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CROWDER CrowderGulf RFP Disaster Debris Management and Disposal Services 18-04-02 I City of Sunny Isles Beach, FL 1 ; > Debris Recovery Operations Debris Recovery consists of the removal and disposal of FEMA eligible storm-related debris in order to ensure the orderly recovery of the community, and eliminate less immediate threats to public health and safety. The debris removal, reduction and disposal ` ! procedures are addressed in specific detail in the following paragraphs. I Important Operational Considerations:At this point in the operation,decisions regarding the movement,storage, reduction and disposal of the debris will have a huge impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall project.As in all CrowderGulf debris operations, we apply a set of standard principles to managing debris operations which include but are not limited to the following: ' • Never load debris on a truck before the dump site has been identified. I • Handle onlydebris that meets FEMA's eligibility criteria. 9 ty • Sort debris before initial loading, whenever possible,to increase efficiency. I • Clean streets/roads thoroughly at each pass, i.e., "Clean As You Go" policy. • If at all possible, load debris only once and deliver directly to the final disposal site. • Use temporary debris management sites(TDMS)only when they increase operational efficiency. I • Use the most efficient reduction method approved by the client. • Recycle if costs to benefits are favorable. • Use privately-owned or if available, publicly-owned landfills for final disposal. 111 Collection Methods The fundamental component of a debris management strategy is the collection of debris. Implementation of debris collection immediately after a disaster event will assure the public that recovery efforts are in progress and that the community will return to normal quickly. The debris type, amount, and urgency determines which collection method is used. The two main methods of debris collection are curbside collection and collection centers. Both types of collection methods may be used and will be determined by the City of Sunny Isles Beach. Curbside collection requires that only storm related debris be placed at the curb or public rights-of-way. Source-segregated debris collection offers the potential of high salvage value and efficient recycling/reduction processing. This method is important when collecting hazardous and environmentally sensitive debris,such as household hazardous waste and white goods. Collecting mixed debris allows for residents to place all debris types in one specified area, usually along the public rights-of-way in front of their j residence. While this is the most convenient for the public, it does not facilitate effective recycling and reduction efforts,as the debris will need to be handled multiple times. This method prolongs recycling and reduction efforts and increases operational costs. ps Collection Centers,the second type of collection method, relies on having residents transport their debris to a common location. Large roll-off bins may be placed on public rights-of-way or public property for the residents to bring their debris for collection. Separate bins can be designated for particular types of debris. If Collection Centers are used,they must be monitored to ensure only of the citizens use the Center and all debris is storm-related eligible debris. Regardless of the collection methods used, educating the residents before a disaster occurs and keeping them informed after a disaster about the how, when and where of the debris removal operations, will alleviate a lot of stress for everyone. CrowderGulf can assist with keeping the public informed with the information needed to get their debris removed safely and in a timely manner. Debris Types The City of Sunny Isles Beach will determine the scope of the debris to be managed under this contract. However, CrowderGulf is prepared to assist the City in hauling,reducing and disposing of all eligible debris types in accordance with FEMA 325 guidelines. These include:vegetative debris, construction &demolition (C&D)debris, hazardous wastes, white goods, household hazardous waste (HHW), electronic waste (e-goods), abandoned vehicles and vessels, putrescent debris, infectious waste, chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear-contaminated debris. The following diagram is a breakdown of the general debris stream: I 62