Example_Environmental_Protection_Plan.pdf

Environmental Protection Plan Page 1 Date Last Revised: 03 February 2010

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PLAN

FOR

CONTRACT #____________________

PROJECT NUMBER #__________________

As the representative of, , I, certify Company Name Name that the information provided is true and I agree to fully comply with this Environmental Protection Plan. Any discrepancies that may arise between the contract specifications and this plan will immediately be brought to the project’s Corps of Engineers Resident Engineer and the Environmental Office.

Date Signature, Title

Plan should be submitted to the appropriate Corps of Engineers Office who will forward to Fort Bragg, Directorate of Public Works, Environmental Compliance Branch Chief.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1-GENERAL

1.1 Introduction………………………………………………………………… 3

1.2 Quality Control…………………………………………………………….. 3

1.3 Knowledge of Environmental Requirements………………………………. 3

1.4 Contractor Compliance…………………………………………………….. 3

PART 2 – PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES

2.1 Air Quality Program……………………………………………………….. 7

2.2 Hazardous Waste/Materials………………………………………………... 8

2.3 Solid Waste Program………………………………………………………. 10

2.4 Asbestos and Lead Based Paint Program………………………………….. 14

2.5 Tanks/IRP/OWS Program………………………………………………….. 16

2.6 Pest Control Management Program………………………………………... 20

2.7 Water Program……………………………………………………………... 20

2.8 Natural Resources………………………………………………………….. 21

2.9 Land Resources…………………………………………………………….. 22

2.10 Cultural Resources Program………………………………………………... 24

2.11 Water Management Program……………………………………………….. 25

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 Submittals………………………………………………………………….. 27

3.2. Environmental Monitoring…………………………………………………. 27

3.3 Implementation…………………………………………………………….. 27

3.4 Notification………………………………………………………………… 27

3.5 Post-Construction Cleanup………………………………………………

3.6 Restoration of Damaged Landscape……………………………………….. 28

3.7 Maintenance of Pollution Control Facilities………………………………… 28

3.8 Training of Contractor Personnel in Pollution Control……………………... 29

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment 1: Environmental Points of Contact Attachment 2: Tree Replacement/Planting Values Policy Attachment 3: Stormwater Inspections for General Permit NCG01000 – Land Disturbing Activities

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PART 1-GENERAL

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This Environmental Protection Plan (EPP) specifies Contractor work practices to provide environmental pollution prevention and minimize damage to the environment as the result of construction, demolition, and renovation operations under this contract and for those measures set forth in other technical provisions of these specifications. Environmental pollution and damage to the environment is defined as the presence of chemical, physical, or biological elements or agents which adversely affect human health or welfare, unfavorably impacts ecosystems, or degrades the utility of the environment for aesthetic, cultural, and/or historical purposes. The control of environmental pollution and impacts requires consideration of the potential effects of an action upon air, water, and land resources, and includes management of visual aesthetics, natural and cultural resources, noise levels, solid waste, dust, hazardous waste, toxic waste, and radioactive materials, as well as other pollutants. This EPP is prepared in accordance with Army Regulation 200-1, Environmental Protection and Enhancement and with current federal, state and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution.

Adherence to the EPP is mandatory and it is required that all site workers read the plan prior to working on site. The Contractor is required to keep the EPP on-site at all times during construction, demolition, and renovation operations under this contract.

1.2 QUALITY CONTROL

The Contractor shall establish and maintain quality control for environmental protection of all items set forth herein. The Contractor shall immediately inform the Fort Bragg Directorate of Public Works-Environmental Compliance Branch (DPW-ECB) of any environmental problem(s).

1.3. KNOWLEDGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor is responsible for being knowledgeable of, and complying with, all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, permit requirements, and Army policy. Whenever there is a conflict among federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and permit requirements, the more restrictive provision shall apply.

1.4. CONTRACTOR COMPLIANCE

A. Permits

The Contractor shall comply with all requirements under the terms and conditions set forth in any and all permits issued for work under this project (or related projects) by any local, state or federal agency. (e.g., Fort Bragg Landfill Usage Permit, North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR), Erosion and Sedimentation Control Permit, Health Hazards Control Unit (HHCU) Asbestos Abatement Permit, 401 Water Quality Permit, Environmental Protection Plan Page 4

NCDENR Air Quality Permit, NCDENR Sanitary Sewer Permit, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Permit, etc.). Any changes to permits must be justified. Contractor must notify the Corps of Engineers (COE) who will coordinate with DPW-ECB for revisions.

B. Environmental Management System (EMS) Awareness

Fort Bragg is charged with the mission to mobilize and deploy America's contingency forces.

To support this critical mission, all military, civilian, and contracted personnel on Fort Bragg must comply with applicable laws and regulations while performing their duties in a manner that prevents pollution, conserves natural & cultural resources, and protects the environment. The Contractor shall perform work under this contract consistent with Fort Bragg’s environmental policy identified below.

The Right Way...

Obey environmental laws by being aware of Federal, State, and Fort Bragg environmental regulations.

The Green Way...

Practice pollution prevention by choosing actions to safeguard health, the environment, financial, and natural resources.

All the Way!

Keep improving by being aware of the long-term impacts of your actions and choosing to minimize them.

The Contractor shall perform work in a manner that conforms to all appropriate Environmental Management Programs and Operational Controls identified by Fort Bragg’s EMS, including pollution prevention, waste reduction, energy use, and natural resource protection. The Contractor shall provide monitoring and measurement information as necessary for the organization to address environmental performance relative to the environmental, energy, and transportation management goals. In addition, the Contractor shall advise their employees of their roles and responsibilities identified by the EMS and how these requirements affect their work performed under this contract.

While adhering to the contract limits, the responsibilities of all contractor personnel include, but are not limited to:

(1) Recycling all eligible material, including glass, paper (including magazines), plastic, aluminum, and cardboard to the maximum extent practicable;

(2) Reducing the amount of hazardous material and/or solvent used by purchasing fewer hazardous materials and by increasing the use of products with recycled content;

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(3) Reducing the amount of solid waste from construction and demolition debris, and scrap metal sent to Fort Bragg’s landfill by reducing, reusing, and recycling; and

(4) Conserving energy and water usage by turning off lights and equipment when not in use and using only the necessary amount of water needed to complete the required tasks.

Continuous conservation of our natural resources is a must.

(5) All contracted employees must be aware of all the environmental impacts associated with construction activities.

In the event of any environmental nonconformance or noncompliance associated with the contracted services, the contractor shall take corrective and/or preventative actions. In the event of any noncompliance with any federal, state, or local environmental law, regulation or requirement, the Contractor shall immediately respond by taking all appropriate corrective action and the COE shall notify the DPW-ECB.

The Contractor shall provide a statement on how Fort Bragg’s environmental policy will be supported during this contract.

C. Contacts with Regulators and Fines

The Contractor shall inform the COE Environmental Office, who will coordinate with DPW- ECB, of any contact with regulators, including copies of correspondence, site visits and inspections. If a permit requires mitigation, that mitigation shall be coordinated with the COE Environmental Office. The Contractor shall be liable for any costs, assessments, fines, legal fees, etc., that the Army may incur resulting from actions or responsibilities of the Contractor. Any and all new permits will be coordinated with the COE Environmental Office, who will in-turn, contact DPW-ECB. At no time will a Contractor send a permit application directly to any agency. A list of Environmental Points of Contacts is located in the EPP as Attachment 1 (DOC to include the applicable FAR reference for fines and legal fees).

D. Traffic and Work Zone Safety

The Contractor's attention is directed to the fact that many primary and secondary roads and bridges are posted with weight limits. The Contractor will not be allowed to exceed the posted weight limits in transporting equipment or debris. The Contractor should make a thorough examination of all maps and haul routes for this project.

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The Contractor shall utilize complete and proper traffic controls and traffic control devices during all phases of the project, if applicable. All traffic control and traffic control devices shall be functional and in place prior to the commencement of the project. Signs shall be removed during periods of inactivity. The Contractor is required to leave the project in a manner that will be safe to the traveling public and which will not impede motorists.

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations governing safety, health, and sanitation. The Contractor shall provide all safeguards, safety devices, and personal protective equipment, and any necessary actions to protect the life and health of employees on the job, the safety of the public, and to protect property in connection with the performance of the work covered by the contract.

E. Subcontractors

Assurance that subcontractors comply with the EPP will be the responsibility of the prime Contractor.

F. Contractor Information

Company Name: __________________________________________

The following person will be the primary contact for the COE Environmental Office.

Name Telephone Number

Please provide a short description of the project scope.

When completing this EPP, please answer all questions completely.

PART 2 – PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES

The environmental resources within the project boundaries and those affected outside the limits of work under this contract shall be protected during the entire period of this contract. The Contractor shall confine his activities to areas defined by the drawings and specifications. The

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Contractor shall comply with the following requirements of each environmental program identified.

2.1 AIR QUALITY PROGRAM

(1) The Contractor shall keep construction activities under surveillance, management, and control to minimize pollution of air resources. All activities, equipment, processes, and work operated or performed by the Contractor in accomplishing the specified construction shall be in strict accordance with State of North Carolina and federal emission and performance laws and standards. Ambient Air Quality Standards set by the NC Division of Air Quality (NCDAQ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shall be maintained for all construction operations and activities. The Contractor shall have sufficient functional equipment available to accomplish the task.

(2) Particulates: Dust particles, aerosols, and gaseous by-products and fumes from all construction activities and the processing and preparing of materials, such as from asphalt batch plants and abrasive blasting, shall be controlled at all times at the construction site.

(3) Open Burning: The burning of man-made debris is prohibited on base. The burning of vegetation onsite is permitted under certain conditions and must be approved by the DPW-ECB, Air Quality Program Manager (910-432-8464). If burning of vegetation onsite is permitted the Contractor is required to notify the Forestry Branch daily at (910-396-2510) so they can assess any impacts on aviation and training.

Will the project require open burning?

Yes No

(4) Painting: The Contractor can perform small, maintenance-type painting (brushes, spray cans). Large scale and routine painting in a booth, with spray guns, ventilation, filters, etc., must be reviewed by DPW-ECB for permit applicability.

Will the project involve any painting?

Yes No

(5) Odors: Odors shall be controlled at all times from all construction activities, processing, and preparation of materials.

(6) Any work to be performed on Freon containing equipment (either new or existing equipment) shall be performed by EPA certified technicians using certified equipment. All excess Class I ozone depleting substances and R-22 type Freon being removed from equipment associated with chiller retrofits shall remain the property of the US Army, and must be shipped to the ODS Reserve in Richmond, Virginia. Call the Air Quality Program Manager (AQPM) for assistance.

Any Freon removed or added must be reported to the AQPM for compliance with EPA Title VI.

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Will the project remove or add any refrigerants?

Yes No

(7) Air Permits: Any new construction project which involves the installation of parts degreasers, paint booths, abrasive bead blasters, wood cyclones, boilers, back-up electrical generators or other fossil fuel fired combustion like equipment must be coordinated through the DPW-ECB, Air Quality Program Manager and the COE Environmental Office. Any construction project which involves the construction or modification of parking facilities which may result in an ambient air quality standard for carbon monoxide being exceeded must be coordinated through the DPW-ECB, Air Quality Program Manager and the COE Environmental Office. Air permits may be required for these activities. The DPW-ECB, Air Quality Program Manager will assist the COE Environmental Office and Contractor in making a determination if the construction project requires an air permit. Air permits must be obtained prior to the start of construction through DPW-ECB.

Will the project install, repair, or upgrade any fossil fuel fired equipment?

Yes No

If yes, please provide a list of equipment below with locations.

Will the project construct or modify a parking facility?

Yes No

If yes, please provide the parking capacity and/or potential open parking area of the facility. Also, please identify if an existing parking facility is located adjacent (within 100 meters in a suburban or rural area or 50 meters in an urban area and if there are no existing physical barriers) to the proposed construction project.

2.2 HAZARDOUS WASTE/MATERIALS

(1) The Contractor is responsible for the proper use, storage, and disposal of petroleum products, hazardous materials, (HM), and hazardous wastes (HW) according to all Federal, state, and local regulations (including, but not limited to, 49 CFR, 40 CFR, OSHA 1910.120, and Fort Bragg Regulations 200-1, 200-2, and 200-3). Petroleum products, hazardous materials, Contractor

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(2) The Contractor must provide for the proper storage of HM and HW and to take all the necessary provisions to meet the National Fire Protection Association codes, the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act laws and regulations.

(3) The Contractor is responsible for the transport of Contractor generated hazardous waste off Government property to a permitted transportation, storage and disposal facility (TSDF).

Removal shall be performed by a licensed hazardous waste hauler. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating with the DPW Environmental Compliance Branch Hazardous Waste Program Manager (910-396-2295) to obtain the EPA ID number for the standard manifest. Hazardous waste cannot leave the installation without the designated representative from the DPW Environmental Office signing and obtaining a copy of the manifest.

(4) Spills of hazardous or toxic materials shall be immediately reported to the installation Fire Department by dialing 911, the DPW-ECB (910-396-2295) and the COE Environmental Office.

The Person(s) discovering the emergency will take all steps possible to immediately alert others in the area, shut down all fuel operations (if appropriate), and safely initiate steps to control the emergency and reduce the hazard. The Contractor is responsible for cleanup and disposal and all associated costs due to Contractor generated spills.

(5) The Contractor shall ensure that all of his employees who handle hazardous waste are trained in the management requirements for hazardous waste.

Please provide a list of Hazardous Materials to be used on the project and attach the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs). Please explain how you, the Contractor, will address spills of oil or hazardous materials.

Hazardous Material Quantity (lbs) Storage Type

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2.3 SOLID WASTE PROGRAM

(1) Solid waste resulting solely from construction, remodeling, repair, or demolition operations on pavement, buildings, or other structures on Fort Bragg can be disposed in the Construction and Demolition (C&D) landfill at the Lamont Road Landfill Facility. Some examples of acceptable solid waste are plywood, fixtures, electrical materials, doors, painted wood, non-recyclable concrete, windows, drywall, shingles, vinyl siding, plumbing materials and treated wood.

(2) All Contractors are required to complete Solid Waste Training for Landfill Users and a Landfill Usage Permit Application. The completed Landfill Usage Permit Application form and training Certificate of Completion should be taken to the DPW-ECB and a copy furnished to the COE Environmental Office. Upon approval by the Solid Waste Manager a Landfill Usage Code will be issued. Contractor’s EPP must also be approved before a Landfill Usage Code is issued.

Complete the Information Below (Attach additional information if necessary):

1. Name of individuals on the Contractor’s staff responsible for waste prevention and management.

2. Actions that will be taken to reduce solid waste generation, including coordination with subcontractors to ensure awareness and participation.

3. Description of the regular meetings to be held to address waste management.

4. Description of the specific approaches to be used in recycling/reuse of the various materials generated, including the areas on site and equipment to be used for processing, sorting, and temporary storage of wastes.

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5. Characterization, including estimated types and quantities, of the wastes to be generated.

6. Name of the landfill and/or incinerator to be used and the estimated costs for use, assuming that there would be no salvage or recycling on the project.

7. Identification of local and regional reuse program, including non-profit organizations such as schools, local housing agencies, and organizations that accept used materials such as materials exchange networks and Habitat for Humanity. Include the name, location, and phone number for each reuse facility to be used, and provide a copy of the permit or license for each facility.

8. List of specific waste materials that will be salvaged for resale, salvaged and reused on the current project, salvaged and stored for reuse on a future project, or recycled.

Recycling facilities that will be used shall be identified by name, location, and phone number, including a copy of the permit or license for each facility.

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9. Identification of materials that cannot be recycled/reused with an explanation or justification, to be approved by the Contracting Officer.

10. Description of the means by which any waste materials identified in item (8) above will be protected from contamination.

11. Description of the means of transportation of the recyclable materials (whether materials will be site-separated and self-hauled to designated centers or whether mixed materials will be collected by a waste hauler and removed from the site).

12. Anticipated net cost savings by recycling/reusing as determined by subtracting Contractor program management costs and the cost of disposal from the revenue generated by sale of the materials and the incineration and/or landfill cost avoidance.

13. Does the project require disposal of liquid materials?

Yes No

14. Does the project require disposal of soil?

Yes No

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15. Estimated waste to be generated (i..e, sludge, liquids, soil, debris in tons). Metric Tons of each type.

Type (Tons)

(3) Contractors are not allowed to dispose of liquid waste or sludge, medical waste, military equipment (Components from military vehicles, field equipment, tarps, canopies, or camouflage nets, military communication equipment or any unidentified item that could be munitions or components of munitions), white goods or tires at the C & D Landfill. If any of these items are found during the course of contract work immediately contact the DPW-ECB Solid Waste Program Manager (910-396-3372). Any of these items generated as part of contract work must be disposed of in accordance with contract specifications.

(4) The Contractor shall implement a recycling program (with an emphasis on recycling at the construction site) that includes separate collection of waste and recyclable materials. Based upon contract plans and drawings, the Contractor shall estimate the quantities of available materials for recycling. Contractors are encouraged to segregate recyclable materials at the point of generation. These recyclables can be taken to the recyclable collection containers at the Lamont Road Landfill Facility or to the Fort Bragg Recycling Facility. Collection areas are available for concrete (includes bricks and asphalt), cardboard, scrap metals, aluminum, pallets (wood and metal), and yard debris (generated from land clearing or yard maintenance activities). If contract specification allow, Contractors can take recyclable materials from construction projects to off-post recycling centers. However, the quantities of any materials recycled off-post must be reported to DPW-ECB for inclusion in required reports and SWARweb. Contractor shall coordinate his recycling efforts with the DPW-ECB Solid Waste Program Manager.

Please provide a list of estimated quantities of material to be recycled.

Item Quantity (lbs)

(5) Contractor is responsible for arranging collection by or delivery of recyclable materials. Prior to delivering materials, Contractor shall be familiar with the specifications for acceptance of

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(6) The Contractor is subject to random inspections by landfill personnel. The Contractor will be responsible for removing any unacceptable waste identified during these inspections. Negligent use of the landfill facility or failure to follow permit requirements will result in suspension and/or loss of landfill usage privileges.

(7) Prime Contractors are responsible for ensuring that all subcontractors are properly trained regarding landfill usage requirements. Any abuse or negligence by a sub Contractor will be directed to the Prime Contractor. Prime Contractors may be required to pay the cost of cleanup and proper disposal of prohibited or misplaced items. Contractors are reminded that NC Solid Waste Management Rules and Regulations prohibit the disposal of aluminum cans.

The following Hazardous and Regulated Waste items are prohibited for disposal at the C& D Landfill:

Batteries (other than alkaline) • Petroleum products (including fuel) Paints • Solvents Fuel filters • Oil filters Adhesives • PCB Ballads Fluorescent Lamps

These types of materials are classified as Hazardous and Regulated Waste and must be disposed of IAW Section 2.3 of this EPP.

2.4 ASBESTOS AND LEAD BASED PAINT PROGRAM

Asbestos Containing Material (ACM): The Contractor shall ensure that all areas requiring demolition or renovation have been inspected for asbestos prior to work beginning. Should asbestos be present, all personnel participating in asbestos activities shall be accredited IAW all federal, state and Fort Bragg regulations. Obtaining an asbestos removal permit is the responsibility of the Contractor. A copy of all permits and disposal documentation will be provided to the COE Environmental Office and the DPW-ECB, Asbestos Program Manager (910-432-3564). Asbestos bags will be clearly marked with the generator labels. The Contractor must dispose of all asbestos materials generated on-post at Lamont Road Landfill, provided the contract allows the use of the Government Landfill and each vehicle has a current Landfill usage code. The Contractor must review Fort Bragg landfill procedures and fill out and submit Fort Bragg Asbestos Removal, Transportation, and Disposal Documentation Form for each load disposed of at the landfill. The Contractor shall call the landfill 24 hours in advance at 910-396- 6873 for disposal of all ACM. All ACM must be at the landfill before 1300 – loads arriving after this time will be rescheduled.

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Has the project been surveyed for Asbestos?

Yes No N/A

Was the Contractor provided results of the survey?

Yes No N/A

Lead-Based Paint (LBP): Contracts to prepare previously painted surfaces for repainting must address LBP through sampling and analysis. Contractors must submit a Lead-Based Paint Abatement Permit Application to the Health Hazards Control Unit, NCDHHS-Division of Public Health, 1912 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1912 and provide copies to the COE Environmental Office and DPW-ECB. In addition, Contractors are responsible to pay the NC permit fee. All painted and stained surface in the building are presumed to contain Lead-Based Paint. Where LBP is identified for removal or refinishing, the Contractor must ensure this work is done in accordance with all federal and state regulations. The OSHA Standards for Lead- Construction (29 CFR 1926.62) regulates the work practices for lead-containing materials.

Under this standard the employer is required to make an initial determination if any employee's exposure to lead will exceed the action level of 30ug/m3 averaged over an 8-hour day. This initial determination requires the employer to monitor worker's exposure unless he or she has objective data that can demonstrate conclusively that no employee will be exposed to lead in excess of the action level. All residues from painted and stained surfaces presumed to contain lead-based paint is classified as a hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Whenever a waste is generated, the person generating the waste has a responsibility to determine whether it is a hazardous waste and is required to determine whether the waste qualifies as a hazardous waste due to its lead content. In order to determine whether the lead content of waste is high enough to be classified as a hazardous waste, a generator of waste must use a specific EPA testing procedure called the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Process, and must be disposal of in accordance with all Federal, State and local regulations.

Waste LBP debris that "fails" the TCLP cannot be disposed of at the Fort Bragg Landfill. LBP that has been abated, removed and containerized that indicates levels of lead above the EPA limits (5,000 ppm) cannot be disposed in the Fort Bragg Landfill. All contained LBP waste generated must be manifested off Fort Bragg, contact the Fort Bragg Hazardous Waste Program Manager for Guidance (Bldg 3-1137) prior to disposal of this waste.

Will the project recycle painted concrete?

Yes No N/A

If yes, Contractor must provide paint chip analysis to verify lead content. Paint with a lead content of 5,000 ppm (or 0.5% by weight) or greater cannot be recycled.

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2.5 TANKS/IRP/OWS PROGRAM

Will the project require removal of a UST or AST?

Yes No

If yes, provide location of the UST or AST.

Note: No USTs shall be installed on Fort Bragg.

(1) Contractors on Fort Bragg involved with projects requiring demolition, alteration, installation or removal of UST systems must follow the following procedures:

A. If the UST is removed and the surrounding soil shows no signs of contamination then the excavation can be backfilled with local soils and the condition of the soil and tank (and contents) be noted on a UST-3 form for that tank or site. The UST-3 form and a site sketch will be provided to the COE Environmental Office and the DPW–ECB Storage Tank Program Manager (910-396-7432).

B. If the UST is removed and the surrounding soil does show signs of contamination or a prior release, the Compliance Cleanup Program Manager (910-396-7432) should be contacted and the contaminated soil removed. If a minimal amount of soil (about 2 cubic yards) can be removed, leaving no further evidence of contamination, then the area can be backfilled with clean soil.

The excavated soil will be properly disposed of at an NC-accredited contaminated soil disposal facility. The UST removed must be properly disposed.

C. Site condition and actions should be noted on the UST-3 form for that tank or site along with a site sketch. If excavation of soil beyond a reasonable amount cannot remove the contamination, then a soils sample will be taken and analyzed for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH). The remaining in-place contaminated soil will be covered with backfill, GPS coordinates will be taken of the tank location, and the excavated soil will be disposed of properly at an NC-accredited contaminated soil disposal facility. Upon receipt of analytical results the Contractor will provide them to DPW-ECB along with the UST-3 form, site sketch, and waste manifest(s).

D. If a UST is punctured during construction or site grading, and a release occurs the Contractor will be responsible for complete cleanup of the site, including soil investigation and analysis.

The Contractor will contact Fort Bragg Emergency Services (910-432-0911) and inform them of the release. They will immediately visit the site to ensure no fire hazards or other risks to human health and safety are present. The Contractor will contact Fort Bragg Hazardous Waste Team (910-396-2141). The Fort Bragg Hazardous Waste Team will visit the site to direct the spill response action. The Contractor will provide the spill response personnel and equipment.

E. The Contractor will contact the Compliance Cleanup Manager (910-396-7432) and inform him of the release. The release should be reported to the State of NC within 24 hours of the

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F. For more information on UST discovery, removal and releases, refer to Fort Bragg’s Heating Oil Discovery SOP #6002.

2) Aboveground Storage Tanks: If the project will install aboveground storage tanks (ASTs), either temporarily or permanently as part of the project, the ASTs will be of double-wall construction, with the capability to monitor and drain the annular space. The AST will be equipped with primary and emergency vents, a method to gauge the level of contents (such as a Clock Gauge), a spill bucket at the fill port, and an audible overfill alarm. Permanent AST installations will be placed on a concrete pad (to prevent settling), and all ASTs will be of the type that allow for the inspection of the bottom of the tank (as well as of the sides). Coordinate with DPW-ECB storage tank manager for approval on the correct AST to be installed.

Will the project repair, upgrade, or remove an OWS, washrack, grease rack, and/or grit chamber?

Yes No

If yes, provide location of the OWS, washrack, grease rack, and/or grit chamber to be removed.

(2) Contractors on Fort Bragg involved with projects requiring demolition, alteration, or removal of Oil/Water Separators (OWS), wash racks, grease racks, and/or grit chambers must follow the following procedures:

A. Prior to removal operations, the contractor shall coordinate with the Fort Bragg Storage Tank/IRP/Program Manager (910-396-7432), to coordinate the excavation and removal of contents of the oil/water separator. Do not remove the oil/water separator until cleaning of the unit is complete. The oil/water separator may contain water, which is the responsibility of the Contractor to remove. All oil/water separator contents, rinsate, and rinse water shall be disposed in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations, off Fort Bragg by the Contractor. The Contractor will monitor the atmosphere for combustible gases inside the oil/water separator before removing the unit from the ground. If combustible gas monitoring indicates a flammable atmosphere (>10% of LEL), the Contractor will purge the oil/water separator atmosphere with fresh ambient air to reduce flammable vapor concentrations.

B. The Contractor shall obtain any permit requirements (i.e., digging permits, or Landfill permit) for the oil/water separator excavation.

C. Associated piping for the system shall be located, cut off, grouted at the ends, and abandoned in place by the Contractor. The Contractor will transport the oil/water separator to an off-site facility for disposal.

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D. The Contractor shall excavate soil from over and around the oil/water separator and associated piping to the extent needed to remove the unit from the ground. Over-excavation of soil will be conducted by the Contractor if evidence of possible contamination is observed.

Over-excavation shall not exceed 5 feet from each side of the oil/water separator. If the excavation compromises any nearby structures, the Contractor shall cease operation until given direction to proceed from the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). After the oil/water separator is removed from the ground, the Contractor along with the ECB/US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) representative will inspect the excavation.

E. The Contractor must place orange plastic snow fencing around the excavation if it is anticipated that the excavation will remain open for an extended period of time. The Contractor will attempt to avoid leaving open excavations or hazardous conditions overnight and shall grade the perimeter of the excavation to direct surface water runoff from the excavation.

F. Soil identified on the perimeter of the excavation that has visible staining, having strong petroleum or chemical odor will be identified and brought to the COR and ECB. Soil with suspected petroleum contamination will be screened with a photo-ionization detector (PID). If there is a PID reading of 10 ppm or greater the soil will be considered contaminated and segregated into a separate stockpile. All excavated soil will be stockpiled on an impervious surface. Cover of the excavated soil should be provided by the Contractor. Potentially contaminated soil will be transported to Fort Bragg’s on-site disposal facility, behind the ECB office. Soil with PID concentration levels not exceeding the action level will be placed into clean stockpile for later use as backfill.

G. All samples shall be collected and handled in accordance with all applicable, USACE, federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines. A minimum of three soil samples will be collected at the bottom of the excavation; one from each end and one more from the deepest location. Depending on the size of the excavation, more than three samples may be required to characterize site conditions after removal. If an oil/water separator and a grease rack are being removed, a minimum of six soil samples must be taken as part of the project. In addition one composite soil sample will be collected from the “CLEAN” soil stockpile. The composite will be randomly collected from 3 locations in the stockpile. Sample material will be collected from the top, middle, and bottom of the soil pile at each of the three locations. Collected soil samples should be analyzed for RCRA Metals, VOCs, SVOCs, and MADEP EPH and VPH. The Contractor will ensure that current sample collection protocols are followed with an appropriate chain-of-custody report.

H. The Contractor will document the following in the field notes: location, matrix analysis, any strong petroleum or chemical odor, visible staining, a high organic vapor reading, sheen appearing on water (if present), or other relevant field conditions. All samples should be clearly identified and their location documented in a Closure Report. All the information requested above shall be tabulated on a spreadsheet with the printed name and signature of authorized Contractor’s official. At the conclusion of the project the records will be furnished to the Government.

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I. Upon removal of the oil/water separator the Contractor will inspect it for leaks and visual evidence of contamination. The Contractor will document the inspection in field notes and in photographs. The Contractor is responsible for disposing the oil/water separator off the Fort Bragg installation at an approved disposal site. All documentation for the disposal of the oil/water separator will be furnished to the government as part of the closure report.

J. Backfill will commence after confirmation soil samples have been collected in the excavation.

The Contractor shall backfill the excavation by first utilizing the clean stockpile. Addition soil required to fill the excavation will be obtained from Fort Bragg’s borrow pit.

K. The Contractor will re-grade and compact the area to its pre-excavation condition. No compaction testing is required. Backfill of the site will be to existing grade and seeded. It is not necessary to repave or pour concrete, unless as required as part of an associated project. Refer to Section 2.10 for details on E&SC and Best Management Practice requirements.

L. A final inspection of the site will be conducted prior to demobilization. The Contractor’s representative will accompany the Fort Bragg Contracting Officer’s Representative or USACE in a punch list inspection to identify any issues of concern. The job is complete once the Final Closure Report is provided to the ECB. The Contractor will remove all contractor-owned equipment utilized for the project. All waste material will be collected and disposed of in accordance with transportation and disposal requirements. The Contractor will surrender any government-furnished equipment and materials prior to final demobilization.

M. A Draft Closure Report must be submitted to ECB through USACE for review. ECB will review the Draft closure report and provide comments for inclusion in the Final Closure Report.

The Contractor will provide two copies of the Final Closure Report to USACE. The Final Closure Report will include at a minimum: scale drawings (showing the site location, excavation extent and sample locations), sampling methods and analysis, a table comparing analytical results to the Federal Remediation Branch Target Screening Guidelines Table, and ultimate disposition of all excavated soil and salvage material. The report shall also include the Contractors recommendations for any further action at the site, if appropriate.

(3) Ground Water Monitoring Wells.

Is the project located near a ground water monitoring well?

Yes No

If yes, provide location of well.

(1) Monitoring Well: If monitoring wells exist near the construction site, measures must be taken to protect the integrity of the entire monitoring well, including a stick-up casing, the surface completion, and the vertical shaft of the well. No monitoring well will be removed without written permission from DPW-ECB, as monitoring wells are permitted monitoring

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If a monitoring well cannot be removed, the Contractor will raise or lower the well to the final grade, or take measures to design around the monitoring well.

2.6 PEST CONTROL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

(1) The Contractor shall apply all pesticides IAW the requirements of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, using pesticides approved by the EPA and by following the manufacturers’ instructions on the label. Contractor shall coordinate application of pesticides during construction with the Installation Pest Control Coordinator. Pesticide spills meeting RCRA criteria, must be managed as HW, Contractor must follow all Federal, State and Fort Bragg regulations in the proper management and disposal of spills. See more on spills response in Part 2.2.

(2) Licensing and Certification: All pesticide applications shall be performed by a Contractor certified in the EPA category or categories that cover the work to be performed and shall hold a valid business license. For work on Fort Bragg, the Contractor shall be certified and licensed by the State of North Carolina. The Contractor shall present evidence of such licensing and certification to the DPW-ECB, Installation Pest Control Coordinator (910-907-2160) for approval prior to beginning work under this contract.

Will the project require the use of pesticides?

Yes No

If so please provide a list of pesticides and drawing showing the areas where pesticides will be applied.

2.7 WATER PROGRAM

(1) Water and Sanitary Sewer services on Fort Bragg are privatized. Contact Old North Utility Services, Inc. (ONUS), 110 N. Fourth Street, Spring Lake, NC 28390 at (910) 495-1311.

Coordinate all water and sanitary sewer requirements and connections with ONUS. Drilling of potable or non-potable wells are not allowed on the installation.

(2) Drilling of potable or non-potable wells are not allowed on the installation.

(3) Septic tanks will be considered only in areas that do not have access to sanitary sewer lines.

All new septic tank permits will be coordinated through the DPW ECB Water Quality Program Manager (910-432-8470). Any existing well or septic tank that is deemed no longer necessary will be abandoned in accordance with 15A NCAC 18A.1961. The Contractor must notify the DPW ECB Water Quality Program Manager of abandonment.

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(4) All food service establishments are required to install a grease trap. The grease trap will meet the specifications outlined in the Fort Bragg Grease Control Plan and will be validated by the Water Quality Program Manager for accuracy.

(5) Any new oil water separators will be approved by the DPW ECB Water Quality Program Manager.

2.8 NATURAL RESOURCES

2.8.1 Protection of Water Resources

(1) The Contractor shall keep construction activities under surveillance, management, and control to avoid pollution of surface and ground waters. Special management techniques shall be implemented to control water pollution by any construction activities that are included in the performance of this contract.

Will the project disturb any wetlands?

Yes No

(2) Monitoring of Water Resources: Monitoring of water resources and wetlands affected by construction activities shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. During construction, action will be required to maintain buffer areas and soil erosion control measures near water areas/wetlands that could be adversely affected by construction activities. Wetlands shall not be entered, disturbed, or impacted. Discharge of soil, sediment, and/or pollutants are not allowed into any wetlands. Contractor is responsible for compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the protection of wetlands under the CWA Section 404/401 regulatory program and North Carolina DENR Division of Water Quality. If wetland impacts are unavoidable, Contractor shall abide by CWA Section 404 regulatory program and apply for applicable wetland permits. All wetland permit costs, delineations, and compensatory mitigation costs will be the Contractor’s responsibility. Contractor must comply with avoidance, minimization strategies prior to approval of any wetland impact in accordance with CWA Section 404 (CWA 33 USC 1344).

All stream crossings will avoid impacts to navigable waters and wetlands. The Contractor should not enter, disturb, destroy, or allow discharge (fill) of soil, sediment, or contaminants into the stream.

(3) Washing and Curing Water: Wastewater directly derived from construction activities shall not be allowed to enter water areas. This wastewater shall be collected and placed in retention ponds where suspended material can be settled out or the water evaporates so that pollutants are separated from the water. These pollutants will be removed and the area restored to pre-construction conditions.

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(4) Cofferdam and Diversion Operations: The Contractor shall plan his operations and perform all work necessary to minimize adverse impact or violation of the water quality standard for receiving streams (e.g., Tank Creek). Construction operations for de-watering, removal of cofferdams, tailrace excavation, and tunnel closure shall be controlled at all times to limit the impact of water turbidity on the habitat for wildlife and impacts on water quality for downstream use.

(5) Stream crossings shall be controlled during construction. Crossings shall provide movement of materials and equipment, which do not violate water pollution control standards of Federal, State, or local agencies.

(6) Monitoring of water areas affected by construction activities shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall monitor all water areas affected by construction activities.

2.8.2 Protection of Wildlife, Fish, Sensitive Plants and Habitat

(1) The Contractor shall keep construction activities under surveillance, management, and control to minimize interference with, disturbance to, and damage of wildlife, fish, sensitive plants and habitat. In addition, the Endangered Species Act requires that federally-listed species and their habitats be protected; similar state acts require conservation and protection of state-listed species; and Army Regulation 200-1 requires conservation and protection of certain species and habitats.

(2) Various haul routes and roads on Fort Bragg are adjacent to rare, threatened, or endangered plant and animal species as well as other sensitive habitats. The red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) (Picoides borealisis) is an endangered bird that is often of concern to construction activities. Other protected plant and animal sites may be located near Contractor-used roads.

The Contractor should be aware of posted signs denoting protected sites as well as trees with painted with white bands. Parking, digging, storage of construction materials and other habitat impacts are not permitted in protected areas. Harassing a protected species or damaging their habitat is a violation of law or regulation. For more information about the protection of natural resources on Fort Bragg, contact the Fort Bragg Environmental Management Branch (910-396- 2867 or 910-432-4505).

2.9 LAND RESOURCES

2.9.1 Protection of Land Resources

(1) Prior to construction, the Contractor is responsible for clearly marking the areas required to accomplish all work to be performed under this contract. The Contractor is required to develop a Tree Removal and Restoration Plan. Tree Removal Plans shall contain a preexisting tree survey (drawing) that clearly depicts removed and retained trees; a table containing type tree, size range (diameter at breast height (dbh)) and number of trees to be removed and a functional replacement value for each size range. The functional replacement value should be outlined by the Fort

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Bragg Tree Replacement Policy, located as Attachment 2 of the EPP. The Tree Removal and Restoration Plan should be submitted to the designated Project Manager, the COE Environmental Office and DPW-ECB.

Will the project require removal of trees?

Yes No

If yes, please attach a Tree Removal & Restoration Plan.

For projects under one acre, the tree survey will document tree size (by dbh), species, and location on the pre-existing tree survey drawing. For projects >1 acre tree functional replacement value will be determined at a ratio of 1:1.

Restoration plans must attempt functional replacement value by replanting trees on-site, if not applicable, off-site replacement will occur or a combination of both on-site and off-site may apply.

The Tree Removal and Restoration Plan will be forwarded to the Forestry Branch by the Project Manager. The Forestry Branch will review the plan and conduct a site visit to determine if merchantable tree sales are required and arrange appropriate disposal of said timber.