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<br />another designated area prior to completion of work and to receiving authorization. We will not enter onto private
<br />property during performance of this contract prior to receipt of an executed right-of-entry (ROE).
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<br />. Temporary Debris Stagillg alld Reductioll
<br />All activities associated with massive debris clearance, removal, and ultimate disposal operations depend upon the
<br />availability of suitable temporary debris staging and reduction sites (TOSRS). Identifying these potential sites before a
<br />natural disaster will expedite and facilitate debris removal and subsequent volume reduction and disposal activities. If
<br />sites are not yet identified, an experienced Ash Britt representative will assist the City in the identification and selection
<br />of potential TOSRS.
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<br />In congested urban areas where large, prototypical sites are unavailable, the use of multiple TOSRS, twenty-four hour
<br />operations, and immediate removal of separated and processed debris can help alleviate the constraints of smaller
<br />temporary disposal sites. Ash Britt has proven success in establishing and managing single large and multiple small
<br />disposal sites.
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<br />. Baseline Data. Prior to site preparation and activation, AshBritt will assist in establishing baseline data to document
<br />a site's pre-use condition. This entails taking ground or aerial video or photographs, noting important structures, fences,
<br />culverts and landscaping, analyzing random soil samples and ground water samples. We will evaluate the topography
<br />and soil/substrate conditions to determine the best layout for site activities. And we will attempt to limit the
<br />modification of the site in order to minimize site closure and restoration costs. Moreover, as part of our initial site
<br />assessment we will contemplate environmental factors such as noise, dust, smoke, erosion control, storm water runoff,
<br />wetlands, historic preservation, endangered species, and traffic and safety controls.
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<br />. Site Plan. AshBritt will establish and submit for approval a site plan and operating procedures for the TOSRS. The
<br />plan and operating procedures will include: site preparation, including any clearing, grading, and erosion control;
<br />identification of ingress and egress; interior road system design, utilizing any existing roads; traffic flow and control; a
<br />roofed inspection tower, sufficient for a minimum of three inspectors to monitor incoming and outgoing loads; site
<br />layout and debris segregation plan, including separate benned containment areas lined with impermeable material for
<br />the storage of HHW, ash, and fuel, "clean" debris area for woody debris and burnable C&O awaiting reduction, storage
<br />areas for metals and white goods, storage area for non-burnable debris awaiting transfer to final disposal, debris
<br />reduction area with appropriate set backs and safety zones for the type of reduction (burning or grinding); appropriate
<br />signs, cones, safety barriers and caution tape identifying safety zones; a first aid station; site security and fire prevention
<br />measures; activation date/time and daily hours of operation, and site management team with 24 hour contact numbers.
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<br />. Debris Reduction. AshBritt can provide several debris reduction options. These include air curtain incineration and
<br />reduction by grinding. We consider logistical and environmental concerns, as well as the potential disposal outlets
<br />when deciding. For the City, reduction by grinding would be our recommended method. This involves using industrial
<br />tub or horizontal feed grinders powered by up to 1 000 hp diesel engines. A grinder will process up to 400 cubic yards of
<br />clean woody debris per hour, reducing the volume by approximately 4 to I.
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<br />· Maintenance. AshBritt will maintain the TOSRS as necessary to ensure safety and minimize environmental impact.
<br />Normal maintenance will include: adding rock to roads for stabilization, modifying road system as needed, installing silt
<br />fences or berm systems to divert rainwater and protect areas from runoff and loss of topsoil, replace liners under
<br />stationary equipment, document and rectify any accidents, spills, or environmental mishaps that occur. Additionally,
<br />we will supply site security and appropriate fire prevention measures when necessary.
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<br />· Site Closeout & Restoration. Each TOSRS will eventually be cleared of all debris and restored to its pre-disaster
<br />condition and use. AshBritt will test soil and ground water to compare to the pre-disaster baseline, verifying that no
<br />long-term environmental contamination is present. Our basic closeout steps are: remove all debris, stored material, and
<br />unnecessary equipment from the site; conduct an environmental assessment; develop a restoration plan; submit for
<br />review and approval by the COM; execute the approved plan; obtain acceptance from the COM and execute the site
<br />closure documents. Closeout and restoration is generally completed within 30 days of receiving the last load of
<br />incoming debris.
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<br />. Debris Disposal
<br />All debris collected by AshBritt during disaster recovery activities for the City will be disposed of in accordance with
<br />all applicable state, federal and local laws, codes, standards, and regulations. A description of the most common types of
<br />debris generated in recovery operations and the anticipated disposal method are detailed as follows.
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<br />Mulchfrom woody debris reduced by grinding - Potential beneficial uses include utilization as a fuel for
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<br />AshBritl. Inc. I Sunny Isles Beach, FL I RFP No. 08-07-01
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