Attach_No__1B_-_Avon_Park_AFR_ISWMP.pdf

Template Version June 2020

U. S. AIR FORCE

INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN

Avon Park Air Force Range

18-Nov-20

Global Power for America

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

598TH RANGE SQUADRON

AVON PARK AIR FORCE RANGE, FLORIDA AND MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, FLORIDA

16 November 2020

MEMORANDUM FOR INSTALLATION PERSONNEL

FROM: 598 RANS/CC

SUBJECT: Avon Park Air Force Range November 2020 Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan

1. Enclosed is the revised Avon Park Air Force Range (APAFR) Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP), dated 16 November 2020. The plan is for use by all range personnel (including tenants) for management and disposition of solid waste and recyclable materials. The ISWMP has been prepared in accordance with Air Force Manual 32-7002 Environmental Compliance and P2, (2020) that integrates pollution prevention objectives into installation operations as applicable.

2. This plan describes APAFR’s Solid Waste Program and management efforts to comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and meet Air Force pollution prevention goals for maximizing use of materials and reducing the amount of waste for disposal.

3. Please direct any questions to Mr. Bill Buchans at 452-4166.

STEVEN C. THOMAS, Lt Col, USAF Commander

Attachment:

Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan

ABOUT THIS PLAN

This installation-specific Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is based on the U.S. Air Force’s (AF) standardized Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) Plan template. This Plan is not an exhaustive inventory of all Solid Waste (SW) requirements and practices. Where applicable, external resources, including Air Force Instructions (AFIs); Air Force Manuals, Air Force Playbooks; federal, state, local and Final Governing Standards (FGS); and permit requirements are referenced.

Certain sections of this ISWM Plan begin with standardized, AF-wide “common text” language that addresses AF and Department of Defense (DoD) policy and federal requirements. This common text language is restricted from editing to ensure that it remains standard throughout all plans. The common text language is maintained and updated by the designated Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) with assistance from the Office of Collateral Responsibility (OCR), as appropriate. Immediately following the AF-wide common text sections are installation sections. The installation sections contain installation-specific content to address state, local, and installation-specific requirements. Installation sections are unrestricted and are maintained and updated by AF environmental Sections and/or installation personnel.

This document is optimized to be accessed and viewed electronically. The eDASH website at https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/10040 is the primary communication tool for AF EMPs.

https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/10040/

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DOCUMENT CONTROL

Standardized ISWM Plan Template Installation ISWM Plan

1.0 OVERVIEW AND SCOPE

2.0 INSTALLATION PROFILE

3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

4.0 GENERAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

5.0 TRAINING

6.0 RECORDKEEPING AND REPORTING

7.0 PROCEDURES

7.1 Solid Waste Generation and Diversion Goals

7.2 Source Reduction

7.3 Disposal and Diversion Options

7.4 Waste Streams – Management Methods and Opportunities

7.5 Materials Prohibited from Waste Streams

7.6 Landfill Management

7.7 Public Awareness, Education and Outreach

7.8 Programming and Budgeting

7.9 Program Assessment

7.10 Opportunity Assessments

8.0 REFERENCES

9.0 ACRONYMS

10.0 DEFINITIONS

11.0 INSTALLATION-SPECIFIC CONTENT

APPENDICES

Appendix A – Installation Solid Waste Characterization Study/Waste Stream Analysis Appendix B – Commodity Market Analysis Appendix C – Construction and Demolition Waste Management Plan Appendix D – Qualified Recycling Program Business Plan Appendix E – State-Approved Landfill Plan

DOCUMENT CONTROL

Standardized ISWM Plan Template

In accordance with (IAW) the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) Environmental (CZ) Business Rule (BR) 08, EMP Review Update and Maintenance, the standard content in this ISWM Plan template is reviewed periodically, updated as appropriate, and approved by the ISWM Subject Matter Expert (SME).

This version of the template is current as of 2020 and supersedes the 2018 version.

NOTE: Installations are not required to update their ISWM Plan every time this template is updated.

When an ISWM Plan is due to be updated, installations should refer to the eDASH EMP Repository to ensure they have the most current version.

Installation ISWM Plan

Record of Updates – The ISWM Plan is updated as changes to waste generation, waste management practices, or installation mission occur, including those driven by changes in applicable regulations.

Record of Updates

Change No. Nature of Change Date of Change Approved By Approved Date 01 Complete Update 16 Nov 2020 Bonner 18 Nov 20

Record of Annual Review – IAW AFMAN 32-7002, Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention, the ISWM Plan is reviewed annually, updated as appropriate, and approved by the installation Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Council (ESOHC). Formatting and administrative changes do not require ESOHC review.

Record of ESOHC Annual Review

Review Date Review Participants Notes/Remarks Result in Plan Update? (Yes or No)

16 Nov 20 RMFI Yes

1.0 OVERVIEW AND SCOPE

This ISWM Plan contains procedures for the management of SW. In lieu of federal, state, or FGS requirements, AFMAN 32-7002 acts as the main driver for the ISWM Plan. The ISWM Playbook serves as supplemental guidance to this Plan.

This Plan addresses the management of SW. SW is defined in 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 261.2, and includes but is not limited to: Wastes from aircraft originating from overseas, military munitions identified as a SW in 40 CFR 266.202, and industrial SW. This Plan does not address the management of Hazardous Waste (HW) or other non-SW, including universal waste, Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), asbestos, lead, regulated medical waste, radioactive waste, or mixed waste.

Installation Supplement – Overview and Scope

The primary mission of the Avon Park Air Force Range (APAFR) is aircrew proficiency training for United States Air Force (USAF) fighter and bomber wings, the United States Navy, and the FLARNG as well as ground training of United States Army Airborne and Ranger Units. The complex includes two tactical ranges, three conventional weapons ranges, an airfield, parachute drop areas, an artillery range, and a small arms firing range. Approximately 13,000 sorties are flown on the range annually. Missions are flown against conventional, tactical, or simulated nuclear targets using various aircraft profiles and weapon systems. Target arrays include single or mixed environments.

The range hosts multiple training capabilities for the 23rd Wing mission to organize, train, and employ combat-ready forces. Primary users are deployed units staging from AF installations and FLARNG units.

The range is available to any DoD agency with a valid and coordinated training requirement. FLARNG is a tenant organization at APAFR and operates as a detachment to the FLARNG Camp Blanding Training Site. Its primary mission is to provide realistic training for combat readiness. Mission support encompasses scheduled ground maneuvers on foot, infantry tactics with vehicles and artillery, mortar training, and small arms qualifications. The Unit Training Equipment Site (UTES) provides scheduled maintenance for the guard’s vehicles and equipment and is responsible for management of waste generated as a result of its training mission.

As of October 1, 2006, APAFR was reassigned to the 23rd Wing, Moody Air Force Base (AFB), the designation at that time was Detachment 1, Operation Location A, 23rd Wing. In August 2016, APAFR was designated as the 598RANS.

2.0 INSTALLATION PROFILE

Scope of Plan This plan identifies compliance requirements for SW management at APAFR. It covers the control and management of SW from the point of generation to final disposition. In addition, it identifies alternatives for disposal of SW through reduction, reuse, and recycling options for SW generated.

OPR 598 RANS Maintenance Environmental Flight (RANS/RMFI) has overall responsibility for implementing the SW management program and is the lead organization for monitoring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

ISW Program Manager Name: William Buchans Office Symbol: 598 RANS/RMFI

Phone: 863-452-4166 Email: william.buchans.1@us.af.mil

Recycling Program Manager Name: William Buchans Office Symbol: 598 RANS/RMFI Phone: 863-452-4166 Email: william.buchans.1@us.af.mil

QRP Manager Name: N/A Office Symbol: Add.

Phone: Add.

Email: Add.

Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for ISWM Contracts

Name: N/A Phone: Add.

Email: Add.

State and local regulatory agencies Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP Approved SW handling contractors Republic Services. 3820 Maine Avenue, Lakeland, FL

33801 Solid Waste Characterization Study/Waste Stream Analysis (Appendix A)

Has the installation completed a Solid Waste Characterization? No If yes, enter date of study.

Click or tap to enter a date.

Commodity Market & Economic Feasibility Analysis (Appendix B)

Does installation completed initial Commodity Market Analysis & Feasibility Study and update annually? No If yes, include as Appendix. If no, describe reasons for non-compliance.

APAFR does not generate the quantities of commodities that would warrant a CMA

Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Management Plan

Has the installation completed a C&D Waste Management Plan? Yes If yes, include as Appendix.

Does Plan include requirement for all C&D contracts to collect C&D tonnage and costs from contractor? Yes If no, describe reason not included.

If no, describe reason not included.

QRP Business Plan Does installation operate a Qualified Recycling Program (QRP)? No If yes, include current QRP Business Plan as Appendix. If no, describe recycling strategies in Section 7.3.

3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The AF environmental program adheres to the Environmental Management System (EMS) framework and its Plan, Do, Check, Act cycle for ensuring mission success. Executive Order (EO) 13693, Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade, U.S. Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 4715.17, Environmental Management Systems, AFI 32-7001, Environmental Management, and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001, Environmental management systems - Requirements with guidance for use, provide guidance on how environmental programs should be established, implemented, and maintained to operate under the EMS framework.

The ISW program employs EMS-based processes to achieve compliance with all legal obligations and current policy drivers, effectively manage associated risks, and instill a culture of continuous improvement.

The ISWM Plan serves as an administrative operational control that defines compliance-related activities and processes.

4.0 GENERAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Detailed information about typical roles and responsibilities are in the ISWM Playbook. Installation-specific roles and responsibilities are described in the table below.

Roles and Responsibilities

Office/Organization/Job Title Installation Role/Responsibility Description

Wing/Installation Commander

The Wing/Installation Commander maintains overall responsibility for establishing an ISWM Plan and ensuring it complies with 10 U.S.C. 2577, Disposal of Recyclable Materials; DoDI 4715.4, Pollution Prevention; and AFMAN 32-7002, Environmental Compliance. The Installation Commander establishes management controls to ensure designated personnel conduct sales of recyclable materials according to the law.

ESOHC

IAW AFI 90-801, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health, each installation establishes an ESOHC. According to AFI 90-801, the ESOHC is the executive level steering group that reviews policies and programs, establishes goals, monitors progress, and advises leadership. The Installation Commander chairs the installation’s ESOHC. The ESOHC includes representatives from the following organizations: Wing Commander, Mission Support Group Commander, Operations Group Commander, Medical Group Commander, Judge Advocate, Safety, Public Affairs, Civil Engineering Squadron Commander, Air Force Office of Special Investigation, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services, and Army and Air Force Exchange Service.

Comptroller N/A

EMS Cross Functional Team (CFT)/Pollution Prevention (P2) Subcommittee

The ESOHC establishes the EMS CFT and/or Pollution Prevention (P2) Subcommittee to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations relating to EMS and P2. The EMS CFT/P2 Subcommittee accomplishes these objectives by conducting open meetings to exchange information between host and tenant organizations. Each Wing and group has representation on the EMS CFT/P2 Subcommittee, and the meetings are open to any interested installation personnel. The EMS CFT/P2 Subcommittee reports to the ESOHC on matters regarding the management of the QRP, resolves major issues associated with the QRP, and provides recommendations to the ESOHC.

ISW Manager The ISW Manager manages and oversees implementation of ISWM Plan IAW AFAM 32-7002 and the ISWM Playbook.

ISW Manager Alternate N/A QRP Manager N/A QRP Manager Alternate N/A QRP Subcommittee N/A

Office/Organization/Job Title Installation Role/Responsibility Description

Recycling Center Manager N/A Recycling Center Staff N/A Recycling Monitors N/A Building/Facility Mangers N/A Unit Environmental Coordinators (UECs)

The squadron UEC serve as the point of contact (POCs) for the ISW Manager and respective groups for reporting and disseminating disposal and recycling information.

Contracting Officer N/A Contracting Officer Representative N/A

Budget Analyst Supporting the

QRP N/A

Landfill Operator N/A Transportation Contractor Republic Services.

Staff Judge Advocate/Legal Officer N/A

Public Affairs N/A Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services

DLA Disposition Services (DLA-DS) provides logistics services for AF material IAW AFMAN 32-7002 and DoDIs.

Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) N/A

Army Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) N/A

Tenant Organizations Base Operations Support Services Contractor (BOS)

The BOS contractor has overall responsibility for implementation and operation of the SW management program, including disposal contracts and inventory and recordkeeping requirements. The BOS contractor ensures that SW management processes are maintained in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Specifically, the BOS contractor performs the following:

• Establishes and maintains contracts for the SW management program.

• Maintains facility-related records IAW prescribed retention times.

• Ensures that employee job descriptions and performance include SW management responsibilities.

• Ensures the proper collection, storage, and disposal of SW from the installation.

• Designates a person responsible for managing the SW program.

Bioenvironmental Engineering Bioenvironmental Engineering (BEE) at MacDill AFB provides industrial hygiene and occupational health consultation services.

BEE services include:

• Providing assistance to APAFR on evaluating industrial processes and waste stream characterization.

Office/Organization/Job Title Installation Role/Responsibility Description

• Identifying analytical, training, and equipment requirements for installation funding of environmental requirements with support from RMFI.

Range Operations Range Operations (RMD) ensures compliance with AFIs (e.g., AFI 13-212, Avon Park Air Force Range Addendum) and other directives applicable to range programs. RMD has overall responsibility for range management, planning, and maintenance. Specifically, RMD waste management duties include:

• Coordinating with the BOS contractor and Moody AFB Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel for range clearance activities.

• Developing annual range maintenance and clearance/decontamination schedules to meet AF requirements.

• Coordinating with the BOS contractor for clearance of range residues, including final removal and disposal.

• Evaluating design/location and maintenance of targets to minimize future residue clearance costs to include the use of innovative range clearance technologies and best management practices (target material substitution, recycling, etc.).

Range Support Manager The OPR for coordinating the ISWM Plan is Range Support (RS).

The RS Manager reviews and approves policies and installation ISWM plans and programs. APAFR RMFI also monitors the progress and advises management on the implementation of the ISWM Plan.

Florida Army National Guard FLARNG complies with the range SW management programs and applicable environmental laws. In the event of compliance issues, the Installation Commander has the authority to take whatever action is necessary to require the FLARNG to meet compliance requirements. Actions are addressed through memorandums of understanding or other appropriate documentation regarding compliance with waste management activities. Specifically, the

FLARNG:

• Coordinates compliance issues with RMFI.

• Conducts their activities IAW applicable permits and procedures.

• Reimburses the installation for waste disposal costs that exceed $125 IAW AFI 65-601. Note: This AFI is not applicable to this tenant organization because the FLARNG has a separate SW disposal contract. However, any future tenants may be responsible for reimbursement to APAFR based on the cost of SW generation/disposal.

5.0 TRAINING

SW diversion awareness training is provided to satisfy installation needs. Training records are maintained IAW the Recordkeeping and Reporting section of this Plan.

Training Plan

Training Course Installation Plan

(Describe training content, frequency, attendees and delivery method)

Newcomers Environmental Training

The TEACH Training Network is the preferred method for completing required training

General Environmental Awareness Training

The TEACH TN is the preferred method for completing required training.

UEC Training The TEACH TN is the preferred method for completing required training.

Enterprise Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health- Management Information System (EESOH-MIS) Data Call Training

Utilizing eDash is the preferred method for completing required training

Deployed Units The Exercise Leader for each unit conducts a briefing for unit members using a Powerpoint Operations Briefing slideshow provided by APAFR. The briefing includes Safety Rules, Facilities, Operations, APCI Security, and Departure Procedures.

Units deployed at APAFR are required to attend the briefing before beginning the training exercise. Each unit is responsible for maintaining their own training records. RMD issues instructions that describe procedures for using the ranges as well as emergency reporting.

6.0 RECORDKEEPING AND REPORTING

The installation maintains operating records IAW Air Force Manual 33-363, Management of Records, and disposes of records IAW the Air Force Records Management System (AFRIMS) records disposition schedule (RDS). The following tables summarize key recordkeeping and reporting requirements. For additional information, please refer to the latest edition of the “USAF Non-Hazardous Solid Waste Reporting Guide” available on the eDASH ISW page.

Recordkeeping

Recordkeeping Requirement Installation Plan

(Describe how requirement is met and where records are maintained)

Collect and maintain records and documents to support non-hazardous solid waste diversion and disposal data

The BOS contractor reviews Monthly Refuse Collection Reports for approval of invoices for payment to the refuse contractor. The BOS contractor maintains refuse service contracts and operations records for refuse collection and disposal.

Collect and maintain records and documents to support construction and demolition debris diversion and disposal data

This requirement is project specific per the project contract documents

Collect and maintain copies of weight certificates, shipping receipts, financial statements, and related documentation from contractors that generate non-hazardous solid waste and construction and demolition debris

The BOS contractor reviews weight certificates for approval of invoices for payment to the refuse contractor. The BOS contractor maintains refuse service contracts and operations records for refuse collection and disposal for five years.

Retain records of operating and overhead costs, including purchase of equipment, maintenance costs, program operations and expansion, labor costs, training, publicity, and overhead for processing recyclable materials

N/A

Add installation-specific recordkeeping requirements, as necessary.

Reporting

Reporting Requirement Installation Plan

(Describe how requirement is met)

Track and report comprehensive non-hazardous solid waste diversion and disposal data to AFCEC using EESOH-MIS reporting system within established deadlines

The Environment Compliance Manager provides this information on a semiannual basis.

Track and report comprehensive construction and demolition debris diversion and disposal data to AFCEC using EESOH-MIS reporting system within deadlines established

The Environment Compliance Manager provides this information on a semiannual basis.

Execute procedures to obtain construction and demolition debris diversion and disposal data from installation projects for data reporting within deadlines established

The Environment Compliance Manager contacts the BOS Contractor who in turn provides this information on a semiannual basis.

In order to comply with Congressional reporting requirements, Construction and Demolition Contractors must submit construction and demolition debris diverted and disposed summaries quarterly through the contracting officer throughout the project duration regardless of the amounts being disposed and/ordiverted.

This summary shall include, but is not limited to:

(1) cost to dispose and tonnage disposed;

(2) cost to recycle and tonnage recycled;

(3) cost to mulch and the tonnage mulched;

Some of this information is obtained by the contract COR’s/QAE’s.

(4) cost to incinerate and the tonnage incinerated;

(5) cost to divert via waste-to-energy incineration and the tonnage diverted

(6) explanation when there is a shortfall of current diversion rate.

Add installation-specific reporting requirements, as necessary.

7.0 PROCEDURES

7.1 Solid Waste Generation and Diversion Goals

• The ISW Manager maintains a Solid Waste Characterization Study/Waste Stream Analysis to identify installation waste streams and amounts generated.

• With the Solid Waste Characterization Study/Waste Stream Analysis, the ISW manager conducts a commodity market and economic feasibility analysis at least annually to determine the viability of diverting specific materials and to ensure optimum pricing is obtained for QRP-eligible commodities. The CMA is maintained in Appendix B of the ISWM Plan. The Commodity Market Analysis template is available on the ISWM eDASH site.

Date of Latest Analysis Enter Date.

Responsible Personnel William Buchans Results of Analysis Describe the results and decisions of the latest CMA.

• The ISW/QRP Manager(s) maintains a Solid Waste Diversion table to track current and projected progress towards solid waste diversion goals

• The Waste Stream Analysis and Solid Waste Diversion tables are available on eDASH or at the link in the installation supplement below

Installation Supplement – Solid Waste Generation and Diversion Goals

Insert installation-specific content and include a link to the Waste Stream Analysis and Solid Waste Diversion tables.

7.2 Source Reduction

The installation employs the following source reduction strategies to minimize SW generation.

Source Reduction Strategies

Applicability (select all that apply) Source Reduction Strategy

Installation Plan (Describe how and where strategy is implemented)

☐ Change processes to reduce or eliminate the production of wastes

☐ Reduce the volume of material purchased or produced

☐ Reduce the toxicity of products used ☐ Increase the useful lifetime of products used ☐ Decrease the amount of product use

☐ Purchase environmentally preferable products and services

☐ Eliminate off-installation waste coming onto the installation

☐ 2% Reduction of Total Waste Generated (based on previous fiscal year)

Add installation-specific strategies, as necessary.

7.3 Disposal and Diversion Options

The installation considers local diversion options for all waste streams. The “USAF Installation Non- Hazardous Solid Waste Disposition” table, provided in the “USAF Non-Hazardous Solid Waste Reporting Guide” available on the eDASH ISW page, is consulted when evaluating local disposal and diversion options.

Installation Disposal and Diversion Plan

Applicability (select all that apply)

Disposal/ Diversion

Installation Plan (Describe how disposal/diversion is implemented)

☐ Composting ☐ Mulching ☐ Reuse ☐ Donation ☐ Recycling ☐ Waste-to-Energy

Incineration

☐ Incineration Disposal – Offsite Landfill All SW disposal is taken off-site to the local landfill.

☐ Disposal – On-site Landfill ☐ Overseas refuse management Disposal – Construction and

Demolition Debris Some construction and demolition debris is taken off-site for disposal per each contract.

Diverted – Construction and Demolition Debris

Varies, depending on the contract – some C&D debris is stockpiled for use by APAFR

7.4 Waste Streams – Management Methods and Opportunities

Non-hazardous Solid Waste

Waste Generation Sources A variety of SW streams are generated at APAFR, including MSW, limited industrial waste, and scrap metal, in support of range activities. The bulk of SW at the installation is generated as a result of military deployment and operating. An additional generation source is maintaining infrastructure (roads, targets, observation towers, fencing, etc.) at five active ranges. Scrap metal/target debris is the largest waste stream generated at the installation.

General refuse consisting of paper, cardboard, incidental plastic items, and other office trash is generated through the administrative support facilities. Miscellaneous SW consisting of general refuse and trash is also generated from the APAFR recreational program, which typically increases the volume of SW through the fall and winter seasons of each year.

Reduction Methods In support of installation P2 plans, the EMS CFT may establish additional guidance priorities that can support cost-effective P2 projects as they are developed in opportunity assessments and validated through the installation’s P2 Management Action Plan.

At this time, APAFR has not developed a formal P2 Plan to comply with the requirements of DoDI

4715.4 and AFMAN 32-7001. However, source reduction and recycling methods have been implemented to reduce the volume and quantity of waste generated at APAFR facilities. Specifically, APAFR SW disposal methods and technologies encompass the recycling of used oils, scrap metal, and lead-acid batteries as well as the purchasing of environmentally preferred products.

Management Methods

Generating Activities

Generating activities manage initial accumulation points and waste management activities, where applicable, IAW regulations and installation policies regarding the collection and transfer of waste and materials. Generating activities ensure that new and existing waste streams are coordinated with RMFI as appropriate for waste characterization requirements. Generating activities notify the BOS contractor and RFMI of SW to HW changes in activities including, but not limited to, waste stream processes, modifications, the location or relocation of collection and accumulation sites, and names of assigned shop monitors.

General Refuse Accumulation

Base SW (refuse, garbage, trash, etc.) is generated at the installation in limited quantities and is disposed of by contract. The SW program operates 13 dumpsters for the collection of general refuse.

The dumpsters are strategically located to service the major support facilities, area campgrounds, and the volunteer campground. Two dumpsters are added to the program from October to January of each year to support the APAFR hunt program.

Location of Solid Waste Containers at APAFR

Building/Facility Number Number of Dumpsters 102 1 236 2 475 1 600 1

2000 – Willingham Campground 1 28 1 29 1 43 1 44 1 77 1

2000 – Morgan Hole Campground 2 Total 13

2000 Willingham Campground (October – January) 1 2000 Morgan Hole Campground (October – January) 1

Total 2 C&D 20-yd³ Roll-Off (located at Bldg. 28) 1

Refuse Containers – The current refuse collection and disposal services and removal services contract is a year-to-year contract. As listed in the table above titled “Location of Solid Waste Containers at APAFR,” the service contract provides ten 4-cubic yard dumpsters and three 8-cubic yard dumpsters for storage of general refuse. Each year, from October through January, one additional 4-cubic yard dumpster and one additional 8 cubic-yard dumpster are temporarily added to the program to support the APAFR recreational program. Under the refuse collection and disposal services contract, a contractor provides weekly services for collecting SW from thirteen 4-cubic yard dumpsters at the various collection stations and campgrounds listed in the “Location of Solid Waste Containers at APAFR” table.

Recycle Containers – Recycle containers are currently maintained for the storage of aluminum cans and plastic water bottles through a voluntary program implemented by APAFR. 30-gallon plastic recycle containers are strategically located in the break rooms at Buildings 28, 29, 45, 236 and 600.

Typically, the containers are emptied when full into the 8 cubic yard recycling container and picked up and recycled by Republic Services.

Management Methods for Specific Waste Streams

Disaster Debris – The refuse collection and disposal services contract currently contains emergency provisions but no disaster provisions. Refuse collection includes a provision for emergency services necessary to support activation or the exercise of contingency outside of the established normal duty hours. Additionally, APAFR does not have a grounds maintenance contract to support general debris removal or emergency services. Grounds maintenance is provided through the BOS contractor for sweeping the runway and roads and removing debris.

Glass Materials – No glass materials are recycled at APAFR due to the lack of a local economic market and limited volume of glass materials generated by the installation. Glass materials are managed as domestic refuse and disposed of under contract services.

Lead Acid and Dry Cell Batteries – Lead acid and dry cell batteries generated on the installation are managed through the recycling program. Automotive/vehicle lead acid batteries are mainly generated from servicing military vehicles and power equipment. Lead acid and nickel-cadmium (NiCad) batteries are also generated from sanitizing targets, and a limited amount of NiCad batteries are generated from computers and other electronic components. Lead acid batteries that are removed from vehicles and other power equipment are stored in the battery shop at Building 28 and recycled through or a local battery recycling vendor. Alternatively, automotive batteries are exchanged through a local automotive service center. NiCad batteries are palletized, wrapped, and stored in the Building 27 central accumulation point IAW the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Universal Waste Rule (40 CFR 273.13), and they are managed under a DRMO service contract for recycling.

Target Maintenance Materials and Debris – A variety of salvaged target materials are used on the active ranges to provide realistic training to aircrews for conventional, tactical, and simulated nuclear target weaponry firing systems. Typical target materials employed on the active range include salvaged trucks, obsolete artillery and aircraft, used dart targets, and joint modular ground targets or similar items to add realism to the range and simplify target construction. Specifically, AFI 13-212, Avon Park Air Force Range Addendum, defines the requirements for the management and removal of depleted targets and debris generated as a result of aircrew proficiency training.

In addition, AFMAN 13-212 mandates any vehicle used as range target must have all fluids drained to permit loading/towing the target vehicle in the target area. Other components of the target vehicle, such as batteries, power generators, radium dials, and other hazardous materials, must be removed and demilitarized before the vehicle is used as a target.

In addition, all military hardware must be demilitarized before it can be used as a target. Vehicles used as strafing targets must have the engine and transmission removed from the target vehicle.

Along with these requirements, when the targets become damaged or destroyed or can no longer be used for their intended purpose, these materials are removed from the active range, transported to the on-site scrap yard, and managed as SW.

Tires

Used tires generated at APAFR are recycled through a contract with DRMO, Patrick Air Force Base (AFB). All tires that come off-of equipment and vehicles that have been used as targets on the active impact areas are stored at the scrap pad and taken off-site for disposal through the Air Combat Command (ACC) contract with the Range Residue Recycling (R3) Contractor.

Training Exercises/Special Event Solid Waste

The refuse collection and disposal services contract provides specific provisions for collecting SW generated during training exercises/special events at the installation. There are up to four week-long military exercises at the range each year. Additional SW collection is provided for specific training exercises independent of the FLARNG. This service usually consists of the addition of several bulk containers to field locations where no container is normally available. Special events involving recreational/hunting activities are covered by the existing contract. The Exercise Coordinator notifies the contractor of the location and duration for adding additional dumpsters under the SW program.

White Goods

A Base recycling program has not been developed for white goods (large appliances, refrigerators, stoves, etc.) due to the limited number of white goods generated at the installation. APAFR does not maintain Base housing, a mess hall, or service clubs that would be expected to generate quantities of these items to support an on-Base recycling program. Any white goods generated from the support facilities are contracted through DRMO. Any white goods generated at the installation are managed as special waste with disposal coordinated through the Highlands or Polk County Landfill.

Inspection

Periodic and random inspections of refuse and recycling collection, transfer, and disposal facilities and vehicles and equipment are conducted to determine whether the contract requirements are being followed as specified. These inspection findings are documented, and corrective actions are promptly implemented. Inspections are conducted to determine whether container locations, numbers, or pickup frequency need to be changed to better serve the range, support facilities, recreational grounds, and camper trailer park. The inspections of refuse and recycle containers are conducted to ensure that unauthorized materials are not disposed of in the containers.

All leased dumpsters are inspected monthly IAW their Refuse Collection and Disposal Plan (RCDP). The RCDP includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Collection and disposal of SW within the established schedule.

• Maintenance of equipment in good service.

• Maintenance of trucks and dumpsters to ensure they are free of odor.

• Maintenance of labeling and appearance of dumpsters.

• Provision of monthly reports and quantities of SW disposed.

• Provision of total tonnage and weight ticket for roll-off.

Transport and Disposal Methods Republic Services.

Opportunity Assessment Results N/A

Construction and Demolition (C&D) Debris.

Waste Generation Sources The generation of C&D materials at APAFR mainly results from day-to-day maintenance of the vast number of secondary gravel roads and drainage systems on the range. Typical C&D-generating activities include construction, demolition, site clearance, roadwork, and limited excavation for installing culverts, maintaining drainage systems, and maintaining conventional/tactical targets on the active ranges, roads, and real property Base-wide. Most C&D debris generated at APAFR is characterized as concrete, metal (e.g., corrugated culverts, rebar, and angle iron), asphalt, rock, rubble, wood, and soil residuals. Most of these materials are characterized as non-hazardous and are managed as SW and/or recyclable materials. Most C&D materials generated from day-to-day maintenance activities are collected and placed in the construction dumpster located in the vicinity of Building 28.

Approximately 8- 15 tons/year of C&D materials are generated from routine maintenance activities.

Reduction Methods N/A Management Methods C&D Debris

When buildings at APAFR undergo renovation or demolition, C&D debris is typically managed by the construction contractor IAW the terms of the contract. The contractor is tasked with the responsibility of disposing of the C&D materials IAW applicable regulations. For reporting purposes, APAFR must ensure all contracts generating C&D materials or other waste include the conditions that the contractor must report the quantities of waste streams subject to disposal as a required contract submittal.

Currently, the disposal of C&D debris at APAFR depends upon the sources of generation. C&D typically generated from facility renovation/demolition is managed and disposed of by the performing contractor on a job-specific basis.

During the planning stages of a construction or demolition project, the project is evaluated, based on past usage or history of the area, to determine the potential for the presence of hazardous substances such as asbestos, lead-based paint, or other materials. Based on the initial assessment, sampling and analysis of the demolition waste may be performed by either RMFI personnel or the Contractor to determine the presence of hazardous substances. If hazardous materials such as asbestos are found, appropriate health and safety precautions are taken to ensure worker safety and to ensure that the waste debris is removed and disposed of IAW applicable regulations. C&D materials that are not characterized as hazardous are removed and containerized by the contractor and disposed of in a Florida Subtitle D C&D landfill. Current contracts require the contractor to weigh and submit waste disposal reports to RMFI upon completion of the work. On projects where C&D materials are determined to be hazardous, the contractor provides transporters and disposal facilities in advance of shipping the materials.

Roll-Off Container Management

The current contract provides services for the storage of general C&D materials generated from day-to-day operation and maintenance (O&M) activities. Typically, APAFR maintains one 20-cubic yard roll-off for the storage of C&D materials. Approximately 160 cubic yards of C&D materials are generated annually from general O&M activities. Based on contract services, the C&D roll-off averages eight shipments per year for the disposal of C&D materials. The C&D roll-off is stationed in the vicinity of Building 28 and is maintained and inspected by the BOS contractor personnel. The roll-off is compacted with a front-end loader to maximize the container load before calling the contractor for pickup. When a demolition project is initiated, the performing contractor, as defined in a statement of work, is responsible for the management and disposal of C&D materials generated by a specific project.

Asbestos Management

Asbestos waste streams are anticipated to be limited to asbestos-contaminated C&D materials generated as a direct result of the asbestos surveys conducted to date. A comprehensive Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) was completed in 2004. To ensure that asbestos-contaminated materials (ACM) are not included in the installation’s SW streams, each C&D project will be evaluated during the planning stages as to past uses or history of the area to determine the potential for asbestos materials.

Based upon this initial assessment, sampling and analyses of the demolition waste may be performed by a contractor certified to determine the presence or absence of asbestos. When asbestos is present, an asbestos abatement plan and appropriate health and safety precautions will be taken to ensure worker safety and to ensure that the debris is removed and disposed of IAW the appropriate environmental regulations.

AFI 32-1052 mandates that each installation must have an AMP and an Asbestos Operating Plan (AOP). Base AMPs must be developed to maintain a permanent record of the status and condition of ACM in an installation’s facilities. The AOP defines how Base Civil Engineering will carry out C&D and asbestos abatement projects. RMFI is charged with development of the installation’s AMP and AOP and the BOS contractor is charged with development and delivery of the updated installation’s Asbestos Operating Plan. RMFI is also responsible for conducting surveys and examining friable ACM to determine whether repair, maintenance, or removal of the material is necessary. The AOP was updated in September 2018 to reflect current conditions and to comply with the requirements of AFI 32-1052.

Specifics on each facility surveyed for asbestos can be found in the Report of Asbestos Survey, Avon Park Air Force Range (URS 2003). The BOS contractor must be contacted for a complete list of projects that have included asbestos abatement.

Lead-Based Paint

As indicated in AFMAN 32-7002, C&D debris may also contain lead at AF facilities, such as APAFR, that were constructed before 1978. Lead was used as an additive and pigment in paints for many years prior to 1978; therefore, older structures contained multiple layers of old paint, which are potential sources of lead. Renovation and demolition projects can cause the surface paint particles of structures to become airborne, creating an inhalation or possible ingestion hazard to the workers conducting the demolition. Because of the potential health hazards in renovation/demolition projects, the installation must ensure environmental lead-based plans/construction plans address compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations for management and disposal of demolition debris containing lead-based paint.

Demolition debris or renovation building materials must be characterized IAW 40 CFR 261.24 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) to determine whether the substrate material is characteristically hazardous due to lead as well as to determine the method of disposal. Environmental planning and management plans must also address health and safety requirements as set forth under 29 CFR 1910.1025, General Industry Standard for Lead. Additionally, the BOS contractor is to implement the following:

• Review the validity of manufacturer claims that their product will render lead-based paint and stripper as non-hazardous, where necessary, in order to prevent increasing the volume of HW in C&D debris.

• Ensure health and safety precautions are taken to reduce worker exposure to lead during abatement, removal, and disposal activities.

• Coordinate lead-based paint activities, including disposal, in advance of actions planned to ensure compliance with appropriate state and local requirements.

APAFR developed a Lead-Based Paint Management Plan in March 2005.

Inspections

C&D debris characterization may also be considered an inspection part of the ISWM Plan in that these characterizations separate SW from waste contaminated with asbestos, lead-based paint, HW, or possible PCBs. As indicated previously, during the planning stages of a C&D project, the project is evaluated based on past uses or history of the area to determine the potential for the presence of hazardous substances such as asbestos, lead-based paint, or other materials. Based upon initial site surveys, sampling and analyses of the demolition waste may be performed by the contractor, as detailed in the scope of work, to determine the presence or absence of hazardous substances.

BOS contractor personnel conduct random inspections of refuse collection, transfer, and disposal facilities; vehicles; and equipment. Inspections are conducted semiannually, or more often if necessary, to determine the adequacy of size, number, and frequency of pickup.

Inspections of refuse storage areas are conducted quarterly to ensure that the equipment and containers being used meet contract requirements and that the areas are maintained in a manner that does not represent a threat to public health or the environment. Results of all inspections and discrepancy notifications are kept in the contract file of the BOS contractor office. The BOS contractor also inspects the refuse containers throughout the installation on a periodic basis to ensure that unauthorized wastes are not being disposed of in them. C&D project evaluations and inspections are conducted as needed.

Transport and Disposal Methods APAFR does not operate a C&D landfill; therefore, all C&D materials generated from any project are removed and disposed of IAW applicable regulations.

C&D generated waste at the facility is temporarily staged by the work activity. When accumulated, C&D materials are segregated into waste types (metal, wood, etc.), and transported to the scrap metal yard or placed in the C&D roll-off located near Building 28. C&D debris SW is disposed of within a C&D cell at the Highlands County Class I-permitted landfill. The Highlands County Landfill is located on Arbuckle Creek Road in Highlands County. The road route to the landfill is via County Road 64, to State Route 17, south to Arbuckle Creek Road.

Paper and Cardboard

Paper and cardboard are generated from operations at Buildings 28, 29, 45, and 236.

Reduction Methods N/A Management Methods Paper and Paper Products

APAFR paper recycling collection and removal services were initiated in concert with prior Headquarters (HQ) ACC P2 objectives and the Highlands County Solid Waste Recycling Program in an effort to meet the Florida Solid Waste Management Act waste reduction goal of 25% by July 1998.

The recycling program was implemented in January 1998; however, due to county funding constraints, county recycling services with APAFR were halted in July 2001. Since that time, paper and paper products have been taken to the 8 cubic-yard recycling container located near Building 28 and recycled by Republic Services.

High-Grade Paper General white office paper, computer copier paper, letterhead, notebook paper, and shredded bagged paper are types of paper products that were managed in the past through the installation recycling program. APAFR does not have over 100 office workers at this time and as such is exempt from mandatory recycling of high-grade paper. APAFR does not have a Base housing area, so the requirement to recycle newspaper and magazines also does not apply.

Individual employees may collect white paper, computer paper, and copier paper and transport it to county recycling containers off-site. This paper recycling effort is voluntary at the present time. Paper articles that are not recycled include carbon pressure sensitive paper, Post-it notes, paper towels, wrapping paper, and colored photographs and maps. Currently, all high-grade white paper that is generated is voluntarily recycled.

Cardboard This paper waste stream, defined as old corrugated cardboard (OCC), is a multi-layer paperboard with an inner layer of fluted paper used primarily for shipping supplies. Cardboard cartons and boxes are primarily generated at Buildings 28, 29, and 236. APAFR does not currently operate a commissary, hospital, base exchange, etc., that would generate large quantities of cardboard. The volume of OCC generated at APAFR over a six-month period was estimated at 3 tons, so APAFR is exempt from the mandatory OCC recycling requirement (over 10 tons/month). Currently, cardboard products are voluntarily recycled.

Transport and Disposal Methods Republic Services

Plastics

Plastics are generated from operations at Buildings 28, 29, 45, and 236.

Reduction Methods N/A Management Methods N/A Transport and Disposal Methods Republic Services

Wood

Target Maintenance is the primary generator of wood products. Some wood debris (framing lumber and plywood) is generated from building and maintaining targets on the active ranges. Other wood debris, such as ammunition storage boxes, may be generated during military training exercises. Excess wood materials are collected and placed in the designated C&D dumpster located in the vicinity of Building 28. Tree cutting and clearing and wood pallets that are no longer usable also produce a limited amount of wood.

Reduction Methods N/A Management Methods Wood materials are not recycled at APAFR due to limited renovation and very limited new construction of support facilities at this time. Excess wood materials are collected and placed in the designated C&D dumpster located in the vicinity of Building 28. As noted, APAFR does not operate a commissary, family housing, or other support facilities that typically generate large quantities of wood materials. Wood from clearing activities is burned.

Transport and Disposal Methods N/A

Metals

The two metal waste streams at APAFR consist of 1) scrap metal generated during either normal vehicle or facility maintenance activities or the target sanitizing process, and 2) depleted targets (sanitized vehicles, salvaged trucks, aircraft, tanks, and other military surplus equipment) that have been used on the active ranges for weapons training exercises.

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