SOLID WASTE HANDLING

SOLID WASTE HANDLING 

It is important to control litter to eliminate trash and other materials in storm water runoff. 

Waste reduction is a major component of waste management and should be encouraged through training and public outreach. 

Management of waste once it is collected may involve reuse, recycling, or proper disposal. 



Specific solid waste handling activities may include one or more of the following: 

1. Solid Waste Collection 

2. Waste Reduction and Recycling 

3. Hazardous Waste Collection 

4. Litter Control 




  1. Reduce by purchasing only the amount needed. 
  2. Reuse products when possible. 
  3. Recycle leftover products that are recyclable, and dispose of other wastes safely. 



POLLUTION PREVENTION: 

Pollution prevention measures have been considered and incorporated in the model procedures. Implementation of these measures may be more effective and reduce or eliminate the need to implement other more complicated or costly procedures. 


Possible pollution prevention measures for solid waste handling include: 

• Reuse products when possible. 

• Recycle leftover products that are recyclable.

• Once per year, educate municipal staff on pollution prevention measures. 



MODEL PROCEDURES: 


Solid Waste Collection 

Implement procedures, where applicable, to collect, transport, and dispose of solid waste at appropriate disposal facilities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. 


Include properly designed trash storage areas. 


Regularly inspect solid waste containers for structural damage. 

Repair or replace damaged containers as necessary. 


Secure solid waste containers; containers must be closed tightly when not in use.

 

Do not fill waste containers with washout water or any other liquid. 


Remove all debris from containers prior to cleaning with water. 


Only clean out containers in a designated area that drains to a landscaped area or a washrack that is connected to a sanitary sewer.


Minimize spillage/leaking from solid waste containers. 


For larger solid waste containers (especially compactors) that utilize a hydraulic fluid pump system, regularly inspect and replace faulty pumps or hoses to minimize the potential of releases and spills. 


Ensure that only appropriate solid wastes are disposed of. 


Certain wastes such as hazardous wastes, appliances, fluorescent bulbs, pesticides, etc. May not be disposed of in solid waste containers. 



Waste Reduction and Recycling 

Although many types of waste can be recycled, recycling options for each waste type may be limited. 


All gasoline, antifreeze, waste oil, and lead-acid batteries can be recycled. Latex and oil based paint can be reused, as well as recycled. 


Materials that cannot be reused or recycled should be disposed of properly. 


The California Integrated Waste Management Board has a Recycling Hotline, (800) 553-2962, that provides information and recycling locations for used oil.


Provide containers for the collection and storage of recyclable materials. 


Do not mix liquid wastes, this can cause chemical reactions or make recycling impossible and complicate disposal. 


Recycle used motor oil. Municipalities are required to have a used oil recycling element within their integrated waste management plan. 



Hazardous Waste Collection 

Household hazardous wastes (HHW) are defined as waste materials which are typically found in homes or similar sources, which exhibit characteristics such as: corrosivity, ignitability, reactivity, and/or toxicity, or are listed as hazardous materials by EPA. 


Follow proper storage and disposal measures for hazardous waste materials as identified on packaging or Material Safety Data Sheets. 


Emergencies related to hazardous waste should be reported to 911 



List of most common HHW products: 

Drain opener 

Oven cleaners 

Wood and metal cleaners and polishes 

Paint Thinners 

Automotive oil and fuel additives 

Adhesives

Grease and rust solvents Batteries 

Herbicides 

Paint strippers and removers Pesticides

Fungicides/wood preservatives 

Starter fluids 

Carburetor and fuel injection cleaners 



Litter Control 

Enforce anti-litter laws. 


Provide litter receptacles in busy, high pedestrian traffic areas of the community, at recreational facilities, and at community events. 


Clean out and cover litter receptacles frequently to prevent overflow. 


Increase litter control for events generating substantial quantities of litter. 



LIMITATIONS: 

Requires continuous public education. 


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