Keesler AETC ISWMP Draft May09.pdf

Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi

Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan

Air Education and Training Command

DRAFT

Date: June 2009

Keesler AFB Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan

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Approval Authority

Approval for implementation of this plan is authorized by the undersigned.

Commander, Date Approved

Record of Annual Review

Date Reviewed

Date Reviewed

Date Reviewed

Date Reviewed

Date Reviewed

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Executive Summary

• Current Program Overview

The Keesler Air Force Base (AFB) solid waste management program is managed by the Base Operating Support (BOS) civil engineering support services contractor. The primary goal of the program is to effectively manage municipal solid waste and construction and demolition waste generated at Keesler AFB in order to:

– Reuse or recycle materials to the maximum extent possible in order to meet solid waste diversion goals;

– Protect human health and the environment; and,

– Comply with applicable Federal, state, local and Air Force regulatory requirements.

• Solid Waste Collection

Solid waste collection from both military family housing (MFH) areas and commercial, institutional and industrial (CII) areas is provided by the solid waste contractor, Perry Management Corporation. Curbside collection is provided in MFH areas and dumpsters are provided in CII areas for solid waste disposal. Under the contract, Perry Management Corporation provides the following services:

– Collection of refuse and recyclables from MFH areas.

– Furnish, maintain, and empty dumpsters located in CII areas of the main base.

– Disposal of refuse collected from MFH and CII areas throughout the main base.

– Empty street cans located in common areas throughout the base.

– Furnish, empty and dispose of wet garbage from dining facilities.

– Empty and dispose of bulky wastes collected in roll-off containers located in the

“pit” (aggregate yard south of M Street).

o Source Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling

Keesler AFB uses source reduction, reuse, and recycling to reduce the quantity of wastes generated and to divert materials from disposal. Methods used for source reduction and reuse include:

– Double-sided copying;

– Reusing furniture at the “Last Look” Area in at the Recycling Center;

– Reusing household items through the Airman’s Attic and Thrift Shop;

– Reusing bread trays, milk crates, and soda crates delivered to dining facilities; and

– Reusing empty and serviceable containers, wooden crates, and pallets.

Keesler AFB operates a Qualified Recycling Program for recycling materials generated on base. Curbside recycling is provided in MFH areas by the solid waste contractor, Perry Management Corporation.

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The following landfills and recycle centers are used by Perry Management Corporation in support of the Keesler AFB solid waste contract:

– Pecan Grove Sanitary Landfill (Sanitary Waste Landfill) 9685 Firetower Road Pass Christian, MS Phone: 228-255-5553

– Coastal Recyclers (Construction and Debris Landfill) 14339 Hudson Krohn Road Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-0690

– BFI-Gulf Pines Landfill (Transfer Station) 14545 Hudson Krohn Road Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-3388

– BFI-Gulf Pines Recycling Center (MFH recyclables) 14545 Hudson Krohn Road Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-3388

• Status Towards Meeting Current Solid Waste Diversion Goals

In 2008, Keesler AFB achieved a total solid waste diversion rate of 92.33%. The diversion rate for construction and demolition waste was 99.81% in 2008, and the diversion rate for municipal solid waste generated from MFH and CII areas was 19.17% in 2008.

• Program Highlights and Successes:

Keesler AFB is nearing the end of major rebuilding following the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Current construction projects include a MFH project for 1,028 new units, a new Base Exchange (BX) and Commissary shopping facility, a new central energy plant and addition to Keesler Medical Center, a new 67,346-square-foot recreation and events center, a new fire crash rescue facility, a new postal center, a new training aids facility, and a new 224-room student dormitory. Although construction and demolition projects generated over 66,575 tons of waste in 2008, only 126 tons were disposed, and Keesler AFB achieved a 99.81% diversion rate for construction and demolition waste.

• Program Issues and Current Planning Factors

Keesler AFB is working to improve its municipal solid waste diversion rate by increasing the quantity and type of materials handled by its Qualified Recycling Program.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Record of Annual Review................................................................................................................ i Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................... iii 1 Introduction

1.1 Purpose

1.2 Policy

1.3 Solid Waste Management Goals

1.4 Roles and Responsibilities

1.5 Regulatory Requirements for Solid Waste Management

2 Solid Waste Management

2.1 Solid Waste Generation

2.2 Solid Waste Management Methods

2.2.1 Source Reduction

2.2.2 Reuse

2.2.3 Recycling

2.2.4 Solid Waste Collection and Storage

2.2.5 Solid Waste Disposal

2.2.6 Management of Industrial Solid Waste

2.2.7 Management of Overseas Refuse

2.2.8 Management of C&D Debris

3 Program Management

3.1 Training

3.2 Health and Safety

3.3 Community Education and Outreach

3.4 Recordkeeping and Reporting

3.4.1 State Requirements

3.4.2 Air Force Requirements

3.5 Operating Procedures and Plans

3.5.1 QRP Business Plan

3.6 Evaluation and Audit

3.7 Programming and Budgeting

4 Resources 5 ISWMP Business Plan

5.1 Military Family Housing

5.1.1 Privatized

5.1.2 Non-Privatized

5.2 Main Base

5.2.1 CII Areas Including Offices and Common Areas

5.3 Fam Camp

5.4 Vegetation and Food Waste

5.4.1 Composting

5.4.2 Grass Clippings and Branches

5.4.3 Food Waste

5.5 Other Diversion Technologies

5.5.1 Packaging

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5.5.2 Pallets

5.5.3 Moving Boxes

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: Military Family Housing Units Table 2: MFH Solid Waste and Recyclables Collection Schedule Table 3: Solid Waste Dumpster Locations and Collection Schedule

LIST OF APPENDICES

Appendix A: Roles and Responsibilities Appendix B: Solid Waste Management Laws, Regulations, and Policies Appendix C: Solid Waste Generation, Disposal, and Diversion Data Appendix D: Materials Recycled and Reused Appendix E: Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Management Appendix F: Training Requirements and Resources Appendix G: Community Education and Outreach Materials Appendix H: Summary of Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements Appendix I: Plan Implementation Appendix J: Solid Waste Management Resources

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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

AAFES Army Air Force Exchange Service AETC Air Education and Training Command AFB Air Force Base AFI Air Force Instruction AFJI Air Force Joint Instruction ANSI American National Standards Institute BOS Base Operating Support C&D Construction and Demolition CE Base Civil Engineer CFR Code of Federal Regulations CII Commercial/Institutional/Industrial CY Calendar Year DFAS Defense Finance and Accounting Service DLA Defense Logistics Agency DoD Department of Defense DoDI Department of Defense Instruction DRMO Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office DRMS Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service ESOHC Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health Council FY Fiscal Year HHW Household Hazardous Waste ISWM Integrated Solid Waste Management ISWMP Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan MFH Military Family Housing PCB Polychlorinated biphenyls POL Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants POV Privately Owned Vehicle QAE Quality Assurance Evaluator QRP Qualified Recycling Program USAF United States Air Force

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1 Introduction

Integrated solid waste management (ISWM) is designed to reduce the waste stream by reducing the amount of waste generated at the source, then by reusing and recycling materials to further reduce the amount of waste disposed of in the landfill. Air Force Instruction (AFI) 32-7042 requires installations implement ISWM in the most cost effective manner possible while meeting all applicable Air Force, Department of Defense (DoD), Federal, state, and local requirements.

1.1 Purpose

AFI 32-7042 requires installations develop and implement an Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP). This ISWMP contains guidance for managing municipal solid waste, compostable materials, construction and demolition (C&D) debris, and industrial solid waste to ensure compliance with applicable requirements for solid waste disposal, waste minimization, recycling, and reuse. The Base Civil Engineer (CE) is the installation commander's organization for ensuring that solid waste management processes are in compliance with all applicable DoD, Federal, state, interstate, and local environmental requirements and is responsible for preparing and maintaining this ISWMP.

1.2 Policy

The base will make every possible effort to divert solid waste and C&D debris from landfills or incinerators through reuse, donation, recycling, composting, mulching, or other waste diversion activities to reduce both the volume of solid waste disposed and overall cost of managing solid waste.

ISWM will be implemented in the most cost effective manner possible while meeting all applicable Air Force, DoD, Federal, state, and local waste diversion and recycling requirements.

1.3 Solid Waste Management Goals

The base goals for solid waste management are to:

• Continuously reduce the quantity of non-hazardous solid waste generated and increase the percentage of non-hazardous solid waste diverted from disposal facilities to help meet established solid waste diversion goals;

• Increase the economic benefit of solid waste management;

• Maintain compliance with applicable Air Force, DoD, Federal, state, and local solid waste management requirements;

• Increase participation in the Base Recycling Program and maximize solid waste diversion through recycling;

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• Promote source reduction and reuse practices to reduce waste generation; and,

• Promote environmentally preferable procurement to close the recycling loop.

1.4 Roles and Responsibilities

The following organizations and individuals are tasked under this ISWMP. Their roles and responsibilities are listed in Appendix A.

• Base Commander

• Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health Council (ESOHC)

• Base Civil Engineer

• Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO)

• Base Contracting

• Public Affairs Office

• Staff Judge Advocate

• All Installation Organizations, Units, and Tenant Activities

• Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) Manager

• Recycling Manager

1.5 Regulatory Requirements for Solid Waste Management

There are many regulatory requirements that impact the management and disposal of solid waste.

These include Federal laws and regulations; Executive Orders; state laws and regulations; local ordinances and regulations; DoD directives, instructions, and policy memoranda; and Air Force instructions and policies. Appendix B provides information on applicable requirements for managing solid waste.

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2 Solid Waste Management

A summary of the types of solid waste generated by base organizations and activities and how these wastes are managed is provided in the following two sections.

2.1 Solid Waste Generation

The generators of solid waste at the base include the following categories: residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial (non-hazardous), construction and demolition debris, and special wastes.

• Residential Waste – Residential waste includes wastes generated from single and multi-family dwellings, single quarters, and temporary lodging and quarters. Wastes generated include typical household garbage, paper, glass, metal, plastics, food wastes, bulky items, furniture, and yard waste.

• Commercial/Institutional/Industrial (CII) Waste – Commercial and institutional wastes are generated from administrative offices, warehouses, training facilities, schools, medical facilities (not including regulated medical wastes), recreation facilities, retail/commercial establishments, base exchanges, commissary, and food service operations. Typical wastes include paper, food wastes, cardboard, clothing and textiles, furniture, and packing materials. Industrial wastes (non-hazardous) are generated at facilities conducting industrial operations and manufacturing processes. Operational and industrial areas include facility and equipment maintenance shops, vehicle and aircraft maintenance shops, motor pools, materiel receiving and issue facilities, and warehouses.

Solid wastes generated from these areas include cardboard, scrap metal, wood pallets, paper, and packing materials.

• Construction and Demolition Waste – Construction and demolition (C&D) wastes are generated from the demolition of old buildings and structures, construction of new buildings and structures, and renovations of existing structures. The quantities of C&D wastes generated fluctuates annually depending on the amount of construction, renovation, and demolition occurring. Typical wastes include lumber, timber, reinforcing steel, pipes, wires, concrete, brick, plaster, metal, wall-board, roofing, insulation materials, and asphalt.

• Special Waste – Some CII activities on the installation generate some special types of non-hazardous solid waste that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash. Examples of these special wastes include used oil; used antifreeze; petroleum, oil and lubricant (POL)-contaminated soil and used absorbents with petroleum products; tires; batteries; used cooking grease; used fluorescent bulbs; used toner cartridges; and non-hazardous medical wastes.

Total solid waste generation includes the quantity of solid waste disposed and the quantity wastes diverted through recovery, recycling, and reuse. Appendix C contains a summary of

June 2009 4 annual solid waste generation, disposal, and diversion data. Information on the base’s recordkeeping and reporting of solid waste and recycling quantities is provided in Section 3.4 of this Plan.

2.2 Solid Waste Management Methods

The methods for solid waste management follow the pollution prevention concept of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and then Dispose as a last option”. This means first reducing waste at the source, thereby avoiding the need for disposal. When source reduction cannot be done, then reuse and recycling are used. Treatment and disposal are the least desirable options and are the last options when source reduction, reuse, and recycling are not possible.

2.2.1 Source Reduction

Source reduction; or waste prevention, means using less material whenever possible. Source reduction methods help to prevent waste in the first place – before recycling. Source reduction methods include reusing materials instead of throwing them away and using best management practices (BMP) that generate less waste.

• Best Management Practices – The base supports and encourages the following management practices to reduce the amount of waste generated:

o Using e-mail and voice mail in place of written memos whenever practical.

o Saving e-mail messages to files in lieu of printing.

o Eliminating stockpiling materials and ordering only what is needed.

o Saving binders for reuse.

o Sending mail in reusable envelopes.

o Reusing file folders (using stick-on labels).

o Purchasing reusable coffee mugs instead of Styrofoam or paper cups.

o Using routing slips in place of multiple copies.

o Using old documents for scratch paper.

o Using less paper by condensing pages with word processing features.

o Participating in toner cartridge recycling programs.

o Making double-sided copies.

o Providing proper maintenance for copiers and printers.

o Returning or reusing pallets.

o Using “print view” options to reduce printing mistakes and paper waste.

o Setting printer default to print on both sides (duplex printing).

o Choosing products packaged with less waste and requesting reduced packaging from suppliers.

o Purchasing items in bulk and concentrated products.

2.2.2 Reuse

Reuse means using materials again without changing their form either for their original intended purpose or for another related purpose. Methods for reusing materials include the following:

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• Packaging Reuse - Each activity which routinely receives shipments should identify a packaging material reuse area, within the limits of available space. Styrofoam peanuts, bubble wrap, salvageable cardboard boxes, pallets, and other packaging material should be stored for future use.

• Waste Exchange – A waste exchange program is a good way to increase reuse of materials. Activities generating potentially reusable items advertise excess materials through electronic bulletin boards, newsletters, or other methods so they may be reused by other activities.

• HazMart free re-issue – Hazardous materials that are no longer needed, expired, unused or partially used, and uncontaminated could possibly be used for other non-technical processes, and excess can be redistributed to customers via the free re-issue program.

Contact the HazMart Pharmacy for information.

• Deconstruction - Deconstruction is the systematic disassembly of buildings in order to salvage as much material as possible. The recovered materials are then reused in new construction and renovation projects or for remanufacture. Items that cannot be reused are recycled; such as by turning damaged wood into mulch or cement foundations into aggregate for new foundations and sidewalks.

• Thrift Store and Airman’s Attic – Rather than dispose of used household goods, clothing, and toys, personnel can donate their used items to the Thrift Store and Airman’s Attic for reuse.

2.2.3 Recycling

The recycling program is an important part of the ISWM program. Diverting solid waste from the landfill by recycling is necessary in order for the base to meet its solid waste diversion goals, and the base strives to divert as much of the solid waste stream as is economically feasible, keeping in mind the cost savings and cost avoidance from diverting solid waste from landfill disposal.

Depending on the amount of waste generated, installations are required by Federal recycling regulations (40 CFR 246) to recycle high-grade paper, newspapers, and corrugated cardboard.

• Office facilities of over 100 office workers are required to recover high-grade paper and the high-grade paper must be:

o separated out at the source of generation, o separately collected, and o sold for recycling.

• Facilities at which more than 500 families reside are required to recycle newspapers and the newspapers must be:

o separated out at the source of generation, o separately collected, and o sold for recycling.

• Facilities generating 10 tons or more of waste corrugated containers per month are required to:

o segregate/separately collect the containers for recycling or o use the containers as an alternative energy resource.

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DoD and AF policies and instructions encourage cost-effective recycling other non-hazardous solid waste materials such as, but not limited to, metals, plastic, glass, used oil, tires and batteries.

Opportunity assessments of the solid waste stream are conducted to identify potential opportunities for source reduction and additional recyclable materials. The types of materials and specials wastes diverted through recycling and reuse are listed in Appendix D.

Recycling is provided through the following:

• Qualified Recycling Program – Since the base collects, processes, and sells recyclable materials directly and retains the proceeds, it operates the recycling program as a Qualified Recycling Program (QRP). Information on the QRP is provided in the QRP Business Plan, submitted under separate cover.

• DRMO – Recyclables may be turned into DRMO to be sold via the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) scrap sales program with the proceeds being returned to the QRP.

• Contract Services – The base solid waste contractor provides collection and recycling of materials for the military family housing (MFH) areas.

2.2.4 Solid Waste Collection and Storage

Solid waste collection services for both military family housing and operational and administrative areas are provided by a solid waste collection contractor.

• Installations will ensure that receptacles, collection routes, collection schedules, and collection equipment (trucks/trailers) meet 40 CFR §243, Guidelines for the Storage and Collection of Residential, Commercial and Institutional Solid Waste, Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 4715.4, as well as state and local requirements.

• Installations, or their designated contractors, will ensure all permits needed for solid waste, material recovery facilities and composting handling, storage, and collection facilities (including solid waste transfer facilities) are obtained, and perform any required maintenance inspections and notifications.

• Solid waste and composting collection equipment must meet the standards of the

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) in addition to 40 CFR §243 and DoDI

4715.4 requirements.

• The installation commander can select military personnel, civilian personnel, or contractors as recycling or composting collection personnel. When a contractor is used to collect recyclables or compostable materials, the contractor’s statement of where to place the materials and the timing of when the materials will be picked-up must meet all applicable DoD, Federal, state, and local requirements.

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• Installations will ensure all scrap metals, instruments, and related recyclable materials sold, or disposed, by direct contract in lieu of processing through the DRMO are considered for radiation survey prior to release from the installation.

2.2.4.1 Military Family Housing Areas

Do's and Don'ts for Residential Trash Carts Use:

• DO:

o Place all trash in the cart.

o Keep the lid closed.

o Place the cart as close as possible to the curb on collection day and return it to the house when empty.

o Carefully read instructions for collection day scheduled for your neighborhood.

o Pull the cart ... it's easier than pushing.

o Notify your collection service if your cart is damaged or stolen or if you have any questions.

• DON'T:

o Put hazardous waste, paint cans, etc., in the cart.

o Put construction debris in the cart.

o Put hot ashes in the cart.

o Overfill the cart or pack trash in too tightly.

o Paint or write on the cart.

o Remove the cart from your residence.

What to Recycle:

• All metals

• Food and beverage cans

• Telephone books

• Plastic bottles (code 1 & 2)

• Newspapers (and all inserts)

• Magazines

• Brown paper bags

• Office paper (loose and shredded)

• Glass bottles and jars

• Cardboard

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The following items are NOT allowed in your normal household trash.

What do I do with? Properly dispose of by:

Household hazardous wastes (includes materials such as paints and solvents, lawn care chemicals, household cleaning and maintenance products, pool chemicals, craft and hobby supplies, automotive products, batteries, thermometers, lead solder, and fluorescent lamps and bulbs)

Turn in during the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Turn-in event sponsored by the base environmental office which is held twice a year normally in April and September. Notice of these events is published in the Keesler News prior to the event.

Harrison County also accepts HHW, including e-waste (electronics) such as computers, cell phones, telephones, televisions, on the second Saturday of every month from 0800 until 1200 at 10076 Lorraine Road next to the Sheriff’s Department. Call 228-214-1405 for information.

Yard waste (grass, leaves, lawn cuttings, and clippings from trees and shrubs)

The refuse contractor will pick up yard waste on normal collection days. Grass, leaves, and lawn cuttings must be in tied bags and placed at curbside. Clippings from trees and shrubs should be piled at curbside. Burning of leaves and refuse is not allowed.

Used motor oil, antifreeze, transmission and brake fluids from privately owned vehicles (POVs)

Turn in at the Auto Hobby Shop (377-3872)

Automotive tires from POVs Leave old tires with the retailer who sells and/or installs the new one on your vehicle.

Call 228-868-8752 for your nearest scrap tire disposal site in Harrison County.

Lead acid batteries from POVs Leave old lead acid batteries with the retailer who sells and/or installs the new one on your vehicle. Advance Auto Parts will take your old lead acid batteries at no charge without the purchase of a new one. Autozone, NAPA and Wal-Mart will take your old battery with the purchase of a new battery.

Appliances and white goods (e.g., air conditioners, stoves, refrigerators, etc.)

Contact the HW Manager at 377-3004.

Ammunition or explosive wastes Contact the HW Manager at 377-3004.

Needles, syringes, or medical waste Contact the HW Manager at 377-3004.

Radioactive wastes Contact the HW Manager at 377-3004.

Any wastes generated by any business or base work area

Contact the HW Manager at 377-3004.

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2.2.4.2 Operational and Administrative Areas

Do's and Don'ts for Dumpster Use:

• DO:

o Place all trash inside the dumpster.

o Keep the lid and side sliding doors closed.

o Carefully read instructions for collection day scheduled for your facility.

o Notify your collection service if you have any questions.

• DON'T:

o Put hazardous waste, paint cans, used oil, cooking grease, etc., in the dumpster.

o Put construction debris in the dumpster.

o Put hot ashes in the dumpster.

o Overfill the dumpster.

o Put trash on top of or beside the dumpster.

o Paint or write on the cart.

o Park in front of or block access to the dumpster.

The following items are NOT allowed in the normal trash dumpsters:

What do I do with? Properly dispose of by:

Hazardous wastes Contact your Unit Environmental Coordinator Fluorescent lamps Contact your Unit Environmental Coordinator Vehicle and equipment batteries Contact your Unit Environmental Coordinator Tires and rims, vehicle parts Turn in to DRMO or to the Recycling Center Appliances (e.g., air conditioners, refrigerators, etc.)

Turn in to DRMO or to the Recycling Center

Yard waste Dispose of in roll-off containers provided at the “pit” (aggregate yard located south of M Street).

Asbestos containing materials Contact your Unit Environmental Coordinator Electronics Turn in to DRMO or to the Recycling Center Liquid paint, solvents, and adhesives Contact your Unit Environmental Coordinator Pesticides Contact your Unit Environmental Coordinator Office furniture and bulky items Turn in to the Recycle Center.

Cement rocks and bricks Dispose of in roll-off containers provided at the

“pit” (aggregate yard located south of M Street).

See Appendix D for a list of materials that are recycled and how to recycle them.

2.2.5 Solid Waste Disposal

Keesler AFB does not operate an on-site landfill. MSW and C&D waste disposal is provided by the following local and regional landfills:

Pecan Grove Sanitary Landfill (Sanitary Waste Landfill) Owner/Operator: Waste Management of Mississippi, Inc.

Permit Number SW02401A0400

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9685 Firetower Road Pass Christian, MS Phone: 228-255-5553

Coastal Recyclers (Construction and Debris Landfill) 14339 Hudson Krohn Road Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-0690

BFI-Gulf Pines Landfill (Transfer Station) Owner/Operator: BFI Transfer Systems of Miss. LLC Permit Number SW0240060455 14545 Hudson Krohn Road

2.2.6 Management of Industrial Solid Waste

Hazardous waste and most special solid wastes are managed in accordance with the Hazardous Waste Management Plan (HWMP). Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) and asbestos wastes are discussed in the HWMP and Asbestos Management Plan, respectively.

2.2.7 Management of Overseas Refuse

All solid waste originating from outside the United States must be segregated and disposed of in accordance with Air Force Joint Instruction (AFJI) 48-104, Quarantine Regulations of the Armed Forces, paragraph 1.14. This includes things that were not a waste at the point of embarkation but became a waste en route to the United States, e.g. flight meals. Garbage containing foreign food wastes is regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and must be placed in leak proof, covered containers and disposed of following port procedures authorized by, or under surveillance of, a U.S. Department of Agriculture representative.

2.2.8 Management of C&D Debris

C&D debris is material produced during the construction, renovation, demolition, or deconstruction of structures which includes residential and commercial buildings and their infrastructure. C&D debris typically includes concrete, wood, metals, gypsum wallboard, insulation materials, asphalt, masonry, brick, roofing material, pipe, wire, rock, rubble, soil, paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, carpet, padding, and related equipment and/or fixtures. C&D debris is managed to minimize the amount disposed and to promote more efficient use of construction materials. The C&D management plan is provided in Appendix E.

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3 Program Management

3.1 Training

Proper training is needed for the success and safety of solid waste management and recycling programs. DODI 4715.10 Environmental Education, Training and Career Development implements policy and provides the procedures for environmental education, training, and career development programs for DoD personnel. The base ensures all personnel complete the required education, training, and certification needed for their jobs. Additional training in solid waste topics may also be provided to personnel.

Methods used for training may include formal training courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, distance learning, video-based training, web-based and computer-based training. A summary of training requirements and resources is provided in Appendix F.

3.2 Health and Safety

Training in health and safety topics such as safety hazard identification, personal protection, and fire prevention is provided to all personnel assigned to solid waste handling and management. In addition, operating procedures for all solid waste facilities, equipment, and operations include health and safety requirements to ensure all solid waste activities are performed in a safe manner to prevent injuries and accidents.

• Supervisors will ensure solid waste employees, both government and contract, have proper training and comply with safety requirements.

• Health and safety procedures are communicated to all employees and all operating procedures include regular safety inspections and reviews.

• Operating procedures are reviewed at least annually to ensure compliance with safety standards.

3.3 Community Education and Outreach

Community education and outreach are an integral part of the ISWM Program and are particularly important for the success of the Recycling Program. Community education and outreach methods that support the solid waste program include the following:

• Community Events – (Earth Day, P2 fairs, and America Recycles Day)

• Community Partnerships

• School Outreach Programs

• Recycling Program Promotion

• Media Information – (Coordination with the Public Affairs Office)

• Publications – Publications, visual reminders to recycle, and signs on waste and recyclable containers stating acceptable items are crucial to compliance with solid waste regulations and recycling procedures

• Public Meetings – The Base CE attends and/or sponsors public meetings regarding the solid waste management program, when situations warrant such concerns.

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Copies of community education and outreach materials are maintained in Appendix G.

3.4 Recordkeeping and Reporting

Records and reports on the solid waste management program are required by Federal and State laws, DoD and Air Force policies and regulations, operating permits and plans, contract service requirements, and program oversight and management practices. The Solid Waste Program Manager collects and manages solid waste program data and prepares required reports. A summary of recordkeeping and reporting requirements is provided in Appendix H.

3.4.1 State Requirements

Information on state solid waste management requirements can be found at the following web links.

• Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) Solid Waste Policy, Planning and Grants Branch -http://www.deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/page/SW_Home?OpenDocument

• MDEQ Non-Hazardous Waste Regulations -http://www.deq.state.ms.us/newweb/MDEQRegulations.nsf?OpenDatabase

• MDEQ Recycling and Solid Waste Reduction Program -http://www.deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/page/Recycling_AboutOurProgram?OpenDocum ent

3.4.2 Air Force Requirements

Maintain operating records IAW the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule.

Collect and maintain all solid waste diversion and disposal data and report upon request to AFCEE for compilation and ultimate submission for the Annual Report to Congress IAW 10 USC 2706(b) and EO 12856 Section 4-402.

Solid Waste contractors shall provide copies of weight certificates, shipping receipts, financial statements and all other related documentation for installation records reporting.

Retain the following documents for DRMO sales: DD Form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document; or approved local form, Standard Form 1080, Voucher for Transfers Between Appropriations and/or Funds; and copies of checks received for payment or funds transfers.

Retain the following documents for direct sales: quotation forms/invitation for proposal/invitation for bid, weight certificates, shipment receipts, cashier record, deposit record, check copy, and letters to buyers.

Retain records of operating and overhead costs. This should include, but is not limited to:

purchase of equipment, maintenance costs, program operations and expansion, labor costs, training, publicity, and overhead for processing recyclable materials.

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Retain records the management and distribution of recycling proceeds.

Owners or operators of MSW landfill (MSWLF) units must comply with the recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR §258.29, or the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule, whichever is more stringent.

A summary of recordkeeping and reporting requirements and current practices for solid waste management is provided in Appendix H.

3.5 Operating Procedures and Plans

Operating procedures and plans for solid waste management facilities and activities provide standardized guidance in sufficient detail for conducting day-to-day operations. Operating procedures and plans have been developed and implemented for the following solid waste activities.

3.5.1 QRP Business Plan

The QRP Business Plan provides guidance on facility management and operations including roles and responsibilities, marketing, quality control, financial management, and records management and is submitted under separate cover.

3.6 Evaluation and Audit

Evaluations and audits are used to ensure solid waste activities are properly managed and operated, are in compliance with regulations, and improvements or needs are identified and strategies are developed and implemented to address improvements and needs. These include:

• Audits and evaluations of the MSW solid waste contractor by the Quality Assurance Engineer (QAE) are performed to ensure performance of activities by the contractor meets contract requirements.

• Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Compliance Assessment and Management Program (ESOHCAMP) assessments provide a self-evaluation and program management system for assessing and monitoring compliance with environmental laws and regulations Refer to the ESOHCAMP-Online website for more information.

http://www.ecamp-online.net/ecamp/

• QRP Reviews

3.7 Programming and Budgeting

Programming and budgeting requirements for facilities, equipment, and manpower, including tipping fees and on-base landfill operations needed to comply with solid waste collection and disposal requirements are considered utility costs and not environmental compliance costs.

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4 Resources

Resources for the solid waste management program are provided in Appendix J.

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5 ISWMP Business Plan

In this section, actual base processes are described (how things are done) including recycling and solid waste storage, collection, and disposition.

5.1 Military Family Housing

There are 1,067 Military Family Housing (MFH) units present or currently under construction at Keesler AFB. The table below provides a summary of the current housing construction project.

Table 1: Military Family Housing Units Phase Neighborhood Number of Units Grade Assigned

Anticipated Start Date

Expected Early Delivery Date

I Thrower Park 236 JNCO Apr-07 Dec-07 (1st unit) II Northwest Falcon 138 JNOC Jun-07 Jun-08 III Bay Ridge phase I

(Arnold Circle, Lower portion of Curtis, Fechet, Harmon & Billy Mitchell, and Maltby Hall

206 SNCO,

CGO, FGO,

SOQ

Sep-07 Sep-08

IV East & West Falcon 352 JNCO Mar-08 Jan-09 V Bay Ridge phase II 135 E-9, CGO, FGO, SOQ, GOQ

Dec-08 Jan-10

Source: Military Family Housing Brochure, Housing Office, Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi.

5.1.1 Privatized

There is no privatized Military Family Housing at Keesler AFB.

5.1.2 Non-Privatized

All MFH units at Keesler AFB are non-privatized. Solid waste and recycling services in the MFH areas are provided by the solid waste contractor, Perry Management Corporation.

5.1.2.1 Solid Waste Recycling and Disposal

Collection and disposal of refuse and recyclable materials in the MFH areas is provided by a solid waste contractor. Upon move in, the Housing Office provides MFH residents with a copy of the Military Family Housing Brochure which contains information on refuse collection and disposal and curbside recycling.

MFH residents must place their trash and recyclable containers at curbside by 0500 on their designated pick-up day. Trash containers, recycle bins, or other debris must not be placed out

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5.1.2.2 Containers

Containers for trash and recyclables are furnished for family housing units by the solid waste contractor. Residents are responsible for cleaning the containers. MFH units are provided with 90-gallon refuse collection containers and 18-gallon recycling bins for commingled recyclables.

5.1.2.3 Collection

Curbside collection of refuse is provided two times per week in MFH areas, and curbside collection of recyclables is provided once per week. The following table provides the current collection frequency for housing areas.

Table 2: MFH Solid Waste and Recyclables Collection Schedule Housing Area Trash Collection Days Recyclables Collection Days Falcon Park Monday and Thursday Monday Thrower Park Monday and Thursday Monday Bay Ridge Tuesday and Friday Tuesday Pine Haven Tuesday and Friday Tuesday Source: Military Family Housing Brochure, Housing Office, Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi.

5.1.2.4 Disposition

The following local landfills, transfer stations, and recycling centers are used by the solid waste contractor for MFH waste disposal and recycling.

Pecan Grove Sanitary Landfill (Sanitary Waste Landfill) Owner/Operator: Waste Management of Mississippi, Inc.

Permit Number SW02401A0400 9685 Firetower Road Pass Christian, MS Phone: 228-255-5553

BFI-Gulf Pines Landfill (Transfer Station) Owner/Operator: BFI Transfer Systems of Miss. LLC Permit Number SW0240060455 14545 Hudson Krohn Road Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-3388

BFI-Gulf Pines Recycling Center (MFH recyclables) 14545 Hudson Krohn Road

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Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-3388

5.2 Main Base

Solid waste collection and disposal from CII areas including offices and common areas is provided by the solid waste contractor, Perry Management Corporation. Recycling pick-ups are provided by the Keesler AFB Recycling Center, and a drop-off area for recyclables is also available at the Recycling Center.

5.2.1 CII Areas Including Offices and Common Areas

5.2.1.1 Solid Waste Disposal

The solid waste contractor provides solid waste collection and disposal of solid wastes generated from CII facilities at Keesler AFB.

5.2.1.2 Containers and Collection

The solid waste contractor provides approximately 134 dumpsters for the collection and storage of solid waste from CII facilities at Keesler AFB. Roll-off containers are provided at the “pit”, the fenced aggregate yard area located south of M Street. The solid waste contractor also collects solid waste from street cans located in common areas throughout the base. The locations of dumpsters and the service schedule for solid waste collection are provided in Table 3.

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Table 3: Solid Waste Dumpster Locations and Collection Schedule

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Table 3: Solid Waste Dumpster Locations and Collection Schedule (continued)

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Table 3: Solid Waste Dumpster Locations and Collection Schedule (continued)

Source: Perry Management Corporation Monthly Service Detail, Keesler AFB

5.2.1.3 Disposition

The following local landfills and transfer stations are used by the solid waste contractor for waste disposal.

Pecan Grove Sanitary Landfill (Sanitary Waste Landfill) Owner/Operator: Waste Management of Mississippi, Inc.

Permit Number SW02401A0400 9685 Firetower Road Pass Christian, MS Phone: 228-255-5553

Coastal Recyclers (Construction and Debris Landfill) 14339 Hudson Krohn Road Biloxi, MS Phone: 228-392-0690

BFI-Gulf Pines Landfill (Transfer Station) Owner/Operator: BFI Transfer Systems of Miss. LLC Permit Number SW0240060455 14545 Hudson Krohn Road

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5.2.1.4 Solid Waste Recycling

The Keesler AFB Recycling Center, located at Building 4004, operates as a QRP and collects, processes, and sells recyclable materials generated by CII facilities. Recycling Center personnel collect paper and limited amounts of other recyclable materials from CII areas on a weekly basis.

The Recycling Center also accepts drop-offs of recyclables during operating hours, and maintains a 24/7 drop-off site with collection bins available for paper (all types), cardboard, glass (clear, brown, and green), aluminum cans, plastic, and scrap metal.

Recyclables such as spent brass and electronics may be turned into DRMO to be sold via the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) scrap sales program with the proceeds being returned to the QRP.

5.3 Fam Camp

Located approximately two miles from Keesler, adjacent to the Thrower Park housing area, the Fam Camp has 52 full service sites for rent. The Keesler AFB solid waste contractor provides solid waste containers and collection services at Fam Camp.

5.4 Vegetation and Food Waste

5.4.1 Composting

There is no composting at Keesler AFB.

5.4.2 Grass Clippings and Branches

The solid waste contractor picks up yard waste from MFH areas on normal collection days.

Grass clippings, leaves, and lawn cuttings must be in tied bags and placed at curbside, and clippings from trees and shrubs should be piled at curbside.

5.4.3 Food Waste

The Keesler AFB solid waste contractor provides solid waste containers and wet garbage collection and disposal services for dining and food service facilities at Keesler AFB. Wet garbage is collected and disposed of daily.

Used grease is collected from dining facilities by a separate contractor.

5.5 Other Diversion Technologies

5.5.1 Packaging

Packaging materials are reused whenever possible.

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5.5.2 Pallets

Serviceable wooden pallets and crates are turned in to the Recycling Center where they are stored for reuse.

5.5.3 Moving Boxes

Moving boxes are collected by the Recycling Center during residential “move-ins” by appointment.

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Appendix A – Roles and Responsibilities for Solid Waste Management

Base Commander

• Maintains responsibility for compliance with Federal, state, local, and Air Force laws and regulations for solid waste management.

• Oversees implementation of the ISWMP and ensures solid waste management issues receive appropriate Command attention and support.

• Ensures the policies and goals for solid waste management are implemented and attained.

• Provides command support for solid waste, recycling, and waste minimization programs and activities.

• Ensures that the proceeds from the QRP are used in accordance with all applicable regulations.

• Assigns QRP manager.

Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health Council (ESOHC)

• Coordinates solid waste quality reviews and resource management program corrective actions that require cross-functional review, deliberation, and approval.

• Conducts management reviews to ensure waste management goals are met, implementation and operation procedures are followed, and assessment findings are tracked and completed.

• Ensures program goals are appropriate and produce actions to provide necessary mission capability and capacity.

Base Civil Engineer

• Monitors the solid waste program and reviews and updates the ISWMP as required.

• Oversees solid waste management and operations.

• Identify and monitor responsibilities of providers of SWM services.

• Delegates the responsibility for handling, collection, disposal, and recycling of solid waste by the Base Commander.

• Ensure environmentally preferable purchasing and affirmative procurements are included in service and construction contracts.

• Ensure sufficient funding levels to comply with regulatory requirements and support waste reduction initiatives.

• Oversees the recycling program to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and increase operations and revenue.

• Program, budget, and support the resource requirements to manage the solid waste program, to comply with Federal, State, and Air Force regulations, and to achieve State and DoD waste reduction goals.

• Coordinates with Federal, state, and local authorities on solid waste management procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Reports to the ESOHC on a regular basis on issues related to solid waste management and recycling.

• Prepares and submits required reports on ISWM activities to the major command.

• Maintain ongoing liaison with Headquarters (HQ) AETC, USEPA, and state regulatory agencies about solid waste inspections, rule interpretation, and problem resolution.

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• Recommend changes in policies or procedures to improve program management when necessary.

• Maintain liaison with and request support from the major command on solid waste related issues.

• Implements education and outreach programs to promote source reduction and recycling programs.

Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO)

• Accepts materials excluded from the QRP for recycling or other disposal, deposits the recycling proceeds, if any, to the U.S. Treasury, and reports material sales data to the solid waste program manager within a required reporting time frame.

• Serves as local representative of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).

• Performs market research and sale of recyclable commodities.

• Advises generating activities on the required turn-in procedures, including packaging, labeling, and transporting of materials to facilitate sales and recycling.

• Assumes accountability for materials properly turned in for disposal, resale, or recycling.

• Periodically conducts sales, and/or make the DoD bidders list available to activities conducting direct sales of recyclables.

• Maintains records concerning types and quantities of materials turned in, and proceeds for various resale/recycling activities.

• Refunds proceeds from the sale of qualifying materials to the QRP fund.

Contracting

• Ensures all contracts for projects generating solid waste incorporate provisions for management, diversion, and minimization of project-generated solid waste.

• Ensures that all new contracts awarded include applicable green procurement requirements.

• Ensures that all personnel involved in the procurement process are aware of current green procurement policies and the laws that require affirmative procurement.

• Ensures compliance with the USEPA's comprehensive procurement guidelines.

• Ensures all new contracts, particularly construction and demolition contracts, include recycling clauses when feasible and cost advantageous to the government.

• Ensure all contracts for services include provisions requiring the process owner to comply with and report in accordance with the requirements of this ISWMP.

All Installation Organizations, Units, and Tenant Activities

• Coordinate with the installation environmental flight on all matters involving solid waste management, recycling, reuse, and green procurement.

• Ensure safe and effective solid waste management through the proper storage of solid waste and recyclables.

• Support the recycling program by identifying, collecting, separating, and removing contaminants from all potential recyclable materials.

• Reduce the amount of solid waste generated by procuring products with less or reusable packaging, buying only the amounts needed, investigating new recycling/reuse opportunities, and altering operations to reduce wastes (e.g., using double-sided copies).

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• Support recycling by buying items with recycled materials content.

Public Affairs Office

• Supports the commander in the release of timely and accurate solid waste information to the general public.

• Coordinates with CE prior to the release of information related to solid waste management and/or projects.

• Assists with solid waste incentive programs through the release of news articles and features.

Staff Judge Advocate

• Provides legal opinions and guidance on federal, state, local, and Air Force rules and regulations applicable to solid waste management.

• Monitors and ensures the ISWMP satisfies the applicable federal, state, local, and Air Force rules and regulations.

Qualified Recycling Program Manager

• Ensures solid wastes are properly collected, segregated, stored, recycled, treated, and disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations and monitors regulatory compliance.

• Ensures excluded materials are not sold through the QRP.

• Coordinates sales…