9234_WakeTransfer_20170811_OpsPlan_DIN28474

OPERATIONS MANUAL
Waste Industries LLC.
Wake Transfer Station

Revised by: John Pfleger, Sr. EHS Specialist
8/11/2017

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Waste Industries, LLC
Wake Transfer Station
Operations Manual

Table of Contents
Page
1. General Facility Operations
1.1 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-1
1.2 Life of Site……………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1
1.3 Contact Information……………………………………………………………………………… 1-1
1.3.1 Operator…………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1
1.3.2 NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources…………. 1-2
1.4 Hours of Operation……………………………………………………………………………….. 1-2
1.5 Access Control………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-2
1.5.1 Physical Restraints…………………………………………………………………… 1-3
1.5.2 Security……………………………………………………………………………………. 1-3
1.6 Signage…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-3
1.7 Communications…………………………………………………………………………………… 1-3
1.8 Fire and Safety……………………………………………………………………………………… 1-3
1.8.1 Fire Control……………………………………………………………………………… 1-3
1.8.2 Safety………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-4
1.9 Severe Weather Conditions…………………………………………………………………. 1-4
1.9.1 Ice Storms………………………………………………………………………………… 1-4
1.9.2 Heavy Rains……………………………………………………………………………… 1-4
1.9.3 Electrical Storms………………………………………………………………………. 1-4
1.9.4 Windy Conditions…………………………………………………………………….. 1-4
1.9.5 Violent Storms…………………………………………………………………………. 1-5
1.10 Equipment Requirements…………………………………………………………………….. 1-5
1.11 Personnel Requirements……………………………………………………………………… 1-5
1.12 Health and Safety…………………………………………………………………………………. 1-5
1.12.1 Personal Hygiene…………………………………………………………………….. 1-6
1.12.2 Personal Protective Equipment……………………………………………….. 1-6
1.12.3 Mechanical Equipment Hazard Prevention………………………………. 1-6
1.12.4 Employee Health and Safety…………………………………………………….. 1-6
1.12.5 Physical Exposure……………………………………………………………………… 1-7
1.12.6 Material Safety Data Sheets……………………………………………………… 1-7
1.13 Utilities…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-7
1.14 Record Keeping Program……………………………………………………………………….. 1-7

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Table of Contents (Continued)

Page
2. Waste Handling Operations
2.1 Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-1
2.2 Acceptable Wastes………………………………………………………………………………. 2-1
2.3 Prohibited Wastes……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-1
2.4 Prohibition of Open Burning………………………………………………………………… 2-2
2.5 Waste Screening Programs………………………………………………………………….. 2-2
2.5.1 Trained Personnel…………………………………………………………………… 2-2
2.5.2 Waste Receiving and Inspection……………………………………………… 2-2
2.6 Facility Operations……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-3
2.6.1 Operating Capacity………………………………………………………………….. 2-3
2.6.2 Service Area…………………………………………………………………………….. 2-3
2.6.3 Disposal Facilities…………………………………………………………………….. 2-3
2.6.4 Personnel Requirements………………….……………………………………… 2-3
2.6.5 Equipment Requirements……………………………………………………….. 2-4
2.6.6 Building Features..…………………………………………………………………… 2-4
2.7 Transfer Operations..……………………………………………………………………………. 2-5
2.7.1 Access………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-5
2.7.2 General Procedures…………………………………………………………………. 2-5

3. Environmental Management
3.1 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-1
3.2 Surface Water Control………………………………………………………………………….. 3-1
3.2.1 Erosion & Sedimentation Control…………………………………………….. 3-1
3.3 Above Ground Storage Tank…………………………………………………………………. 3-1
3.4 Vector Control………….……………………………………………………………………………. 3-2
3.5 Odor Control………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-2
3.6 Dust Control…………………………………………..………………………………………………. 3-2
3.7 Windblown Waste Control…………………………………….………………………………. 3-2

Figures
Figure 1 Site Location Map
Figure 2 Site Plan

Appendices
Appendix A Waste Screening Form
Appendix B Fire Occurrence Report
Appendix C Containment Area Discharge Report

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SECTION 1
GENERAL FACILITY OPERATIONS

1.1 OVERVIEW

This Operations Manual was prepared for the Wake Transfer Station facility (Permit No.
92-34-Transfer-2012) located at 9220 Durant Road, Raleigh, North Carolina as shown in Figure
1. This document discusses the operation of the transfer station. Refer to Figure 2 for the
general layout of the facility. Waste Industries, LLC is the owner and operator. The transfer
station only accepts construction and demolition debris and has been in operation since June of
2003.

This plan specifically addresses requirements of North Carolina Solid Waste Management Rules
Section .0402 - Operational Requirements. All personnel involved with the management or
supervision of the facility shall be familiar with this plan. A copy of this Operations Manual will
be kept at the facility and shall be available for use at all times.

1.2 LIFE OF SITE

15A NCAC 13B .0207 (d) requires the requestor provide a specification of the quantified LOS.
The site is currently expected to remain operational as long as reasonable economic conditions
dictate. At this time, or in the event of a major structural repair the site may be evaluated for
extended operation. Significant site changes may require permit modification and will be
coordinated with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Solid Waste Section.

1.3 CONTACT INFORMATION

All correspondence and questions concerning the operation of the Wake Transfer Station should
be directed to the appropriate company and regulatory personnel listed below. For fire or police
emergencies dial 911.

1.3.1 Waste Industries, LLC (Operator)

Local office:
Waste Industries, LLC
3741 Conquest Dr.
Garner, NC 27529
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Contact: Travis Hitchcock, General Manager
[e-mail]

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Main office:
Waste Industries, USA Inc. (Owner)
3301 Benson Drive, Suite 601
Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Contact: D. Stephen Grissom, CFO

1.3.2 North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

North Carolina DEQ - Raleigh Central Office
217 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27603

NC DEQ – Mailing Address
Mail Service Center 1646
Raleigh, NC 27699-1646

DWM Phone: [phone]
DEQ Phone: [phone]

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

Field Operations Branch Supervisor: Jason Watkins
Eastern Environmental Program Supervisor: Drew Hammonds
Environmental Senior Specialist: Shawn McKee

1.4 HOURS OF OPERATION

Waste Industries shall operate the facility 45 hours per week. The transfer station will be closed
for the observance of holidays as established locally. The operating hours will normally be as
follows:

Monday through Friday 7:00 am until 4:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

1.5 ACCESS CONTROL

Limiting access to the solid waste management facility is important for the following reasons:

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

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Access to active areas of the transfer station is controlled by a combination of fences and natural
barriers, and strictly enforced operating hours. An attendant shall be on duty at all times when the
facility is open to enforce access restrictions.

1.5.1 Physical Restraints

The site may be accessed by one entrance on Durant Road as shown on Figure 2. Scales
and a scale house and office are provided at this entrance. A swing gate shall be securely
locked during non-operating hours preventing vehicles from proceeding to station.

1.5.2 Security

Frequent inspections of gates and fences shall be performed by facility personnel.
Evidence of trespassing, vandalism, or illegal operation shall be reported to the Owner.

1.6 SIGNAGE

Waste Industries has posted signs at the transfer station entrance indicating operational
procedures, hours of operation, tipping fee, and the permit number. Signs are clearly posted
stating that hazardous or liquid wastes are prohibited. Traffic signs and markers are provided as
necessary to promote an orderly traffic pattern to and from the discharge area and loading area.

1.7 COMMUNICATIONS

The scale house/office has telephones in case of emergency and for the conduct of day-to-day
business. Emergency telephone numbers are displayed in the scale house and office.

1.8 FIRE AND SAFETY

1.8.1 Fire Control
The possibility of fire within the transfer station or a piece of equipment must be
anticipated in the daily operation of the facility. Fire suppression equipment shall be
provided to control accidental fires and arrangements shall be made with the local fire
protection agency. The transfer station is equipped with a fire hydrant at the south end of
the office building shown on Figure 2. An appropriate number of fire extinguishers to
effectively control accidental fires is also provided. A combination of factory installed
fire suppression systems and/or portable fire extinguishers shall be operational on all heavy
pieces of equipment at all times. For larger or more serious outbreaks, the local fire
department will respond.

The Operator will verbally notify the DWM (see Section 1.3.2) within 24 hours of
discovery of a fire within any transfer area. In addition, written documentation describing
the fire, the actions carried out to extinguish the fire, and a strategy for preventing future
occurrences (Appendix B, Fire Occurrence Report) will be provided to the DWM within
15 days following any such occurrence.

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1.8.2 Safety

All aspects of the operation of the facility were developed with the health and safety of
operations staff and neighbors in mind. A member of the operating staff shall be
designated site safety officer. This individual, together with the facility's management,
shall annually review and modify the site safety and emergency response program to
remain consistent with National Waste & Recycling Association and Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance.

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

1.9 SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS

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

1.9.1 Ice Storms

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

1.9.2 Heavy Rains

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

1.9.3 Electrical Storms

The open transfer areas of the facility are susceptible to the hazards of an electrical storm.
If necessary, transfer activities will be temporarily suspended during such an event. To
guarantee the safety of all field personnel, refuge will be taken in the on-site buildings or in
rubber-tired vehicles.

1.9.4 Windy Conditions

Concrete walls of varying size surrounding the tipping floor combined with natural tree
barriers provide relief from windy conditions. Facility operations during a particularly
windy period may require active tipping and transfer of waste be temporarily suspended.

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1.9.5 Violent Storms

In the event of hurricane, tornado, or severe winter storm warning issued by the National
Weather Service, facility operations may be temporarily suspended until the warning is
lifted.

1.10 EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

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

1.11 PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

At least one member of the supervisory staff shall be experienced in the management of transfer
station operations. Each facility employee shall go through an annual training course (led by
supervisory staff). As part of this training, personnel shall learn to recognize loads which may
contain prohibited wastes.

1.12 HEALTH AND SAFETY

This is a general plan and presents minimal information. The operator, Waste Industries, LLC, is
responsible for site safety. The health and safety plan prepared and implemented by Waste
Industries, LLC supersedes the contents of this general plan.

All aspects of the transfer station operations were developed with the health and safety of the
operating staff and neighbors in mind. A member of the operating staff shall be the designated
site safety officer. This individual, together with the facility's management, will modify the site
safety and emergency response program to remain consistent with National Solid Waste
Management Association and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance.

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

Each facility employee will go through an initial training course in health and safety followed by
monthly courses designed to continuously train employees on OSHA and Industry Standards. All
training shall be documented and attested to by signatures of the trainer and trainee. The
following are some general recommendations for the health and safety of workers at the Wake
Transfer Station.

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1.12.1 Personal Hygiene

The following items are recommended as a minimum of practice:
 Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking.
 Wear personal protective equipment as described in Section 1.11.2.
 Wash, disinfect, and bandage ANY cut, no matter how small it is. Any break in
the skin can become a source of infection.
 Keep fingernails closely trimmed and clean (dirty nails can harbor pathogens).

1.12.2 Personal Protective Equipment

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

 Safety shoes with steel toes.
 Hearing protection should be used in areas where extended exposure to continuous
high decibel levels is expected.
 Disposable rubber latex or chemical resistant gloves for handling and/or sampling
of waste materials.
 Dust filter masks

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

1.12.3 Mechanical Equipment Hazard Prevention

The loaders and other equipment should be operated with care and caution. All safety
equipment such as horns, backup alarms, and lights should be functional. A
Lockout-Tag-Out program shall be used to identify equipment in need or under repair and
insure that operation is “off-limits” prior to maintenance or repair. All operators shall be
trained in the proper operation of equipment.

1.12.4 Employee Health and Safety

Some general safety rules are:
 Consider safety first when planning and conducting activities.
 Review the equipment O&M Manual prior to attempting repairs/changes.
 Remember the buddy system in case of repair of mechanical equipment
 Post emergency contact phone numbers.
 Provide easy and visible access to the Right to Know materials.
 Provide easy and visible access to the first aid kit and fire extinguishers.

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1.12.5 Physical Exposure

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

1.12.6 Material Safety Data Sheets

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be collected and made available for all
chemicals stored on site for use by employees. MSDS sheets shall be stored in a location
with all other Right to Know information for the site.

1.13 UTILITIES

Electrical power, water, and telephone are provided at the scale house/office. Restrooms are
provided at the site.

1.14 RECORD KEEPING PROGRAM

The Operator shall maintain the following records in an operating record:

A. Waste inspection records (see Section 2.5);
B. Daily tonnage records - including source of generation, scale certifications;
C. Waste determination records;
D. List of generators and haulers that have attempted to dispose of restricted wastes;
E. Employee training procedures and records of training completed;
F. Annual facility reports;
G. Cost estimates or financial assurance documentation.

The operating record shall be kept up to date and will be presented upon request to the DWM for
inspection. A copy of this Operations Manual shall be kept at the facility and will be available
for use at all times.
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SECTION 2
WASTE HANDLING OPERATIONS

2.1 OVERVIEW

This section describes the required waste handling operations for the Wake Transfer Station. The
construction and demolition waste processed through the Transfer Station is a portion of the C& D
waste stream generated in multiple counties listed in Section 2.6.2.

2.2 ACCEPTABLE WASTES

Only the construction or demolition wastes as defined by NCGS 130A-290(a) (4) may be received
at the Wake Transfer Station. Employees are trained to recognize unacceptable and hazardous
materials and to properly segregate and dispose of them.

2.3 PROHIBITED WASTES

Only wastes as defined in Section 2.2 above may be accepted in the transfer station. Municipal
Solid Waste, industrial waste water sludge, asbestos and commercial animal waste (i.e. animal
shelter waste) will not be transferred through this facility. No other wastes may be accepted
including the following wastes:

 Radioactive Wastes
 Medical Wastes
 Whole Scrap Tires
 Used Oil
 White Goods
 Lead Acid Batteries
 Yard Waste
 Discarded computer equipment
 Oyster Shells
 Rigid plastic containers
 Aluminum Cans
 Pallets

In addition, operating criteria prohibits other materials from receipt within the transfer station.
These materials include:

 Hazardous waste as defined by NCGS 130A-290(a)(8), including hazardous waste
from conditionally exempt small quantity generators.
 Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) wastes as defined in 40 CFR 761.
 Bulk or non-containerized liquid wastes.
 Containers holding liquid wastes.

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2.4 PROHIBITION OF OPEN BURNING

Open burning of waste is prohibited at the transfer station.

2.5 WASTE SCREENING PROGRAMS

2.5.1 Trained Personnel

In order to assure that prohibited wastes are not entering the facility, screening programs
have been implemented. Trained personnel will be on duty during all hours of operation.
These individuals have been trained to spot indications of suspicious wastes, including:
hazardous placarding or markings, liquids, powders or dusts, sludges, bright or unusual
colors, drums or commercial size containers, and "chemical" odors. Screening programs
for visual and olfactory characteristics of prohibited wastes are an ongoing part of the
facility operation.

2.5.2 Waste Receiving and Inspection

All vehicles must stop at the scale house located in proximity to the entrance of the facility
and visitors are required to sign-in. All waste transportation vehicles are weighed and the
content of the load assessed. The scale attendant(s) requests from the driver of the vehicle
a description of the waste it is carrying to ensure that unacceptable waste is not allowed
into the facility. The attendant(s) then visually check the vehicle as it crosses the scale.
Signs informing users of the acceptable and unacceptable types of waste are posted at the
scale house. Once passing the scales, the vehicles are routed to the appropriate area of the
Transfer Station.

Vehicles will be randomly selected for screening on a regular basis, depending on
personnel availability. At least one vehicle per week will be randomly selected by
inspection personnel. A random truck number and time will be selected (e.g., the tenth
load after 10 AM) on the day of inspections. However, in the event that suspicious
materials are spotted in any waste load, that load will be inspected further.

Vehicles selected for inspection are to be directed to an area on the tipping floor where the
vehicle will be unloaded. Waste is carefully spread using suitable equipment. An
attendant trained to identify wastes that are unacceptable inspects the waste discharged at
the screening area. If unacceptable waste is found, the load will be isolated, reloaded, and
the generator/hauler will be logged and escorted out of the facility. The Owner will then
notify officials of the DWM (see Section 1.3.2) within 24 hours of attempted disposal of
any waste the facility is not permitted to receive to determine the proper course of action.
The hauler is responsible for removing unacceptable waste from the facility property.

If no unacceptable waste is found, the load shall be moved into the transfer trailer and/or
equipment. All random waste inspections will be documented by operations staff using
the waste screening form provided in Appendix A.

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In addition to random waste screening described above, waste unloaded on the tipping
floor face will be inspected by the equipment operators, trained to spot unacceptable
wastes, before and during movement into the transfer trailer and/or equipment. Any
suspicious looking waste is reported immediately to the designated primary inspector for
further evaluation.

2.6 FACILITY OPERATIONS

2.6.1 Operating Capacity

The maximum operating capacity for the transfer station is estimated to be approximately
500 tons per day of construction and demolition waste (C&D wastes). Wastes requiring
additional sorting for recycle may be transported to the Wake Material Reclamation
Facility, Permit 92-24 T, at 421 Raleigh View Road, Raleigh, NC 27610.

2.6.2 Service Area

The C&D waste processed through the Transfer Station is generated from construction,
remodeling, repair or demolition operations on pavement, buildings, or other structures in
the following North Carolina counties: Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville, Johnston,
Nash, Orange, Vance, and Wake.
.
2.6.3 Disposal Facilities

The disposal facilities receiving transferred material from the station are:

 Material Recovery/Brownfield C&D Landfill (Primary), 2600 Brownfield Road,
Raleigh, NC 27610 (Permit No. 92-31)
 Red Rock (Secondary), 7130 New Landfill Drive, Holly Springs, NC 27540
(Permit No. 92-28)

The DWM will be notified prior to using an alternative disposal site. Waste prohibited or
requiring special handling at the receiving landfills will not be allowed into the transfer
station.

2.6.4 Personnel Requirements

The personnel requirements for operation and maintenance of the site are listed in the
following table. Commercial drivers are not considered site personnel.
Description Primary Function (Allocation) 1) Site Manager Overall management of the facility
2) Scale House Attendant Receiving and weight for incoming loads

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Description

Primary Function (Allocation)
3) Operator/Attendant (1 to 2) Management of tipping floor

4) Commercial Drivers (Varies)*

Transfer of waste from tipping floor to trailers
5) Labor (1 to 2) General labor and operational staff around the site
*Commercial drivers subject to change in response to actual volume of waste received.

2.6.5 Equipment Requirements

The equipment requirements for operation and maintenance of the site are listed in the
following table.

Description

Primary Function (Allocation)

1) Front End Loader

Loading and site cleanup
2) Excavator Lifting/placing/compacting waste into receiving trailer 3) Trucks and Transfer Trailers Receiving/transporting waste
4) 80,000 lb. certified scale Weighing loads
5) 550 Gallon AST & Pump Fueling Equipment
2.6.6 Building Features

The building features of the transfer area are listed in the following table.

Description of Feature

Present

1) Roof

No
2) Sides (3) No
3) Concrete Floor Yes
4) Leachate Collection and Storage No

5) Ventilation

Yes

6) Water Supply

Yes
7) Lighting Yes
8) Interior Office & Bathrooms Yes

9) Explosive Gas Monitoring

No
10) Communications (Telephone, Radios, Cell Phones) Yes
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Description of Feature

Present

11) Fire Suppression/Sprinkler System

No
2.7 TRANSFER OPERATIONS
2.7.1 Access

Traffic enters via a 600-foot long paved driveway bordered by approximately 2 acres of
woods within the property boundary and other businesses along Durant Road. Signs at
the end of the drive clearly direct all traffic to enter scale. Upon weighing vehicles are
directed to the appropriate area of the Transfer Station. Traffic speed on the site shall be
less than 10 MPH. Rutting of gravel surfaces must be repaired by placement of additional
gravel and not solely by grading the rut.

2.7.2 General Procedures

The transfer operations will be conducted in accordance with the approved Operations
Manual and conditions of the Solid Waste Permit issued by the North Carolina Division of
Waste Management (DWM).

Facility operations are as follows:

1. Collection vehicles delivering waste to the facility will enter through main entrance;
2. Pass through the scales and scale house for weight;
3. Continue along the access road until reaching the transfer station tipping area;
4. A tipping area with concrete walls to prevent overflow of waste off concrete pad is
provided. Adequate area is available in the transfer area for drivers to queue their
vehicles into a backing maneuver. Station operating personnel will be on the station
floor to direct and guide the vehicles.
5. The vehicles will back onto the tipping floor to an area designated by the attendant.
6. Once the vehicle is in position, the waste load will be discharged directly onto the
tipping floor.
7. A spotter will inspect the discharged waste before it is loaded into the open top transfer
trailers, specifically designated for hauling C&D wastes, located on the opposite side
of the concrete retaining walls.
8. Wood, concrete, and aggregate, recoverable materials may be placed in containers to
be transported to the Wake Material Reclamation Facility, Permit 92-24 T, upon
becoming filled.
9. All other waste may be stored on-site in transfer trailers for a maximum of 24 hours
except that a minimal amount of waste may be stored for a maximum of 72 hours when
the facility is closed during a weekend or holiday. If storage becomes a nuisance
causing odor or the attraction of vectors it shall be transferred to the primary or
secondary receiving landfill.
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SECTION 3
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

3.1 OVERVIEW

This section reviews the overall environmental management tasks required for the successful
operation of the facility.

3.2 SURFACE WATER CONTROL

Due to the inert nature of the wastes, drainage is handled under an approved storm water
management plan permitted by the City of Raleigh.

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

 Prevent the run-on of surface water into waste handling area(s);

 Limit the erosion caused by surface waters; and

 Limit sediments carried off-site by surface waters.

The transfer equipment is placed on concrete. Except during transfer, the waste is contained in an
enclosed transfer trailer at all times.

3.2.1 Erosion & Sediment Control

This facility currently includes two detention basins located in the northwest and northeast
corners of the facility. Surface water flows at the site generally convey site runoff to the
detention basins. All site features are inspected regularly for erosion damage and
promptly repaired.

On-site detention basins include gravel-filter discharge weirs. Each detention basin is
equipped with gravel filters around inlets and discharges. Riprap armors all drainage
outlets and channels with estimated flow velocities over 4 feet per second.

All site areas not paved or graveled have been planted with grass to prevent erosion of cut
and fill slopes. Restored open space shall be maintained as lawn or planted with trees and
shrubs.

3.3 Aboveground Storage Tank (AST)

The AST on site has a capacity of 550 gallons and is protected by an uncovered secondary
containment storage area exceeding 110% capacity of the largest tank within the structure. This
provides ample room for stormwater to accumulate and allow for a catastrophic loss of primary
containment.
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Secondary containment structure release valve shall remain locked in the closed position.
Containment structure must be inspected after each rain fall and evaluated before water is released
or removed for treatment. Evaluation form is provided as Appendix C. In the event evaluation
determines contamination a pump and haul company identified by the home facilities (Waste
Industries, Raleigh) emergency preparedness plan shall be contacted for removal and treatment of
contaminated water.

3.4 VECTOR CONTROL

Due to the inert and less odorous nature of C&D waste it does not tend to attract vectors quickly.
In such cases that waste received causes nuisance odors or attracts vectors it shall be cleaned up
before the end of shift, transferred to a disposal site, placed in an enclosed dumpster or rejected
upon receipt. All spilled waste will be cleaned up during the current operation shift. Except in an
emergency, waste will not remain on-site for more than 72 hours. A local pest control contractor
will be used to further control insects and rodents, if necessary. If vector control becomes a
problem, additional measures will be taken to ensure the protection of human health.

3.5 ODOR CONTROL

Odorous or potentially odorous materials shall be rejected upon receipt or placed in a covered
container for temporary storage (less than 24 hours). Additionally, the transfer areas will be
cleaned and swept weekly, at a minimum. If odor control becomes a problem, additional measures
will be taken to ensure odor control.

3.6 DUST CONTROL

Dust related to C&D waste transfer shall be minimized by using an adjustable mist nozzle on a 1 ½
inch fire hose to limit dust. Misting shall be limited to prevent significant runoff into stormwater
conveyances.

3.7 WINDBLOWN WASTE CONTROL

All incoming vehicles with waste are required to have their loads covered upon arrival at the site or
be fully enclosed. Outbound transfer trailers are also required to be covered. On a daily basis,
site personnel will police the site for windblown litter. If needed, litter fences will be installed to
intercept windblown waste.

Figure 1
Site Location Map

Figure 2
Site Map

Appendix A
Waste Screening Form
Wake Transfer Station
Permit No. 92-34T

Waste Screening Form

Date: _______________________ Time Weighed in: ___________________
Truck Owner: _______________________ Driver Name: ___________________
Truck Type: _______________________ Vehicle ID/Tag #: ___________________

Waste Generator/Source: ___________________________________________________________

Reason Inspected: Random _____ Staff Initials _____
Reasonable suspicion _____ Staff Initials _____

Description of Load: _________________________________________________________________
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Load Accepted (Signature): _______________________________ Date: ______________
Not Accepted (Signature): _______________________________ Date: ______________

Fill out this section only if load was not accepted
Describe why load was not accepted: ______________________________________________________
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Name of Generator Authority Contacted: _____________________________________________
Name of Hauler Representative Notified: _____________________________________________
Hauler contact phone number: __________________________ Time Contacted: ___________
Notes: ______________________________________________________________________________
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Screener Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________________

Appendix B
Fire Occurrence Report

Appendix C
Containment Area Discharge Report
Containment Area Discharge Report

If the answer is YES to any of the following questions containment must be pumped out
by an authorized waste removal company.

YES NO

Water color suggests contamination ____ ____

Foam is present ____ ____

Oil staining is present ____ ____

Dry weather flow is observed ____ ____

Oil sheen is present ____ ____

NOTES:

Released?
Circle one: YES NO

Signature__________________________ Date_______________