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Ed, please find attached a permit renewal application for EJE Recycling. This document contains an
updated Operations Plan and pertinent local government information. A set of updated Facility
Drawings accompanies this application in a separate file.
Aside from updating titles and labeling, there are no significant changes in the documents from
those submitted in 2009 for the earlier renewal. Please contact me if you have any questions or
comments. Thank you.
G. David Garrett, P.G., P.E.
Senior Engineer
Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
4021 Stirrup Creek Drive – Suite 100
Durham, North Carolina 27703
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OPERATIONS PLAN AND PERMIT RENEWAL APPLICATION

EJE RECYCLING, INC.
MSW Transfer Station and Recycling Facility
Pitt County, NC (NCDEQ Permit 74-06T)

Prepared For:

EJE Recycling, Inc.
802 Recycling Lane
Greenville, NC 27834

Prepared By:

Amec Foster Wheeler
Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
4021 Stirrup Creek Drive, Suite 100
Durham, North Carolina 27703
[phone]
amecfw.com

Registered in North Carolina
Engineering and Land Surveying License No. F-1253

October 17, 2016

Amec Foster Wheeler Project No.: 6468-16-6092

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NC Solid Waste Permit No. 74-06T

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................. 1
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 2
1.1 Name of Facility ................................................................................................ 2
1.2 Applicant Information ........................................................................................ 2
1.3 Operator Information ......................................................................................... 2
1.4 Landowner Information ..................................................................................... 2
1.5 Engineer Information ......................................................................................... 2
1.6 Financial Responsibility ..................................................................................... 2
1.7 Regulatory Contacts ......................................................................................... 3
2. PHYSICAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 4
2.1 Location and Past Uses of Property .................................................................. 4
2.2 Site Description and Acreage ............................................................................ 4
2.3 Legal Documentation ........................................................................................ 4
2.4 Topography and Drainage ................................................................................ 4
2.5 Access Roads ................................................................................................... 4
2.6 Local Government Zoning ................................................................................. 5
2.7 Floodplains Restrictions .................................................................................... 5
2.8 Wetlands Restrictions ....................................................................................... 5
3. DESCRIPTION OF WASTE STREAM ............................................................................ 6
3.1 Accepted Wastes .............................................................................................. 6
3.2 Prohibited Wastes ............................................................................................. 6
3.3 Daily Tonnages ................................................................................................. 6
3.4 Service Area ..................................................................................................... 6
3.5 Receiving Facilities ........................................................................................... 7
4. FACILITY DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................. 8
4.1 Equipment and Structures ................................................................................. 8
4.2 Security and Access Control ............................................................................. 8
4.3 Signage............................................................................................................. 8
4.4 Runoff and Leachate Control ............................................................................ 8
4.5 Staff Qualifications ............................................................................................ 9
4.6 Operator Responsibilities .................................................................................. 9
4.7 Hours of Operation ............................................................................................ 9
5. ROUTINE OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ...........................................................10
5.1 Material Receiving ...........................................................................................10
5.2 Waste Screening ..............................................................................................10
5.3 MSW Transfer ..................................................................................................11
5.4 Recycling Activities ..........................................................................................11
5.5 Special Waste Handling ...................................................................................13
5.6 Housekeeping/Vector Control Methods ............................................................13
5.7 Leachate Collection and Disposal ....................................................................14
5.8 Rain Water Management .................................................................................14
5.9 Litter and Dust Control .....................................................................................15
5.10 Safety and Fire Prevention ...............................................................................15
5.11 Facility Maintenance ........................................................................................15

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6. OPERATING RECORD .................................................................................................16
7. CONTINGENCY PLAN ..................................................................................................17
7.1 Hazardous Materials ........................................................................................17
7.2 Hot Loads ........................................................................................................18
7.3 Fire Control ......................................................................................................18
7.4 Spill Response .................................................................................................19
7.5 Severe Weather ...............................................................................................19
7.6 Equipment Breakdown .....................................................................................20
8. FINANCIAL ASSURANCE .............................................................................................21
8.1 Background ......................................................................................................21
8.2 Incoming Waste Stream ...................................................................................21
8.3 Recyclables Stored On-Site .............................................................................21
8.4 Total Material Tonnage Subject to Financial Assurance ...................................22
8.5 Total Financial Assurance Due ........................................................................22
9. WASTE SCREENING AND INSPECTION PROGRAM .................................................23
9.1 WASTE ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA .................................................................23
9.1.1 Prohibited Wastes ............................................................................................23
9.2 LOAD INSPECTION PROGRAM .....................................................................24
9.3 OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY....................................................................25
9.4 TRAINING ........................................................................................................26
9.5 RECORD KEEPING.........................................................................................26
10. HAZARDOUS WASTE CONTINGENCY PLAN .............................................................. 1
10.1 Hot Loads ......................................................................................................... 1
10.2 Hazardous Waste Emergencies ........................................................................ 1
10.3 Non-Emergency Hazardous Waste ................................................................... 1
10.4 Record Keeping ................................................................................................ 2

DRAWINGS
Refer to the folded drawing set, which accompanies this report.

APPENDICES
1 OWNER/OPERATOR (AS APPLICANT) SIGNATURE
PITT COUNTY ZONING LETTER
PROPERTY DEED
FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS
2 WASTE SCREENING FORM
3 HAZARDOUS WASTE RESPONDERS
4 USEFUL AGENCIES AND CONTACTS
5 STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
6 FIRE NOTIFICATION FORM

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1 Summary

FOREWORD
Amec Foster Wheeler was retained by EJE Recycling, Inc. to provide services pertaining to the
renewal of the Permit to Operate for the Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Transfer Station.

The subject facility is an existing MSW Transfer Station and Recycling Facility located in eastern
Pitt County. These privately owned and operated facilities are key components of Pitt County’s
solid waste management strategy. The facility was originally permitted and built in 2001. The
facility served as a flood-debris repository after Hurricane Floyd in 1999-2000, and the facility
remains an integral part of the regional emergency management program with a 100-mile service
area, consistent with the Construction and Demolition Landfill (CDLF).

Normal waste intake for the MSW Transfer Station is 100 tons per day, with an estimated recycling
rate of 30 percent. The facility is designed to handle a daily intake of 200 tons per day. MSW
wastes are transferred to East Coast Regional Landfill in Bertie County utilizing facility-owned
tractor-trailers. All waste is weighed in and inspected as it is being loaded. The tipping floor is
covered, and a leachate capture system conveys liquids by gravity to a 1500-gallon storage tank.
Leachate is transported under a NCDEQ Division of Water Quality pump and haul permit to the
City of Greenville Public Owned Treatment Works (POTW) for disposal.

Recycling activities consist of sorting, picking, storage and transport of inert materials derived
from incoming construction and demolition debris (C&D) wastes that meet the definition of the
SWS regulations. The MSW waste stream may include recyclable non-C&D materials, i.e.,
materials similar to C&D derived from commercial, residential, and industrial sources, such as
wood wastes (including pallets), cardboard, metals, and aggregates. Recyclable materials are
sorted in the recycling area and stockpiled or placed in roll-off boxes. Non-recyclable C&D
materials are disposed in the nearby CDLF, while non-C&D reject materials are taken to the
adjacent Transfer Station.

The facility operation has been compliant with the regulations, based on correspondence on file
at the SWS public web site. No substantial changes to the facility or its operation are effected at
this time. This permit renewal document was prepared in accordance with SWS guidance issued
in September 2008, which requires specific formatting for the operations plan and drawings.

Revisions

Rev. 0 Draft Application Issue June 19, 2009
Rev. 0.1 Permit Renewal August 31, 2009
Rev. 0.2 Permit Renewal October 12, 2016

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Name of Facility
EJE Recycling and Disposal, Inc.
MSW Transfer Station and Recycling Facility

1.2 Applicant Information
EJE Recycling and Disposal, Inc.

1.3 Operator Information
EJE Recycling and Disposal, Inc.
Mr. Judson Whitehurst, Owner
Mr. Wayne Bell, General Manager
802 Recycling Lane
Greenville, North Carolina 27834
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]

1.4 Landowner Information
EJE Recycling and Disposal, Inc.
802 Recycling Lane
Greenville, North Carolina 27834

1.5 Engineer Information
G. David Garrett, P.G. P.E.
Amec Foster Wheeler
Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
4021 Stirrup Creek Drive, Suite 100
Durham, North Carolina 27703
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]

1.6 Financial Responsibility
EJE Recycling and Disposal, Inc.
Judson Whitehurst, President

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1.7 Regulatory Contacts
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Washington Regional Office
943 Washington Square Mall Tel. [phone]
Washington, NC 27889 Fax [phone]

Division of Waste Management - Solid Waste Section

Eastern Regional Supervisor: Tel. [phone]
Fayetteville Regional Office

Permitting Branch Engineer: Tel. [phone]
DWM Central Office

Waste Management Specialist: Tel. [phone]
Washington Regional Office

Groundwater Hydrogeologist: Tel. [phone]
DWM Central Office

Refer to Appendices 3 and 4 for lists of emergency responders, special waste disposal
facilities, and useful agency contacts. These lists should be kept current for handy
reference.

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2. PHYSICAL INFORMATION

2.1 Location and Past Uses of Property
Historic uses of the property were agricultural and residential.

Latitude N 35.621646
Longitude E -77.182862

Pitt County Tax Department PIN identification is 56923 (see Appendix 1).

The physical address (street address and mail) is

802 Recycling Lane
Greenville, North Carolina 27834

2.2 Site Description and Acreage
The entire tract covers a total of 79.45 acres (see Appendix 1), with an estimated 35
acres utilized for the transfer station and recycling activities.

2.3 Legal Documentation
A copy of the deed to the property and a tax map from the County GIS web site are
furnished in Appendix 1.

2.4 Topography and Drainage
The north end of the site (near US 264) is relatively flat with elevations varying from
approximately El. 20 feet to El. 22 feet (NAVD 88). Minor surface drainage near the
highway flows to the highway ditch, but this involves none of the material handling areas.
The scales are located near a gradually rising divide, south of which all the drainage within
the material handling facilities is toward the south. Drainage south of the facility is toward
a wetlands area existing near El. 18 feet (see facility drawings).

2.5 Access Roads
All public roads in the vicinity and the driveway approaching the scale house are paved.
Other on-site driveways are unpaved but improved for all-weather access.

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2.6 Local Government Zoning
The site is not zoned. A letter from the County stating such is presented in Appendix 1.

2.7 Floodplains Restrictions
No portion of the operational area is within the 100-year floodplain. Excerpts from Flood
Insurance Rate Map Panels 3720562800J and 3720564800K show the nearest 100-year
floodplain relative to the recycling yard several hundred feet to the south down gradient of
the CDLF (see Appendix 1). Anecdotal information from the facility operators (and first-
hand observation by the author) indicates that the facility did not flood in 1999 during
Hurricane Floyd.

2.8 Wetlands Restrictions
No portion of the operational area is located within wetlands. Mapping from the National
Wetlands Inventory (NWI) shows the location of the nearest wetlands relative to the
recycling yard (see Appendix 1).

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3. DESCRIPTION OF WASTE STREAM

3.1 Accepted Wastes
The Transfer Station and Recycling Facility is permitted to accept MSW derived from
residential, commercial and industrial sources, construction and demolition debris (C&D),
and land clearing inert debris (LCID). Other wastes that may be accepted for recycling
include tires, batteries, electronic devices (computer monitors), white goods, fluorescent
lamps, mercury switches, and old creosote-treated utility poles.

3.2 Prohibited Wastes
Asbestos may be accepted at the C&D Landfill, but asbestos may NOT be handled or
processed at the Transfer Station or the Recycling Facility. No hazardous waste as
defined by 15A NCAC 13A .0102, or hazardous waste from conditionally exempt small
quantity generators (CESQG), or liquid waste will be accepted. No polychlorinated
biphenyl (PCB), medical wastes, radioactive wastes, or transformers shall be accepted.
Septage shall not be accepted without further permitting. Used asphalt shingles should
not be processed at the Transfer Station, but they may be disposed at the CDLF.

3.3 Daily Tonnages
The daily intake is typically 60 to 100 tons per day for the Transfer Station and Recycling
Facility, exclusive of the C&D waste stream (which is directed to the CDLF, operated under
a separate permit). The estimated percentage by weight of recycling that occurs (including
aggregates, wood wastes, cardboard and metal) is 30 percent.

3.4 Service Area
The service area for MSW acceptance includes counties within and touching a 100-mile
radius, including the following counties in North Carolina (see Figure 1):
Pitt Beaufort Craven Lenoir Greene
Pamlico Jones Duplin Wayne Wilson
Edgecombe Martin Hyde Carteret Onslow
Pender New Hanover Bladen Sampson Cumberland
Harnett Johnston Wake Durham Granville
Vance Warren Franklin Nash Halifax
Northampton Hertford Gates Camden Currituck
Pasquotank Perquimans Chowan Bertie Washington
Tyrell Dare
No out-of-state waste is accepted.

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3.5 Receiving Facilities
Non-recycled MSW materials from this facility are transferred and disposed at East
Carolina Regional Landfill, Permit #08-03, located in Bertie County. Non-recycled C&D
materials are disposed within the adjacent CDLF, Permit #74-07, subject to service area
requirements. The service area for East Carolina Regional Landfill is all of North Carolina.
Recycled materials are sold at various established markets.

Figure 1 - MSW Service Area

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4. FACILITY DESCRIPTION
4.1 Equipment and Structures
The facility maintains sufficient mechanical equipment and support vehicles to operate the
facility. A partial listing of the equipment used at the facility is provided below – this list
may change with time:
• Five 48-foot (110 c.y.) transfer trailers with covers
• Three road tractors
• Two rubber-tire front end loaders
• One on-site tractor for staging trailers
• One rubber tire backhoe for sorting and packing
The tipping pad is paved and covered with a roof (open-side steel structure) and dedicated
leachate management appurtenances (capture system and storage tank). A paved
approach apron provides access to the 6,000 square foot tipping floor. The tipping pad is
divided into three main areas, each with a loading bay (see facility drawing) – the west
end is mainly for MSW loads containing household waste. All MSW remains under the
existing canopy. The facility has an electronic scale, combined scale house and offices,
and a maintenance building. The equipment is fueled and serviced on the premises.

4.2 Security and Access Control
The site is secured by a fence and gate on the access road and natural barriers (streams,
forests) along the perimeter.

4.3 Signage
Signs are present to direct traffic to the appropriate unloading areas. A large sign is posted
at the entrance providing the facility name, permit number, emergency contact information,
hours of operation, and acceptable and prohibited materials.

4.4 Runoff and Leachate Control
The tipping pad and trailer loading areas drain to paved channels and a pipe leading to a
1000-gallon holding tank. A roof shelter prevents rainwater from contacting the waste on
the tipping pad. Leachate brought in with the wastes is collected by sweeping it toward
the rear of the facility and into the trailer loading area. Trucks are not allowed to leave the
tipping bays until all leachate has drained out. Leachate is removed under a NCDEQ
pump and haul permit. The roof drains lead to approved storm water appurtenances. Spill
prevention and response plans are in place.

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4.5 Staff Qualifications
A certified Operator is present on-site at all times during operations per NC DENR Division
of Waste Management rules. The staff is trained to spot hazardous and non-conforming
materials that cannot be disposed in the on-site CDLF. As many of the facility staff as
practical will receive Operations Specialist training from a credible organization, e.g.,
SWANA. Certificates will be posted prominently in the scale house, and certifications will
be kept up-to-date.

4.6 Operator Responsibilities
The Operator is responsible for the daily operations, maintenance, and general
housekeeping of the facility. The Operator directs all traffic into and out of the transfer
station and is responsible for the orderly movement of waste from the tipping area into the
trailers. The Operator is responsible for making sure the tipping area is cleared of wastes
at the end of each working day. The Operator is also responsible for site security, safety
of personnel, and general regulatory compliance.

4.7 Hours of Operation
Monday thru Friday 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM until 1:00PM
Sunday Closed

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5. ROUTINE OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

5.1 Material Receiving
The Transfer Station must be operated in accordance with the approved Operation Plan
and conditions of the Solid Waste Permit issued by the NCDEQ. Collection and transport
vehicles must enter the facility via the main entrance off Highway 264. Vehicles must be
weighed via the scales. Once a vehicle has passed the scale house area, it will continue
along the access road directly to the tipping floor of the Transfer Station. No vehicle shall
enter the Transfer Station until directed so by the staff.

The Operator will direct vehicles to back into the facility through the east entrance.
Adequate area is available in front of the Transfer Station for drivers to que their vehicles
into a backing maneuver. The vehicles will back onto the tipping floor to an area
designated by the attendant. The MSW waste load will be discharged onto the tipping
floor, inspected by the Operator, and pushed into a waiting transfer trailer.

5.2 Waste Screening
Screening and inspection of incoming loads begins at the scale house. Signs informing
customers of the acceptable and unacceptable types of waste are posted at the entrance
near the scale house. The scale attendant shall question the driver and visually check the
vehicle as it crosses the scale. A camera mounted over the scales may facilitate this
activity. Any suspicious loads will be pulled aside for a more detailed inspection prior to
leaving the scale house area. Loads with unacceptable materials will be turned away from
the facility. Wastes generated from outside of the service area will be turned away.

The Operator will inspect the discharged waste. The Operator and other staff are trained
to recognize unacceptable wastes. A small track hoe is used to pick through the wastes
to segregate C&D, LCID, metals and cardboard from the loads. Periodic waste screening
shall be conducted in accordance with the Waste Screening Program (Section 9). The
Operator shall use the Waste Screening Form (Appendix 2) to document the waste
screening activities.

• For materials that are non-hazardous but unacceptable for transport, including
materials banned from the receiving landfills (e.g., tires, pallets, white goods,
electronic gear, mercury switches or light bulbs), the load will be isolated or placed
in a special container until the non-conforming materials can be removed. The
hauler is responsible for removing unacceptable waste from the property, unless
provisions are made with EJE to recycle or dispose of the materials in a specific
permitted facility, in which case the special wastes are kept separated.

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• For hazardous materials, the Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan shall be
followed (see Section 10). If a load is rejected due to hazardous materials, the
rejection shall be noted on the Waste Screening Form, along with the
identification of the driver and vehicle. A responsible party to the load generator
or hauler shall be notified that the load was rejected. That generator or hauler may
be scrutinized more closely or banished from the facility. If the violation is repetitive
or severe (based on the Operator’s judgement), State authorities shall be notified.

5.3 MSW Transfer
The Transfer Station will only accept waste for which it is permitted to receive. After the
metals, cardboard, C&D and LCID materials have been culled from the loads the MSW is
pushed by a rubber-tire loader into the open top transfer trailers, specifically designed for
hauling MSW, located in the lower level of the Transfer Station. All waste will stay in the
covered area of the Transfer Station. Trailers shall be promptly covered with tarps and
removed from the MSW loading area when full to await transport to the receiving facility.
The tipping floor and transfer trailer staging area will be cleaned at the end of each
operating day.

5.4 Recycling Activities
Certain recyclables, e.g., construction/demolition debris (C&D), land clearing and inert
debris (LCID) and white goods will be separated at the Transfer Station. Cardboard,
metals and C&D, land-clearing debris may stay on the floor of the building for no more
than 48 hours or two working days.

5.4.1 C&D Materials
Recyclable C&D materials are handled in accordance with the provisions for each material
category discussed below. Each specific material, e.g., wood waste, cardboard,
aggregate, shall be segregated and placed in a designated trailer or temporary stockpile.
Non-recyclable C&D material will be deposited in an open-top trailer staged on the north,
west or south side of the Transfer Station. The trailers will be moved once they are loaded
and covered. The C&D will be disposed at the adjacent CDLF. Only materials meeting
the definition of C&D wastes in the Solid Waste rules, i.e., the materials must be
derived from an actual construction and demolition site, will be transferred to the
CDLF. The C&D wastes shall not be ground prior to disposal.

5.4.2 Pallets and Clean Wood Waste
Unpainted and untreated wood may be pulled from the waste stream and stockpiled in a
designated area (see facility drawings) for recycling into mulch or boiler fuel. Engineered

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wood, e.g., oriented strand board (OSB), medium dense fiberboard (MDF), plywood,
pallets, may be stockpiled for recycling into boiler fuel subject to the requirements of the
receiving facility. Engineered wood waste meeting the definition of C&D may be disposed
in the CDLF, provided it is untreated. Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) or creosote-
treated wood must be transferred to the receiving MSW facility, except utility poles (see
Section 5.5.2). Wood wastes may be shredded or ground to make mulch for on-site use.
Mulching for off-site distribution is not authorized without additional permitting.

Wood wastes may be stockpiled in one or more piles of 6,000 cubic yards or less, not to
exceed 35 feet in height, with a minimum of 25 feet of clearance in between the piles for
fire-fighter access. Ground-up wood wastes must be removed from the site at least
quarterly; the maximum volume of a given pile should not exceed 6,000 cubic yards.
Ground materials destined for making mulch may be stockpiled, but the piles must
be removed or turned quarterly to prevent composting.

5.4.3 Vegetative Debris
Limbs, stumps, brush and other vegetation may be stockpiled and ground on the premises
for making boiler fuel or mulch, subject to the same requirements for stockpiling clean
wood wastes (see Section 5.4.1). These materials may be commingled with the clean
wood wastes, subject to the maximum stockpile and fire-fighting requirements.

5.4.4 White Goods and Tires
These materials may be kept on site for recycling in designated stockpiles (see facility
drawings). Stockpiles of both materials must be removed quarterly and kept in a manner
to discourage vectors, i.e., protected from rainfall. Stockpile areas shall be graded to
promote positive drainage at all times. No further procession of the tires or white
goods (shredding or dismantling) is authorized – additional permitting must be
obtained from the NCDEQ prior to engaging in these activities.

5.4.5 Metals and Cardboard
Metal and cardboard debris is sorted and loaded into trailers staged at the south side of
the Transfer Station. The trailers are covered and kept onsite until a full load is reached,
except that cardboard shall not be allowed to begin composting. These materials should
not be stockpiled on the ground, except under extenuating circumstances, e.g., equipment
breakdown or high influx that exceeds processing capacity. Other than packaging and
temporary storage, no further processing activities are authorized without
additional permitting from NCDEQ.

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5.4.6 Aggregates
Inert materials such as brick, block, concrete, and asphalt, may be stockpiled on the
premises and ground or crushed to make recycled aggregate. These materials may be
stockpiled indefinitely and used on-site or sold off-site.

5.5 Special Waste Handling
The following materials may potentially be encountered at the Transfer Station and
Recycling Facility. This aspect of the Operations Plan may be amended (under a future
revision number) as needed.

5.5.1 Asbestos
Asbestos shall not be handled at the Transfer Station and Recycling Facility, except the
materials may be weighed in at the scales. The Operations Plan for the CDLF has
provisions for acceptance of asbestos at that facility.

5.5.2 Utility Poles
Creosote-treated utility poles may be stored and redistributed on the premises in a
designated area (see facility plan). The poles shall be kept in a whole condition. No
grinding or processing of these materials is authorized.

5.6 Housekeeping/Vector Control Methods

5.6.1 Tipping Floor Cleaning
The tipping floor and transfer trailer staging area will be cleared of putrescible waste and
cleaned at the end of each operating day. The facility will be swept down daily. The floor
will be washed down as warranted to prohibit nuisance conditions. Wash water is
collected toward the rear of the facility and directed into the trailer loading area, where
surface drains leading to a 1500-gallon storage tank are located. Grates and traps located
at the floor drain inlets will be cleaned frequently and after wash down.

5.6.2 Vector Control
EJE shall provide vector control measures for the protection of human health and the
environment. Disease vectors are defined as any rodent, flies, mosquitoes, or other
animals, including insects, capable of transmitting disease to humans. Control of disease
vectors will be maintained by implementation of a daily cleaning program, which involves
daily removal of waste, leachate, and wash water from the facility operating areas.

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The removal of waste at the end of each operating day will lessen the attraction to animals.
EJE will use wash water to keep the tipping floor and drive-thru areas clean and free from
rodents, flies, and other animals. A high-pressure steamer shall be utilized as needed.
EJE may also use deodorizers as needed to accomplish these goals. Stagnant or ponded
water shall be prevented from occurring to control mosquito breeding. If problems with
controlling disease vectors occur, the services of County mosquito control or a licensed
exterminator should be employed.

5.7 Leachate Collection and Disposal
The design and operation of the facility minimizes water contact with the MSW and
reduces generated leachate quantities. Wash water and leachate from the tipping and
sorting areas and the waste loading areas are directed to a holding tank via a dedicated
drain system. Based on the original construction plans, a 36-inch diameter floor drain with
a grate is located in the loading area, connected to an 8-inch diameter PVC gravity pipe
(equipped with a clean-out port) that leads to a 1500-gallon below ground holding tank.
The holding tank is equipped with a high-water alarm. Leachate is pumped to a tanker
truck (owned by the facility) as needed and taken to the City of Greenville POTW, located
approximately 7.5 miles west of the facility.

According to the original pump and haul permit on file with the SWS (website), the facility
had planned to pump 300 gallons per month. The procedures listed in the original plan
include pumping out the holding tank as needed (estimated once per month), exercising
care to avoid spillage. The pumped wastewater shall be immediately transported to the
POTW; the Operator shall check for leaks prior to the pumper truck leaving the site. The
records indicate no problems with this aspect of the facility operation, thus no changes are
proposed. Records of leachate removal (dates and quantities) shall be kept in the facility
Operating Record (see Section 6.0).

5.8 Rain Water Management
The roof of the Transfer Station has drains that convey storm water to approved storm
water management measures. Runoff in the stockpile areas outside the cover tipping and
sorting facility is directed to one or more approved storm water measures that are
designed to prevent erosion (see facility drawings). Steps have been taken to direct
surface “run-on” away from processing areas and stockpiles, thus minimizing water
contact with the wastes. Normal rainfall contacting the inert wastes are managed in the
storm water system and discharged in a NPDES storm water general permit, which
includes a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP, found in Appendix 5).

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5.9 Litter and Dust Control
The facility staff polices the premises each day to detect and remove windblown debris
and miscellaneous litter on the ground. The contingency plan (see Section 7.0) discusses
measures implemented to prevent blowing debris. Dust is controlled on access roads and
operating areas by sprinkling clean water as needed. Ground surfaces outside the
immediate operating areas are vegetated. The plans shown 6-foot high chain link fences
surrounding the Transfer Station (windward sides).

5.10 Safety and Fire Prevention
The facility staff are trained to observe conditions that could constitute a fire hazard or
safety hazard to customers or the staff. Any situation that could endanger either the public
or the staff will be corrected immediately, including but not limited to shutting down all or
a portion of the facility as needed until the situation can be corrected. Other measures
intended to promote safety include the use of signs for traffic control, on-site
communications, equipment and facility maintenance and staff training.

Fire prevention is accomplished by proper turning and removal of stockpiles, exercising
caution when fueling equipment, proper storage of fuels, banning smoking near
combustible or flammable materials, and adding a vent on the leachate holding tank
cleanout riser. No open burning will be allowed in the facility.

5.11 Facility Maintenance
All facility equipment, buildings, scales, leachate and drainage appurtenances, and
security measures shall be maintained in good operating order. Documentation of
repairs shall be placed in the Operating Record (see Section 6.0).

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6. OPERATING RECORD

The following related to the Transfer Station shall be maintained in an operating record:

A Waste inspection records (on designated forms);
B Daily tonnage records - including source of generation and destination;
C Records of leachate removal (volume and dates);
D Records of recycled goods shipments (type, volume and date);
E Records of stockpile turning or removal (type, volume and date);
F Quantity, location of disposal, generator, and handling procedures employed for
all special wastes disposed of at the site;
G Records of tires and white goods (quantity and dates of removal);
H Audit records and regulatory compliance inspection reports;
I List of generators and haulers that have attempted to dispose of restricted wastes;
J Employee training procedures and records of training completed;
K Current cost estimates for financial assurance documentation;
L Records of operational problems or repairs needed at the facility;
M Daily rainfall records (via on-site rain gauge) – coordinate this with the CDLF;
N Fire notification forms, as needed.

The Owner or his designee will keep the operating record up to date. Daily logbooks may
be used for some items. Records shall be presented upon request to Division of Waste
Management staff for inspection. A copy of this Operations Plan shall be kept at the facility
office and will be available at all times.

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7. CONTINGENCY PLAN

7.1 Hazardous Materials
A detailed Hazardous Materials Response Plan is provided in Section 10. In the event
that identifiable hazardous waste, or waste of suspicious nature, is detected at the scales
or in the tipping area, appropriate measures will be employed as necessary to protect the
staff and public. Hazardous waste identification may be based on (but not limited to)
strong odors, fumes or vapors, unusual colors or appearance (e.g., liquids), smoke, flame,
or excess dust.

The facility staff lacks the training, protective equipment, and materials to deal with
hazardous materials, thus the local fire department will be called immediately in the event
a hazardous material is detected. An attempt will be made to isolate the wastes in a
designated area where runoff is controlled, preferably prior to unloading, and the vicinity
will be cleared of personnel until trained emergency personnel (fire or haz-mat) take
control of the scene.

Staff will act prudently to protect personnel but no attempt will be made to remove the
material until trained personnel arrive. A partial listing of Hazardous Waste Responders
and other Useful Contacts is found in Appendices 3 and 4. The Owner/Operator is
encouraged to compile a list of regional Hazardous Waste Responders and disposal
firms – these are available on the NC Division of Waste Management Hazardous Waste
Section web site – and keep it handy in the event of an incident. These firms have the
training and equipment to deal with hazardous materials, as needed.

The Operator will notify the Division (see Section 1.7) that an attempt was made to
dispose of hazardous waste at the landfill. If a vehicle attempting to dispose of such waste
is unknown to the staff, attempts will be made to prevent that vehicle from leaving the site
until it is identified (license tag, truck number driver and/or company information). If the
vehicle leaves 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 landfill.

The staff will assist the Division as necessary and appropriate in the removal and
disposition of the hazardous waste (acting under qualified supervision) and in the
prosecution of responsible parties. If needed, the hazardous waste will be covered with
on-site soils, tarps, or other covering until such time when an appropriate method can be
implemented to handle the waste properly. The cost of the removal and disposing of the
hazardous waste will be charged to the owner of the vehicle involved.

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Any vehicle owner or operator who knowingly dumps hazardous waste in the landfill may
be barred from using the facility and/or reported to law enforcement authorities. Any
hazardous waste found at the scales or in the landfill that requires mitigation under this
plan shall be documented by staff using the Waste Screening Form provided in
Appendix 2. Records of information gathered as part of the waste screening programs
will be maintained throughout the operational life of the facility.

7.2 Hot Loads
A "hot" load is waste that is burning or smoldering and usually can be identified by the
presence of smoke, odors, or spluttering/crackling sounds. Should a driver attempt to
bring a hot load into the facility, the scale house attendant will direct the vehicle to a
location away from traffic and other operations and immediately call the supervising
Operator. If safe to do so, the driver of the vehicle will be instructed to dump the load and
move the vehicle away from the unloaded wastes. If danger is imminent, i.e., visible flame
or intense smoke is present, the driver shall leave the vehicle, which will remain isolated
away from structures and other traffic and the fire department will be called.

In case of an active fire, the vehicle will not be allowed to unload until the fire is out. If a
hot load is detected on the tipping floor, the load will be treated as a fire (see Section 7.3),
and other waste deliveries may be suspended until the fire is out. The fire will be
monitored to ensure it does not spread. The facility staff may fight the fire at the discretion
of the Operator, whereas the load will be spread as thin as possible and covered with soil
to extinguish the fire. If the fire cannot be controlled, the fire department will be notified
and the area cleared of non-essential personnel.

7.3 Fire Control
The facility is equipped with fire extinguishers on all heavy pieces of equipment and at key
locations. All personnel should be familiar with the use of the fire extinguishers on site.
Fire extinguishers should be routinely inspected, serviced and operated in accordance
with manufacturer's instructions. The fire extinguishers are inspected frequently to ensure
proper operating order. Small fires involving brush or waste may be smothered with soil,
if combating the fire poses no danger to the staff. The use of water to combat the fire is
allowable, but soil is preferable. A stockpile of soil should be kept handy.

For larger or more serious fire outbreaks, firefighting services will be provided by the
Pactolus Volunteer Fire Department, located approximately three miles from the facility.
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contact the Fire Department. Pitt County has 911 services to report fires and other
emergencies. In the event of any size fire at the facility, the Owner shall contact SWS
immediately (see Section 1.7) and within 24 hours complete a Fire Notification Form
(Appendix 6), which will be placed in the Operating Record.

7.4 Spill Response
The staff shall contain and clean up spills immediately upon detecting a spill. Initial
response shall be to call the Operator and assist in determining the nature and quantity of
the spill, ensuring safety for personnel, and measures to prevent further spillage.
Depending on the type of material and quantity, the spill might be warrant treatment as a
Hazardous Material Incident, including the protection of personnel and contacting an
appropriate response unit.

Incidental spills of non-hazardous materials, e.g., fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid, leachate, may
be cleaned up with sorbet materials (including soil), with proper disposal of the sorbet
materials (typically via the Transfer station, but the receiving facility should be contacted
in advance). Sorbents shall be kept on-hand at the facility and in the leachate transport
truck. Documentation of all spills and the response shall be entered into the Operating
Record. Spills of materials involving Reportable Quantities (including fuel and oil) or
leachate that enters the stormwater management system shall be reported to NCDEQ
(see Section 1.7).

7.5 Severe Weather
Unusual weather conditions can directly affect the safe operation of the facility and
potentially affect environmental compliance. Severe storms can present safety hazards,
including potential lightning strikes, and operations may require suspension during storms
at the Operator’s discretion. In the event of a sudden violent storm, operations should be
suspended and personnel should seek shelter inside the office building.

High winds present special operational problems, such as windblown debris (typically
paper and plastic), but larger objects have been known to blow in extreme circumstances.
The open-sided shelter is susceptible to wind, thus operations should be suspended if
blowing debris becomes a danger to staff, after the tipping area is secured. Staff shall
patrol the facility periodically, especially on windy days, to remove windblown litter from
tress and adjacent areas. Windscreens of various sorts have been used with mixed
success at other facilities in the region.

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7.6 Equipment Breakdown
Mechanical malfunctions could potentially jeopardize the safety of personnel and/or
contribute to spills or fires. Equipment shall be inspected and serviced frequently in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations to keep it in good operating
condition. Any piece of equipment found to be leaking or inoperative should be parked
until appropriate repairs can be made. Backup equipment may be utilized to continue
operations, depending on the situation.

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8. FINANCIAL ASSURANCE
8.1 Background
Legislation enacted in 2007 requires all solid waste facilities to post a financial assurance
instrument (surety bond, insurance policy, irrevocable letter of credit, etc.). This
instrument guarantees the availability of funds to be used by the Solid Waste Section for
third-party debris removal and facility clean up, in the event that the facility is forced into
early closure. Factors that could potentially force early closure include, but are not limited
to, insolvency or substantial non-compliance, including multiple violations and/or storage
of more materials on the premises than is allowed by the permit or is covered by the
financial assurance instrument.

SWS requires a calculation of the maximum volume and tonnage anticipated to be stored
on the premises at any given time, including the recyclables and 5 days of the incoming
waste stream. For the following discussion, assume a 45-foot storage trailer for
recyclables, but the container could be a smaller roll-off box. The volume/tonnage
calculations follow, along with a calculated bond amount based on an estimated third-
party cost of $100 per ton to remove and dispose of the required amount of materials.

8.2 Incoming Waste Stream
• 200 tons per day
• Five days of unsorted waste stream = 1,000 tons

8.3 Recyclables Stored On-Site
• Three Recyclable Products – Metals, Clean Wood Waste, Cardboard
• Three Storage Containers per Product (assume stored in an unsorted condition)
• The volume of the 45-foot trailer is 110 cubic yards
• Maximum volume of recyclable products is 990 cubic yards
• Tonnages per container vary by product:
Metals: 20 tons
Clean wood waste: 12 – 14 tons
Cardboard: 8 – 10 tons
• Maximum tonnage of the three recyclables = 60 + 42 + 30 = 132 tons

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8.4 Total Material Tonnage Subject to Financial Assurance
• 1,132 tons

8.5 Total Financial Assurance Due
• 1,132 tons x $100 per ton = $113,200

The foregoing calculation is an estimate, which should be revised periodically to reflect
actual working conditions. Submittal of the Financial Assurance instrument is contingent
on issuance of a Draft Permit. It is in the Owner/Operator’s interest to ship the recyclables
to market as soon as possible, thus not allowing them to accumulate on the premises.

An earnest desire to remain in compliance with State and local rules, along with the
availability of the local landfill under the same ownership, ensures that all wastes will be
shipped in a timely manner. All recyclable materials will be processed and removed from
the premises within one year of receipt. The Operating Record (Section 6.0) will be used
to track the movement of the materials.

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9. WASTE SCREENING AND INSPECTION PROGRAM

9.1 WASTE ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
This prohibited waste exclusion program is designed to prevent prohibited wastes from entering
the transfer station and designated landfill. Prohibited wastes include regulated hazardous
wastes, regulated PCB wastes, and other wastes prohibited by state or local regulations or permit
conditions. Asbestos wastes shall not be accepted at the Transfer Station.

For the purposes of this section, regulated hazardous waste means a solid waste that is a
hazardous waste as defined in 40 CFR 261.3, that is not excluded from regulation as a hazardous
waste under 40 CFR 261.4 (b) or was not generated by a conditionally exempt generator.

Facility staff are trained in recognizing hazardous and otherwise prohibited wastes, along with
procedures for accepting or rejecting wastes. Preventing a haz-waste incident is preferred to
mitigating an incident. The Scale Operator shall question the driver of each vehicle entering the
facility about the nature and source of the incoming waste. All staff members shall be vigilant and
attentive to incoming loads.

9.1.1 Prohibited Wastes
This transfer station is allowed to receive inert wastes classified as Construction and Demolition
(C&D) wastes.

The transfer station shall not accept the following:
• Municipal/Commercial Solid Wastes
• Household Waste
• Regulated Hazardous Wastes
• Special Wastes
• PCB Wastes
• Other Prohibited Wastes

9.1.2 Regulated Hazardous Waste
Regulated hazardous waste are defined by law and must be disposed of or treated at a duly
licensed disposal/treatment facility. Any material contaminated by a hazardous waste is also
deemed a hazardous waste. Regulated generators must receive an identification number from
EPA or an authorized state agency. US-EPA has given exemptions from storage, transport, and
disposal requirements to certain generators based on source and quantities. Hazardous waste
generated by households during their normal course of activity is exempt from regulation. This
facility is not permitted to accept, store, transport, or treat regulated hazardous wastes.

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9.1.3 PCB Wastes
No PCB wastes shall be accepted at the facility.

9.1.4 Wastes Examples of Other Prohibited

9.2 LOAD INSPECTION PROGRAM
The purpose of the load inspection program is to detect prohibited wastes and discourage
attempts to handle them at the transfer station.

9.2.1 Initial Procedures on the Tipping Area
The initial step in the inspection program is to review incoming loads in the tipping area. The
operator will observe incoming loads for any indication of the presence of prohibited wastes.
Should the operator encounter suspicious-looking loads, they will summon appropriate personnel
for further evaluation of the load. If prohibited wastes are identified during inspection of a load,
the prohibited load will be reloaded, rejected and sent back to the generator.

9.2.2 Waste Screening Schedule and Documentation
A waste screening form follows this text (Appendix 2A); this (or a similar form) shall be used for
random load inspections and for documentation of rejected waste loads. The inspections are to
be conducted on a random basis, at a minimum of twice per day, including (but not limited to)
any suspicious load (e.g., that which might contain prohibited or unauthorized wastes).

9.2.3 Load Inspection Procedures
The major elements of load inspections are:

• Spread, Break Up, And Visually Examine Wastes
• Flag Suspicious Wastes
• Maintain Proper Records
The origin of all loads is identified prior to proceeding onto the scales and tipping floor. All load
inspections are performed at the tipping floor. The General Manager will verify training for the
transfer station operations employees in waste identification procedures.
WASTE BASIS OF PROHIBITION
Radioactive Wastes Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations
Bulk Liquids RCRA Subtitle D (40 CFR 258.28)
Medical Wastes (infectious) State Solid Waste Regulations
Whole Tires State Solid Waste Regulations

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9.3 OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY

9.3.1 Identifying Prohibited Wastes
• Questioning the driver about the source of the load and the nature of generators.
• Examining product labels, especially warning labels.
• Rejecting bulk liquids in containers and sludge.
• Separating powders, granular material or materials with unusual colors for evaluation and
possible rejection.
• Inspecting containers to ensure that they are empty or do not contain prohibited wastes.
• Inspecting for “hot loads” (smoldering or burning materials) emitting fumes or vapors.
• Evaluating the load for odors that are not characteristic of C&D waste.
• Inspectors should never inhale vapors from suspicious materials or containers
because this may lead to injury or death.
• Searching for special items that have a high probability of containing prohibited waste:
o Transformers
o Batteries
o Filters
o Compressors (Freon)
o Mechanical Equipment (Capacitors)
o Red Bags (Medical Waste)
o Bags That May Contain Asbestos (Without Prior Notification To The Operator)
o Obvious Prohibited Wastes Such As Tires, Etc.

9.3.2 Managing Prohibited Wastes
The results of the load inspection will identify wastes as:
• Acceptable or
• Prohibited

Acceptable waste can be moved from the tipping area to the transport trailer. The area should
be cleaned to the extent that materials from this inspection do not affect the next load to be
inspected. Prohibited wastes detected during the inspection shall be prevented from being
unloaded (if possible) and/or reloaded onto the delivery vehicle (if safe to do so) – in such cases
the driver shall be advised of the hazardous waste contingency plan (see below). A contingency
plan for removal/clean-up of hazardous, liquid or other unacceptable waste follows.

Refer to the HAZARDOUS WASTE CONTINGENCY PLAN (Section 10).

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9.4 TRAINING

The management staff, equipment operators, and scale house staff will be trained in the contents
of this plan. Training will address the following topics:

• Inspection of tipping area and load inspection procedures.
• Identification of hazardous wastes, PCB wastes and other prohibited wastes.
• Waste handling procedures (acceptable and prohibited wastes).
• Health and safety.
• Record keeping.

9.5 RECORD KEEPING

Records of all incoming waste should be kept by the facility – at a minimum, the date, tonnage,
material type and hauler should be recorded.

If prohibited wastes are detected requiring notification of haulers and/or regulatory agencies,
records of time of notification, the agency and individuals contacted with phone numbers, and the
information that was reported.

Records documenting the successful completion of training will be maintained on-site.

Random waste screening forms and hazardous waste records.

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10. HAZARDOUS WASTE CONTINGENCY PLAN

10.1 Hot Loads

A "hot" load (defined in Section 7.2) is burning, smoldering, or otherwise suspected to exhibit
elevated temperature and will be treated as a fire. It is conceivable that some highly flammable
or even self-igniting materials could make it into a waste stream, thus knowing the customer base
is essential to lessening the likelihood of a hazardous waste incident. Should a hot load arrive at
the facility the Operator shall follow the protocols for dealing with hot loads, including questioning
the driver about the source and contents of the waste load. If hazardous materials are suspected,
the Operator shall direct the vehicle to park away from structures and other traffic and leave the
vehicle. The Operator shall call the fire department or haz-mat team to assess the situation.
Depending on their assessment, the protocols for haz-waste emergencies (Section 10.2) may be
implemented. Priority will be given first to protect humans, then the facility and equipment. The
Solid Waste Section should be notified within 24 hours of the incident.

10.2 Hazardous Waste Emergencies

In the event that an obvious hazardous material is detected at the scales or on the tipping pad,
appropriate steps shall be implemented to safeguard the staff and public. Hazardous waste
identification may be based on (but not limited to) the detection of strong odors, fumes or vapors,
unusual colors or appearance (e.g., liquids), smoke, flame, or excess dust. All waste receipts
and other operations should be suspended and non-essential personnel cleared from the facility.
The fire department shall be called immediately.

If hazardous waste is detected in advance of unloading, the vehicle shall not be allowed to unload.
If an unloaded waste is deemed as hazardous, an attempt will be made to isolate the wastes in a
designated area where runoff is controlled, and/or personnel will be cleared from the vicinity of
the waste. Staff will act prudently to protect personnel, but no attempt will be made to remove
the material until trained emergency personnel (fire department or haz-mat team) arrive.

A partial listing of regional Hazardous Waste Responders and disposal firms is found in
Appendix 3. These firms have the training and equipment to deal with hazardous materials, as
needed. The Division of Waste Management’s list of “Useful Agencies and Contacts” is
presented in Appendix 4. The Operator will notify the Division of Waste Management regional
specialist within 24 hours that an attempt was made to dispose of hazardous waste at the facility.
If the vehicle delivering hazardous waste is identified, the facility staff should attempt to prevent
that vehicle from leaving the site until the license tag, truck number driver and/or company
information can be recorded. If the vehicle leaves the site, notice should be served on the owner
of the vehicle and, depending on circumstances, law enforcement may be notified.

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10.3 Non-Emergency Hazardous Waste

Some wastes that are considered as hazardous or otherwise prohibited from the facility, even
those that do not constitute an emergency, may require special handling by licensed contractors.
Such materials shall be prohibited from being unloaded, if possible, and the driver of the delivery
vehicle made aware of options for legal disposal (addressed below). Some hazardous materials
may be inadvertently unloaded at the facility and require the services of licensed contractors, who
will be sought to dispose of the prohibited materials.

Appendices 3 and 4, found immediately following this section, provide a list of specialty waste
haulers (licensed contractors) and/or disposal sites, furnished on the NCDEQ Division of Waste
Management web site. These firms may be contacted to dispose of hazardous materials in non-
emergency situations. If the materials have not yet been unloaded from the delivery vehicle, the
driver will be furnished with the list of Hazardous Waste Responders or “Useful Contacts” and the
owner of the vehicle will be responsible for appropriately disposing of the materials. This might
involve isolating the vehicle on the premises until a licensed contractor can arrive, in which case
steps shall be taken to prevent access by non-authorized personnel.

Should such materials be detected at the facility after unloading, the materials will be located to
a holding area away from personnel and away from drainage ways, isolated to prevent contact
with water or runoff (e.g., covering with tarps, surrounding the materials with absorbent booms or
soil berms, as appropriate), and the appropriate licensed contractor contacted immediately. In
either case (still loaded or unloaded), arrangements shall be made for the isolated materials to be
removed as soon as possible.

10.4 Record Keeping

State or EPA notification is required whenever a hazardous or PCB waste is detected. Records
of these notifications will be kept and will include the date and time of notification, agency and
individual contacted with phone numbers, and the information that was reported.
Any hazardous waste found at the facility that requires mitigation under this plan shall be
documented by staff using the Waste Screening Form provided in Appendix 2. Records of
information gathered as part of the waste screening programs will be maintained throughout the
operational life of the facility.

SPECIAL NOTE: The Hazardous Waste Responders list (Appendix 3) is current as of early
2016. The Operator of this facility is encouraged to keep a list of Hazardous Waste Responders
current, as the firms and/or contact numbers may change over time.

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Appendix 1
OWNER/OPERATOR (AS APPLICANT) SIGNATURE
PITT COUNTY ZONING LETTER
PROPERTY DEED
FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS

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SIGNATURE PAGE OF APPLICANT

Name of facility ________________________________________________

I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under
my direction or supervision and that the information provided in this application is true,
accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that North Carolina General Statute 130A-22 provides for administrative
penalties of up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) per day, per each violation of the
Solid Waste Management Rules. I further understand that the Solid Waste Management
Rules may be revised or amended in the future and that the facility siting and operations
of this solid waste management facility will be required to comply with all such revisions
or amendments.

______________________________ _________________________________
Signature Print Name Date

_________________________
Title

__________________________
Business or organization name

This Map Is For Advisory Purposes Only
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WASTE SCREENING FORM

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Day / Date: ______________________ Time Weighed in: ______________________

Truck Owner: ______________________ Driver Name: ______________________

Truck Type: ______________________ Vehicle ID/Tag No: ______________________

Weight: ______________________ Tare: ______________________

Waste Generator / Source: _____________________________________________________________

Inspection Location: ___________________________________________________________________

Reason Load Inspected: (check one) Random Inspection _______ Staff Initials ________

Detained at Scales _______ Staff Initials ________

Detained by Field Staff _______ Staff Initials ________

Description of Load: ___________________________________________________________________

Approved Waste Determination Form Present? (Check one) Yes______ No ______ N/A____

Load Accepted (signature) ________________________________________ Date _________________

Load Not Accepted (signature) _____________________________________ Date _________________

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

Description of Suspicious Contents: Color ____________ Haz. Waste Markings ____________________

Texture ________________ Odor/Fumes___________________

Drums Present (Y/N) ________ Other (describe) _______________________________ _____________

Est. Cu. Yds. Present in Load ________

Est. Tons Present in Load ________

Identified Hazardous Materials P resent: ___________________________________________________

County Emergency Management Authority Contacted? Yes______ No ______

Generator Authority Contacted? _________________________________________________________

Hauler Notified (check if waste not accepted)? ____ Phone ______________ Time Contacted ________

Final Disposition of Load _______________________________________________________________

Signed ___________________________________________ Date ________________________
Solid Waste Director
Attach related correspondence to this form. File completed form in Operating Record.

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HAZARDOUS WASTE RESPONDERS

HAZARDOUS WASTE RESPONDERS

The following contacts were originally found on NCDEQ Division of Waste Management’s web
site in early 2007; since then, local phone numbers have been updated based on internet
research. The information is believed to be current through 2016. Facility management should
verify the availability of these contacts before an emergency.

The reference listing of these organizations here is not an endorsement by either the Division or
the preparer of this document, nor are any affiliations in existence or implied. For more
information, refer to the respective URL’s.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE
• Clean Harbours Reidsville, NC 336-342-6107
www.cleanharbors.com
• GARCO, Inc. Asheboro, NC 336-683-0911
www.egarco.com
• Safety-Kleen Reidsville, NC 336-669-5562
(a.k.a. Clean Harbours)
• Zebra Environmental Services High Point, NC 336-841-5276
www.zebraenviro.com

TRANSPORTERS
• ECOFLO Greensboro, NC 336-855-7925
www.ecoflo.com
• GARCO, Inc. Asheboro, NC 336-683-0911

• Zebra Environmental Services High Point, NC 336-841-5276

USED OIL AND ANTIFREEZE
• 3RC Resource Recovery Winston-Salem, NC 336-784-4300
• Carolina Environmental Associates Burlington, NC 336-299-0058
• Environmental Recycling Alternatives High Point, NC 336-905-7231

FLUORESCENT HANDLERS
• 3RC Resource Recovery Winston-Salem, NC 336-784-4300
• Carolina Environmental Associates Burlington, NC 336-299-0058
• ECOFLO Greensboro, NC 336-855-7925
• GARCO, Inc. Asheboro, NC 336-683-0911
• Safety-Kleen Reidsville, NC 800-334-5953

PCB DISPOSAL
• ECOFLO Greensboro, NC 336-855-7925
• GARCO, Inc. Asheboro, NC 336-683-0911
• Zebra Environmental Services High Point, NC 336-841-5276

Operations Plan Update and Permit Renewal Application
EJE Recycling MSW Transfer Station
NC Solid Waste Permit No. 74-06T

Appendix 4
USEFUL AGENCIES AND CONTACTS

Operations Plan Update and Permit Renewal Application
EJE Recycling MSW Transfer Station
NC Solid Waste Permit No. 74-06T

Appendix 5
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

5105 Harbour Towne Drive • Raleigh • North Carolina • 27604
919-418-4375 (Mobile) • 919-231-1818 (Office fax) • E-mail: [e-mail]

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

EJE Recycling, Inc.
MSW Transfer Station and Recycling Facility
Greenville, North Carolina
NC DENR Solid Waste Permit #74-06T

Prepared for:

EJE Recycling, Inc.
(Owner/Operator)
802 Recycling Lane
Greenville, North Carolina 27834

Authorized by:

________________________________
Name – Title
On behalf of EJE Recycling, Inc.

Prepared by:

________________________________
G. David Garrett, P.G., P.E.
Principal

September 2009

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STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

EJE Recycling, Inc. (Permit # 74-06T)
MSW Transfer Station and Recycling Facility

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

RECORD OF DOCUMENT REVISIONS................................................................................... III
1.0. INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................1
1.1 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Overview..................................................1
1.2 Facility Information.................................................................................................1
1.3 Site Description........................................................................................................2
1.4 Topography, Surface Water Bodies and Wells........................................................3
2.0 SOURCES OF POLLUTANTS...........................................................................................4
2.1 Source Identification................................................................................................4
2.2 Material Inventory ...................................................................................................4
2.3 Assessment of Potential Pollution Sources..............................................................5
3.0 BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES...............................................................................6
3.1 Operational Controls................................................................................................6
3.2 Structural Controls.................................................................................................10
4.0 MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES....................................................................................11
4.1 Pollution Prevention Team ....................................................................................11
4.2 Preventative Maintenance......................................................................................12
4.3 Good Housekeeping...............................................................................................13
4.4 Spill Prevention and Response...............................................................................13
4.5 Training..................................................................................................................15
4.6 Inspections.............................................................................................................15
4.7 Recordkeeping.......................................................................................................16
4.8 SWPPP Amendments.............................................................................................16
5.0 NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES ..........................................................................17
5.1 Certification...........................................................................................................17
5.2 Description of Testing............................................................................................17
5.3 Allowable Discharges............................................................................................17
6.0 GLOSSARY OF TERMS..................................................................................................18

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FIGURES

1 Drawings 1 and 2 Site Plan with Vicinity Map (following text)

TABLES

1 Significant Outdoor Materials................................................................................................6

2 Potential Pollutants................................................................................................................7

3 Pollution Prevention Team Duties.........................................................................................15

APPENDICES

4A Inspection Records

4B Certification of Evaluation of Non-Storm Water Discharges – yet to be completed

4C Storm Water Sampling Results – Initial Date TBA

4D NC DENR Storm Water General Permit 130000 – when issued
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RECORD OF DOCUMENT REVISIONS

DRAFT DOCUMENT

DATE PREPARED: September 4, 2009

NAME OF PREPARER: G. David Garrett, PG, PE
David Garrett & Associates

SIGNATURE OF PREPARER:

REVISION NO. 1

DATE:

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE:

REVISION NO. 2
DATE:

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE:

REVISION NO. 3
DATE:

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE:

REVISION NO. 4
DATE:

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE:

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Overview

This document was designed to comply with the requirements set forth in NC DENR
Division of Water Quality Storm Water General Permit, NCG130000 – application
pending – which will effective prior to the commencement of operations. This is a
preliminary draft of the SWPPP, developed during the permitting effort, which is subject
to revision with site specific information upon opening the site and periodically (as
needed) to reflect actual site conditions throughout the operational life of the facility.

The General Permit NCG130000 authorizes ELE Recycling, Inc. to discharge storm
water in accordance with this plan until permit expiration on XXXXXX XX, 20xx. This
plan provides an assessment of potential sources of storm water pollution associated with
the C&D waste transfer activities to be conducted at the facility. In addition, the plan
provides for the implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to reduce
pollutants in storm water discharges, and recommends physical or procedural changes
that may be necessary to prevent or reduce pollution of storm water discharges.

1.2 Facility Information

This SWPPP was prepared specifically for the Burnt Poplar Road C&D Transfer Station.
A vicinity map is provided as Exhibit 1. The facility is identified as follows:

• Facility: EJE Rcycling, Inc. MSW Transfer Station

• Location: 802 Recycling Lane

• Mailing Address: 802 Recycling Lane
Greenville, North Carolina 27834

• Operator: EJE Recycling, Inc.

• Acres: approximately 20 acres

• SIC Codes: 5093 (refuse systems)

• NAICS Codes: 562119 (non-hazardous waste collection)

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1.3 Site Description

EJE Recycling, Inc. is a waste transfer and recycling facility permitted to accept, sort, and
transfer non-hazardous municipal solid waste (MSW), construction and demolition
(C&D) debris, inert land clearing material (LCID), and select non-MSW waste streams
for recycling. Site facilities include a scale and scale house, paved driveways and
covered tipping area, a covered transfer trailer loading area, non-paved material sorting
and stockpile area, non-paved parking areas for trucks, trailers, and staff vehicles, and
non-utilized open space. Equipment fueling is provided by an off-site fuel service;
typically only minor or emergency equipment maintenance is conducted on site via in-
house forces or contacted services (an equipment maintenance shop is located just south
of the transfer station). A private septic tank serves the scale house/office building, but
all water is supplied by a regional municipal system. The operational area covers
approximately 20 acres of a 90+ acre property.

The transfer facility features two separate runoff control systems that serve the tipping
and loading areas – the roof diverts precipitation to the storm water measures, while a
system of drain pipes and paved swales convey leachate (water that has contacted the
MSW) to a holding tank, from which it is transported periodically to the City of
Greenville WWTP. The material stockpile areas are uncovered but managed such that no
water pools occur and materials typically are not allowed to remain on-site for more than
a few days or weeks. These areas exhibit positive drainage toward approved S&EC
measures (installed under authority from Pitt County Planning and Inspections), which
have been in place from the time of construction. Periodic inspection and maintenance
keeps these features functioning adequately.

The topography and drainage features located adjacent to the transfer facility and
recycling yard exhibit grades of 2% or less. The operational areas are covered with
gravel; areas outside the operational footprint are generally vegetated with indigenous
herbaceous species and appear stable. The subsurface is sandy and infiltration rates are
estimated at one-half inch per hour or better (not tested). All storm water discharges
enter several acres of natural wetlands (heavily wooded), with estimated distances to
running streams to be 1,000 feet or more. The facility is isolated by several hundred
acres of open space (with natural wetlands). The transfer and recycling facility has six
principal storm water discharges, shown on Drawing 2.

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1.4 Topography, Surface Water Bodies and Wells

Drawing 1 shows the general drainage direction westward to an unnamed tributary to
Deep River (the tributary is a blue-line stream). Site grades vary from El. 20 to El. 22
within the operational area (excluding the elevated tipping area), decreasing to
approximately El. 18 to the south facility boundary, i.e., the principal drainage direction.
Beyond the facility boundary exists natural, heavily wooded wetlands. Surface water
bodies adjacent to the site include jurisdictional wetlands located beyond the south
facility boundary. One former water supply well is known on the property, upgradient of
the operational area.

1.5 Summary of Requirements

Storm water discharges shall be inspected weekly and/or after any ½ inch or greater rain
event using the Inspection Record form found in Appendix 4A. Records need not be
submitted, but are required to be retained on site with this plan.
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2.0 SOURCES OF POLLUTANTS

2.1 Source Identification

Activities at this site with the greatest potential for storm water pollution relate to
sediment from dirt and dust associated with the waste stream, solid particles from the
waste stream entering the storm water system (e.g., small plastic debris), the potential for
a spill or leak of fuel or fluids from on-site equipment and transport vehicles, and the
unlikely possibility of runoff from fighting a fire or a spill of a liquid waste substance on
the tipping pad (liquids are prohibited at the gate but could conceivably slip through). On
rainy days the incoming waste typically contains free water that drains onto the tipping
floor (considered to be leachate). The following are the primary pollutant sources:
• Clean Soil (silt)
• Vehicle fuels
• Vehicle lubricants and fluids
• Waste oil, engine fluids, and coolants
• Solid waste residues in wash water runoff

2.2 Material Inventory

Site operations involve the outdoor storage and handling of the following significant
materials (refer to Drawing 2):

Table 1
Significant Outdoor Materials

Material Maximum On-Site
Storage Storage Method Location
Clean Soil N/A – As Required Above Ground Designated stockpile
Off-road diesel fuel 1,000 gallon Stationary Tank Upper parking area
On-road diesel fuel 1,000 gallon Stationary Tank Near trailer loading
area
Small-engine fuel and
lubricants Undefined Outdoor storage
building or shed Near scale house
Waste oil 200 gallons Outdoor storage
building or shed Near scale house
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Clean soil kept on-hand for fighting fires shall be kept covered with tarps to prevent
erosion. Stationary fuel tanks for vehicles and equipment are filled as needed by a
contracted fuel service. All fuel storage facilities are locked and accessible only by
authorized personnel. EJE employees are trained in fueling and spill response
procedures. Secondary containment zones around the fuel storage areas are provided.
Vehicle and equipment maintenance is performed at a maintenance building, located
adjacent to the office. Small equipment, e.g., lawnmowers, pumps, etc., along with fuel
and lubricant and miscellaneous equipment (hoses, etc.), small quantities of paint, grease,
detergents and spill response materials (absorbent booms, absorbent clay, other cleanup
items), are kept in one or more small storage buildings on the premises.

2.3 Assessment of Potential Pollution Sources

The potential for pollution of storm water runoff at this facility is limited due to the
material storage and management practices that will be observed. Nevertheless, the
following table identifies those potential pollutants associated with the industrial
activities on site:
Table 2
Potential Pollutants

Potential Pollutant Source Estimated Annual
Amount*
Acids and bases Solid waste residues Negligible
Aromatic hydrocarbons Fuels, hydraulic fluids, lubricants Small amount from diesel
fuel, negligible from others
Biological/chemical oxygen
demand (BOD and COD) Solid waste residues Negligible
Chlorides Solid waste residues Negligible
Solids Soil Stockpiles Small Amount due to erosion
control practice
Detergents Truck wash fluids Negligible
Glycol ethers Fuels, hydraulic fluids, lubricants Small amount from diesel
fuel, negligible from others
Inorganic nitrogen Solid waste residues Negligible
Metals Water base paint Small
Oil and grease Fuels, hydraulic fluids, lubricants Small amount from diesel
fuel, negligible from others
Organic carbons Solid waste residues Negligible
Phosphates Solid waste residues Negligible
Polynuclear aromatics
(PNA) Used oil Negligible
Sulfates Solid waste residues Negligible
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Those pollutants associated with vehicle refueling spills and normal dirt and dust from
waste handling activities have the greatest potential for contacting storm water. Leaks of
engine and hydraulic fluids from unloading and loading activities are not likely to impact
storm waters as these activities are performed in relatively isolated areas. The soil
stockpiles are managed so that the exposure to rain is minimized.

This facility has maintained a good operational record with very few spills to report.
Documentation of any future spills, leaks, or similar incidences are (and shall be)
maintained in the permanent operating record. This plan will be updated as necessary in
the future per regulatory requirements of storm water General Permit.

3.0 BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

BMPs are defined in the General Permit as schedules of activities, prohibitions of
practices, maintenance procedures, and other management practices to prevent or reduce
the pollution of waters of the United States. BMPs also include treatment requirements,
operating procedures, and practices to control plant site runoff, spillage or leaks, sludge
or waste disposal, or drainage from raw materials.

BMPs in this plan describe techniques, both operational and structural, which are used to
limit pollutants in storm water discharges to acceptable levels. BMPs include both
“source controls” intended to minimize accidental pollutant contact with storm water as
well as “storm water management practices” in which pollutants having entered storm
water are captured and removed prior to discharge.

3.1 Operational Controls

Operational controls are targeted at improving the manner in which site activities are
performed so as to minimize the potential for pollutant contact with storm water.

3.1.1 Materials Transport and Handling

• Whenever possible, loading and unloading of waste materials is avoided during
periods of heavy rainfall. During inclement weather, extra care should be taken to
observe runoff from the active areas, such as to minimize sediment loss to the storm
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drains. If excess sediment transport is observed, steps should be taken to cover the
waste materials or capture the sediment with filter booms upstream of the catchments.

• During unloading and loading activities, employees shall be responsible for
inspecting the premises for spills, leaks, and fugitive debris – if such incidents are
detected, appropriate steps shall be taken to avoid contaminating storm water.
Corrective steps may be as simple as pushing debris into a tight pile while waiting to
be loaded onto a transport truck to avoid wind or water transport from the tipping and
loading area. Minor spills of diesel fuel can be contained with applying absorbent
materials and sweeping up; other minor spills can be cleaned up promptly utilizing
dry methods and disposed of as solid waste. Large spills trigger the spill and
response procedure as outlined in Section 4.4.2.

• Some spilt or leaked materials may require collection and disposal a qualified
subcontractor.

• All loading/unloading activities will take place within the storm water containment
zone defined by the perimeter swales and catch basins.

3.1.2 Material Storage

• Stockpiles of sorted debris awaiting transport are to be stored inside the containment
zone defined by the perimeter swales and catch basins (Drawing 2).

• Soils stockpiled for firefighting shall be kept covered, away from heavy traffic areas.

• All other potential pollutants (e.g., fuels, lubricants) shall be stored and used within
the storm water containment zone.

3.1.3 Vehicle Fueling

• Trained employees shall perform the fueling.

• Fueling activities should be avoided during heavy rainfall.

• An adequate supply of absorbent materials is kept in the storage shed.
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3.1.4 Maintenance and Repair

• When necessary, vehicle repairs shall be conducted in a designated area that can be
isolated from the general storm water drainage systems.

• During and after equipment repairs, a visual inspection of the work site fluid leaks
shall be performed.

• Visual inspection of the entire premises to detect fluid leaks shall be performed on a
regular basis. If leaks are discovered, drip pans shall be used to contain leaks until
repairs can be performed. Drip pans shall be emptied into a waste oil tank.

• If engine oil is to be changed at the site, such activities shall be performed in a
designated area that can be isolated from the general storm water drainage systems; a
waste oil tank shall be placed at the site under a cover to prevent exposure to rainfall.

• Any waste oil shall collected in the waste oil tank be disposed of as soon as possible
in accordance with federal and state regulations.

• Maintenance and repair wastes, including used parts and filters, oily rags, and soiled
absorbent materials shall be placed into trash disposal vessels and disposed off-site.

3.1.5 Vehicle and Equipment Parking

• All vehicle and equipment shall be parked in designated areas within the storm water
containment zone – this includes overnight parking of waste handling equipment and
road tractors

• The vehicle parking areas shall be inspected regularly for fluid leaks.

• The parking areas shall be kept clear of debris.

3.1.6 Washing and Painting

• All washing of vehicles shall be performed in the designated area.

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• Cleaning of pumps, hoses, and other equipment shall be performed with a damp mop
or cloths; oily discharges shall be contained and not allowed into the catch basins.

• Paved areas of potential pollutant contact, including parking areas, refueling areas,
and maintenance/repair areas, shall be cleaned using dry sweeping or air blasting to
remove large particles prior to washing with water.

• No sandblasting or painting shall be performed on the premises; painting of buildings,
pavements, other minor structures shall be conducted to avoid spills to the storm
water system – residue from brushes and equipment shall not be washed into the
storm water system; leftover paint and solvents shall not be placed into the storm
water system.

3.1.7 Runoff Control

• Site topography directs storm water flow to the perimeter drainage swales and ditches
– these features shall be inspected periodically and kept clear of debris.

• All drainage facilities (including gutters, downspouts, ditches, pumps, and basins)
shall be inspected and maintained for reliable operation and kept free of materials that
would impede the flow of storm water.

3.1.8 Sediment and Erosion Control

• All areas of significant erosion shall be filled, compacted, graded, and new vegetation
established – this includes drainage ditches and non-paved slopes on the premises.

• Areas of insufficient vegetative cover shall be reseeded and mulch maintained until
new vegetation is established.

• Silt fencing, swales, ditches and/or catch basins shall be maintained and excess silt
build-up removed as necessary.

• Sediment basin slopes shall be inspected for erosion and excess sediment build up.
The basins shall be cleaned out and repaired as needed.

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• The integrity of the dam and outlet works for the storm water basin shall be inspected
and repaired as needed – refer to the separate Storm Water Maintenance Plan.

• All storm water catchments and conveyances shall be inspected periodically to detect
contaminants, e.g., oily sheens, discoloration, foreign debris – appropriate steps shall
be taken to correct any conditions noted.

• The catch basins and storm water pipes shall be cleaned after any spill that reaches
the storm water drainage system. Depending on the nature and severity of the spill, it
may be necessary to bring in a specialty contractor with the ability to wash out the
storm water pipes, capture the runoff and remove the runoff for disposal offsite.

• The storm water basin should be cleaned out when excess sediment buildup is noted
or after a major spill or incident that potentially brought contaminants into the basin,
e.g., a fire, fuel spill, or significant equipment leak.

3.1.9 Control of Dust and Particulates

• The paved portion of the facility shall be swept or air blasted regularly to minimize
the accumulation of dust and particulates – the collected materials shall not be
allowed to enter the storm water system.

3.2 Structural Controls

Proper operation and maintenance of the storm water system will facilitate the effective
containment of potential pollutants and reduce the possibility that significant quantities of
pollutants will be discharged from the facility. A brief description of the function and
routine inspection and maintenance concerns for the major components of the storm
water system follows:

3.2.1 Storm Water Containment Zone

• This includes all paved areas on the premises – including the driveways, tipping and
loading areas – and the storm water diversions – in-pavement swales, ditches, and
berms – that direct runoff to the drainage systems.

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• Routine cleaning, inspection and maintenance is required to assure effective
performance – at a minimum, dirt and solid waste residuals should be cleared off the
pavement at regular intervals (in accordance with the Operations Plan) and any
damage from erosion (non-paved areas) or equipment should be repaired promptly

3.2.2 Catch Basins

• In-pavement swales at the Transfer Station and catch basins are designed per NC
DENR Division of Land Resources standards and should provide years of trouble-
free service. The layout of the drainage system allows for isolation of either basin in
the event of a spill, whereas the catch basins can be used as pumping points to
intercept a spill. The catch basins should be protected with absorbent booms to
prevent entry by smaller spills – this will minimize clean up efforts after a spill.

• The catch basins should be inspected periodically for the buildup of sediment and
foreign debris – this should be removed if/when excess buildup is noted – or staining
that might indicate a spill occurred. The outlets are equipped with stone filter berms
that may require periodic cleaning and replacement of the stone. Periodic cleaning of
the catch basins is recommended (at least once per year).

4.0 MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

4.1 Pollution Prevention Team

Officials for EJE Recycling, Inc. coordinated the development of this plan. Once the
facility becomes operational, a site manager will become responsible for implementing
and maintaining this SWPPP, working under the supervision of the Owner and the
General Manager.

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Table 3
Pollution Prevention Team Duties

Name Title Duty
TBA Site Manager Responsible for implementing
SWPPP; assesses feasibility of
BMPs; responsible for all spill
prevention and all response activities
TBA
and
TBA
General Manager
and
Owner

Maintains SWPPP; assesses potential
effects of major process changes;
ensures personnel receive SWPPP
training; evaluates effectiveness of
SWPPP; oversees annual site SWPPP
compliance evaluation; maintains all
documentation and regulatory
notifications; ensures that periodic
SWPPP inspections are conducted;
follows up spill prevention planning
and all response activities

4.2 Preventative Maintenance

4.2.1. Drainage Structures

• Drainage conveyances and catchment structures shall be inspected on a regular
basis for evidence of erosion, excess debris or sediment accumulation, stains or
other indications of undetected spills or leaks, damage or excess wear.

• Inspections shall be logged into the Operating Record (e.g., field log book), and
all maintenance and repairs shall be documented; emergency response activities
shall be permanently logged, along with documentation of the regulatory agency
notifications.

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4.2.2 Equipment and Vehicles

• Regular equipment maintenance shall be performed consistent with the
manufacturer’s recommendations. Any leaks or conditions or disrepair shall be
noted during regular visual inspections and are promptly repaired.

• Damaged or faulty equipment shall be taken out of service until repairs are made;
all equipment shall be maintained in proper working order.

4.2.3 Access to BMPs

• The facility is located on privately owned property with no known easements or
rights-of-way for utilities and/or storm water drainage features.

• Clear access to all conveyances and catchments shall be maintained at all times.

4.3 Good Housekeeping

The site shall be kept neat and orderly per the requirements of the Operations Plan; at
minimum, loose debris shall be removed daily, more frequently as required.

4.4 Spill Prevention and Response

4.4.1 General Provisions

• Sufficient quantities of absorption materials (oil dry, absorbent socks) shall be
kept on site for use on minor spills and leaks.

• Absorption materials shall be located on-site, within easy access of parking,
refueling, and repair areas.

• Absorption materials shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturers’
specifications to contain minor spills and leaks.

• Used absorption materials shall be containerized and properly disposed of as non-
hazardous waste.
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4.4.2 Spill Response

In the event of a spill or release, employees shall respond as follows:

• Identify the product, assess whether a threat to human health or safety exists and
notify emergency authorities if hazardous conditions are present.

• Furnish necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and conduct any
necessary rescue operations.

• Close the shut-off valves at the storm water pond inlets (except in case of a fire).

• Report the incident to the Regional Manager as soon as possible.

• Deploy spill socks around spill area.

• Apply oil dry to spilled liquids, and

• Package clean-up material for disposal in accordance with all environmental
regulations – the services of a licensed emergency responder may be required.

4.4.3 Reporting Procedures

• Internal Reporting Procedures – The General Manager shall report spill and leak
incidents to the Owner. Based upon the specific incident, Owner shall determine
the need for outside reporting to governmental agencies.

• Outside Agency Reporting Procedures – Reporting to governmental agencies
shall be carried out in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements such
as the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
(CERCLA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) reportable quantities (RQs).
At a minimum, incidents pertaining to storm water shall likely require reporting to
NC DENR Division of Waste Management – Solid Waste Section, and to the
Division of Water Quality – Washington Regional Office.

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4.5 Training

4.5.1 Training Program

• All employees shall receive annual training regarding potential causes of pollution
as well as practical methods for reducing pollutant contact with storm water,
including spill response, good housekeeping, and material management practices.

4.5.2 New Employees

• Each new employee shall receive training on the significant aspects of storm
water management. This SWPPP will be located at the facility office and shall be
available for review by all employees.

4.5.3 Ongoing Education

• Annual training of facility employees shall be conducted to present updated
information and to maintain a level of employee awareness regarding storm water
pollution prevention practices.

4.6 Inspections

Informal facility inspections are conducted daily. Storm water management structures
are formally inspected weekly and after a ½ inch rain event and recorded on the Storm
Water Management Inspection Form (Appendix 4A). General environmental
compliance inspections are conducted semi-annually.

An annual facility inspection shall be conducted. Inspections shall be conducted to verify
that all elements of the SWPPP (i.e., site map, potential pollutant sources, structural and
non-structural controls to reduce pollutants in industrial storm water discharge) are
accurate. Based on the results of the inspection, the description of potential pollutant
sources (Sections 2.0 and 3.0 of this plan) shall be revised as appropriate within two
weeks following such inspection. Any necessary changes to the SWPPP will be made in
a timely manner, but in no case more than 12 weeks after the inspection.

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4.7 Record keeping

Inspection forms (Appendix 4A) used for recording inspection findings and all necessary
or appropriate follow-up actions to an inspection will be retained with this plan. The
inspection shall be summarized to include:

• The reason for the inspection,

• Name of personnel making the inspection, the date(s) of inspection,

• Major observations relating to the SWPPP, and

• Any necessary plan revisions.

The record shall also identify any incidents of non-compliance or contain a certification
that the facility is in compliance with the SWPPP and the General Permit. These records
should be retained as part of the SWPPP for at least on year after the Permit terminates.

This SWPPP shall be retained on site at the facility office and shall be made available
upon request by an authorized representative of the NC DENR.

4.8 SWPPP Amendments

If notified by NC DENR that the SWPPP does not meet one or more of the minimum
requirements of General Permit, the Owner/Operator shall respond in writing. Within 30
days of notice (or as otherwise provided), the Owner/Operator shall make the required
changes to the plan to conform with the minimum requirements of the General Permit,
and shall promptly certify in writing that the required changes have been made.

The Owner/Operator shall amend the SWPPP whenever there is a change in design,
construction, operation, or maintenance that has a significant effect on the potential for
pollutants to discharge to the waters of the United States. The SWPPP shall also be
amended if the plan proves to be ineffective in eliminating or significantly minimizing
pollutants from sources identified as potential pollutants in this plan, or in otherwise
achieving the general objectives of controlling pollutants in storm water discharges
associated with industrial activity.
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5.0 NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES

This plan includes a certification that the discharge has been evaluated for the presence of
non-storm water discharges.

5.1 Certification

As part of this SWPPP, the Owner/Operator certifies that, to the best of his/her
knowledge, no non-storm water discharge other than those allowed currently exists on
this site (see Appendix 4B, Certification of Evaluation of Non-Storm Water
Discharges).

5.2 Description of Testing

No pollutant testing was performed in preparing this SWPPP. Information referenced in
this initial document was obtained during a visual inspection of the site performed prior
to development – future certifications shall be made based on first-hand experience of
operations personnel at this facility, and from a review of material safety data sheets
(MSDSs).

5.3 Allowable Discharges

The following discharges and others of a similar nature are specifically allowed under
this plan. Unless emergency conditions exist, runoff across areas of potential pollutant
concentration shall be kept to a minimum. Allowable non-storm water discharges may
include, but shall not be limited to, the following:

• Discharges from fire fighting activity

• Fire hydrant flushing

• Irrigation drainage

• Air conditioner condensate

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6.0 GLOSSARY OF TERMS

BMP Best Management Practices
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability
Act
DOT Department of Transportation
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
RQ Reportable Quantity
SIC Standard Industrial Classification
SPCC Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan
SWPPP Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
WWTP Wastewater Treatment Plant

Operations Plan Update and Permit Renewal Application
EJE Recycling MSW Transfer Station
NC Solid Waste Permit No. 74-06T

Appendix 6
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