b.
Actions that will be taken to reduce solid waste generation.
c. Description of the specific approaches to be used in
recycling/reuse of the various materials generated, including the areas
and equipment to be used for processing, sorting, and temporary storage
of wastes.
d. Characterization, including estimated types and quantities, of the
waste to be generated.
e. Name of 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.
f. Identification of local and regional reuse programs, 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.
g. List of specific waste materials that will be salvaged for resale,
salvaged and reused, or recycled. Recycling facilities that will be
used shall be identified.
h. Identification of materials that cannot be recycled/reused with an
explanation or justification.
i. Anticipated net cost savings 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.
1.4
RECORDS
Records shall be maintained to document the quantity of waste generated;
the quantity of waste diverted through sale, reuse, or recycling; and the
quantity of waste disposed by landfill or incineration. The records shall
be made available to the Contracting Officer during construction, and a
copy of the records shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer upon
completion of the construction.
1.5
COLLECTION
The necessary containers, bins and storage areas to facilitate effective
waste management shall be provided and shall be clearly and appropriately
identified. Recyclable materials shall be handled to prevent contamination
of materials from incompatible products and materials and separated by one
of the following methods:
1.5.1
Source Separated Method.
Waste products and materials that are recyclable shall be separated from
trash and sorted into appropriately marked separate containers and then
transported to the respective recycling facility for further processing.
1.5.2
Co-Mingled Method.
Waste products and recyclable materials shall be placed into a single
container and then transported to a recycling facility where the recyclable
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