Attachment_5_-_Integrated_Solid_Waste_Management_Plan.pdf

Columbus Air Force Base

Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan

Columbus AFB Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan

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Executive Summary

• Current Program Overview

The Columbus Air Force Base (AFB) solid waste management program is managed by the Civil Engineer Environmental Element (14 CES/CEIE). The primary goal of the program is to effectively manage municipal solid waste and construction and demolition waste generated at Columbus AFB in order to:

– Cost effectively 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 dumpsters and collection from commercial, institutional and industrial (CII) areas is provided by the solid waste contractor, Mississippi Industrial Waste Disposal (MISD). The following services are provided under the contract:

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

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

– Empty and dispose of construction and demolition debris and bulky wastes collected in roll-off containers.

Curbside solid waste collection is provided in MFH areas by Pinnacle Hunt Communities under a separate solid waste collection and disposal contract with Golden Triangle Waste Services.

o Source Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling

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

– Reusing serviceable wooden pallets; and,

– Reusing moving boxes.

Columbus AFB operates a Qualified Recycling Program for recycling materials generated on base and a Composting Facility for yard waste and wood waste.

Curbside recycling is provided in MFH areas by Pinnacle Hunt Communities under a separate recycling collection contract with Triangle Maintenance Service, LLC.

o Disposal

The following landfills are used by MIWD in support of the Columbus AFB solid waste contract:

MSW Disposal:

Golden Triangle Regional Landfill Municipal Solid Waste Permit SW0130010432 Owner/Operator: Golden Triangle Regional Solid Waste Management Authority 2505 Old West Point Road Starkville, MS 39759 Phone: 662-324-7566

C&D Waste Disposal:

Starkville Class I Rubbish Site Permit No. R1-021 Location: Rock Hill Road Owner/Operator: City of Starkville, MS Phone: 662-324-1180

• Status Towards Meeting Current Solid Waste Diversion Goals EO 13101 Greening the Government Through Waste Prevention, Recycling, and Federal Acquisition requires each agency to establish diversion goal. The Air Force set diversion goal at 40%.

In calendar year (CY) 2009, Columbus AFB achieved a total solid waste diversion rate of

40.00%. CY 2008 (41.75%)

• Program Highlights and Successes:

Columbus AFB has maintained a high diversion rate for municipal solid waste through recycling, composting, energy recovery and reuse while total municipal solid waste generation has decreased over the past two years.

• Program Issues and Current Planning Factors

Columbus AFB is continuously working to improve its solid waste diversion rate by improving the diversion, tracking and reporting of municipal solid waste as well as C&D debris disposal, recycling, and reuse. Due to the base’s geographical location, the availability of cost effective markets for some recyclable commodities is limited.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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. Mississippi State Requirements

3.4.2. Air Force Requirements

3.5. Operating Procedures and Plans

3.5.1. QRP Business Plan

3.5.2. Composting Facility Operations Plan

3.6. Evaluation and Audit

3.7. Programming and Budgeting

4. Resources

5. ISWMP Base Operations

5.1. Main Base

5.1.1. CII Areas Including Offices and Common Areas

5.2. SAC Lake and Recreation Areas

5.3. Vegetation and Food Waste

5.3.1. Composting

5.3.2. Grass Clippings and Branches

5.3.3. Food Waste

5.4. Other Diversion Technologies

5.4.1. Packaging

5.4.2. Pallets

5.4.3. Moving Boxes

6. Military Family Housing

6.1. Solid Waste Recycling and Disposal

6.2. Containers

6.3. Collection

6.4. Disposition

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 Appendix K: Solid Waste Dumpster Locations and Collection Schedule Appendix L: Composting Facility Operations Plan Appendix M: Qualified Recycling Program Business Plan

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 BCE Base Civil Engineer C&D Construction and Demolition CE 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 HWMP Hazardous Waste Management Plan ISWM Integrated Solid Waste Management ISWMP Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan MDEQ Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality MFH Military Family Housing MIWD Mississippi Industrial Waste Disposal PCB Polychlorinated biphenyls POL Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants POV Privately Owned Vehicle QAP Quality Assurance Personnel 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.

14 CES/CEIE will be the OPR for this plan. ISWM plan must be approved and signed by a representative authorized to obligate the installation.

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. Civil Engineering (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, 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;

• Divert as much of the solid waste stream in the most cost-effective manner possible, keeping in mind the cost savings and cost avoidance from diverting solid waste from landfill disposal;

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

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

• 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)

• Unit Environmental Coordinator (UEC)

• Base Civil Engineer (BCE)

• 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

• Solid Waste Program 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.

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 (regulated), 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

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• 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 (regulated) 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 regulated 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 regulated 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 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

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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:

• 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.

• Surplus Material – A surplus material 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.

• 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.

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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.

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 QRP.

Information on the Qualified Recycling Program is provided in the QRP Business Plan, submitted under separate cover.

• DRMO - Government property may be turned into Base Supply to be sold via the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) scrap sales program with the proceeds being returned to the QRP. DRMO also manages the Used Oil Contract in which the proceeds are returned to the QRP.

• Contract Services - The base recycling contractor provides collection and recycling services for the base. The contractor collects white paper, mixed paper, cardboard, cans and plastic bottles.

2.2.4. Solid Waste Collection and Storage

Solid waste collection services for 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, DoDI 4715.4, as well as state and local requirements. (CAFBI 32-7080)

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• Installations, or their designated contractors, will ensure all permits are obtained, and perform any required maintenance inspections and notifications. QRP has Composting permit on file.

• 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.

• 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. 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 (e.g., paints, pesticides, solvents, adhesives, etc.)

Refer to the Hazardous Waste Management Plan (HWMP) or your Unit Environmental Coordinator for proper disposal procedures.

Call CEIE, 434-7353 for disposal

Fluorescent lamps Refer to the base policy letter for recycling.

Batteries Turn in to the Recycling Center

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Appliances (e.g., air conditioners, refrigerators, etc.)

Turn in to Base Supply

Used oil and antifreeze Collected for recycling/reuse at Auto Hobby shop.

Yard waste (e.g., limbs, branches, leaves, brush, etc.)

Turn in to the Columbus AFB Composting Facility

Electronics (Government Owned) Turn in to Base Supply for proper disposition through DRMO.

Electronics (personal owned) Turn in to Recycling Center Wood Pallets Turn in serviceable pallets to the Recycling

Center for reuse. Turn in broken pallets to the Composting Facility for mulching.

Scrap metal Turn in to the Recycling Center for recycling.

Aggregate, crushed rock, dirt etc. Stage at the Aggregate Yard for reuse

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

2.2.5. Solid Waste Disposal

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

MSW Disposal:

Golden Triangle Regional Landfill Municipal Solid Waste Permit SW0130010432 Owner/Operator: Golden Triangle Regional Solid Waste Management Authority 2505 Old West Point Road

Starkville Class I Rubbish Site Permit No. R1-021 Location: Rock Hill Road Owner/Operator: City of Starkville Phone: 662-324-1180

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). PCBs and asbestos are discussed in the HWMP and Asbestos Management Plan, respectively.

2.2.7. Management of Overseas Refuse

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(Does not currently apply to Columbus Air Force Base) 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.

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.

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• 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/Arbor Day, P2 fairs, and America Recycles Day

• Community Partnerships – Golden Triangle Planning and Development District

• School Outreach Programs

• Recycling Program Promotions

• 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.

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. Mississippi 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.

http://www.deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/page/SW_Home?OpenDocument http://www.deq.state.ms.us/newweb/MDEQRegulations.nsf?OpenDatabase http://www.deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/page/Recycling_AboutOurProgram?OpenDocument http://www.deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/page/Recycling_AboutOurProgram?OpenDocument

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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.

Retain records the management and distribution of recycling proceeds.

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.

3.5.2. Composting Facility Operations Plan

The Composting Facility Operations Plan provides guidance on facility management and operations including materials acceptance, storage, processing, recordkeeping, and reporting.

The Composting Facility Operations Plan is provided in Appendix L.

3.6. Evaluation and Audit

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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 solid waste and recycling contractor by the Quality Assurance Personnel (QAP) 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. Reference ESOH AFI 32-7045 or ESOHCAMP-Online website for more information. http://ecamp.ursokr.com/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.

Budgeting is based on a trend analysis of solid waste disposal from previous years.

4. Resources

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

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

5.1. Main Base

Solid waste collection and disposal from CII areas including offices and common areas is provided by the solid waste contractor, Mississippi Industrial Waste Disposal. Recycling pick-ups and Columbus AFB Recycling Center operations are provided under a separate contract with Mississippi Industrial Waste Disposal. A drop-off area for recyclables is also available at the Recycling Center.

5.1.1. CII Areas Including Offices and Common Areas

5.1.1.1. Solid Waste Disposal

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

http://ecamp.ursokr.com/ecamp

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5.1.1.2. Containers and Collection

Government furnished containers for refuse collection consist primarily of 8-cubic yard dumpsters located at collection stations around the CII facilities at Columbus AFB. 20- and 40-cubic yard roll-off containers are provided as needed for bulk waste collection and disposal. The locations of dumpsters and the service schedule for solid waste collection are provided in Appendix K.

5.1.1.3. Disposition

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

MSW Disposal:

Golden Triangle Regional Landfill (Municipal Solid Waste Permit SW0130010432) Owner/Operator: Golden Triangle Regional Solid Waste Management Authority 2505 Old West Point Road

Starkville Class I Rubbish Site (Permit No. R1-021) Location: Rock Hill Road Owner/Operator: City of Starkville Phone: 662-324-1180

5.1.1.4. Solid Waste Recycling

The Columbus AFB Recycling Center, located at Building 151, operates as a QRP and collects, processes, and sells recyclable materials generated by CII facilities. The base recycling contractor, Mississippi Industrial Waste Disposal, collects recyclables desk-side from CII areas, collects cardboard from cardboard collection containers located throughout the base, and processes recyclables for direct sales.

Used and scrap government property items such as furniture, 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.

5.2. SAC Lake and Recreation Areas

The solid waste contractor provides for the collection and disposal of solid waste from government-furnished 35-gallon collection containers located at SAC Lake and other recreational and common areas at Columbus AFB. The locations of litter containers and the collection schedule are provided in Appendix K.

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5.3. Vegetation and Food Waste

5.3.1. Composting

The Columbus AFB Composting Facility operates under a Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Certificate of Coverage No. C1-010 under the statewide general Permit SWGP-C1 for the operation of a composting facility. Materials composted or mulched at the facility include yard wastes, vegetative land-clearing debris, leaves, limbs, and untreated and uncontaminated wood wastes including wood chips, shavings and sawdust. Finished compost and mulch from the facility are provided free of charge for use on base. The Composting Facility Operations Plan is provided in Appendix L.

5.3.2. Grass Clippings and Branches

Grass clippings are mulch mowed in place. Branches, limbs, leaves, and other yard wastes are transported to the Composting Facility located on Perimeter Road. In the fall, leaves are vacuum-mowed and transported to the Compost Facility.

5.3.3. Food Waste

The base solid waste contractor provides solid waste containers and wet garbage collection and disposal services for dining and food service facilities at Columbus AFB. The collection frequency for each facility is shown in Appendix K.

Used grease, bones and fat are collected from food service facilities for recycling by separate contractors.

5.4. Other Diversion Technologies

5.4.1. Packaging

Packaging materials are reused whenever possible.

5.4.2. Pallets

Serviceable wooden pallets are collected and stored at the Recycling Center for reuse on-base by any operation/facility

5.4.3. Moving Boxes

Moving boxes are collected for free issue for reuse at the Recycling Center.

6. Military Family Housing

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There are approximately 453 privatized Military Family Housing (MFH) units present construction at Columbus AFB. There is no non-privatized Military Family Housing at Columbus AFB.

6.1. Solid Waste Recycling and Disposal

Solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services are provided by the privatized MFH solid waste contractor, Triangle Maintenance, under a separate contract. The Landings at Columbus Management Office provides residents with information on refuse collection and disposal and curbside recycling.

6.2. Containers

Trash containers are provided to each residence by the MFH solid waste contractor. MFH solid waste is managed by Pinnacle-Hunt.

What to Recycle:

• The Landings at Columbus Management Office provides residents with information on materials for curbside recycling.

• See Appendix D for items accepted by the base Recycling Center for recycling.

6.3. Collection

MFH is managed by Pinnacle-Hunt. Refuse, bulk trash, and recyclables are collected curbside by the MFH solid waste contractor provided by Pinnacle-Hunt. Trash containers and recycling bins will be provided to each residence. Trash, bulk trash, and recycling will be picked up on Wednesdays. Trash containers must be covered and stored in the designated location, or an area outside of public view. Containers may be placed out for pick up no earlier than 1800 hours on Tuesday evening. Containers must be removed from the curb and returned to the storage area after pick up no later than Wednesday evening. Bulk items should not be stored outside the home or at the curb; place bulk items outside on Tuesday evening only.

6.4. Disposition

The MFH solid waste contractor is responsible for MFH waste disposal.