Integrated Solid Waste Management Program Presented by William

Integrated Solid Waste Management Program Presented by: William Lane Assistant Superintendent (Safety I-66 Transfer Station) Department of Public Works and Environmental Services Working for You! A Fairfax County, VA, publication October 5 Pre, 2016

DPWES Executive Leadership Team Mission The Fairfax County Solid Waste Management Program (SWMP) is dedicated to keeping Fairfax County clean by preventing pollution and other contamination associated with the improper disposal of refuse. Solid Waste Management 2

DPWES Strategic Goals Supported 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Promote our safety culture Invest in our quality workforce Achieve and maintain national accreditation Support economic success strategic plan Excel in environmental program performance Be a top performer in program delivery Enhance customer service Solid Waste Management 3

Integrated Solid Waste Management: What is it and why does it matter?

Solid Waste Management in Fairfax county Operations and Facilities Overview 1 – July 23, 2012

Environmentally-Sound Refuse Disposal Emergency Response 20 tons of trash are transported and disposed of every 10 minutes (over 1, 200, 000 tons per year). (Hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding) Renewable Energy Production We generate enough power for 80, 000 homes or about 90 MW of electricity. Fairfax County Solid Waste Management Refuse Collections Collection of 10 percent of household waste and recyclables Recycling We’ve recycled about 1 ton of material/ household /year for the last 24 years. (Currently recycle 47%, over 550, 000 tons/year) Pollution Prevention and Community Engagement 100 community events per year

Storm Debris Community Cleanup Snow Removal Stream Cleanup Flood Cleanup

Special Initiatives Ø Recycling Ø Community Clean-up Efforts Ø Mulching Operation Ø Landfill Gas-to-Energy Ø Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Program Ø Outreach & Educational Efforts

Elements of Fairfax County’s Integrated Solid Waste Management: E/RRF Collection Transfer MRF Disposal Recycling &

Program Funding The Solid Waste Management Program operations are SELFFUNDED with an operating budget of: ü Collection Service Fees from Sanitary District customers ü Refuse Disposal Fees ü Sale of Recyclables ü Ash Disposal Fees ü Sale of Landfill Gas-toenergy program

�Chapter 109 regulations �Spill prevention and containment �Protect the storm drains �Spill kit and clean up/ MS-4 Permit �Contact the Fire Marshall on all spills �Facility rules apply to users Environmentally Friendly

�Enforcement ◦ Trucks, Permits ◦ Notices of Violation Fairfax County Operations

Fairfax County’s Solid Waste Management Ordinance Regulates the storage, collection, transportation and disposal of all solid waste. Establishes minimum recycling requirements for all residential, nonresidential and multi-family residential properties. Establishes permit qualifications and minimum service standards for private solid waste and recycling collection services (e. g. collect at least once per week, provide collection for recyclables). Outlines enforcement protocols for handling ordinance violations.

Fairfax County Solid Waste Management Program Trash & Recyclables Collection Approximately 25 solid waste collection service providers are licensed to operate in Fairfax County. Residents in Sanitary Districts receive weekly collection service from the county.

Managing Residential Solid Waste Types of Waste: MSW � How it’s Managed: ◦ Refuse in Fairfax County is incinerated. ◦ 2, 500 -3, 000 tons daily ◦ Heat from combustion used to make steam, which turns a generator, which produces electricity. ◦ The Covanta plant generates 80 MW, enough to power about 75, 000 homes. ◦ Facility is heavily regulated, subject to continuous emissions monitoring, and required to report emission issues to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. Solid Waste Management Program 15

Sanitary Landfill CDD Landfill Who Goes Where…. . ? ?

TRASH COLLECTION SAFETY

Customer Service

NO MIXING

Personal Protective Equipment

�When working out on the major roadways like we collect in Fairfax County CLASS 3 Vests are required to be worn while collecting �You have options as long as it’s rated class 3 – Vest, shirt or jacket. �Other PPE OSHA requires for collections, safety glasses, Steel/composite toe boots and safety gloves All SWMP employees are required to wear CLASS 3 Uniforms

NEVER CROSS THE DOUBLE YELLOW

�Never place your vehicle on the left side of the roadway – You're liable if it’s struck �Never cross to collect on the opposite side of double yellow to avoid being struck by a motorist �Go up and turn around to collect opposite side Double Yellow

SDTGA HB-1649

�The Slow Down to Get Around law says drivers must reduce their speed to at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit and pass at least two feet to the left of any stationary vehicle that is collecting trash or recycling. SDTGA HB-1649

Place The Cart In Front Of You

�Know your GOAL – Get Out And Look �Always use guide (crew member) to assist when available �Crew should agree on hand signals prior to backing �Immediately stop if you loose sight of your guide �Back at idle speed No Riders While Truck is Backing

�Operators must NOT exceed 20 MPH when riders are on the back (forward motion only) �REMEMBER – NEVER ALLOW RIDERS WHILE BACKING �Operators are NOT allowed to travel more than 2/10 th of a mile without stopping with riders on the back 20 MPH and 2/10 ths of a Mile

Transfer Station Operations and Safety

I-66 Transfer Station Complex MSW Transfer Station Citizens’ Disposal Facility Recycling Drop-off Center Scrap Metal Recycling (appliances, chain-link fencing, bicycles, lawn chairs, grills and more) Yard Waste Recycling Mulch Distribution Center Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Used Oil/Antifreeze Disposal Site

I-66 Key Operational Metrics

� Responsible for establishing rules and procedures which describe the restricted areas. � Overall security of site including fences, gates, lighting and signage. � Communication by using two way radios or cell phones. � Ensure all rules, procedures and instructions are followed. � Violations dealt with immediately. Management

� Hours of Operation � Public Use � Visitor/vendor admittance procedures � Types of Waste accepted � Speed Limits � Vehicle Traffic Plan � Step-by-step procedures for receiving, weighing, accepting, unloading and loading waste. � Security (lighting) � Customers should always be monitored by personnel. � Site specific and operating plan and rules for customers using facility. Site and Customer Rules

Transfer Station Operations

Safety and Health Is an essential component of every employers operation. 1. Employee orientation- must be made familiar with their work location. 2. Job Qualification- must meet certain minimal requirements to safely perform their assigned duties. 3. Hazard Recognition- must be familiar with the potential hazards of their workplace(regulatory compliance programs) 4. Risk Reduction (Traffic control, safe lifting, emergency planning. 5. Follow-up (repeated training. ) 6. Document all training and maintain.

Identify Hazards?

Traffic Management Traffic at a transfer station site need not to be a hazardous experience, but it can be if all customers do not conform to specific traffic management rules of conduct and procedures. One of the most violated rules is that of the speed limit. As difficult as it seems, customers and drivers should be warned/ cautioned and reminded about the posted speed. Infractions need to be dealt with. Or in time the traffic management rules will be of no value. In the final analysis, workers, customers are attracted to and appreciate a safe environment.

Signs with meanings!

Transfer Station Operations and Restricted Work Areas

� � � � Staff must be trained on procedures. Must be constantly alert to all moving traffic or equipment. Must maintain and control traffic flow and provide a safe work environment for themselves in addition to ensuring safe ingress egress for all users. Must make eye contact with each vehicle in motion. Controlled from a stationary control/ building, location in front of the transfer station that has good visibility of the entire tipping floor. Radio communication Coordinate safe work zones for equipment, trucks and pedestrians. Required PPE. Tipping floor The entire tipping floor should be considered a restricted work area. Potential hazards may include: Traffic, dust, foot injuries, cuts/abrasions, eye injuries, and fall hazards. Danger signs and minimum of 15 ft. or more should be used to maintain a safe distance from pits and heavy equipment while on the tipping floor. A flagman procedure should also be used to warn for potential traffic hazards. Procedures should include the following.

� No waste materials left on the floor overnight. � Maximize the distance between trucks or trailers parked at the facility. � Inspections of materials being loaded for flammable or combustible liquids. � Smoking prohibition policy. � Procedures for moving hot loads. � Continually monitoring. � (911) In doubt! � Hot loads should not be allowed on the tipping floor. Fire Prevention The potential for a fire at the transfer station is always present. All employees should be trained how to recognize and respond to fires in the workplace. Do not take any chances. Fire extinguishers should be inspected weekly and properly maintained and certified. The PASS method should be used when responding to small controlled fires. Fire prevention practices should include:

Pit Covered when not in use? 15 Ft. mandatory distance maintained?

� Must possess a valid CDL � Must also be further qualified by meeting all � � � requirements of 49 CFR-Qualification of drivers Inspections and maintenance must be recorded Seat belt use. Mandatory! Conduct all Pre operational, During operation and Post vehicle inspections. Mechanical malfunctions affecting the safe operation must be repaired before equipment is used. Must insure loads are properly loaded and secured. Vehicles are inspected annually by qualified individuals or company. Random inspection on procedures followed up on. Training/ Road tested! (unique designed) Continually monitored! Lytx/Drive. Cam enabled fleet Driver and Equipment Training program to help promote within Department of Transportation Tractors and trailers are the most common form of equipment used in the transport of MSW. A program must be put in place to insure all regulation and procedures are in place. To a must lessor extent roll-offs and trucks are also used. They must conform to the standards of 49 CFR.

I’m Driving! How would you respond in a emergency in extreme weather conditions, Fog, Rain, Snow etc. ? Would you be protected in Traffic? Drivers Rested? Supervisors are responsible for implementing and enforcing the facility's PPE program. Exceptions to the PPE program should never be allowed for any employees-including managers, supervisors, drivers, office personnel and visitors. Violators should be dealt with according to the facility rules. Is a seat belt considered PPE?

Key metrics SWMP DC Safety Dashboard Reduction Frequency and severity of risky driving events Driver Improvement Programs

Transfer Station - Loads Per Driver Per Day - FY 16 4. 5 4. 0 4 3. 9 3. 75 3. 8 3. 7 3. 5 3. 9 3. 8 3. 75 3. 8 3. 70 3. 5 Average LPDD by month 3. 5 FY 17 Goal 3 2. 5 16 n. Ju M ay -1 6 16 r. Ap M ar -1 6 16 b. Fe 16 n. Ja 5 ec -1 D 5 N ov -1 5 ct -1 O 15 p. Se 15 g. Au Ju l 15 2

Transfer Station - Avg Tons Per Load Per Month 21. 17 20. 8 20. 7 20. 67 20. 34 20. 36 20. 37 20. 5 20. 46 19. 99 19. 98 19. 97 21. 14 20. 51 20. 04 16 n- -1 6 19. 5 Ju M ar -1 6 16 b. Fe 16 n. Ja 5 ec -1 D 5 N ov -1 5 ct -1 O 15 p. Se 15 g. Au Ju l 15 19. 84 r 16 19. 6 21. 02 20. 58 20. 57 ay 20. 20 20 M 20. 4 20. 63 Ap 25 24 23. 5 23 22. 5 22 21. 5 21 20. 5 20 19. 5 19 18. 5 18 17. 5 17 16. 5 16 15. 5 15 TS Average FY 16 Goal

6/20/16 - 6/30/16 6/6/16 - 6/18/16 5/20/16 - 6/4/16 5/9/16 - 5/21/16 4/25/16 - 5/7/16 4/11/16 - 4/23/16 3/28/16 - 4/9/16 3/14/16 - 3/26/16 2/29/16 - 3/12/16/16 - 2/27/16 2/1/16 - 2/13/16 40000. 0 1/18/16 - 1/29/16 1/4/16 - 1/15/16 12/21/15 - 1/2/16 12/7/15 - 12/19/15 11/20/15 - 12/5/15 11/9/15 - 11/21/15 10/26/15 - 11/7/15 10/12/15 - 10/24/15 9/28/15 - 10/10/15 9/14/15 - 9/26/15 50000. 0 8/31/15 - 9/12/15 60000. 0 8/17/15 - 8/29/15 70000. 0 8/3/15 - 8/15/15 80000. 0 7/20/15 - 8/1/15 90000. 0 7/6/15 - 7/17/15 100000. 0 Transfer Station - Bi-weekly $ for 96078. 6 Thompson Trucking 87460. 283995. 4 84049. 088526. 7 87133. 1 79857. 9 78739. 0 79651. 9 81883. 8 79974. 2 73470. 6 77996. 7 72934. 4 69007. 0 73084. 4 67109. 0 Bi-weekly $ 63751. 2 61818. 8 65468. 4 65052. 0 64556. 7 62404. 1 FY 16 Actual 56391. 8 55320. 8 $1, 918, 629. 50 39960. 0 30000. 0 20000. 0

Fairfax County Solid Waste Management Program I-95 Energy/Resource Recovery Facility Fairfax County trash is combusted at temperatures exceeding 1, 800 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam generated from combustion heat runs turbines that produce 80 MW of renewable energy which is then sold to Dominion Virginia Power. Ø Enough electricity is generated to power 75, 000 homes. Ø Metals are recovered from the ash for recycling. Ø Remaining ash (10% of original trash volume) is landfilled on site.

I-95 Landfill Complex Energy/Resource Recovery Facility Citizens’ Disposal Facility Recycling Drop-off Center Tire Grinding Ash Landfill Yard Waste Recycling Mulch Distribution Center Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Used Oil/Antifreeze Disposal Site

Equipment and Hauling MSW

Equipment types • • • Loaders John Deere’s 744 K Cat 972 Waste Handler packages Roll-off, Mack, Volvo, and Freightliners Tractor trailers- Freightliners Cascadia and J&J Walking floors Automatic transmissions/Top Doors Various other machines for material handling and loading

Inspections Site inspections are the key to identifying and controlling hazards in the work place. During an inspection, both conditions and employee/customer activities in the workplace should be observed. Vehicles and tools are also included items. General housekeeping should receive considerable attention in the transfer station. Supervisors and employees should conduct ongoing inspections on a daily basis. The inspections should provide a thorough review of conditions and practices that have the potential to cause injury or damage. When hazards are identified, prompt corrective action must be taken immediately to eliminate them.

�Proper instruction, training, and education, we can reduce accidents. �When workers fail to follow the rules, enforcement becomes necessary. Education and Enforcement There are two ways to help keep people from committing unsafe acts: Through safety education and enforcement.

� � � 49 CFR 382, CMV Driver Alcohol and Drug Testing 49 CFR 383, Commercial Driver’s License. 49 CFR 391, Qualification of Drivers 49 CFR 392, Driving of CMV’s 49 CFR 396, Inspection, Repair and Maintenance. ANSI Z 245. 1 Mobile Waste and Recyclable materials collection, Transportation and Equipment – Safety requirements � ANSI Z 245. 2 Stationary Compactors � Regulations Department of Transportation Industry Standards

� � � � Emergency Fire and Evacuation Plan Emergency Spill Response Plan Medical Emergency Response Plan Hazard Communication Program Substance and Alcohol Abuse Program Respirator Program Lockout / Tagout Program Bloodborne Pathogens Program Forklift and Powered Industrial Truck Training Program Personal Protective Equipment Program Safety Rules Heat Stress Management Back Injury Prevention Programs and Plans

Any hazards, inspections done? Road Trip!!! Trip sheets? More Training? Again?

� � � � � A written Lock-out/ Tag-out procedure. (Employees performing maintenance on the equipment must adhere the policy. Seatbelt use! Rollover Protection must be installed and no damage. A back-up alarm is required on all equipment- a minimum of 85 -d. Ba sound whenever machine is in reverse. Equipment is Out of Service if not working. Strobe light (Amber) used inside of transfer station. Horn must work! Hand holds, ladders, steps/debris free. Operator need to maintain 3 points of contact. Radio communication. Parking brakes (fully functional. ) Glass/ not broken and clean. Heavy Equipment Only trained and qualified operators may operate equipment. Employees that operate more than one type of equipment should be trained and qualified on each one. Performance should be evaluated. A pre operational check of all components and safety devices should be preformed and repaired before put in use. House keeping a priority. More mandatory requirements….

q Periodic refresher training is required for many of OSHA’s programs. Refresher training intervals normally range from one to three years. Modifying or adjusting the training to address new hazards or changes that are formerly recognized is required. This can happen when new equipment or procedures are incorporated in the workplace. Training may also be repeated if there is a lack of understanding or are not complying with the training requirements. Monthly Safety Meetings! Important!!! q Used to discuss the results of facility inspections, employee behavior observations, traffic, customer issues or operational changes. Training begins with a clear understanding of the work being performed.

�Resources for you (Besides County Staff) ◦ DEQ ◦ Current Engineering Consulting Contracts held through PSMA ◦ Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) ◦ American Public Works Association Questions?

� 1. Training Curriculum. � 2. Personal Protective Equipment. � 3. Facility Operations and Restricted Work Areas. � 4. Vehicular Traffic & Equipment Management. Recommended Safe Practices Brief Overview Safety 1 rst!