Disaster Debris Management

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1 Disaster Debris Management APWA Public Works Congress August 19, 2008 Outline Priority Background / Resources Available Planning Region 5 Disaster Debris Recovery Network Discussion 2 1

2 Why are we talking about this? Interested Parties: U.S. EPA EPA Strategic Plan for Homeland Security (ESF#3, #10) Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Department of Agriculture Department of Labor (OSHA) State EPAs & EMAs (Disaster Planning & Preparedness) State & local DOTs, PWs, FDs (first responders) 3 Recoverable Debris Structural Steel Appliances Vehicles Electronics Woody Waste 4 2

3 Problematic Debris Drywall Spoiled Food Utility Poles Treated Wood 5 Problematic Debris Aerosols, cleaners & polishes, lighter fluid, detergents, disinfectants, gas, transmission fluid, oil & filters, batteries, tires, fluorescent bulbs, insecticides, paint & thinner, antifreeze, poisons, pesticides Household Hazardous Waste Management 6 3

4 -> EPA needs to seek ways to add value to federal, state, tribal and local efforts to manage disaster debris 7 Emergency Support Functions (FEMA funded response) ESF #1 - Transportation ESF #2 - Communications ESF #3 - Public Works and Engineering (USACE Lead) ESF #4 - Firefighting ESF #5 - Emergency Management ESF #6 - Mass Care, Housing, and Human Services ESF #7 - Resource Support ESF #8 - Public Health and Medical Services ESF #9 - Urban Search and Rescue ESF #10 - Oil & Hazardous Materials Response (USEPA Lead) ESF #11 - Agriculture and Natural Resources ESF #12 - Energy ESF #13 - Public Safety and Security ESF #14 - Long-Term Community Recovery and Mitigation ESF #15 - External Affairs 8 4

5 FEMA Public Assistance Program Stafford Act Declaration Emergency or Major Disaster Declaration Debris Management Guide ( 07) NEW! Training IS-632 Intro to Debris Operations in FEMA s Public Assistance Program online! E202 Debris Management G202 Debris Management for State, Tribal and Local Officials Online Debris Removal Contractor Registry HAZUS damage & loss estimation tool Analyzes potential losses Estimates hazard-related damage 9 FEMA Contracting ABCs => Maintain eligibility for reimbursement FEMA Public Assistance Program Comply with own procurement procedures Cost analysis Competitive bidding Clear scope of work + Monitoring requirements Obtain references, licenses, financial records, proof of insurance, bonding Document your contracting procedure 10 5

6 Contract Provisions Payment provisions based on unit prices Time & materials ok if within 1 st 70 hrs of actual work Invoice provision (no > 30 day periods) Include Termination for Convenience clause Subcontract plan with limits, approvals Preference for mechanical equipment Crew safety, properly constructed monitoring towers Stump removal Amendments/modifications in writing 11 Pre-disaster Contracts Include all debris types, typical haul distances, size of event for activation Bids for multiple scenarios, varying size events Unit prices (volume/weight) Time & material only if (<70 hrs actual clearance and removal operations) 12 6

7 FEMA Contracting No-No s Sole Source Sign prior to legal review Allow contractors to make eligibility determinations Accept contactor claim FEMA-certified Award contract for staging/processing site prior to checking with State EPA Piggyback on contract awarded by other entity Approve elevated mobilization or unit costs in predisaster or stand-by contracts 13 Examples Equipment Leasing for Clearing of Debris Unit Price Contract for Debris Removal Services Load Tickets Debris Classification Dumpsites Performance Schedule Equipment Reporting Measurement Payment Other Contracts 14 7

8 Example Unit Price Contract for Debris Removal Services Load Tickets Debris Classification Dumpsites Performance Schedule Equipment Reporting Measurement Payment 15 Rapid Response Program Chemical, biological or radioactive sites Removal of debris from federally designated channels Centers of Expertise Hazardous, Toxic & Radioactive Waste, Munitions Debris generation models (+/- 30% accuracy) Q=c(H)(V)(B)(S) Q = volume of debris in CY C = storm category factor (1-5) H = # households (town population / 3) V = vegetation char. (1.1-light, 1.3-medium, 1.5-heavy) B = commercial density (l.0-light, 1.2-medium, 1.3-heavy) S = storm precipitation char. (1.0-none to light, 1.3-med to heavy) Key contact: Tim Gouger timothy.p.gouger@uasce.army.mil 16 8

9 Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service Debris from creeks, streams, non-federally designated navigable and non-navigable channels to prevent threat of flooding or prevent soil erosion and reduce threats to life or property Rural Development Program Emergency Conservation Program Funds Remove debris from farmland, restore fences and conservation structures, provide water for livestock and grade and shape damaged farmland Cost-share up to 75% cost of approved practices Dead poultry, livestock Focus on waterways and impacts on water quality 17 Labor OSHA Disaster Site Worker Course (#7600) Skilled support services, (e.g. utility, demolition, debris removal, or heavy equipment operation) or site clean-up services Focus on respiratory protection Pre-incident planning component Asbestos Advisor 2.0 Interactive compliance assistance tool Interim Guidance on Health and Safety Issues Among Clean-Up Workers Involved with Handling and Burning Debris Guidance on site management, PPE, chemical agents 18 9

10 States States with excellent online resources LA, MS, FL, GA, CA, CT, OH, NY Pre-Demolition Checklists Emergency authorizations (air, water waste) Model contract language (debris management) Exemptions (transfer stations, staging areas) Planning Workgroups Local Emergency Planning Committees 19 Industry

11 U.S. EPA Disaster Debris Management & Disposal Decision Support Tool (v4.2, 9/07) Natural Disasters Dealing with Debris & Damaged Buildings Guidance for handling special circumstances Storage Tanks Electrical equipment (PCBs) Asbestos containing materials (ACM) Burning guidance Planning for Disaster Debris document 21 PNDD Background Purpose Contents Status Updates the 1995 version based on lessons learned from disasters that have occurred since 22 11

12 GAO s recommendation: Background Provide more detailed guidance to state and local entities on managing debris disposal following disasters to better ensure protection of public health and the environment and prevent the creation of future Superfund sites This guidance should address the selection of landfill sites for disaster debris, including advance selection of potential landfill sites, and practices to consider when making special accommodations for debris disposal in emergency situations. 23 Purpose Encourage locals to plan BEFORE a disaster strikes Know that planning allows ample time for decision making, environmental assessments, public comment, and contract procurement/pre-qualification Encourage environmental protectiveness Perform environmental assessments Awareness of environmental hazards and how to handle them Understand management options and possible consequences 24 12

13 Purpose (cont) Understand lessons learned by others Know what others faced, how they handled obstacles, and what they would have done differently Innovative methods for managing disaster debris Disaster debris management plans created by others Encourage recycling where practicable Understand recycling options and obstacles Inform local communities about available resources Learn about various federal, state, and local agencies that can provide assistance 25 Contents Components of a disaster debris management plan Debris management options Segregate wastes and manage each stream appropriately Identify disposal areas and perform environmental assessments in advance Reuse/recycle where possible to minimize the burden on landfills Examples of local and state plans State guidance documents Federal, state, and local resources Case studies and lessons learned from recent disasters 26 13

14 PNDD vs. FEMA DD Guide FEMA Debris Management Guide (7/07) ( Logistics of debris management Planning for Public Assistance Grant eligibility No reference to environmental regulations Refers to federal, state, and local regulations EPA Planning for Natural Disaster Debris (3/08) Concerned with environmental protectiveness Recommendations not requirements for FEMA assistance 27 Headquarters OSW Contacts: James Michael Homeland Security Dr. Kimberly Cochran - Reuse/Recycling & Disposal Office of Research and Development Contacts: Paul Lemieux, Susan Thorneloe, Nancy Adams, Fran Kremer, Thabet Tolaymat Disaster Debris Management and Disposal Decision Support Tool Homeland Security Research Center 28 14

15 Region 4 Contacts: Davy Simonson Hurricane Response Landfill Specialty Team Guidance documents Landfill screening document 29 Region 5 Contact: Paul Ruesch Incident Management Team Resource Support Corps Disaster Debris Recovery Network States Tribes Industry Landfill Specialty Team Special Waste Management 30 15

16 31 Incident Command Structure 32 16

17 Disaster Debris Recovery Network Goal: Provide support tools for responders: Incident Management Teams (Planning Section) States, local governments Businesses, contractors Objectives: 1) Define the WHERE & WHO for specific debris streams Focus on proper disposal and recovery 2) Build capacity of debris management contractors 3) Share information with state & local governments 33 DDRN Components I. Information resource - Safe & proper waste management - Increase recovery & recycling - Minimize open burning/landfilling of recoverables II. Awareness Program - Ensure debris management contractors are wellequipped and prepared III. State/Tribal networking & information sharing - Facilitate state network to share information on planning, guidance, policies and resources 34 17

18 I. Information Resource Quick & easy access to updated, accurate info on debris management options/assets User friendly, easily accessible (like Google) Assist in establishing practicable incident objectives, action plans Database & GIS Mapping application Include industry lists: NDA, CMRA, APWA, ISRI, NAHMMA, ARCA, SWANA Incorporate state/federal lists: FEMA Debris Contractor Registry EPA OHS Facility Registry System State, local listings of facilities

19 II. Capacity Building Awareness program for contractors Incident command system Field safety, worker health & protection Contracting / reimbursement procedures Insurance / liability FEMA Public Assistance Program Possible pre-qualification of debris management contractors Institutionalized training/certification program Industry specific University or industry sponsor Online tools 37 III. State/Tribal Network Share information on debris related disaster preparedness & planning info: Contacts (local, state, federal, industry) Policies, guidance Technical information & available resources Model contract language Tools Develop debris management annexes to ESF#3 plans in state emergency operations plan 38 19

20 Comments / Questions? What are your priorities or areas of interest for disaster debris management / planning? Any interesting experiences to share? U.S. EPA Region 5 (Chicago) Paul Ruesch ruesch.paul@epa.gov

21 Disaster Debris Management Resources August 19, 2008 APWA Congress Session Code: 4521 Why are we talking about this? EPA Strategic Plan for Homeland Security FEMA Public Assistance Program Debris Management Guide ( 07) NEW! Training E202 Debris Management G202 Debris Management for State, Tribal and Local Officials IS-632 Intro to Debris Operations in FEMA s Public Assistance Program Debris Removal Contractor Registry HAZUS damage & loss estimation tool US Army Corps of Engineers Hazardous, Toxic & Radioactive Waste, Munitions Centers of Expertise USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Rural Development Program Emergency Conservation Program OSHA Outreach Training Program for Disaster Site Worker Course (#7600) The Asbestos Advisor NIOSH Interim Guidance on Health and Safety Issues Among Clean-Up Workers Involved with Handling and Burning Debris

22 Disaster Debris Management Resources August 19, 2008 APWA Congress Session Code: 4521 State Resources Wisconsin Pre-Demolition Checklist Wisconsin Demolition Debris Guidance on the Management of Debris Resulting from Natural Disasters or Planned Demolition Activities Examples of excellent State websites/resources: LA: FL: GA: 0558b9d/f715ec607d3bddc e30055c99a?OpenDocument PA: Industry American Society of Civil Engineers Live Interactive Web Seminars U.S. EPA Dealing with Debris & Damaged Buildings Burning guidance Planning for Disaster Debris document Disaster Debris Recovery Network U.S. EPA Region 5 Paul Ruesch ruesch.paul@epa.gov