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OPERATIONS MANUAL
Garner Transfer Station
Garner, North Carolina

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

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Waste Industries, LLC
Garner 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 Owner………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-2
1.3.3 Design Engineer……………………………………………………………………….. 1-2
1.3.4 NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources…………. 1-2
1.4 Hours of Operation……………………………………………………………………………….. 1-2
1.5 Access Control………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-3
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………………………………………………………………………. 1-5
1.9.4 Windy Conditions…………………………………………………………………….. 1-5
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…………………………………………………….. 1-7
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 Facility……………………………………………………………………….. 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 Control…..……………………………………………………………………. 3-1
3.2.2 Sedimentation Control…………………………………………………………….. 3-1
3.3 Leachate Management…………………………………………………………………………. 3-2
3.3.1 Leachate Collection………………………………………………………………….. 3-2
3.3.2 Operation & Maintenance, Leachate Pumps & Storage Tanks…. 3-2
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 Map
Appendices
Appendix A EPA Method 9095 – Paint Filter Liquids Test
Appendix B Waste Screening Form
Appendix C Fire Occurrence Report
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SECTION 1
GENERAL FACILITY OPERATIONS

1.1 OVERVIEW

This Operations Manual was prepared for the Garner Transfer Station and Recycling Facility
(Permit No. 92-17T) located at 3741 Conquest Drive within the Crosswinds Industrial Park in
Garner, 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, a
subsidiary of Waste Industries USA, Inc., is the owner and operator.

The information contained herein was prepared to provide personnel with an understanding of how
the Design Engineer envisioned that the facility be operated. The operations plan has been
accepted and placed into action by facility management. While deviations from the operations
outlined may be acceptable, they should be reviewed and approved by the Design Engineer. All
changes shall be approved by NC DEQ, Division of Waste Management (DWM).

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 shall
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 Garner 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)

Waste Industries, LLC
3741 Conquest Drive
Garner, North Carolina 27529
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Contact: Travis Hitchcock, General Manager
[e-mail]

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

1.3.3 Smith + Gardner (Design Engineer)
Smith + Gardner
14 N. Boylan Avenue
Raleigh, North Carolina, NC 27603
Phone: [phone] x128
Fax: [phone]
Contact: Michael W. Brinchek, P.E.
[e-mail]

1.3.4 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 normally operate the facility 57.5 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 5:00 am until 4:30 pm
Saturday Closed*
Sunday Closed

*May open if necessary (5 am until 12 pm) to make up for a weekday holiday.
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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.

The facility entrance is gated and not open to the public. Only trained and authorized company
personnel will be allowed access to the transfer system.

1.5.1 Physical Restraints

The site is accessed through the Citation Drive cul-de-sac, as shown on Figure 2. Scales
and a (modular) scale house are provided near the entrance. All waste will have been
weighed prior to being processed on site. The entrance has a gate which will be securely
locked during non-operating hours.

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
and/or Owner.

1.6 SIGNAGE

Waste Industries has posted signs at the transfer station entrance indicating operational
procedures, hours of operation, 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. This is a
private facility, not open to the public; however, contractual arrangements with other solid waste
collection companies may allow them access to the facility.

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 facility is located within the Town of Garner fire district. Garner Fire Station #1 will
respond to a fire at this facility. The primary policy for fire control will be to evacuate the
facility, notify the Garner fire department and await their response. In case of a minimal
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fire, 10 lb. ABC fire extinguishers are mounted on both levels of the transfer station
facility. All Waste Industries vehicles carry (1) 20 lb. or (2) 10 lb. ABC fire extinguishers.
A local fire extinguisher company periodically inspects and services the fire extinguishers
and conducts training for Waste Industries personnel.

The Operator will verbally notify the DWM (see Section 1.3.4) within 24 hours of
discovery of a fire within any transfer or recycling area. In addition, written
documentation describing the fire, the actions carried out to extinguish the fire, and a
strategy for preventing future occurrences will be provided to the DWM within 15 days
following any such occurrence utilizing a Fire Occurrence Report (see Appendix C).

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, however, first aid
kits are provided for self-administered first aid. Injuries requiring further treatment will
be addressed a physician on the facilities panel of physicians. 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.

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Intense rains can affect leachate managements systems. As applicable, staff shall
maintain adequate temporary storage capacity in the leachate management systems. After
such a rain event, inspection by personnel will be initiated and corrective measures taken to
dispose of any additional leachate before the next rainfall.

1.9.3 Electrical Storms

The open areas of the facility are susceptible to the hazards of an electrical storm. If
necessary, recycling 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

Facility operations during a particularly windy period may require that the active tipping
area be temporarily shifted to a more sheltered area.

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 shall maintain on-site equipment required to perform the necessary transfer and
recycling activities. Periodic maintenance of all equipment and minor and major repair work
shall be performed at designated maintenance zones. Off-site preventative maintenance and
repairs is also possible, depending on the specific situation.

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 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 designated site
safety officer. This individual, together with the facility's management, will modify the site
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safety and emergency response program to remain consistent with 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 annual training course in health and safety (led by
supervisory staff). 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 Garner Transfer Station.

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 shall 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.

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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.

1.12.5 Physical Exposure

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

1.12.6 Safety Data Sheets

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) shall be collected and made available for all chemicals stored
and/or utilized on site. SDS 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 and 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 Garner Transfer Station.
The solid waste processed through the Transfer Station is a portion of the Municipal Solid Waste
(MSW) and Construction & Demolition (C&D) waste stream generated in Wake, Johnston,
Harnett, Lee and Chatham Counties.

2.2 ACCEPTABLE WASTES

Only the waste as defined by NCGS 130A-290(a)(18a) and NCGS 130A-290(a)(24) may be
received at the MSW 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. 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:

 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 with the
exception of trace amounts found in materials such as consumer electronics.
 Bulk or non-containerized liquid wastes unless the waste is household waste other
than septic waste and waste oil; or the waste is leachate or gas condensate derived
from the MSW landfill unit. A liquid determination will be performed by the paint
filter test (see Appendix A for apparatus and procedure).
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 Containers holding liquid wastes unless the waste is household waste.

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.
Drivers of waste transport vehicles enter a truck identification number and origin of waste
into the automatic scale attendant driver assisted terminal (DAT). A transfer station
attendant reviews records entered into the DAT three times a day. Waste Industries
drivers are trained to identify unacceptable materials before transporting waste. In
addition, signs posted at the scale house inform transporters of acceptable and
unacceptable types of waste. All transporters are Waste Industries employees who are
trained on acceptable routes and movements around the transfer station. Equipment
operator/attendant may direct when necessary.

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. For unacceptable
wastes that are non-hazardous, the Owner will then notify officials of the DWM (see
Section 1.2.4) 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.
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If no unacceptable waste is found, the load shall be pushed 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 B.

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 pushing 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 mixed waste (MSW and C&D wastes).
2.6.2 Service Area

The solid waste processed through the Transfer Station is a portion of the waste stream
generated in Wake, Johnston, Harnett, Lee, and Chatham Counties.

2.6.3 Disposal Facilities

The disposal and recycling facilities receiving transferred material from the station are:

 Sampson County Disposal, LLC Landfill (Primary), 7434 Roseboro Hwy,
Roseboro, NC 23382 (Permit No. 82-92)
 Wake County Landfill at Feltonsville (Alternative), 6124 Old Smithfield Road,
Apex, NC 27502 (Permit No. 92-22)
 Red Rock Disposal, LLC Landfill (C&D Only), 7130 New Landfill Drive, Holly
Springs, NC 27540 (Permit No. 92-28)

The DWM will be notified prior to using the 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.

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Description

Primary Function (Allocation)

1) Site Manager

Overall management of the facility

2) Operators/Attendants (2 to 3)

Management of tipping floor
3) Commercial Drivers (Varies)* Transfer of waste from tipping floor to trailers
4) Labor (2 to 4) 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, recycling, and site cleanup

2) 20 Cubic yard side feed hopper

Loading, recycling, and site cleanup

3) Marathon Block Pak Compactor
Compacting/pushing waste into receiving trailer 4) Trucks and Transfer Trailers Receiving/transporting waste
5) 80,000 lb. certified scale Weighing loads

2.6.6 Building Features

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

Description of Feature

Present 1) Roof Yes
2) Sides (3) Yes

3) Concrete Floor

Yes
4) Leachate Collection and Storage Yes
5) Ventilation Yes
6) Water Supply Yes

7) Lighting

Yes
8) Interior Office & Bathrooms No

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Description of Feature

Present
9) Explosive Gas Monitoring Yes

10) Communications (Telephone, Radios, Cell Phones)

Yes
11) Fire Suppression/Sprinkler System No

2.7 TRANSFER OPERATIONS

2.7.1 Access

Traffic will be clearly directed to the appropriate area of the Transfer Station. Traffic
speed on the site should be less than 10 MPH. Rutting of gravel roadway surfaces must be
repaired by placement of additional gravel on the roadway and not solely by grading the
rut. This will maintain the separator geotextile placed below most gravel roadway
surfaces.

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 the 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. The tipping area has “push” walls that direct the waste to a feed “hopper” overlying the
transfer trailers and/or equipment on the lower level of the building. The equipment
operator will direct vehicles, waiting to unload, to back into the facility through the
entrance. Adequate area is available in front of 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 equipment
operator.
6. Once the vehicle is in position, the waste load will be discharged directly onto the
tipping floor.
7. An equipment operator will inspect the discharged waste before it is mixed with other
waste on the tipping floor and pushed by a rubber-tired loader into the open top transfer
trailers, specifically designated for hauling MSW and C&D wastes, located in the
lower level of the Transfer Station.
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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

The Transfer Station facility is presently covered by NPDES General Permit Number
NCG080014. As used herein, the definition of “surface water” is water which results from
precipitation or site run-on that has not contacted the waste.

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

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

 Prevent the run-off of surface water that has come into contact with the waste (i.e.
leachate);

 Limit the erosion caused by surface waters; and

 Limit sediments carried off-site by surface waters.

A roof in concert with the surface water diversion system currently in place at the site serves to
protect surface and ground water from contamination through contact with waste. The transfer
equipment is placed on concrete. Except during transfer, the waste is contained in an enclosed
transfer trailer at all times. Separate erosion and sedimentation control plans for the site are
provided to Wake County. These plans describe both short and long term engineered features and
practices for preventing erosion and controlling sedimentation at this site.

3.2.1 Erosion Control

This facility currently includes a sedimentation pond located in the southeast corner of the
facility which discharges to an unnamed tributary to Big Branch. Surface water flows at
the site generally convey site runoff to the pond. All site features are inspected regularly
for erosion damage and promptly repaired.

3.2.2 Sedimentation Control

The topography of the facility diverts surface water away from the facility and towards the
on-site pond.

3.3 LEACHATE MANAGEMENT
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The leachate management system for the transfer station consists of the concrete tipping floor,
collection trenches and leachate transmission piping, pumps, valve boxes, valves, and
oil/grit/water separator. Leachate is removed from the site through a pump and haul service.

3.3.1 Leachate Collection

Leachate from each area unit is collected in perimeter floor drains that drain to low
end(s) of each area. Piping transports leachate to an oil/grit/water separator which
releases treated leachate to the local sanitary sewer. The oil/grit/water separator is
pumped out quarterly, removing sediment and oil, to prevent system malfunction.

3.3.2 Record Keeping

Accurate records will be maintained at the facility in accordance with Section 1.14.

3.4 VECTOR CONTROL

The compaction system is well suited for vector control. Except during transfer, the waste is
contained in the compaction trailer at all times. Spilled waste will be cleaned up during the
current operation shift. Except in an emergency, solid waste will not remain on-site for more than
48 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 will be pushed into a transfer truck and covered as soon
as possible to avoid odor problems. Additionally, the transfer areas will be cleaned and swept
daily and washed down 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 waste hauler traffic on the access roads will be minimized by using a water truck or
a sprinkler system to limit dust on the gravel portion of the road.

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
EPA Method 9095
Paint Filter Liquids Test
9095B - 1 Revision 2
November 2004
METHOD 9095B
PAINT FILTER LIQUIDS TEST
1.0 SCOPE AND APPLICATION
1.1 This method is used to determine the presence of free liquids in a representative
sample of waste.
1.2 The method is used to determine compliance with 40 CFR 264.314 and 265.314.
2.0 SUMMARY OF METHOD
2.1 A predetermined amount of material is placed in a paint filter. If any portion of the
material passes through and drops from the filter within the 5-min test period, the material is
deemed to contain free liquids.
3.0 INTERFERENCES
3.1 Filter media were observed to separate from the filter cone on exposure to alkaline
materials. This development causes no problem if the sample is not disturbed.
3.2 Temperature can affect the test results if the test is performed below the freezing
point of any liquid in the sample. Tests must be performed above the freezing point and can,
but are not required to, exceed room temperature of 25 oC.
4.0 APPARATUS AND MATERIALS
4.1 Conical paint filter -- Mesh number 60 +/- 5% (fine meshed size). Available at local
paint stores such as Sherwin-Williams and Glidden.
4.2 Glass funnel -- If the paint filter, with the waste, cannot sustain its weight on the
ring stand, then a fluted glass funnel or glass funnel with a mouth large enough to allow at least
1 in. of the filter mesh to protrude should be used to support the filter. The funnel should be
fluted or have a large open mouth in order to support the paint filter yet not interfere with the
movement, to the graduated cylinder, of the liquid that passes through the filter mesh.
4.3 Ring stand and ring, or tripod.
4.4 Graduated cylinder or beaker -- 100-mL.
5.0 REAGENTS
5.1 None.
9095B - 2 Revision 2
November 2004
6.0 SAMPLE COLLECTION, PRESERVATION, AND HANDLING
A 100-mL or 100-g representative sample is required for the test. If it is not possible to
obtain a sample of 100 mL or 100 g that is sufficiently representative of the waste, the analyst
may use larger size samples in multiples of 100 mL or 100 g, i.e., 200, 300, 400 mL or g.
However, when larger samples are used, analysts shall divide the sample into 100-mL or 100-g
portions and test each portion separately. If any portion contains free liquids, the entire sample
is considered to have free liquids. If the sample is measured volumetrically, then it should lack
major air spaces or voids.
7.0 PROCEDURE
7.1 Assemble test apparatus as shown in Figure 1.
7.2 Place sample in the filter. A funnel may be used to provide support for the paint
filter. If the sample is of such light bulk density that it overflows the filter, then the sides of the
filter can be extended upward by taping filter paper to the inside of the filter and above the
mesh. Settling the sample into the paint filter may be facilitated by lightly tapping the side of the
filter as it is being filled.
7.3 In order to assure uniformity and standardization of the test, material such as
sorbent pads or pillows which do not conform to the shape of the paint filter should be cut into
small pieces and poured into the filter. Sample size reduction may be accomplished by cutting
the sorbent material with scissors, shears, a knife, or other such device so as to preserve as
much of the original integrity of the sorbent fabric as possible. Sorbents enclosed in a fabric
should be mixed with the resultant fabric pieces. The particles to be tested should be reduced
smaller than 1 cm (i.e., should be capable of passing through a 9.5 mm (0.375 inch) standard
sieve). Grinding sorbent materials should be avoided as this may destroy the integrity of the
sorbent and produce many "fine particles" which would normally not be present.
7.4 For brittle materials larger than 1 cm that do not conform to the filter, light crushing
to reduce oversize particles is acceptable if it is not practical to cut the material. Materials such
as clay, silica gel, and some polymers may fall into this category.
7.5 Allow sample to drain for 5 min into the graduated cylinder.
7.6 If any portion of the test material collects in the graduated cylinder in the 5-min
period, then the material is deemed to contain free liquids for purposes of 40 CFR 264.314 and
265.314.
8.0 QUALITY CONTROL
8.1 Duplicate samples should be analyzed on a routine basis.
9.0 METHOD PERFORMANCE
9.1 No data provided.
10.0 REFERENCES
10.1 None provided.
9095B - 3 Revision 2
November 2004
FIGURE 1
PAINT FILTER TEST APPARATUS
9095B - 4 Revision 2
November 2004
METHOD 9095B
PAINT FILTER LIQUIDS TEST

Appendix B
Waste Screening Form
Waste Industries
Random Load Inspection Report

Inspection Information
Inspector Name: __________________________________
Facility Name: Waste Industries, Garner Transfer Station
Date: _____/_____/_________
Time: ____________ AM - PM

Transporter
Company Name: Waste Industries___________________
Street Address: 3741 Conquest Drive________________
City/State/Zip: Garner, NC 27529__________________
Phone #: [phone] ____________

Vehicle Information
Driver Name: _________________________________
Vehicle Type: _________________________________
Vehicle License #: _________________________________
Vehicle last stop: _________________________________
Driver comments: _________________________________

Observations and actions taken:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Photo Documented: ____ Yes ____ No

Driver Signature: ________________________________ Date: __________

Inspector Signature: ______________________________ Date: __________

Appendix C
Fire Occurrence Report