TSWAN. Tribal Solid Waste Advisory Network

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1 Tribal Solid Waste Advisory Network TSWAN Mission Statement: We, the members of the Tribal Solid Waste Advisory Network, gather together to combine our voices to pursue natural resources, cultural and environmental protection for our Communities through waste management. Vision Statement: We envision the restoration of our traditional, natural and cultural ways.

2 TSWAN BACKGROUND Organized in 1997 as an ad hoc committee to discuss tribal waste issues. Increased constituency from an initial 5 tribes to currently 32 members throughout WA, OR, ID, and AK Focus on programs where all members benefit: Document Development, Training, Program Development, Educuation Opportunities, Policy Forums

3 TSWAN INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN TEMPLATE Recommendation: TSWAN should consider developing a solid waste management plan template, guidance, and training package. The template should be complete enough so tribes wishing to use the template can customize a plan with a minimum of effort and technical expertise.

4 The TSWAN IWMP Template Options and Recommendations for each Chapter The chosen alternatives become the basic structure of the plan, customized by the user to fit their individual situations. Includes: Checklists for information gathering Worksheets for inserting information and data Instructions for completing each chapter and section A customized plan Meets all of the required elements of an Integrated Waste Management Plan Requires minimal expertise

5 The TSWAN IWMP Template The template was developed with three building blocks: 1. Checklists Checklists for each chapter are included so tribes are able to collect the information and data needed to be able to complete each chapter of the plan. Data obtained is then placed into the appropriate places in the worksheets for placement into the chapters. 2. Instructions for completion The companion to the template is the how-to manual for completing the document, such as how to choose those alternatives best fitting a tribal situation, where to gather the data needed, how to use the date in the document, and formulas for the data to determine needs, uses, and outcomes. 3. An actual example of verbiage and tables to be used. The template offers the appearance of a plan document using sample verbiage, tables, and insertion points for individual tribal information.

6 IWMP Template Elements Chapter 1: Introduction Background, Goals, Tribe Characteristics Chapter 2: Waste Characterization Population, Waste Stream Chapter 3: Existing Systems Waste Collection & Disposal, Existing Facilities, Illegal Dumping, System Needs Chapter 4: Recycling Existing Programs, Desired Programs, Community Outreach, Program Monitoring and Incentives Chapter 5: Special Wastes C&D Wastes, Household Hazardous Waste, Scrap Tires Chapter 6: Public Education & Outreach Waste Reduction, Program Development, Recommendations Chapter 7: Implementation Administration, Contractual Services, Financial Obligations and Funding (assistance and opportunities), Monitoring and Reporting Practices

7 SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS Safety and Health Plan Hazardous Chemical Program Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist Hazardous Assessment for PPE Guidance for Developing a Rate Structure

8 INFORMATION CHECKLIST Chapter/Section Data Source Chapter 2 Solid Waste Generation Section 2 Residential Hauler Landfill State Average Per Capital for Waste Disposal Commercial Hauler Landfill State Average Per Capital for Waste Disposal

9 CONDUCTING A WASTE AUDIT Use this worksheet if you need a more detailed profile of the amounts and types of waste generated on the reservation. This worksheet provides step-by-step instructions for sorting, weighing and recording data on the waste stream your reservation generates. Two different types of sampling methods can be used during a waste audit. The first method is to collect and sort all the waste generated during the day. This is the most practical method for smaller reservations. The second method is to use a representative sample of approximately 50 pounds of waste from each collection container (i.e., dumpster) at the reservation. This is more appropriate for larger reservations. If you elect to analyze a representative sample, be sure your sorting sample is truly representative. Waste generation and waste components can vary significantly from day to day, season to season and year to year. In addition, periodic events such as holiday parties and special orders can affect your facility s waste stream. If you suspect that the waste sample being sorted is not truly representative of your reservation s waste generating practices, consult with your representative trash collection or operations manager for input on the accuracy of the data. Make a note on this worksheet of any results you believe are not accurate. When sorting a sample, you will still need to weigh or estimate one day s worth of waste in order to extrapolate annual estimates for each waste category.

10 2 Calculating Net Component Weights A. Weigh each filled waste container and subtract the weight of the container (from 1-B) to obtain the net component weight. Record the net component weight on the spaces provided on the Waste Sort Form, if you did not sort these waste component subcategories, proceed to Step 2-C. B. If you sorted the waste components into subcategories, add their weights together and record the total waste component weight on the Waste Sort Form. C. Add all the total waste component weight figures to determine the total sample weight and record this total on the Waste Sort Form. 3 Calculating Percent of Total Sample Weight Use the following formula and the figures recorded in the Net Component Weight column of the Waste Sort Form to compute the percentage each component constitutes the total weight of the sample. Repeat the calculation for each waste component under consideration and record the results in the Percent of Total Sample Weight column on the Waste Sort Form. (Note: If you sorted the waste components into component subcategories, you also may choose to calculate the percentage of the sample occupied by each waste component subcategory, depending on the level of information you are interested in). Net component weight / Total sample weight X 100 = % of Total Sample Weight

11 Instructions for Completing Chapter 2 Step 1: Obtain Data Solid Waste Quantities Refer to the Information Checklist in Appendix C for sources of waste generation data. Data on the quantity of waste generated can be obtained from the following sources Disposal data from haulers and landfills Recycling data from haulers and recycling centers Waste haulers data can be used determine the breakdown of generation by sector (residential or commercial). This data is typically based on the type of account and level of service (number of days per week and size of container) information. Step 2: Calculations and Projections Waste Generation The solid waste quantity data is then used to calculate total waste generation. Waste generation is calculated by adding the annual tons disposed to the annual tons recycled or diverted, as indicated in the following formula: Waste Generation (tons) = Disposal + Diversion = [number of tons disposed] + [number of tons diverted] = [Total number] of tons generated

12 Step 3: Prepare Plan Sections Sample language for the description of population, housing and visitor sections of the Plan are included at the beginning of this chapter. Tables have been prepared for incorporation of the numeric data.

13 Section 2 Waste Stream Generation The majority of solid waste from the [insert name] reservation is transported for disposal to the [insert name] Landfill in [County name]. The figure below indicates historical waste disposed by year from the [insert name] reservation through [insert year]. As indicated, there has been a steady increase in total tonnage disposed. In [insert year], the amount of waste generated on the [insert name] reservation was [insert number] tons. Waste Generated, by Sector SECTOR TONS DISPOSED TONS DIVERTED TONS GENERATED (Disposed + Diverted) Residential [insert number] [insert number] [insert number] Commercial [insert number] [insert number] [insert number] Industrial [insert number] [insert number] [insert number] Total [insert number] [insert number] [insert number]

14 Template Usage TSWAN has provided this template to over 50 tribes throughout the United States. TSWAN members have used the template to successfully complete their Integrated Waste Management Plans or update older plans.

15 Advantages to Using the Template Each chapter is designed to stand alone, making updates easy and efficient, especially as implementation takes place. Cost effective. Can typically be completed by staff or an intern. TSWAN maintains updated versions as changes occur

16 Questions?

17 For More Information Contact TSWAN Kami Snowden TSWAN Executive Director PO Box 505 Cheney, WA Phone/Fax: TSWAN Website: