM:
LIST ACTIONS TAKEN:
WHAT WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE:
DESCRIBE AREA, TYPE, AND AMOUNT OF WASTE INVOLVED:
WHAT COULD HAVE BEEN DONE TO PREVENT THIS FIRE:
DESCRIBE PLAN OF ACTIONS TO PREVENT FUTURE INCIDENTS:
NAME:TITLE:DATE:
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THIS SECTION TO BE COMPLETED BY SOLID WASTE SECTION REGIONAL STAFF
DATE RECEIVED _________________________________
List any factors not listed that might have contributed to the fire or that might prevent occurrence of future fires:
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
FOLLOW-UP REQUIRED:
NO PHONE CALL SUBMITTAL MEETING RETURN VISIT BY:____________________ (DATE)
ACTIONS TAKEN OR REQUIRED:
Revised 6/15/2016

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Appendix B
Paint Filter Liquids Test

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METHOD 9095
PAINT FILTER LIQUIDS TEST
From EPA SW-846

1.0 Scope and Application

1.1 This method is used to determine the presence of free liquids in a representative
sample of waste.

1.2 The method is used to determine compliance with 40 CFR 264.314 and 265.314.

2.0 Summary of Method

2.1 A predetermined amount of material is placed in a paint filter. If any portion of
the material passes through and drops from the filter within the 5 minute test
period, the material is deemed to contain free liquids.

3.0 Interferences

3.1 Filter media were observed to separate from the filter cone on exposure to
alkaline materials. This development causes no problem if the sample is not
disturbed.

4.0 Apparatus and Materials

4.1 Conical paint filter: Mesh number 60 (fine meshed size). Available at local paint
stores such as Sherwin-Williams and Glidden for an approximate cost of $0.07
each.

4.2 Glass funnel: If the paint filter, with the waste, cannot sustain its weight on the
ring stand, then a fluted glass funnel or glass funnel with a mouth large enough
to allow at least 1 inch of the filter mesh to protrude should be used to support
the filter. The funnel is to be fluted or have a large open mouth in order to
support the paint filter yet not interfere with the movement, to the graduated
cylinder, of the liquid that passes through the filter mesh.

4.3 Ring stand and ring or tripod.

4.4 Graduated cylinder or beaker: 100-mL.

5.0 Reagents

5.1 None.

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6.0 Sample Collection, Preservation, and Handling

6.1 All samples must be collected according to the directions in Chapter Nine of EPA
SW-846.

6.2 A 100 mL or 100 g representative sample is required for the test. If it is not
possible to obtain a sample of 100 mL or 100 g that is sufficiently representative
of the waste, the analyst may use larger size samples in multiples of 100 mL or
100 g, i.e., 200, 300, 400 mL or g. However, when larger samples are used,
analysts shall divide the sample into 100-mL or 100-g portions and test each
portion separately. If any portion contains free liquids, the entire sample is
considered to have free liquids.

7.0 Procedure

7.1 Assemble test apparatus as shown in Figure 1.

7.2 Place sample in the filter. A funnel may be used to provide support for the paint
filter.

7.3 Allow sample to drain for 5 minutes into the graduated cylinder.

7.4 If any portion of the test material collects in the graduated cylinder in the 5-min.
period, then the material is deemed to contain free liquids for purposes of 40
CFR 264.314 and 265.314.

8.0 Quality Control

8.1 Duplicate samples should be analyzed on a routine basis.

9.0 Method Performance

9.1 No data provided.

10.0 References

10.1 None required.

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Appendix C
Waste Screening Form

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Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management Department
Davidson County Landfill
Permit No. 29-06
[phone]
WASTE SCREENING FORM

Day / Date: Time Weighed in:
Truck Owner: Driver Name:
Truck Type: Vehicle ID / Tag No:
Weight: Tare:
Waste Generator / Source:

Reason Load Inspected: Random Inspection Staff Initials
Detained at Scales Staff Initials
Detained by Operating Staff Staff Initials

Inspection Location:

Approved Waste Determination Form Present? Yes No N/A

Description of Load:

Load Accepted (signature) Date
Load Not Accepted (signature) Date

Reason Load Not Accepted (complete only if load not accepted)

Description of Suspicious Contents:
Color: Hazardous Waste Markings:
Texture:
Drums Present: Smell:
Est. Cubic Yards in Load:
Est. Tons in Load:

Davidson County Emergency Management Contacted? Yes No

Company or Authority Contacted?
Hazardous Materials Present:

Hauler Notified (if waste not accepted) Phone: Time Contacted:
Other Observations:

Final Disposition
Signed: Date
Waste Screening Inspector or Operations Manager

Attach related correspondence to this form.
File completed form in Operating Record.

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Appendix D
Mobile Home Deconstruction

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Operations Manual
Appendix D: Mobile Home Deconstruction

Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

Prepared for:

Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management Department
Lexington, North Carolina

September 2017
Revised: February 2018

© 2018 Smith Gardner, Inc.
This document is intended for the sole use of the client for which it was prepared and
for the purpose agreed upon by the client and Smith Gardner, Inc.
F-1370 F-1370

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Appendix D: Mobile Home Deconstruction

Table of Contents
Page

1.0 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................... 1 
2.0 MOBILE HOME DECONSTRUCTION PROCESS ................................................................... 1 
2.1 Access ........................................................................................................................ 1 
2.2 Waste Disposal .......................................................................................................... 1 
2.3 White Goods ............................................................................................................... 1 
2.4 Asbestos .................................................................................................................... 2 
2.5 Deconstruction of Mobile Homes ............................................................................. 2 
2.6 Holding Time for Mobile Homes ............................................................................... 2 
2.7 Holding Time for Recyclables ................................................................................... 2 
3.0 RECORD KEEPING PROGRAM ............................................................................................ 2 

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1.0 OVERVIEW
This portion of the Operations Manual was prepared to describe the plan for the deconstruction
of mobile homes. Mobile home deconstruction will occur in an area located adjacent to the
active municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill unit. The Mobile Home Deconstruction Area is
strictly for the deconstruction of mobile homes in order to recycle materials from the mobile
homes. Davidson County plans to recycle as many varieties of materials as possible as end
users are available. Initially, scrap metal recycling will be conducted. Once an end-user of
another material (i.e. glass) is located, these other materials may be recycled. Any non-
recyclable material will be disposed of appropriately by the County upon completion of the
deconstruction process.

2.0 MOBILE HOME DECONSTRUCTION PROCESS
Mobile homes will be deconstructed using the following processes.

2.1 Access
Mobile home owners seeking disposal will contact the landfill facility and be placed on a
waiting list. No more than TWO (2) mobile homes will be allowed on-site for
deconstruction at one time. Once space is available for a mobile home, landfill
personnel will contact the next owner on the waiting list. The owner will have a 48 hour
window in which to contact the landfill facility with information regarding the delivery
date and hauler. If owner cannot arrange delivery within this initial 48 hour period, the
owner may make alternate arrangements for delivery and must notify the landfill facility
a minimum of 48 hours prior to planned delivery. The delivered mobile home will not be
weighed on the scales at time of delivery, but the owner will be charged based upon the
size and dimensions of the mobile home.

If delivery is not made within 48 hours of the scheduled delivery date, the owners name
will be placed on the waiting list and the owner will be notified. If an owner has more
than one mobile home, they will be rotated with others on the waiting list.

2.2 Waste Disposal
All mobile homes must be free of garbage, household hazardous waste, and all other
non-construction and demolition waste prior to acceptance by the landfill.

2.3 White Goods
White goods will be accepted with the mobile home. White goods will be removed and
handled in accordance with all State and Federal regulations. Any white goods
containing CFCs will have them managed properly.

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2.4 Asbestos
Since asbestos may be located in the building materials of mobile homes constructed
prior to 1983, all mobile homes built before 1/1/1983 will be thoroughly sprayed with
water (both interior and exterior) to minimize dust. Upon demolition of a mobile home
constructed prior to 1983, the waste generated will be placed in the MSW landfill and
covered with six inches of soil or approved alternate cover.

2.5 Deconstruction of Mobile Homes
Once accepted, the mobile home will be placed in the mobile home deconstruction area.
Mobile home deconstruction will be dependant upon weather conditions and manpower
availability and will ONLY take place in the deconstruction area. Prior to deconstruction,
mobile homes constructed before 1983 will be thoroughly sprayed with water to
minimize dust (as noted above). The home will then be deconstructed using a track-hoe.
The track-hoe will tear the trailer apart and lay the pieces on the ground to be separated
by landfill personnel. The personnel will separate the non-recyclable materials from
the recyclable materials. Initially, scrap metal is planned for recycling. As other end-
users for other materials are available, other materials may be separated for recycling.
All material not planned for recycling will be placed in the MSW landfill before the end of
the day in which the deconstruction takes place. Material from mobile homes
constructed prior to 1983 will be covered prior to the end of the day. All recyclable
materials will be stockpiled in the deconstruction area for future recycling. NO OPEN
FLAMES OR CUTTING WITH TORCHES WILL BE ALLOWED WITHIN 100 FEET OF THE
EXISTING WASTE WITHIN THE MSW LANDFILL.

2.6 Holding Time for Mobile Homes
All mobile homes must be deconstructed within 45 days from acceptance into the
deconstruction area. Upon receipt at the landfill, the date will be painted on the side or
end of the mobile home, or on the frame, for identification purposes for DWM personnel.

2.7 Holding Time for Recyclables
Once a recyclable material is removed from a mobile home, it may be stockpiled in the
mobile home deconstruction area for up to 45 days. No materials will be kept in this
area for more than 45 days, nor will they be stockpiled in other areas awaiting recycling.

3.0 RECORD KEEPING PROGRAM
The County will maintain the following records related to the Mobile Home Deconstruction in an
operating record at the landfill (see also Section 1.12 of the Operations Manual):

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A. Mobile home acceptance records including dates and description;
B. Owner and hauler information for each mobile home;
C. Date of deconstruction for each mobile home and materials to be recycled;
D. Disposition of waste and recyclables (quantity of materials disposed and location
of disposal; quantity of recyclables and recycling facility information).
E. Date and certification of CFCs removed.

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Appendix E
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Plan

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Operations Manual
Appendix E: Household Hazardous Waste Plan

Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

September 2017
Revised: February 2018

Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management Department
220 Davidson County Landfill Road
Lexington, North Carolina 27292

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Davidson County, North Carolina

Operations Manual
Appendix E: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Plan

Table of Contents
Page

1.0 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................... 1 
2.0 GENERAL OPERATIONS...................................................................................................... 1 
2.1 Facility Staffing .......................................................................................................... 1 
2.2 User Eligibility ........................................................................................................... 1 
2.3 Collection and Screening of Wastes ......................................................................... 2 
2.4 Waste Identification and Packaging .......................................................................... 3 
2.5 Accumulation Time .................................................................................................... 4 
2.6 Storage Building Specifications ................................................................................ 4 
2.7 Access Control and Security ..................................................................................... 4 
2.8 Hours of Operation .................................................................................................... 5 
2.9 Personnel and Duties ................................................................................................ 5 
2.10 Training Plan and Qualifications of Trainers ............................................................ 6 
2.11 Provisions for Ignitable, Reactive, or Incompatible Wastes .................................... 6 
2.12 Operational/Emergency Equipment and personal Protective Equipment .............. 7 
2.13 Use and Management of Containers ........................................................................ 8 
2.14 Recycling of Waste .................................................................................................... 9 
2.15 Transportation and Disposal ..................................................................................... 9 
2.16 Reporting and Documentation .................................................................................. 9 
2.17 Maintenance and Operation of the Facility ............................................................. 10 
2.18 Policy for Dealing with Unacceptable Waste .......................................................... 10 
2.18.1 Radioactive Waste ...................................................................................... 10 
2.18.2 Explosives .................................................................................................. 10 
2.18.3 Medical Waste ............................................................................................ 10 
2.18.4 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)............................................................. 10 
2.19 Closure ..................................................................................................................... 11 
3.0 CONTINGENCY PLAN .........................................................................................................11 
3.1 Contact Information ................................................................................................ 11 
3.2 Purpose and Implementation ................................................................................. 12 
3.3 Contingency Plan Contents ..................................................................................... 13 
3.4 Facility Staffing and Emergency Responsibilities .................................................. 13 
3.5 Arrangements with Local Authorities .................................................................... 13 
3.6 Revisions .................................................................................................................. 13 
3.7 Emergency Response Materials and Equipment ................................................... 14 
3.8 Designation of Emergency Coordinator ................................................................. 14 

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3.9 Spill Response Equipment and Procedures ........................................................... 14 
3.10 Fire/Explosion Response Procedures .................................................................... 16 
3.11 Procedures for Non-Project Related Disaster ....................................................... 17 
3.12 Evacuation Plans ..................................................................................................... 17 
3.13 Nearby Hospital/Trauma Center ............................................................................ 18 
3.13.1 Hospital ...................................................................................................... 18 
3.13.2 Hospital/Trauma Center ............................................................................ 18 

FIGURES
Figure E1 HHW Facility Layout
Figure E2 Nearest Hospital
Figure E3 Nearest Trauma Center

APPENDICES
Appendix E1 Application for HHW Identification Number (Approved 6/22/2001)

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1.0 OVERVIEW
This Plan describes the normal operating procedures (see Section 2.0 - General Operations)
and procedures for emergency situations (see Section 3.0 - Contingency Plan) for Davidson
County’s permanent Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility located at the
Davidson County Landfill facility (refer to Drawing S1 (Attachment L) for the location of the HHW
facility and Figure E1 for the general HHW facility layout). The County applied for and received a
HHW identification number (NCPH02901001) for the facility in 2001 (see Appendix E1).

The HHW Collection Facility has been established as part of a County effort to more effectively
manage HHW and to help prevent improper disposal. This comprehensive effort, initiated by
Davidson County’s Integrated Solid Waste Staff, involves a coordinated program of HHW
collection, source reduction, and public education.

2.0 GENERAL OPERATIONS
2.1 Facility Staffing
The HHW Collection Facility will be operated chiefly by a qualified contractor who will be
responsible for all operations including the identification, collection, bulking, and
temporary storage of materials, the over-packing (as required) of materials, and the
transportation and disposal/recycling of collected materials from the facility. The
contractor will also be responsible for training, advisory, and technical support as
needed to ensure facility compliance. County personnel assisting with operations will
receive appropriate training but will leave most of the waste related tasks to contractor
personnel. Further information on the facility staffing is provided in Section 2.8
(Personnel and Duties).

Throughout this plan, contractor personnel involved with site operations, waste
transportation, and/or disposal are referred to as “contractor personnel”. In some
instances (as necessary for clarity), they are referred to as “onsite” contractor
personnel, to distinguish them from other contractor employees.

2.2 User Eligibility
The HHW Collection Facility is intended to serve the residents who live within Davidson
County. Records will be kept on wastes, and these records will contain information on
the types and quantities of wastes, their origin, and the decision regarding acceptance or
rejection.

Only household hazardous wastes are currently planned for acceptance at the facility.
Businesses needing to dispose of hazardous wastes will be referred to vendors who
offer “milk run” programs for picking up wastes at business locations. Additionally,

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other conditionally exempt small quantity generators (CESQGs) may be referred to
contractors specializing in hazardous waste disposal.

Each time the collection facility is open, County or contractor personnel will be present
to help direct traffic, check for proof of residency, may conduct a brief survey, and
provide educational materials, as they are available. The survey will be designed to
determine the types, quantities, and sources of each user’s wastes and questions may
also be added to solicit user comments on program features such as convenience and
publicity. The educational material that may be offered to users will include information
on less hazardous alternative products and other HHW topics. A limit of 18 gallons per
customer per day is imposed.

2.3 Collection and Screening of Wastes
Once eligibility has been established as described above, the users will be directed to
proceed to the waste removal area or form a waiting line if needed. County or
contractor personnel will direct the flow of traffic to ensure safe and efficient
operations. The user at the front of the line will be directed to drive into the receiving
area, where wastes can be safely removed from the vehicle. Trained County or
contractor personnel will check the wastes and remove them from the vehicle. The
occupants of the vehicle will be asked to remain in the vehicle. If it is necessary to
unlock the trunk for removal of wastes, County or contractor personnel will request the
keys and accomplish this task. Properly trained personnel will maintain safe operations
by immediately dealing with any leaking, damaged, unlabeled, or potentially shock
sensitive or explosive materials.

The public education effort planned for this facility will inform potential users that the
collection facility is designed to handle HHW from the following general categories: 1)
yard and garden products; 2) automotive products; 3) paints and solvents; 4) household
cleaning products; and 5) miscellaneous HHW. Because of difficulties in handling a few
specific types of wastes (including explosives, radioactive materials, biologically active,
or infectious waste), the educational effort will actively discourage users from bringing
these and any other materials not accepted by the program. However, in the event that a
misinformed resident brings such wastes to the facility, County or contractor personnel
will consider taking the wastes to avoid improper disposal or recommend a licensed
facility where it may be sent.

The decision regarding these wastes will be based upon risk assessment as well as the
specific details of each case and also any advice from County or contractor supervisory
staff. As necessary, the transportation and disposal contractor will help find specialized
vendors to remove any such wastes for treatment or disposal. Whenever wastes are
rejected, the user will be given a waste rejection notice showing the reasons for non-
acceptance and providing names of people to contact for further information concerning
options for proper disposal.

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2.4 Waste Identification and Packaging
As the wastes are received, trained County or contractor personnel will perform initial
waste identification and segregation. Some materials that can be managed by County
personnel (such as latex paint, motor oil, and other automotive fluids, and lead-acid and
button batteries) may be segregated from hazardous wastes at this time and handled
according to County protocols.

The HHW facility will not accept unknown waste. If the generator can identify the item
and/or items in question, then and only then will the facility accept the item. For
example: unlabeled paint cans, unlabeled pesticide containers, unlabeled automotive
product containers, etc.

Trained contractor personnel will conduct or directly supervise the collection,
packaging, storage, and document preparation of the household hazardous wastes
collected at the facility. The contractor will arrange the transportation, treatment,
recycling, or disposal of these wastes. Many will probably require lab packaging. Lab
packing of materials may occur on the same day as collection activities, provided that
time is available and adequate quantities of compatible materials are received.
Otherwise, materials will be safely stored until the next scheduled workday.
Additionally, partially filled (packed) containers may remain on-site until adequate
amounts are collected and properly packaged for transport.

If pumping, pouring, or bulking of wastes are required, grounding and explosion-proof
equipment will be used as needed. For both lab packs and bulk packaging, all
containers will be of Department of Transportation (DOT) specification, type, and size
most appropriate for the specific waste type and planned treatment or disposal method.
Wastes will be packed in fiber, plastic, or steel containers of open or closed-head types,
ranging from 5 gallon pails to one cubic yard boxes or as contractor feels safe.

For any necessary lab packing, wastes will first be segregated according to DOT hazard
class, then by chemical compatibility and by the acceptance criteria of specific waste
recycling, treatment, or disposal facilities. An absorbent material such as vermiculite
will be used to surround inner containers, prevent breakage, absorb any leaking
materials, and prevent release from the outer (shipping) container. Each inner
container will be recorded on container content forms, providing a complete report of
the contents of any container.

Whether lab pack or bulk, the filled drums will be closed, labeled, and marked in
accordance with DOT and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shipping
requirements, and the proper information will be recorded on the manifest. The
generator’s notification and certification will also be prepared, as required under the
land-ban regulations if applicable.

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2.5 Accumulation Time
In general, household hazardous wastes are removed from the facility by the contractor
at the end of each day of operations. However, the storage building(s) at the HHW
Collection Facility will be designed to store temporary accumulations of several classes
of household hazardous materials. Contractor personnel will be trained as appropriate
concerning proper waste segregation and safe storage procedures.

In accordance with state requirements for temporary storage, the date upon which each
period of accumulation begins will be clearly marked and visible on each container.
Additionally, a complete inventory log of stored materials will be kept on site by the
contractor. Furthermore, while being stored on-site, all containers with stored
household hazardous wastes will be labeled or marked clearly with the words,
“Household Hazardous Waste”, unless the material is recyclable (e.g. used oil, latex
paints, batteries) and is separated from other waste.

Time in storage may vary according to the volume of waste received. Removal of wastes
by the contractor will be scheduled as necessary to minimize expense to the County
while still complying with applicable regulations and safety considerations. Wastes will
be stored no longer than one (1) year without written permission from the North
Carolina DEQ Division of Waste Management.

2.6 Storage Building Specifications
The HHW Collection Facility is designed and constructed to ensure safe and efficient
operation. According to State guidance concerning storage of ignitable and reactive
wastes, the structures are located at least 50 feet from the facility’s property line.
Furthermore, the storage buildings are separated from other operational areas of the
solid waste facility in order to minimize damage in case of fire. Refer to Figure E1 for
the general HHW facility layout.

As required for proper safety and environmental protection, structures are: 1) designed
to contain leaks and spills; 2) covered to exclude rain water; 3) secured to control
access; and 4) constructed in accordance with all applicable National Fire Protection
Association codes.

2.7 Access Control and Security
Access to the facility and chemical-handling areas will be controlled to prevent
unnecessary public exposure to potential harmful substances. Areas where chemicals
are handled or stored will be clearly marked using one or more of the following:
warning tape barriers and caution signs. The signs will contain appropriate warning
such as “No Smoking”, “Keep Out”, and “Authorized Personnel Only”. In addition, during

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collection times, County or contractor personnel will be stationed in strategic locations
and will serve as checkpoint personnel to direct the flow of traffic and people.

The HHW storage building will be secured after hours of operation against unauthorized
access by locked doors and is located within the County’s landfill facility that is secured
by fencing, locked gates, and berms. Additionally, other devices, such as security video
and lights, automatically activate at sundown.

2.8 Hours of Operation
The HHW Collection Facility will be open for collection from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on
designated days of operation. These days will be posted on the County’s website and
made available to the public. If there is a need to increase these hours the NCDEQ
Division of Waste Management will be notified in writing.

2.9 Personnel and Duties
The HHW Collection Facility will be staffed with trained qualified contractor personnel
assisted as needed by appropriately trained County personnel. The duties of the
contractor are as follows:

 Assuring that all onsite personnel have met the training requirements
appropriate for their duties;
 Assuring that all onsite personnel are aware of provisions of the Contingency
Plan;
 Assuring that all onsite personnel are aware of the potential hazards associated
with site operations;
 Assuring that appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is available and
properly used, (i.e. full face respirators with an annual fit test, gloves, Tyvek suits
and aprons);
 Monitoring and safety performance of onsite personnel;
 Correcting any work practices or conditions that may result in injury or exposure
to household hazardous substances;
 Preparing any accident/incident reports;
 Implementing all aspects of the contractor’s Injury and Illness Prevention
Program as applicable to project site;
 Verifying that onsite personnel work in a safe manner according to the health
and safety plan;
 Establishing guidelines for wearing and decontaminating (if necessary)
personnel protective equipment;
 Observing onsite personnel for signs of exposure or stress;

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 Immediately reporting any unusual or unsafe conditions to County and contractor
supervisory staff;
 Informing onsite personnel of the proper procedure during an emergency;
 Providing first aid if necessary;
 Identifying any onsite personnel having special medical problems;
 Ensuring that any necessary monitoring equipment is properly maintained and
good operating order; and
 Conducting any other inspections as needed.
County or contractor personnel will be responsible for opening the site before each
collection event and securing the site at the end of each event. They will be responsible
for the safe removal of acceptable materials from residents, temporary storage of
materials, segregation and packaging of those materials, and the temporary storage of
materials for pick up by the waste transportation contractor. As mentioned previously,
County or contractor personnel will also direct traffic, conduct surveys, determine
eligibility, and distribute educational materials.

2.10 Training Plan and Qualifications of Trainers
The contractor will be responsible for training all County and contractor personnel
working at the HHW Collection Facility. The contractor’s training program will be
designed to enable appropriately trained personnel to receive and handle wastes in a
safe, environmentally sound manner and to work in compliance with the contractor’s
methods and applicable regulations. Training will include appropriate health and safety
training in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OHSA)
standard in 29 CFR 1910.120(e).

2.11 Provisions for Ignitable, Reactive, or Incompatible Wastes
Contractor personnel will use special precautions to protect ignitable or reactive wastes
from sources of ignition or reaction. These wastes will be separated from other wastes
being stored in the collection facility (Refer to Figure E1 for the general HHW facility
layout.). Any ignitable or reactive wastes will be protected from possible sources of
ignition or reaction, including but not limited to: open flames, hot surfaces, frictional or
radiant heat, and spontaneous ignition (e.g., from heat-producing chemical reactions).
Any tools used for equipment maintenance in areas containing ignitable wastes will be of
a non-sparking type. Maintenance activities such as welding or cutting, which
potentially could generate sparks or open flame, will be allowed only by special
permission of the contractor’s supervisory staff. This permission will be granted only
after the area has been inspected and tested for flammable vapors and all ignitable or
reactive materials have been removed or protected. Policy will prohibit smoking or open
flame within or near storage building(s). “No Smoking” signs will be placed at the
entrance to unloading and storage areas and will be conspicuously placed wherever

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there is a direct hazard from ignitable or reactive wastes. Areas in which ignitable
materials are stored will require the use of explosion-proof equipment and lighting.
Proper grounding will be maintained in order to dissipate any accumulation of static
charges generated by the movement of household hazardous liquids in pouring or
bulking operations.

Regarding incompatible wastes, the following special provisions apply:

 Incompatible wastes will not be placed in the same container;
 Household hazardous wastes will only be placed in new, unused containers or in
containers cleaned and reconditioned by a licensed manufacturer (and labeled as
such); and
 A storage container holding a household hazardous waste that is incompatible
with any waste or other materials stored in close proximity will be separated
from them by containment structures such as built-curbs or will have secondary
containment such as drip pans constructed of steel or polyethylene.

As a general rule, the handling and storage of all household hazardous wastes
(especially any that are ignitable, reactive, or incompatible) will be conducted so that it
does not:

 Generate extreme heat or pressure, fire or explosion, or violent reaction;
 Produce uncontrolled toxic mists, fumes, dusts, or gases in sufficient quantities
to threaten human health;
 Produce uncontrolled flammable fumes or gases in sufficient quantities to pose
a risk of fire or explosions;
 Damage the structural integrity of the device or facility containing the wastes;
and/or
 Threaten human health or the environment.
The procedures to comply with these provisions depend upon: 1) proper identification of
waste materials as they are received; 2) segregated storage according to compatible
hazard class; and 3) no co-mingling, bulking, or combining of incompatible hazard
classes. The contractor and other appropriate technical publications will provide
guidance.

2.12 Operational/Emergency Equipment and personal Protective Equipment
The HHW Collection Facility will contain the necessary equipment for protecting County
and contractor personnel. The facility will also contain the equipment needed to
implement the contingency plan. The facility will be equipped with an immediately
available two/way radio from which emergency assistance could be summoned. Internal

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communications will be carried out by voice as the most practical method given the
restricted size of the facility. An emergency alarm using sirens and strobe lights is
available to signal an emergency situation.

Other equipment to be kept at the facility will include portable ABC dry chemical fire
extinguishers, spill control equipment including clay and/or inert absorbents, pads,
shovels, brooms, and containers.

All facility communications or alarm systems, fire protection equipment, spill control
equipment, and decontamination equipment will be inspected and maintained by County
or contractor personnel as necessary to ensure its presence and proper operation in
case of emergency. Fire protection equipment will be tested according to manufacturer
specifications.

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) will be used as appropriate to protect County or
contractor personnel from spills, broken containers, and sharp objects. The level of
PPE required for particular tasks will be as directed by the contractor.

2.13 Use and Management of Containers
Appropriate containers fitting DOT specifications will always be used for storing wastes
at the HHW Collection Facility. Contractor personnel preparing wastes for storage will
only use containers that are compatible with the wastes to be stored in them, so that
containment ability is not impaired.

Any containers holding stored HHW will be checked routinely by contractor personnel to
ensure that they haven’t been stored more than one (1) year and also to ensure their
integrity.

If a container holding household hazardous waste is found in poor condition or if it
begins to leak, contractor personnel will transfer the wastes from the defective
container to one that is in good condition or will overpack the container in a suitable
storage drum.

Contractor personnel will ensure that any containers holding household hazardous
waste will be kept closed during storage, except when necessary to add or remove
waste. Caution will be taken in the movement of all containers to prevent them from
being tipped over or punctured. Furthermore, the containers will be opened, handled,
and/or stored in a manner which will minimize the chance of rupture or leakage.

Unobstructed aisle space will be maintained to allow movement of personnel,
containers, and emergency equipment within the storage building at all times.

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2.14 Recycling of Waste
HHW collected at this facility will be recycled or treated whenever economically
practical, and incineration or landfilling will be used as a last resort. In keeping with this
operating philosophy, it is currently anticipated that the following wastes may be
collected for recycling or BTU recovery: motor oil and other automotive fluids, lead-acid
batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries, latex paint, fuels and solvents, mercury (from
florescent bulbs and other sources), and aerosol cans.

2.15 Transportation and Disposal
When the properly registered/licensed transportation and disposal contractor arrives at
the HHW facility for a scheduled pickup, the contractor will ensure that all containers
are properly packaged, labeled, documented, and manifested. Contractor personnel will
then load the containers onto a contractor vehicle and will transport them to a licensed
facility for final treatment, recycling, or disposal.

2.16 Reporting and Documentation
Thorough and accurate records will be maintained to ensure the accurate tracking of
household hazardous materials from the generator to final disposal sites. Container
Contents Sheets will detail each drum’s contents and waste quantities. Waste manifests
will be used to track waste generation, transportation, and final treatment, storage, or
disposal. Signed manifests and other records are compiled by the contractor on a
monthly basis and copies maintained in the facility operating record for inspection upon
request by the DWM. A HHW collection facility annual report will be prepared and
submitted by the County to the DWM on or before August 1st each year.

Additional records that may be generated to ensure accurate record keeping include the
following:

 Drum tracking sheet (contractor’s in-house form);
 Contractor’s material profile sheet (for wastes in bulk, 5 gallons or more);
 Waste certification/notification (to meet requirements of land-ban requirements
if applicable);
 TC rule certification/re-certification (to meet the TCLP Rule requirements, if
applicable); and/or
 Certificates of disposal.

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2.17 Maintenance and Operation of the Facility
The HHW Collection Facility will be maintained and operated to promote personnel
safety and to minimize the possibility of a fire, explosion, or any unplanned sudden or
non-sudden release of household hazardous waste or household hazardous waste
constituents to air, soil, or surface water which could threaten human health or the
environment. The appropriate provisions and procedures necessary to ensure safe and
efficient operations have been stated in this plan.

2.18 Policy for Dealing with Unacceptable Waste
2.18.1 Radioactive Waste
Smoke detectors are the most likely household waste to contain radioactivity.
Residents will be advised by County or contractor personnel to mail used smoke
detectors back to the manufacturers if they are still in business.

2.18.2 Explosives
If explosives are delivered to the facility, the first step will be to immediately
assess the possible danger and close the site if necessary until these materials
are removed. The County Sheriff’s Department will be called with any small
arms ammunition including rifle, shotgun, and handgun. For any military type
explosives, the SBI and Explosives Division at Fort Bragg will be notified. If the
explosive material is not military in nature, then Fort Bragg may not respond.

2.18.3 Medical Waste
Regulated medical waste/sharps will not be accepted at the facility. Non-
regulated (home generated) sharps waste will be safely managed as a solid
waste.

2.18.4 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
Fluorescent light ballasts which may contain polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
will be accepted. However, no other PCB waste will be accepted.

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2.19 Closure
Prior to conducting closure of the HHW facility, the County will submit a written
notification to the DWM which includes a schedule for closure activities. Upon closure of
the facility, Davidson County will remove all household hazardous waste and any
residues. The County will also remove all containers used for storage; equipment used
during the operations of the facility, and will manage these appropriately. Upon
completion of closure, the County will perform an inspection with the DWM to verify that
closure activities are complete.

3.0 CONTINGENCY PLAN
3.1 Contact Information
Responsible Agency: Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management
220 Davidson County Landfill Road
Lexington, NC 27292

Facility Address: Davidson County Landfill
Same as Above

Emergency Contacts: Fire/Ambulance/Police: 911
Primary Contact:
Operations Manager
220 Davidson County Landfill Road
Lexington, NC 27292
Office Phone: [phone]
Cell Phone: [phone]

Secondary Contacts:
Director of Public Services
945 N. Main Street
Lexington, North Carolina 27292
Office Phone: [phone]

County Risk Manager
913 Greensboro Street
Lexington, NC 27292
Office Phone: [phone]
Cell Phone: [phone]

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Additional Contacts:
Director of Emergency Services
Post Office Box 923
Lexington, NC 27292
Office Phone: [phone]
Cell Phone: [phone]
Night Phone: [phone]

Davidson County Fire Marshal
935 North Main Street
Lexington, NC 27292
Office Phone: [phone]
Cell Phone: [phone]

(Contractor)*
3RC Environmental
1401 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Office Phone: [phone]
Cell Phone: [phone]

Additional Contacts: Environmental Senior Specialist
NCDEQ - Div. of Waste Management/
Solid Waste Section
450 West Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Office Phone: [phone]

State Bureau of Investigation
Raleigh, NC
[phone]
* Other area HHW contractors include Clean Harbors, LLC (Reidsville, NC; (336) 342-
6106) and Ecoflo (Greensboro, NC; [phone]).

3.2 Purpose and Implementation
This plan is designed to minimize hazards to human health and the environment from
fires, explosions, or any unplanned, sudden, or non-sudden release of hazardous
constituents to air, soil, or surface water. The provisions of this plan will be carried out
immediately whenever there is an emergency at the facility.

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3.3 Contingency Plan Contents
This plan contains emergency procedures for four types of incidents: spills, fires,
explosions and non-project-related disasters (as defined below):

 A spill is an unintentional release of materials in a quantity that is sufficient to
cause environmental or personal harm.
 A fire is the ignition or conflagration of either waste materials or paper and wood
trash.
 An explosion is a sudden detonation of waste materials.
 Non-project-related disasters include unlikely events such as tornadoes,
earthquakes, floods, or bomb threats.

3.4 Facility Staffing and Emergency Responsibilities
The HHW Collection Facility will be staffed by trained personnel, who will collect
materials from County residents and prepare the materials for shipping. A licensed
contractor will be used for transport, disposal/recycling of materials, and some over-
packing. In the event of an emergency, all appropriately trained personnel who are
available would participate in the response as directed by the designated emergency
coordinator. Accordingly, throughout the remainder of this plan, the term “personnel”
will be used to refer to appropriately trained representatives.

3.5 Arrangements with Local Authorities
The County will make arrangements to familiarize local authorities with all pertinent
aspects of the facility and its operations. In Davidson County, primary emergency
authority is assigned to Davidson County Emergency Management Services, with other
agencies in supporting roles. The responsible agency will therefore work with this
Emergency Management office to ensure that all appropriate local authorities are
properly prepared.

3.6 Revisions
This contingency plan will be kept at the facility and will also be distributed to local
authorities (as described above). The contingency plan will immediately be revised
whenever:

a) The plan fails in an emergency;
b) There are significant changes in facility design, construction, operation, or
maintenance;
c) The list of emergency contacts is changed; and/or
d) The list of emergency equipment is changed.

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This plan will be reviewed periodically by the County for changes and updates.

3.7 Emergency Response Materials and Equipment
A variety of emergency response materials and equipment will be kept at the facility.
These materials will include some or all of the following, as deemed necessary by the
contractor: spill control equipment (described in a subsequent section),
decontamination solutions, fire extinguishers, personal protective equipment (PPE), air
purifying respirator, emergency eyewash station, emergency shower/eyewash, and first
aid kit.

3.8 Designation of Emergency Coordinator
At the time of an emergency, there will be at least one County representative either on
the facility premises or on call with the responsibility for coordinating all emergency
response measures. This coordinator will be familiar with all aspects of the facility’s
contingency plan, all operations and activities at the facility, local characteristics of
wastes to be handled, location of facility records, and facility layout. In addition, this
person will have the authority to commit the resources needed to implement the
contingency plan. The emergency coordinator will coordinate all emergency responses
with the Operations Manager and will supervise the implementation of emergency
procedures described in the following sections of these plans.

3.9 Spill Response Equipment and Procedures
Normal spill prevention techniques will be used at the facility and standard spill control
equipment will be available. This equipment will include some of the following: bulk
absorbents, an over-pack drum, absorbent booms or pillows, polyethylene liners,
containers for contaminated absorbent, non-sparking tools, and decontamination
products. All County personnel will work from the Awareness Level only at first. This
could change to a more aggressive role, as required training will allow. In the event that
a release occurs, the following procedures will be used:

1) The individual who notices the spill will alert other personnel by voice or by
sounding the EAS (Emergency Alert System).

2) All personnel will stop work and secure their areas of responsibility.

3) The emergency coordinator will direct all public participants to a safe area if
necessary.

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4) The emergency coordinator will identify the characteristics, exact source,
amount, and real extent of any released materials. The coordinator will assess
the possible hazards to human health and the environment, considering both
direct and indirect effects (e.g., the effects of any toxic, irritating, or asphyxiating
gases that are generated, or the effects of any hazardous surface-water runoff
from where the water or any chemical agents used). The emergency coordinator
will also determine the proper protective equipment needed and will monitor for
leaks, pressure build up, gas generation, or ruptures in equipment as
appropriate.

5) If the release is serious enough to affect human health or the environment
outside of the facility, the emergency coordinator will immediately contact local
authorities and will also notify the National Response Center or the County
official designed as the on-scene coordinator for the area. This report will
include: name and telephone number of the facility; date and time of the
incident; type of incident; name and quantities of materials involved; extent of
injuries; and possible hazards to human health and the environment.

6) Personnel will be assigned to control the spill and prevent its spread or other
complications. If necessary, personnel can be assigned to isolate storm drains
and sewers. Personnel will don their protective equipment and take the
appropriate steps for cleaning up the spill. Any incompatible materials located
near the spill will be removed. A fire watch will be established and the local fire
department will be notified. Reasonable measures will be taken to ensure that
the problem does not recur or spread to other waste.

7) If the emergency coordinator determines that outside assistance is needed, then
appropriate calls will be made using the emergency phone list.

8) Once the spill is contained and cleaned up, any responsible equipment used will
be decontaminated, inspected, and put back in service when returned to an
acceptable condition.

9) If the emergency coordinator determines that a significant amount of waste
escaped from the facility’s secondary containment structures, a qualified and
suitably trained contractor will take soil and/or surface water samples to
determine the extent of contamination of the area and possible remedial action.

10) The affected areas of the facility will not be placed in operation again until the
County has notified the appropriate authorities that the facility is once again
functional.

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11) The County, with assistance as needed from the contractor, will make a report of
the incident in the operating record and will notify the NCDEQ’s Division of Waste
Management - Solid Waste Section within 24 hours. A written report will be filed
with the division within 15 days and it should include all of the information in Item
(5) above, plus the estimated quantity and disposition of recovered materials
from the incident.

3.10 Fire/Explosion Response Procedures
Procedures to be used in the event of a fire or explosion are as follows:

1) The individual who notices the fire or explosion will alert other personnel by voice
or sounding the EAS.

2) All personnel will stop work and secure their area of responsibility.

3) The emergency coordinator will alert the local fire department and will move
public participants to a secure location.

4) Trained County personnel/outside emergency response personnel will be
assigned and/or contacted to contain and halt the fire unless an explosion is
possible in which case an emergency coordinator will call for evacuation. If the
fire is chemical in nature or spreads to the chemical waste, emergency
responders will be contacted for assistance. Trained County personnel may fight
the fire using fire extinguishers and/or soil and absorbents. Water will generally
not be used if the fire is due to the ignition of a flammable liquid, because the
water spray could cause spattering or allow the liquid to spread.

5) If the fire goes beyond the incipient stage and cannot be controlled with
extinguishers, the emergency coordinator will notify appropriate authorities and
prepare to evacuate the work area. Personnel will assist local responders when
necessary. Such assistance may include helping to evacuate local residents;
blocking off storm drains and protecting water sources; removing all
unnecessary personnel and vehicles from the area; and removing waste material
if possible.

6) If the fire or explosion is serious enough to affect human health or the
environment outside the facility, the emergency coordinator will immediately
contact local authorities and will also notify the National Response Center or the
County official designated as the on-scene coordinator for the area. This report
will include; name and telephone number of the reporter; name, address, and
telephone number of the responsible agency; name, address and telephone
number of the facility; date and time of the incident; type of incident; name and
quantities of materials involved; extent of injuries; and possible hazards to
human health and the environment.

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7) Once the fire has been extinguished, the cleanup of the area will commence.
During cleanup activities, the emergency coordinator will monitor for leaks,
pressure buildup, gas generation, or ruptures in equipment as appropriate. If
the fire was chemical in origin or spread to the waste area, all potentially
contaminated cleanup materials will be disposed as of waste.

8) Further response to a fire will proceed according to Steps 8 through 11 under the
preceding spill response section of this contingency plan.

3.11 Procedures for Non-Project Related Disaster
In the unlikely event of a disaster such as a flood, tornado, earthquake, or bomb threat
the following procedures will be used:

1) The individual noticing the situations will notify other personnel by voice or
sounding EAS.

2) All personnel will stop work and secure their areas of responsibility.

3) The emergency coordinator will alert the appropriate authorities and move
personnel to a secure location. The affected area will be secured to prevent
access.

4) If necessary, further procedures will be determined and implemented when
appropriate, given the specific nature of the emergency.

3.12 Evacuation Plans
Whenever there is an emergency incident at the facility, the emergency coordinator will
decide if evacuation is necessary. In making this decision, the emergency coordinator
will consider various factors, including the following: a) potential for fire and/or
explosion to intensify or spread; b) potential for release of toxic fumes/vapors; and c)
quantity of released material.

If evacuation of the facility is necessary, personnel will be immediately notified by voice
or sounding the EAS. The following procedures will then be implemented:

1) All personnel will leave the facility as quickly as possible through the nearest exit
and proceed directly to a designated assembly area at a safe distance from the
facility. All site personnel will be accounted for. If any personnel are missing,
attempts to find them will be made as long as it does not involve endangering the
lives of others. No personnel or vehicles will be allowed to re-enter the facility
unless specifically authorized by the emergency response personnel.

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2) After the emergency is over, re-entry will not be allowed until the emergency
coordinator has determined that the facility is safe and has given appropriate
notification to personnel.

3.13 Nearby Hospital/Trauma Center
If needed, medical assistance will be summoned by calling 911. The nearest hospital
and trauma center to the HHW facility are as follows below.

3.13.1 Hospital
The nearest hospital is:

Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center
207 Old Lexington Road
Thomasville, NC 27360
Phone: [phone]

Refer to Figure E2 which shows directions to this facility.

3.13.2 Hospital/Trauma Center
The nearest hospital having a trauma center is:

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
1 Medical Center Blvd.
Winston-Salem, NC 27157
Phone: [phone]

Refer to Figure E3 which shows directions to this facility.

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MAP:

DIRECTIONS:
1. Head South on Davidson County Landfill Road.
2. Turn RIGHT onto Roy Lopp Road.
3. In 0.8 miles, Turn RIGHT onto Turner Road.
4. In 1.8 miles, Turn LEFT onto Old US Highway 29.
5. In 0.2 miles, Turn RIGHT onto I-85 BUS North.
6. In 4.3 miles, Take Old US Highway 29 Exit toward Thomasville. Merge onto Old US
Highway 29.
7. In 0.6 miles, Turn RIGHT onto Old Lexington Road.
8. In 0.2 miles, Turn RIGHT onto Hospital Drive West
9. Destination is Ahead on Left.

NEAREST HOSPITAL
(Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center)

SCALE:

NOT TO SCALE

DRAWN BY:

OTHERS

CHECKED BY:

PKS
DATE:

DECEMBER 2017

PROJECT NO.

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MAP:
DIRECTIONS:
1. Head South on Davidson County Landfill Road.
2. Turn RIGHT onto Roy Lopp Road.
3. In 0.8 miles, Turn RIGHT onto Turner Road.
4. In 1.8 miles, Turn LEFT onto Old US Highway 29.
5. In 0.2 miles, Turn LEFT onto I-85 BUS South.
6. In 0.2 miles, Turn RIGHT onto Greensboro Street Ext.
7. In 0.6 miles, Turn RIGHT onto Ridge Road.
8. In 4.8 miles, Turn LEFT onto Thomas Road.
9. In 2.5 miles, Merge onto NC-8 N/US-52N.
10. In 10.9 miles, Take Exit 109B to Merge onto I-40 BUS W/NC-150 W/US-158W/US-421N.
11. In 2.4 miles, Take Exit 4A for Cloverdale Ave. Turn RIGHT onto Cloverdale Ave. NW.
12. In 0.2 miles, Turn LEFT onto Grove Park Ave (Emergency Dept. Entrance).

NEAREST TRAUMA CENTER
(Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – Winston-Salem)

SCALE:

NOT TO SCALE

DRAWN BY:

OTHERS

CHECKED BY:

PKS
DATE:

DECEMBER 2017

PROJECT NO.

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Appendix E1
Application for HHW Identification Number
(Approved 6/22/2001)
Operations Manual – Appendix E: Household Hazardous Waste Plan
Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

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Appendix F
Leachate Release Prevention Plan

Operations Manual
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Operations Manual
Appendix F: Leachate Release Prevention Plan

Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

Prepared for:

Davidson County Integrated Solid Waste Management Department
Lexington, North Carolina

September 2017

© 2017 Smith Gardner, Inc.
This document is intended for the sole use of the client for which it was prepared and
for the purpose agreed upon by the client and Smith Gardner, Inc.
F-1370 F-1370

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Davidson County Landfill Facility
Davidson County, North Carolina

Operations Manual
Appendix F: Leachate Release Prevention Plan

Table of Contents
Page

1.0 OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................... 1 
2.0 DISCHARGE PREVENTION .................................................................................................. 1 
2.1 Compliance with Applicable Requirements ............................................................. 1 
2.2 Facility Layout ............................................................................................................ 1 
2.3 Potential Discharge Flow Direction .......................................................................... 1 
2.4 Containment and Diversionary Structures ............................................................... 1 
2.5 Weekly Inspection and Records ................................................................................ 2 
2.6 Training ...................................................................................................................... 2 
3.0 DISCHARGE RESPONSE ..................................................................................................... 3 
3.1 Reporting of Leachate Releases ............................................................................... 3 
3.2 Remediation ............................................................................................................... 4 
3.3 Waste Disposal .......................................................................................................... 4 
3.4 Investigation and Documentation ............................................................................. 4 

FIGURE
Figure 1 Existing Conditions

APPENDICES
Appendix F1 Secondary Containment Storm Water Removal Procedures
Appendix F2 Leachate Storage Tank Area Weekly Inspection Form
Appendix F3 Quarterly/Annual Training Log Form

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1.0 OVERVIEW
This portion of the Operations Manual was prepared to describe the plan for the prevention of
leachate releases at the facility. Specifically, this plan focuses on the Phase 2 leachate storage
tank area.

2.0 DISCHARGE PREVENTION
The following measures are implemented to minimize the potential for leachate discharges
during the handling, use, or transfer of leachate at the facility. Employees that handle leachate
will receive training in the proper implementation of these measures.

2.1 Compliance with Applicable Requirements
The aboveground leachate storage tank area (Primary Tank A and Secondary
Containment Tank) and operating equipment associated with the Phase 2 landfill unit
are visually inspected weekly for spills, leaks, and integrity. Any noted deficiencies are
addressed by facility personnel.

2.2 Facility Layout
Figure 1 shows the layout of the Phase 2 leachate storage tank area and the surrounding
area.

2.3 Potential Discharge Flow Direction
Drainage from the Phase 2 leachate storage tank area generally flows toward a nearby
rock dam, approximately 100 feet northwest of the leachate storage tank area and
discharges to the north through approximately ¼ mile of wooded area toward Rich Fork
Creek to the west.

In the event of an uncontrolled discharge, some storage is provided immediately upslope
of the rock dam; thus allowing for mitigation. Additional dikes will be created in the
event of a release as necessary to minimize migration.

2.4 Containment and Diversionary Structures
The primary leachate storage tank (Tank A) is located within a larger diameter
secondary containment tank which includes a concrete pad. This containment tank is
equipped with a drain valve that is normally locked in the closed position (located
outside the secondary tank adjacent to a sump on the north side of the secondary
containment tank). The drain valve is located to allow for the drainage of trapped storm
water in northern portion of the secondary containment tank. For storm water in the

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southern portion of the secondary containment tank, a sump is located in the floor of the
secondary containment tank where a pump may be placed for removal of storm water.
Accumulated storm water inside the secondary containment tank will be removed
following the procedures in Appendix F1.

2.5 Weekly Inspection and Records
The checklist provided in Appendix F2 is used for weekly inspections by facility
personnel. This weekly inspection includes observing the exterior of storage tanks,
piping, and other equipment for signs of deterioration, leaks, corrosion, and/or thinning.

All problems or potential issues regarding tanks and related equipment must
immediately be reported to the Operations/Landfill Manager or Maintenance Manager
(see Section 3.1 for contact information). Visible leaks from tank walls, piping, or other
components must be repaired as soon as possible to prevent a larger spill or a
discharge outside of the secondary storage tank. Pooled leachate will be removed
immediately upon discovery. Written weekly inspection records are signed by the
Operations/Landfill Manager or his designee and maintained in the operating record for
a period of three (3) years.

2.6 Training
The Operations/Landfill Manager is the facility designee and is responsible for leachate
discharge prevention, control, and response preparedness activities at this facility.

Facility management has trained leachate-handling personnel in the operation and
maintenance of leachate release prevention equipment, discharge procedure protocols,
applicable pollution control laws, rules and regulations, general facility operations, and
the content of this Leachate Release Prevention Plan. New facility personnel with
leachate-handling responsibilities are provided with this same training prior to being
involved in leachate operations. Quarterly discharge prevention briefings will be held by
the Operations/Landfill Manager or the Maintance Manager for facility personnel
involved in leachate operations. Annual drills of leachate release response will also be
conducted. These drills will include release reporting to appropriate individuals and
response action drills. Records of the briefings and discharge prevention training are
documented on the form shown in Appendix F3 and are maintained in the operating
record for a period of three (3) years.

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3.0 DISCHARGE RESPONSE
This section describes the response and cleanup procedures that will take place in the event of
a leachate discharge. The uncontrolled discharge of leachate to groundwater, surface water, or
soil is prohibited by State and Federal laws. Immediate action must be taken to control,
contain, and recover discharged leachate.

In general, the following steps will be taken:

 If possible and safe to do so, identify and shut down the source of the discharge to stop
the flow;
 Contact the Operations/Landfill Manager, Maintenance Manger, or their alternate(s);
 Contain the discharge with berms, trenches, sandbags, or other material;
 The Operations/Landfill Manager or Maintenance Manager will contact regulatory
authorities and the response organization (currently Highway 64 Portables – (336) 474-
1436);
 Discuss with regulatory authorities any assessment or corrective actions that may be
required; and
 Collect and dispose of recovered leachate according to regulations.

The reporting of leachate releases will be as described in Section 3.1.

3.1 Reporting of Leachate Releases
The Operations/Landfill Manager or Maintenance Manger will be notified immediately of
any release of leachate at the landfill (contact information below). This includes
leachate released into or outside of the secondary containment tank.

Operations/Landfill Manager: Steven Sink
Phone (Office): [phone]
Phone (Cell): [phone].

Maintenance Manager: William Noonan
Phone (Office): [phone]
Phone (Cell): [phone].

Additionally, the NCDEQ facility inspector (see below) will be notified of any leachate that
is released outside the secondary containment tank.

Facility Inspector: Susan Heim, Environmental Senior Specialist
NCDEQ – Winston-Salem Regional Office
450 West Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Phone: [phone]

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3.2 Remediation
Once facility staff has stopped the source of the leak, remediation of leachate released
and impacted soil and water will begin. Remediation activities will be conducted to
minimize the migration of leachate as well as to remove leachate and leachate impacted
materials. Remediation activities may include (but are not limited to): construction of
berms to prevent further migration of leachate; pumping of leachate from ponded areas;
and removal of leachate impacted soils/gravel.

3.3 Waste Disposal
Following the containment and control of a release, the Operations/Landfill Manager will
provide for proper characterization, collection, treatment, and disposal of materials
utilized and impacted by the released leachate. Recovered leachate will be taken to a
wastewater treatment plant for disposal. Soils or gravel that have been contacted with
leachate may be disposed in the active MSW landfill unit. In addition, the
Operations/Landfill Manager will ensure that any affected equipment or materials are
replaced and/or restored to full operational condition.

3.4 Investigation and Documentation
The Operations/Landfill Manager will investigate the cause of the release and document
the procedures taken during to mitigate the release and remedy the situation.
Furthermore, additional measures may be implemented as feasible in order to prevent a
similar release.

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Appendix F1
Secondary Containment Tank Storm Water Removal Procedures

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Davidson County Landfill Facility
Leachate Release Prevention Plan

Secondary Containment Storm Water Removal Procedures

1. Observe water in secondary containment tank for any evidence of leachate
(sheen on the water surface; discolored water; and/or discharge from primary
containment tank or piping).

If leachate appears to be present, use a submersible pump to remove all water
into either a tanker truck or into the primary containment tank. If water appears
to be storm water only, follow Steps 2 through 4.

2. Open the valve just to the north side of the secondary containment tank and
observe the flow of storm water from the existing storm water discharge pipe.
Optionally, use a submersible pump to remove all water to a nearby drainage
channel. Verify that no erosion is occurring at the discharge location.

3. Monitor the flow every 15 minutes until storm water is removed from the
secondary containment tank.

4. CLOSE the VALVE to the storm water discharge pipe (or turn off the submersible
pump if used). Observe that no flow is coming from the storm water discharge
pipe.

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Appendix F2
Leachate Storage Tank Area Weekly Inspection Form

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Leachate Storage Tank Area Weekly Inspection Form

Date: Inspection By: Supervisor’s Signature:

Y* N Description & Comments
Primary Containment Tank(s)
Tank surfaces show sign of leakage
Tank(s) are damaged, rusted, or deteriorated
Bolts, rivets, or seams are damaged
Level gauge or alarms are inoperable
Vent is obstructed
Foundation is cracked
Secondary Containment Tank
Tank surfaces show sign of leakage
Tank is damaged, rusted, or deteriorated
Bolts, rivets, or seams are damaged
Concrete floor/foundation is cracked to allow flow
of leachate through

Stormwater removal system is inoperable or
shows evidence of leakage

Piping and Equipment
Flow meter/batcher is/are inoperable
Transfer pump is inoperable
Automatic control valve is inoperable
Blower is inoperable
Mixer is inoperable
Piping or valves show evidence of leaking
Insulation and heat tracing is not functioning
properly and/or is damaged

Loadout Pad/Sump
Area around pad shows evidence of spillage
Sump pump is inoperable
Discharge piping/valves are damaged and/or
inoperable

* For items that are marked “Yes” and which could result in the failure of the tank(s) to contain leachate, remedial measures
will be taken immediately to correct the deficiency. Items that are marked “Yes” and which would not result in the failure of
the tank(s) to contain leachate, remedial measures will be taken as soon as practical.

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Appendix F3
Quarterly/Annual Training Log Form

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Davidson County Landfill Facility

Quarterly Leachate Release Prevention Training Log and
Annual Release Response Drill Log

Date

Subject

Trainer(s)

Attendees

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Appendix G
Operations Testing Memo

Operations Manual
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Davidson County Landfill – Phase 2
Operations Manual Training Log

Date Subject Trainer Attendees

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