Planning, Building & Environmental Services
1195 Third Street, Suite 210 Napa, CA 94559 www.countyofnapa.org
David Morrison Director
Instructions for Submitting a Debris and Ash Removal Plan
Please review the instruction steps and requirements provided in their entirety to ensure you can prepare and submit a complete Debris and Ash Removal (DAR) Application and Plan for approval by Napa County Planning, Building and Environmental Services (PBES).
1. Review the DAR Application and Plan requirements and compile all the required information. Visit: countyofnapa.org/2074/Fire-Debris-Information for documents, resources, and FAQ’s. (Note: be sure you are familiar with all the requirements and approved debris cleanup options for your property.)
2. Once your DAR Application and Plan are completed and ready for a review, please follow the steps (a-c, below) to use our online scheduling system to schedule a phone appointment with PBES (due to COVID social distancing protocols, in-person appointments are limited to submittal appointments only). The phone appointment will allow PBES to help ensure your DAR Application and Plan is complete and avoid any unnecessary visits to the PBES Office. For general questions about the debris removal processes, please call 707-299-1350 before scheduling an appointment.
a. From the PBES Site you can click the “Appointment Requests” button and follow the system prompts to enter your property information, contact information, then review and confirm. b. Once completed, click the “Schedule Date/Time” button and follow the prompts to select a date/time, and confirm the contact information and appointment time. c. Once you have finished and successfully scheduled your appointment, you will receive an email confirmation. If you cannot schedule online, please call (707) 299-1350 for assistance.
3. During your over-the-phone DAR Application and Plan review appointment, PBES staff will walk you through the application, and go over the required DAR Plan submittal documents so you will be ready to submit your fully completed documents. Following your phone appointment, compile all the required documents listed below, and then submit the fully completed, signed DAR Application and Plan either by email to [email protected] or in-person (by appointment, using steps a-c above for our online system).
✓ Fully completed DAR Application and Plan, including site plan(s), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, and signed by the authorized property owner (a signed Authorized Agent Form may be necessary if a property owner is designating another party to act on their behalf or for instances when a property is owned by a Trust, LLC or other legal entity or there are multiple owners needing to designate one authorized agent)
4. Upon submission of the DAR Application and Plan (either by email or in-person by appointment), PBES staff will conduct a final completeness review, verify owner/agent information for property, finish the intake processes, and approve the application. Staff will provide you a hardcopy (and/or email) of your entire approved DAR Plan for your records. NAPA COUNTY David Morrison Director, PBES PLANNING, BUILDING, AND Christine Secheli ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Environmental Health Director Division of Environmental Health Dr. Karen Relucio 1195 Third Street, Suite 210, Napa CA 94559 Health Officer Telephone 707-253-4417
PRIVATELY CONDUCTED HAZARDOUS WASTE/ASBESTOS & DEBRIS AND ASH REMOVAL (DAR) RELATED TO WILDFIRES (under the authority of a declared local emergency and public health emergency*)
There are two phases needed to complete the debris and ash removal process: Phase I Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Asbestos Removal and Phase II Debris and Ash Removal.
PHASE I – Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Asbestos Removal
Debris and ash from residential structure fires may contain hazardous substances. Exposure to hazardous substances may lead to acute and chronic health effects, and may potentially cause long- term public health and environmental impacts. For structures built before 1990, it is critical to identify and properly handle certain building materials such as siding, roofing titles, and insulation that may contain asbestos. Household hazardous waste such as paint, gasoline, cleaning products, pesticides, compressed gas cylinders and chemicals may have been stored in homes, garages, or sheds that may have burned in the fire must also be removed.
For large wildfire events, the initial Phase I process is generally overseen by a government agency that will remove visible hazardous waste and bulk asbestos containing materials. The removal of residual asbestos containing materials is the responsibility of the property owner. If Phase I is not handled by a government agency the homeowner is responsible for completing all of Phase I prior to moving on to Phase II.
Who is Responsible for Phase I Material Removal?
If there is a Phase I If there is NO Phase I Government Program Government Program Notes: Materials: Government Owner Owner * Debris and Ash Removal (DAR) Plan Bulk Asbestos Yes No Yes** will address any hazardous materials Hazardous Waste Yes No* Yes found during phase II. ** Additional Asbestos requirements for Residual Asbestos No Yes** Yes** homes/structures built before 1990.
Page 1 of 20 Owners and their consultants shall refer to the Department of Toxics Substances Control (DTSC) Phase I Field Procedures for Disaster Response (2020) for guidance on Phase I requirements. This document is incorporated as applicable, to the Private Debris and Ash Removal Plan requirements.
To manage bulk and/or residual asbestos, owners must have the property assessed by a Certified Asbestos Consultant. Any asbestos identified by the consultant must be removed by a licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractor.
If the owner is responsible for Phase I, they are also responsible for the identification and legal disposal of all hazardous waste, bulk asbestos and residual asbestos. Such operation must be handled by appropriately licensed and certified individuals including but not limited to, certification pursuant to HAZWOPER Title 8, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 5192 (8 CCR 5192); and Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 1910.120 (29 CFR 1910.120), as applicable. An environmental consulting firm may be able to assist with both hazardous waste and asbestos identification and removal. Questions about certifications should be directed to Environmental Health at (707) 299-1350.
Prior to moving on to Phase II, the owner must obtain a report from the asbestos consultant that summarizes the quantity and type of asbestos that was removed and the manner in which it was legally disposed. If the owner was responsible for Phase I removal of hazardous waste they must submit evidence of where and how those materials were disposed of along with copies of disposal receipts.
PHASE II – DEBRIS AND ASH REMOVAL
Owners and their qualified contractors with a valid class A-General Engineering, Class B or C-21 Building Moving, Demolition license (including but not limited to, certrification pursuant to HAZWOPER Title 8, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 5192 (8 CCR 5192); and Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 1910.120 (29 CFR 1910.120), as applicable) may perform debris and ash removal. Before any debris and ash removal work may begin, owners must submit verification that all hazardous materials and asbestos containing materials have been removed and must obtain approval of a Debris and Ash Removal (DAR) Application (Attachment A) and Debris and Ash Removal Plan.
Information regarding DAR Plan requirements is provided in the application. If an owner or their contractor has further questions about a DAR Plan, please contact PBES by phone at 707-253-4417. The DAR Plan must include the information:
Descriptions of the property, including the structures, improvements, vehicles, debris areas, and other site features proposed for cleanup. Procedures for removal of any residual HHW and/or asbestos discovered during the cleanup of debris and ash. Agreement that required notifications will be made to utility companies, as applicable to the property, before work begins. Proposals for controlling dust during removal and transport. Procedures for disposal of all debris, ash, recycled materials, and green waste. Identification and protection of any on-site wells, water tanks, and septic systems. Proposed measures for storm water pollution prevention.
Page 2 of 20 Soil sampling and testing plan, including the name of the qualified professional who will be conducting the collection and testing.
Once the DAR Plan has been approved by the County and verification of Phase I has been submitted, debris removal work can begin. It is strongly recommended that you or your contractor contact the landfill you will be using for the disposal of fire related debris and ash beforehand and make sure they are allowed to take such waste. If you have questions, you may call PBES staff at 707-253-4417.
After debris and ash, removal is complete and soil testing shows that the site has been cleaned to meet the local standard (See “Soil Confirmation Sampling” in the Instructions for Attachment A below), the owner must complete and submit a Debris and Ash Removal Self-Certification of Completion (Attachment B) to PBES.
Foundation: Please be advised that prior to issuance of any building permit to reuse an existing foundation for a property where a structure fire occurred, PBES will require a California Registered Civil or Structural Engineer to certify the existing concrete footings/foundations, slabs, and under-slab utilities proposed to be re-used. The submittal shall include structural reasons for the decision and include process and procedure used to reach the conclusion.
Approval of a Debris and Ash Removal (DAR) Application by the County and completion of the work is required before any building permit to reconstruct will be issued. Owners are strongly encouraged to submit a DAR Application and Plan as soon as possible to ensure future construction.
NOTE: If debris and ash is not removed under the terms of an approved Plan and Permit (see below), affected properties may be declared a public nuisance and the debris and ash removed by the County. The cost of County removal is subject to full recovery with a lien recorded on the property should expenses not be paid by the owner.
* For individual burned home incidences doing cleanup under no declared local emergencies, this document shall be used as guidance for Best Management Practices related to hazardous materials/asbestos removal and debris and ash removal.
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Page 4 of 20 APN:______( ) Hennessey ( ) Glass Planning, Building & Environmental Services 1195 Third Street, Suite 210 Napa, CA 94559 www.countyofnapa.org
David Morrison Director
ATTACHMENT A DEBRIS & ASH REMOVAL (DAR) APPLICATION AND PLAN
Who needs to complete this Application? Owners of fire damaged or destroyed residential, agricultural, accessory and commercial structures conducting private cleanup after a fire.
As indicated in the instructions, property owners must also submit a DAR Plan along with this Application. Once this Application and DAR Plan are accepted, and verification of the completion of the Phase I removal of hazardous waste and asbestos is provided, debris and ash removal may begin. Following completion of the removal work, documentation of proper disposal and a Self-Certification of Completion must be submitted.
Property and Owner Information:
Name Property Address Assessor’s Parcel # Mailing Address Phone Email Year(s) destroyed structures were built: Property served by public water: ( ) Yes ( ) No Private Well on site: ( ) Yes ( ) No Property served by public sewer: ( ) Yes ( ) No Septic System on site: ( ) Yes ( ) No
Phase I. Hazardous Waste /Asbestos Removal (HHW)Name of Environmental Consulting Firm Address/Phone Name of Asbestos Testing Firm Address/Phone Name of Asbestor Removal Contractor Address/Phone
Phase II. Debris and Ash Removal
Who will perform the debris and ash removal? ( ) Owner ( ) Licensed Contractor
Page 5 of 20 If Contractor, please provide the following: Name of Contractor License Number Phone Number Start Date
Soil Sampling
Name of consultant or qualified professional conducting the soil sampling: Name Address Phone email
I, the undersigned, do hereby agree to and certify the following:
I shall comply with all requirements of the Debris and Ash Removal (“DAR”) Plan (items 1-10 on pages 9- 18) of the Debris and Ash Removal Application and Plan Attachment A and hereby include those requirements as a part of my DAR Plan, which is attached and automatically incorporated by reference herein.
I understand the ash and debris on my property may still contain hazardous substances and can be a health hazard. I have reviewed the HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & DEBRIS AND ASH REMOVAL document, Attachment A (Debris and Ash Removal Application and Plans), and the requirements, specifications, and instructions to remove debris and ash from my property. I understand that I am assuming responsibility for HHW and/or debris and ash removal at the above-referenced property and this work will be completed at my own cost. I have also reviewed Attachment B (Debris and Ash Removal Self-Certification of Completion Form). I understand that all items in Attachment B (Self-Certification of Completion Form) shall be completed and all required documentation provided to PBES, including completing all required soil sampling and/or removal as indicated in Attachment A, #7 and #8 before a building permit will be issued. The debris removal project shall not deviate from the approved DAR plan without written approval from the Napa County Department of Planning, Building and Environmental Services.
I certify that I am the owner or authorized agent of the real property located at the above address. I hereby certify that I have full power and authority to execute this DAR Application and Plan without the need for any further action, including but not limited to, notice or approval from any other party.
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Page 6 of 20 I consent and agree that any electronic signature, as defined by Civil Code sec. 1633.2(h), affixed on this Attachment A shall have the full force and effect as a wet or manual signature. I also agree that this Attachment A may be executed in counterparts, and all such counterparts shall together constitute one and the same Attachment A. In lieu of personal delivery, I understand that I may elect, at my own option and at my own risk, to transmit to Napa County the signatures required on this Attachment A in the following manners:
By utilizing an electronic or digital service procured by Napa County (e.g., Docusign), if available; or
By email attachment a complete, legible, and fully executed copy of this form and all accompanying documentation. I understand that I am responsible to ensure complete, legible, timely, and accurate transmission of such documents, and Napa County shall not be held responsible for any errors or omissions related to electronic transmission, including but not limited to errors resulting from failed or delayed transmission, delays resulting from SPAM filters, electronic communication equipment, inability to open attached documents, or other failure of Napa County to timely receive and act upon these documents. Email (attached as PDF): [email protected]
______Property Owner Name (printed) Date
______Property Owner Signature
______Property Address Assessor’s Parcel Number
For Official Use Only: DAR Permit#______
Work Plan is attached and accepted by PBES-Environmental Health on the ______day of ______, 20_____.
Name:______
Signature:______
RETURN A COPY OF THIS SIGNED APPLICATION TO THE PROPERTY OWNER ALONG WITH THE SITE PLAN, OWNER INFORMATION AND SWPPP INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP ORIGINAL.
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Page 8 of 20 Debris and Ash Removal (DAR) Plan-Attachment A (continued)
Site Description
A general description of the physical site where debris and ash removal will occur is required. Provide a description of the structures (dwelling, guest house, storage building, barn, etc.), improvements, vehicles, debris areas, and other site features to be addressed through this site cleanup effort. Include locations of septic and leach fields and wells, water tanks, or other water sources. Measure and record foundation areas. Identify any property-specific hazards, such as swimming pools, mine shafts, propane tanks, etc. Provide a detailed site map as an attachment.
Site Description Included/Attached
1. Household Hazardous Waste/Asbestos Removal
Household Hazardous Waste and Asbestos should have been removed during Phase I. If any known or suspected Asbestos is encountered during debris and ash removal owner should stop and immediately contact the Certified Asbestos Consultant for assistance. If any hazardous waste is encountered during Phase II it must be collected, transported, and legally disposed of.
I understand what is required if additional hazardous materials or asbestos are encountered during debris and ash removal.
2. Notification
Notification of debris and ash removal should be made to the following for safety and coordination:
Underground Services Alert (USA) must be notified at least 48 hours prior to any excavation. http://811express.com or call 811 The local power provider must be notified prior to removal of any damaged structure to ensure the electrical power has been shut off. All local utilities should be contacted, if applicable, to obtain shut off plans for utilities at destroyed structures.
I agree to notify the above as required.
3. Operational Controls a. Site Safety All operations should be conducted to protect the health and safety of all personnel on site, consistent with Cal OSHA standards. If property owners are completing the removal, Cal OSHA guidelines should be followed to protect themselves. Install new address signs, if needed. b. Dust Control Property owners or their contractors must provide water or an approved dust palliative, or both, to prevent dust nuisance at each site. Dust resulting from performance of the work shall be controlled at all times. Each area of ash and debris to be removed must be pre-watered 48 to 72 hours in advance of the removal. Hoses with a fine spray nozzle are recommended. The water must be applied in a manner that does not
Page 9 of 20 generate runoff. Engineering controls for storm water discharges must be in place prior to dust control operations. All loads shall be covered with a tarp; this includes metal debris. Ash and debris loads shall be fully encapsulated with a tarp (“burrito wrap” method). Concrete loads are exempt from a tarp provided the loads are wetted prior to leaving. If concrete loads generate dust, then the loads must be wetted and covered. All waste material that is not unloaded at the end of each workday should be consolidated, sufficiently wetted, and/or covered to prevent the offsite migration of contaminants. All visibly dry disturbed soil surface areas of operation should be watered to minimize dust emissions during performance of work. Speeds must be reduced when driving on unpaved roadways. Procedures must be implemented to prevent or minimize dirt, soil, or ash contaminating roadways, neighboring parcels, or creating an airborne health hazard. The use of blower devices, dry rotary brushes, or brooms for removal of carryout and track out on public roads is strictly prohibited. c. Vehicle and Roadway Safety If removal activities on property owners’ parcels will create a roadway blockage or hinder traffic patterns, property owners or their contractors are responsible for obtaining any required local permits and shall post all warning signs, as required by local ordinances. As there may be many contractors actively working on remediation efforts in the burn area, it is in property owners’ best interests to identify removal and remediation efforts in adjacent areas that could impact the ability to locate, park, or transport equipment and materials.
I agree to comply with all the operational controls listed above.
4. Material Disposal a. Debris and Ash Disposal You should call ahead to determine if the landfill will accept fire debris and ash-depending on their current permitting status they may or may not be allowed to accept this waste. ▪ Clover Flat Landfill, 4380 Silverado Trail North, Calistoga, CA 94515 (707) 963-7988 ▪ Redwood Landfill, 8950 Redwood Hwy, Novato, CA 94595 (866) 909-4458 ▪ Potrero Hills Landfill, 3675 Potrero Hills Lane, Suisun City, CA 94585 (707) 432-4627 You will likely be required to provide a copy of your accepted Private Debris and Ash Removal Application to be allowed to dispose of your debris. Be sure to obtain a receipt for waste disposal from the landfill operator-you will need to submit a copy to the Environmental Health Division as part of the private debris and ash removal completion certification process. Debris and ash must be wetted within 48 to 72 hours before being fully encapsulated with a tarp (“burrito wrap” method) and transported for disposal. All HHW should have already been removed during Phase I prior to this Phase II debris and ash removal. If, however, during debris removal additional HHW are found, such as compressed gas cylinders, propane tanks, drums, batteries, paint, and other chemicals, etc., those shall be set aside for later collection and not placed in the debris or ash waste stream. This HHW may be taken by the owner to the Napa-Vallejo WMA Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. Call (800) 984-9661 for details. b. Metal Recycling Contractors, metal recycling contractors, and/or owners are encouraged to recycle as much metal as possible. The Work Plan must provide an estimate of metal recycled from the property. This estimate must document the nature and types of metals, such as passenger vehicle, recreational vehicles, farm equipment, metal waste, etc. Page 10 of 20 Metal may be taken to: ▪ Devlin Road Transfer Station, 889 Devlin Road, American Canyon 707- 256-3500 x1220 ▪ Clover Flat Landfill, 4830 Silverado Trail North, Calistoga 707-963-7988 ▪ Steel Mill Supply of Napa, 465 Napa Junction Road, American Canyon 707-226-3950 Regardless of where you take your metal, final documentation of recycling must be included as part of the Self-Certification of Completion. c. Inert Waste (Concrete and Masonry) Inert debris includes concrete from foundations, building slabs, pathways and driveways, cured asphalt, ceramics, plaster, and brick may be disposed of in the same locations as the debris and ash; however, it is strongly recommended that clean concrete be taken to an approved concrete recycling facility. Contact Syar Industries, 707-252-8711 or Devlin Road Transfer Station, 707-256-3500 x1220. Regardless of where you take your concrete and masonry, final documentation of recycling must be included as part of the Self-Certification of Completion. d. Green Waste/Trees Green waste will be accepted at the Napa Materials Diversion Facility, 820 Levitin Way, off Hwy 29 & Tower Rd on the border of Napa and American Canyon. Trees that pose a hazard to the home site or to workers during debris removal activities, or that will pose a hazard during reconstruction activities, shall be removed. Trees may be cut and set aside for firewood or taken off site and recycled as desired by property owners. e. Vehicles If the owner has the vehicle’s title: If the salvage yard will accept the vehicle’s Title for disposal, the vehicle can be towed and signed over to the salvage yard and the car can be disposed of. If the If the salvage yard will not accept the Title for disposal below. Vehicles that are fully covered by insurance but the Title is missing: If the vehicle’s loss was fully covered by the insurance company, the vehicle owner shall request a “Non-Repairable Certificate” from the insurance company. The “Non-Repairable Certificate” can then be presented to the salvage yard and the vehicle can be towed and disposed of. Vehicles that are not fully covered by insurance and the Title is missing: The vehicle owner shall apply for a duplicate Title by going to a California DMV and completing Form Reg 227 – Vehicle Vessel Transfer or Form Reg 262 – Vehicle Reassignment Form. After completing said form, the owner then is required to complete Form Reg 462. Form Reg 462 can then be presented to the salvage yard and the vehicle can be towed and disposed of. Contact Environmental Health - Environmental Health may also be able to provide Form Reg 262. Environmental Health Staff may be contacted at 707-253-4417.
I will manage debris and ash, metal, inert waste, green waste and vehicles as noted above.
5. Well and Septic Protection a. Well Safety Contact the Environmental Health division at 707-253-4471 for water safety questions or to obtain information on well repair permits. If you will be rewiring electrical lines to your well you will also need to contact the Building division at 707-253-4417. Identify wells and water tanks on the property and take steps to protect them during debris removal. b. Septic Systems
Page 11 of 20 Contact Environmental Health at 707-253-4471 for questions regarding your system location. Any electrical work will require a permit from the Building division. Identify septic tank and leach field locations and take steps to protect them during debris removal. Any immediate hazard involving the septic tank or septic system shall be mitigated prior to debris removal.
I will identify and protect wells and septic as required. N/A public sewer and water.
6. Storm water Pollution Prevention Follow best management erosion and sediment control practices (BMPs) to prevent ash, soil, and other pollutants from washing into the street, drainage courses and culverts, or onto neighboring properties. BMPs shall be to the satisfaction of the Planning, Building and Environmental Services, Engineering Division. SWPPP checklist has been completed and is included as a part of this plan. Stockpiled materials that are not immediately loaded for transport shall be handled and stored on site in such a manner as to avoid offsite migration. Stockpiles may be stored for up to 180 days. This may include wetting and covering the waste until it is loaded and transported. Locate stockpiles away from drainage courses, drain inlets or concentrated flows of storm water. If a stockpile is classified as hazardous waste, it must be transported to a hazardous waste landfill. Hazardous materials and refuse must be kept in closed containers that are covered and utilize secondary containment, not directly on soil. Hazardous Waste landfill: ▪ Kettleman Hills Hazardous Waste Facility Address: 35251 Skyline Road, Kettleman City, CA 93239 Phone: (866) 909-4458 If the stockpile is non-hazardous, it can be sent to a Class Three (3) landfill. Local Class Three (3) landfills: ▪ Clover Flat LandFill Address: 4380 Silverado Trail N, Calistoga, CA 94515 Phone: (707) 963-7988 ▪ Redwood Landfill Address: 8950 Redwood Hwy, Novato, CA 94595 Phone: (866) 909-4458 ▪ Potrero Hills Landfill Address: 3675 Potrero Hills Lane, Suisun City, CA 94585 Phone: (707) 432-4627 During the project rainy season, cover non-active soil stockpiles and contain them within temporary perimeter sediment barriers, such as berms, dikes, silt fences, or sandbag barriers. A soil stabilization measure may be used in lieu of cover. Implement appropriate erosion control measures during debris removal and provide final site stabilization after debris removal is completed. PBES staff will assist applicants with the scope of these minimum requirements with submittal of the attached Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Checklist.
I understand and will comply with the above.
Page 12 of 20 7. Soil Confirmation Sampling
Ash and debris from residential and commercial structures burned by fires can contain concentrated amounts of heavy metals, such as antimony, arsenic, cadmium, copper, lead, mercury, and zinc. These metals may contaminate the soil beneath the ash and debris impacted area.
Fire-impacted properties within Napa County are required to meet established cleanup standards. The Napa County Planning, Building and Environmental Services Dept. (PBES) is responsible for ensuring private cleanups meet the standards. A qualified professional must conduct the initial soil sampling.
There are two ways to meet the cleanup standards:
1. Meet the established soil sampling cleanup goals (if provided by a government agency).
The cleanup goals are derived from background soil samples collected outside of impacted areas within identified geologic areas of each fire incident. The objective of background soil sampling is to help establish naturally-occurring or anthropogenic (originating from historic human activities) metal concentrations. Statistical analyses are conducted on the background data to be incorporated into cleanup goals. Cleanup goals are the benchmark to which confirmation soil samples results are compared.
Confirmation soil samples shall be collected to help confirm that fire-related contaminants are not present in soils beneath or adjacent to impacted structures. Confirmation sampling protocol is based on the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s “Superfund Lead-Contaminated Residential Sites Handbook” (EPA 2003).
Confirmation sampling shall be conducted immediately following the completion of debris removal activities. Once the ash and debris has been removed from an impacted area, a 3”- 6” layer of soil shall be removed from the ash footprint. Confirmation sampling shall be collected from the impacted area in native soil. The selection of random sampling locations shall be based on a 10’ x 10’ grid overlay of the impacted area. Each sample should consist of a five point aliquot sample of soil collected from the randomly selected squares.
The number of soil samples collected per excavated area is based on the estimated square footage of the debris-impacted ash footprint (see table below).
Estimated Square Footage of Ash Footprint Number of Samples 0 to 100 square feet 1 101 to 1,000 square feet 2 1,001 to 1,500 square feet 3 1,501 to 2,000 square feet 4 2,001 to 5,000 square feet 5 Greater than 5,000 square feet Must Consult with PBES
All confirmation samples shall be 5 point composite and collected from a depth of 0-3 inches into the native soil using a dedicated 4-ounce plastic scoop and be placed in 8-ounce jars. The samples must be Page 13 of 20 submitted to a California State Certified Laboratory and analyzed for Title 22 metals (antimony, arsenic, barium, beryllium, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, copper, lead, mercury, molybdenum, nickel, selenium, silver, thallium, vanadium, and zinc) by EPA Method 6010 or 6020 and for mercury by EPA Method 7471A. Other analytes were not selected based on the results of previous fire incident sampling (CalEPA 2015).
The analytical results of the samples will be compared to specific clean up goals. If the results are higher than the cleanup goals, an additional layer of soil (3”-6”) shall be removed from the area where the sample was collected and the soil resampled, using a 5-point aliquot sampling protocol. Soil removal and resampling shall continue until the cleanup goals are met.
2. Establish Site Specific Background Levels
If background levels are not provided based on a particular event and/or if one or more samples do not meet the cleanup goal after the initial sampling, a Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer may provide a report to PBES establishing site specific background soil sample goals, in a manner equivalent to the method described above. Please contact PBES for details.
I will meet soil sampling clean up goals using the above procedures.
8. Guidelines for Soil Sampling Under and/or Around Concrete Slabs and Foundations
Please be advised if you wish to leave an existing foundation intact, PBES will require a California Registered Civil or Structural Engineer to certify the existing concrete footings/foundations, slabs, and under-slab utilities proposed to be re-used. The submittal shall include structural reasons for the decision and include process and procedure used to reach the conclusion. a. Removed slab or perimeter foundation (any size): Sample area as required in #7 above as this is considered fire impacted area. b. Slab to remain in place (w/required letter from California Registered Civil/Stuctural Engineer): Sample as required in #7 to determine the number of soil samples needed around the perimeter of the slab based on the size of the impacted area. c. Perimeter foundation to remain in place (w/required letter from California Registered Civil/Stuctural Engineer): Sampling is required in any impacted area within or outside of the footprint of a perimeter foundation, using the sampling protocol specified in #7 above. No sampling is required under the foundation itself.
I will comply with the above sampling as related to foundations.
9. Protection and Perpetuation of Survey Monuments
Survey monuments fix or mark property lines and right-of-way lines on the ground. The ownership of land, and consequently the ability to define boundaries, is dependent on survey monuments and their perpetuation. The perpetuation of survey monuments is required and intended to protect both public and private property rights in accordance with federal and state law. Survey monuments are at risk during debris and ash removal. All private contractors, organizations, landowners, and/or other persons engaged in ash and burn debris cleanup and removal shall be aware of and adhere to the requirements of Business and Professions Code Section 8771 relating to survey monument protection and perpetuation. It is
Page 14 of 20 recommended that property boundaries be marked during debris and removal and heavy equipment activity be avoided near property boundaries.
I will make every attempt to protect survey monuments.
10. Final Inspection and Certification After all work is completed, and the cleanup standards have been met, the Self-Certification of Completion Form (Attachment B) shall be submitted to PBES, by email to: Environmental [email protected] or in person (by appointment) or by mail to: 1195 Third Street, Suite 210, Napa, CA 94559. The Form shall include: a. Receipts for disposal of ash and debris. Please include an explanation if receipts are not included. b. Laboratory report of analytical results. c. Site map showing sampling locations. d. Photos or other documentation, as required. e. Receipts for disposal of contaminated soil. f. Asbestos survey and report (as required for non-residential / commercial properties)
****************************************************************************** Once the Self-Certification of Completion documentation requirements have been met, a final inspection of the property will be conducted by PBES to ensure all debris and ash have been removed and that all erosion control measures are in place. The inspection will be scheduled and completed by PBES. No action is required on the part of the applicant. Upon completion of the inspection, Napa County PBES will provide a letter of confirmation of completion of debris and ash removal to the property owner. A building permit will not be issued on a property until this letter has been issued by County.
Page 15 of 20 LNU Lightning Complex (Hennessey) and Glass Fire 2020 - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Checklist
APPLICANT COMPLETE THIS SECTION Assessor’s Parcel Number:
Site Address:
Applicant Name:
Applicant Phone Number:
Owner Name:
Owner Phone number:
Owner Mailing Address:
Instructions: - Attach a site plan or aerial image of your property. Identify natural features such as streams or drainages, structures, slopes over 5%, dirt roads, etc. If known, circle areas where vegetation may be preserved. - Select erosion and sediment control BMPs in the table below to correspond with site characteristics and features. - Refer to the BMP Fact Sheets at https://www.countyofnapa.org/2112/Fire-Related-Information for installation guidelines for the BMPs selected below. - If you have questions about the BMPs required for your site, please call 707-253-4417 and request Engineering
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (BMP) EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN
Recommended for all sites Yes No N/A Erosion Control Measures BMP Fact Sheet
Select the erosion control measures you will EC-6, EC-8, EC-14, Soil cover (e.g. Straw mulching and bark) employ. EC-16
Revegetation or Hydroseed EC-4
Geotextile erosion control fabric or soil EC-7 stabilizer
Earth dikes or drainage swales EC-9
Fiber rolls (e.g. Straw wattles) SE-5
Geotextile erosion control fabric EC-7
Does your site have the Yes No N/A following characteristics?
Potential for stormwater run-on Run-On Management BMPs (Slopes) from slopes above
If yes, select the run-on management BMPs you will employ. Preserve existing vegetation EC-2
Earth Dikes and Drainage Swales EC-9
Slope Drain EC-11
Pea-gravel bags SE-6
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Does your site have the Yes No N/A BMP Fact Sheet following characteristics?
Bare soil, burned slopes, or areas with potential for slumps, erosion Sediment Control Measures or gullying, etc.
Fiber rolls (e.g. Straw wattles) SE-5
Silt fence SE-1
If yes, select the sediment control BMPs you will employ. Check dam, or sediment trap SE-3, SE-4 Stabilized construction entrance TC-1
Gravel bag berm SE-6
Track walk slopes (lay down straw mulch EC-15 and running over with a tractor)
Stormdrain inlets Drain Inlet Protection
Pea-Gravel bags SE-6 If yes, select the stormdrain inlet protection BMPs you will employ. Stormdrain filter, drain guard, or drain seal SE-10
Dirt roads Road Stormproofing
Rolling dips
If yes, select the stormproofing BMPs you will employ Gravel subbase/stabilized entrance TC-1, TC-2 Culvert protection EC-10
Rivers, creeks, or ephemeral River/Creek/Blue Line Stream Setback drainages nearby Protection
Construction fencing to create an exclusion EC-1 zone If yes, select the watercourse protection BMPs you will employ. Silt fencing for sediment capture SE-1
Fiber rolls (e.g. Straw wattles) SE-5
Hazardous chemicals, debris Good Housekeeping: Materials and and/or waste, etc. Waste Management BMPs
Dust control WE-1
Stockpile management WM-10
If yes, select the housekeeping BMPs you will Hazardous material and refuse WM-6, WM-5 employ. management
Sanitary waste management WM-9
Equipment and vehicle maintenance NS-10
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Page 18 of 20 Planning, Building & Environmental Services 1195 Third Street, Suite 210 Napa, CA 94559 www.countyofnapa.org David Morrison Director
ATTACHMENT B SELF-CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETION FORM
What is the purpose of this form? To confirm that your property has been cleared of household hazardous waste HHW and/or debris and ash and all soil sampling has been conducted as required. This form is used to self-certify completion of cleanup before a building permit may be issued for new and replacement structures.
Owner: Street Address:
Parcel#: City:
Phone Number: Email:
A. Phase I. Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) HHW was removed and disposed of by: DTSC during the public HHW removal Phase (residential properties should check this box). Environmental Consultant with properly certified personnel Name: ______HHW was properly handled and disposed of at an appropriate hazardous materials disposal facility. Disposal receipt is attached. Comments:______B. Phase II. Debris and Ash Removal and Disposal Debris and Ash was removed and disposed of by: Myself Licensed contractor Contractor name and license number: ______Foundation Removed: YES NO. If NO, letter from California Registered Civil or Structural Engineer must be attached. The debris and ash from my property was disposed at the following facility: Facility Name: ______Date(s) of Delivery: ______Date of Completion (attach disposal receipts):______
Page 19 of 20 List disposal location of any material disposed of at a recycling facility. Include type of material, location of disposal and attach disposal receipts: ______
C. Soil Confirmation Sampling Results Consultant name and license#: ______Samples meet the Napa County Cleanup Goal Yes No Samples meet site specific clean up goals Yes No A copy of the sampling results and a map of the sampling locations (both background sampling locations and sample locations) are attached. Map must include soil sampling under removed foundations and around any remaining foundations per DAR plan. Yes
D. Erosion Control Measures Yes Erosion Control measures identified in the DAR application have been installed.
E. Property Owner Certification I hereby certify that the burn ash and debris generated by the Fire has been identified, removed, and disposed of as described in the PBES HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & DEBRIS AND ASH REMOVAL application and plan including all Attachments. The above mentioned HHW and/or debris and ash removal was performed under my direction.
______Property Owner Signature Date SUBMIT: Once all debris and ash removal is complete, all erosion control measures are in place and documentation has been compiled, submit the Self-Certification of Completion Form (Attachment B), along with all supporting documents, to PBES: • By email to: [email protected]; • By mail to: Napa County PBES, 1195 Third Street, Suite 210, Napa, CA 94559; or • In-person, by scheduling an appointment online: PBES Site, following steps 1-3, below:
1. Click the “Appointment Requests” button and follow the system prompts to enter your property information, contact information, then review and confirm. 2. Once completed, click the “Schedule Date/Time” button and follow the prompts to select a date/ time, and confirm the contact information and appointment time. 3. Once you have finished and successfully scheduled your appointment, you will receive an email confirmation. If you cannot schedule online, please call (707) 299-1350 for assistance.
Revised 11/18/2020 Page 20 of 20 County of Napa Environmental Health Division PROPERTY INSPECTION Debris and Ash Removal Plan Completion
Once the steps outlined in your approved Debris and Ash Removal (DAR) Plan have been completed, including confirmation that soil sampling meets the cleanup goals, and installation of the necessary erosion control measures identi- fied in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) checklist, you must schedule an inspection with Napa County Planning, Building and Environmen- tal Services.
How to Schedule an Inspection by Phone 1. Dial 707-253-4416 2. From the menu, Press [1] to schedule an inspection 3. Follow the spoken prompts for entering your Permit #, Inspection Code of 910, and other scheduling details requested; 4. Make sure you receive a confirmation.
Note: From the main menu, you can also press [2] to cancel or reschedule an inspection, if needed, by following the same steps.
How to Schedule an Inspection by Text 1. Send a Text Message to 866-307-2630 with the subject of “SCHEDULE” from your mobile phone; 2. Follow the interactive prompts for entering your Permit #, Inspection Code of 910, and other scheduling details requested; 3. Make sure you receive a confirmation.
Note: You can also use the text subjects of “CANCEL” or “RESCHEDULE” to alter an in- spection, if needed, by following the same steps.
DAR PERMIT #______Phase Field Procedures for Disaster Response Second Edition 2020 California Department of Toxic Substances Control 2020 Phase 1 Field Procedures: Assessment & Removal of Household Hazardous Waste, E-Waste & Asbestos
Section A – General Concept General Approach to Clearing Fire-Impacted Properties This document provides general guidelines to accomplish the Phase 1 removal of household hazardous waste (HHW), asbestos-containing material (ACM) (explained in Section B), and electronic waste (e- waste) (explained in Section C) quantities to minimize to the extent practicable, threats to human health, the environment, and damage of salvageable property. This is a living document that may be updated throughout the life of the project. Alterations to contents may be made and documented as determined by project needs. These procedures are intended to be utilized by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control’s (DTSC) HazMat Teams. Means and Methods Parcel/Property Survey and HHW Collection Procedures Each DTSC HazMat Team will consist of hazardous waste removal personnel, asbestos removal personnel, Certified Asbestos Consultants (CAC), DTSC Emergency Response personnel, and County representatives. All DTSC HazMat Team personnel are 40-Hour HAZWOPER trained in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 and Title 8 Section 5192. DTSC's Project Leader will provide individual team leads with survey assignments for each day. The tasking will include information accessible using the appropriate collection application on a portable electronic tablet. Information will be input into an electronic assessment form for each address respectively.
Upon arrival to a property, a visual assessment of the property will be conducted to ensure the site is safe for entry (i.e., accessibility issues, unstable structures, power lines, tree hazards, etc.). If there are “NO TRESPASSING” signs posted for the property, this information will be relayed immediately to the DTSC Team Leads for each crew and the respective local agency representative or their designee. Based on consultation between the DTSC Team Leads and local agency representatives, a decision will be made regarding entry to the property. Ideally for properties marked with “NO TRESPASSING” signs, coordination with the property owner would be preferred prior to entering said property. If the property cannot be accessed for other reasons (locked gate, bridge out, physical hazard, etc.), DTSC Team Leads will complete a comment in the appropriate collection application.
If there is access to the property and the site is safe to enter, the DTSC HazMat Team will complete a brief safety huddle to delineate responsibilities for those entering the property. DTSC's Contractor will conduct monitoring using the following instruments during all survey activities for personnel health and safety surveillance following their Health and Safety Plan (HASP):
1. Ludlum Model 3000, or equivalent radiological monitoring instrument; 2. MultiRae Pro/Plus five gas meter, or equivalent volatile organic compound (VOC) monitoring instrument, to record lower explosive limit (LEL), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), VOCs, oxygen (O2), and carbon monoxide (CO); 3. Lumex Model RA-915+ Mercury Vapor Analyzer will be available at the staging area and utilized when there is a suspected release; 4. Heat Stress Meter (Kestral 3000 or WBGT or equivalent monitor), as appropriate; 5. Particulate Monitor – TSI Dust Trak Model 8534 (Utilized if wildfire smoke is an issue. Refer to Figure 2: Protection from Wildfire Smoke.)
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DTSC Team Leads will record pertinent property information, features and/or hazards in the collection application. DTSC HazMat Teams will check-in using an electronic assessment form when they arrive at a property each day to maintain situational awareness of where teams have visited over the course of a day. Prior to entering a property DTSC HazMat Teams will comply with the requirements of the HASP.
Action levels are listed in Table 1 below. In the event that action levels are exceeded, the DTSC Team Leads and HazMat Crew will leave the site, note the information in the collection application, and discuss the results with the DTSC Project Leader to determine next steps before activities can continue at that location.
DTSC Haz Mat Crew evaluating structure with radiological monitoring instrument and a MultiRae Pro/Plus five gas meter or its equivalent.
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TABLE 1. ACTION LEVELS These Action Levels, if not defined by regulation, are some percent (usually 50%) of the applicable PEL/TLV/REL. That number must also be adjusted to account for instrument response factors.
TASKS AMBIENT AIR CONCENTRATION ACTION <10% LEL Work may continue. Consider toxicity potential.
EXPLOSIVE OR All Work must stop. Leave area immediately and FLAMMABLE >10% LEL evacuate to a safe upwind location. Consult with ATMOSPHERE Industrial Hygienist (IH) and Project Leader.
Leave area. Re-enter only with self-contained <19.5% O2 breathing apparatus. All OXYGEN 19.5 to 22% O2 Work may continue.
>22% O2 Work must stop. Ventilate area before returning.
<3 times background Continue work.
Radiation above background levels (normally 0.01- 0.02 mR/hr) signifies possible radiation source(s) 3 times background to <1 mR/hour present. Continue investigation with caution. All RADIATION Perform thorough monitoring. Consult with an IH.
Potential radiation hazard. Evacuate site. Continue >1 mrem/hour investigation only upon the advice of an IH.
Carbon Monoxide: 10 ppm Leave the area. Call Incident Command.
VOC: <1 ppm Level C within footprint of destroyed structure.
1 ppm to <5 ppm Level C w/ APR/Multipurpose +P100 cartridge. ORGANIC GASES 2, 3 AND VAPORS Level B. Contact DTSC Project Leader for guidance >5 ppm to <500 ppm and/or planning.
VOCs >3000 ppm relative response units Leave the area.
Sustained in the Breathing Zone:
Leave the area. Level B is indicated. Contact DTSC Carbon Monoxide Project Leader.
INORGANIC GASES, 2, 3 Alkaline Ash (as particulate): 1 mg/m3 Level C w/ APR/Multipurpose +P100 cartridge. AND VAPORS Mercury: 12,500 ng/ m3 Level C w/ APR/Mercury Cartridge.
Leave the area. Level B is indicated. Contact DTSC Hydrogen Sulfide: ≥ 0.5 ppm Project Leader.
AQI < 151 Recommended Health & Safety measures are All 151 ≤ AQI ≤ 500 outlined in the Protection from Wildfire Smoke PARTICULATES Summary and Actions Fact Sheet (see Figure 2). AQI > 500
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After monitoring is complete, DTSC HazMat Teams will collect HHW, Asbestos, and E-Waste items at each property and bring the items to appropriately marked vehicles for transport to the staging area for processing. Cylinders that may contain product will be brought to staging for recycling. Liquids will be tested for pH and screened for oxidizers/peroxides and organics for compatibility before being segregated and placed into the support vehicles. Leaking containers or bags will be overpacked prior to transport. Materials collected will be secured in appropriate containers for transport to the staging area. Support vehicles will adhere to the restrictions of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) special permit assigned to the project confines.
All HHW, Asbestos, E-Waste items removed from the Staging Area will be manifested and disposed of at permitted treatment, storage, and disposal facility in good standing with local, state, and federal regulators.
DTSC HazMat Teams will document in the collection application the type and number of HHW and E- Waste items collected from each property. Types of HHW can include, but is not limited to:
a. Batteries – Auto, Truck, Heavy Equipment, Solar, Forklift, etc. b. Propane Tanks (less than 30 gallons)/Other Compressed Gas Cylinders c. Latex / Oil-Based Paint d. Fuels e. Household Cleaners f. Fertilizers & Pesticides g. Aerosols h. Used oil i. Solvents j. Auto Fluids – antifreeze, brake fluid, power-steering fluid, transmission fluid, etc. k. Pool Chemicals l. Products labeled Caution, Warning, Danger, Poison, Toxic, Flammable or Corrosive are considered hazardous.
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Burned batteries. (Butte Fire - Calaveras County - 2015)
Household Hazardous Waste – (Sonoma County Floods – Sonoma County – 2019)
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Phase 1 assessment activities have been completed once all accessible HHW, E-Waste, and suspected ACM have been removed and/or documented as being left in place. The completed properties will be marked with appropriate signage provided by DTSC and/or the Local Requesting Agency. The signage shall be marked with the address of the property, including numbers and street address, plus the letters "DTSC" (See Figure 1). Operational maps will show these parcels as “Phase 1 Assessment Completed.” If some HHW is observed and documented at the property but cannot be recovered due to a physical safety obstacle (i.e. remnant structure, dangerous trees or limbs, etc.), these properties will be marked as Phase 2 Deferred. Phase 2 Deferred are those properties where HHW exists onsite, but due to safety considerations (such as partially standing structures, potential hazard trees, or large pieces of debris), DTSC HazMat Teams cannot safely remove the HHW.
DTSC HazMat Teams will provide assistance to remove HHW during the Phase 2 Debris Removal Operations if the California Office of Emergency Services original Mission Assignment includes this provision. During the Phase 2 Debris Removal Operations, any HHW identified will be segregated and staged at the property for pickup during “milk runs” conducted by DTSC HazMat Teams. Empty HHW containers will not be collected, but rather marked with a white “X” and staged for Phase 2 Debris Removal Operations. HHW containers and cans containing residual materials or greater will be collected and brought back to the staging area. Empty propane tanks, fire extinguishers, and empty compressed gas cylinders will be de-valved (using non-sparking tools), marked with a white “X,” and staged and laid to the entry side of the property’s burned footprint. Each DTSC HazMat Team will determine whether cylinders will remain onsite or be brought back to the staging area. DTSC HazMat Teams will also document the number of compressed gas cylinders that were removed. Additional details for addressing HHW containers are also listed in the Waste Removal section on page 6.
If assessment teams identify high hazard items that need removal, but do not possess the resources to address immediately, they will mark the items with high visibility orange paint and schedule a revisit at a later date. The DTSC HazMat Team will submit the electronic assessment form, marking the site for revisit required, and selecting one or more reasons for revisit. When the revisit work is complete and the final site conditions are verified, the DTSC HazMat Team completes the electronic assessment form to finalize the Phase 1 assessment. Scenarios that may require additional resources include but are not limited to: ammunition greater than .50 caliber, cylinders deemed unsafe to transport, large storage tanks requiring a liquid transfer, containers with unknown contents, bulging drums, and large items requiring heavy machinery. Pre-Site Entry Observations Upon arrival at each new property, the DTSC HazMat Team will verify intended location, visually assess property terrain, downed power lines, paths for entry and egress, septic sewer openings/manways, marked or dangerous trees, chimneys, and unstable structures. Record the presence of any downed, damaged, or leaking transformers. If there is a chimney remaining on-site, DTSC HazMat Teams should note it in their electronic assessment form. Pre-Structure Entry Visually identify the property layout: garage, kitchen, bathroom, outer buildings. A quick perimeter check may lead to a safer way onto the property. Visually inspect flooring and subfloors and watch for unstable surfaces and the presence of basements, cellars, or crawlspaces, etc., that may present a subterranean fall hazard.
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DTSC HAZMAT TEAMS WILL NOT ENTER STRUCTURES DEEMED TO BE UNSAFE DURING THE PRE- STRUCTURE ENTRY OBSERVATIONS. DTSC HAZMAT TEAMS WILL NOT OPEN DOORS TO ENTER PARTIALLY INTACT STRUCTURES.
Note conditions on the electronic assessment form. Note "Phase 2 Deferred" and document the reason in the electronic assessment form. Structure Entry Enter the property from the upwind and uphill side when possible. Always be aware of your team members and use the buddy system. Enter areas only deemed to be structurally sound, free of possible collapse, free of downed power lines, and be aware of any tree hazards in the work area. All activities will be performed to minimize dust agitation to the extent possible. Choose a path to minimize stepping on or over downed structural components or building remains. Puncture hazards from nails and other objects continue to be the # 1 injury risk. Use of probing tools (sticks, poles, rods, shovel handles, etc.) to identify ground surface, septic tanks, and safe areas is highly recommended. Subsurface structures such as basements, septic systems, underground shelters, and mine shafts have created fall hazards. Stay alert and watch your buddy. Septic Tanks Workers have broken through and partially fallen into septic systems in the past. The typical system encountered is not visible to the worker and potentially covered by debris. There may be a slight visible depression, high temperature deterioration or disintegration of the cap cover, or an open hole where the septic cap melted. The current approach is to slowly, and with a probe of some type, prod and heavily poke any suspect ground before stepping in the area.
If someone falls into a septic tank, immediately stop work and begin rescue operations by obtaining the contractor’s rope and ladder provided for septic tank rescue. If the person is in need of immediate help, provide support and send someone else for rescue equipment. Do not leave them unattended. Upon extrication, assess the need for medical attention, decontamination, etc., follow any guidance in the HASP and/or the Incident Action Plan (IAP), and call 911 as appropriate. Waste Removal DTSC HazMat Teams will inventory the HHW items listed below and conduct the following activities: visually identify any container and condition (e.g., leaking, damaged, bulging, etc.); ensure grasp points are free of nails and jagged edges prior to moving; handle waste to avoid potential puncture wounds or splash hazard; and determine if containers are empty. Lastly all HHW assessed and removed from the property will be documented in the electronic assessment form. Additionally, all HHW items assessed, but could not be safely removed, will also be documented in the electronic assessment form.
• Non-Empty containers that appear to contain water (i.e., rain barrels, open top drums, etc.) will be screened to verify non-hazardous material that can be left in place. If there is any doubt that the container may contain any hazardous contents, the container will be brought back to the staging area for further field screening and processing. • Non-empty containers that are sealed and truly contain unknown substances will be opened in the field by DTSC HazMat Teams. If the contents are deemed to be hazardous, they will be safely secured and transported offsite for proper disposal. The level of protection when opening unknown containers will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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• Empty containers shall be left in place and marked with a white "X" to demonstrate the absence of chemical hazards. • Empty propane tanks and cylinders with burst pressure-relief discs or which are visibly empty shall be de-valved using non-sparking tools, laid to the entry side of the property's burned footprint, and marked with a white "X" designating them as empty for recycle. • Empty high-pressure cylinders with fusible plugs will be assumed to contain Acetylene and picked up for transport to the staging area for further evaluation, as the packing may contain ACM. Acetylene tanks should be kept in an up-right orientation and checked for asbestos. • Mixed batteries, pool chemicals, and fluorescent light ballasts will be collected, counted, and transported to the staging area. • Cylinders with unknown contents, but appear to be safe to transport, shall be secured safely for transport back to the staging area and documented in the electronic assessment form. • Kerosene tanks still containing fuel will be transferred, and the transfer in place will be logged in the collection application. The teams will mark with white “MT” after the tank is empty and will leave the tank in place. • Ammunition of .50 caliber or less, including both unfired and spent casings, will be collected. Assessment teams should note that ammunition was removed from the site in the electronic assessment form. DTSC Team Lead will note the discovery of .50 caliber ammunition in an electronic assessment form and contact local law enforcement agencies requesting assistance from a bomb squad. • If explosives are discovered during the initial assessment, DTSC HazMat Teams will cease operations and contact the DTSC Team Lead or their designee. The DTSC Team Lead will note the discovery and contact local law enforcement agencies, requesting assistance from a bomb squad. • If radioactive materials are discovered during the initial assessment, the materials will be secured in containers minimizing the exposure to the DTSC HazMat Team and members of the public. The radioactive materials will be noted in the electronic assessment form and the Contractor will contact the appropriate resources to schedule a date and time to properly remove and dispose of the material. Personal effects, firearms, locked safes and other homeowner items will not be collected by the DTSC HazMat Team.
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Miscellaneous Tanks De-headed and Marked with a White “X”. (Butte Fire - Calaveras County - 2015) Section B – Asbestos Specific Procedures Authority Building debris on the ground from structures destroyed by natural forces (as opposed to structures demolished in whole or in part by human activity) are not subject to the Asbestos National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) requirements, as they relate to the demolition and renovation, transport or disposal requirements. For such situations, DTSC and its contractors may immediately begin cleanup and proper disposal of the resulting hazardous wastes. Other regulations still apply, including those affecting disposal sites and health and safety. Project Planning DTSC HazMat Teams will address easily identifiable, easily removable suspect ACM that can be removed without machinery. Any suspect ACM, whose removal time exceeds the pre-established timeframe, will be identified with pink paint and documented for Phase 2 Debris Removal Operations. Asbestos Survey Procedures 1. A Cal/OSHA Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) will be co-located with the DTSC HazMat Team to assess each residential and/or commercial property for easily identifiable and removable pieces of ACM. 2. Verify the documented age of the building in the collection application. 3. Visually determine what materials are still intact, homogeneous, and are suspect ACM. Suspect ACM can include, but is not limited to, the following: floor tiles, sheet flooring, Rev 4/23/2020 9
window masking, acetylene cylinders (some cylinders contain asbestos and should be assessed), transite siding, transite pipe, transite roofing, vermiculite, chimney flues, etc. 4. Review any existing information about the structure, such as determining where kitchens, heaters, water heaters, and fireplaces were located in the structure to find suspect ACM, as well as foundations and any existing perimeter walls where cement board could have been used as siding and flooring for vapor barrier and tile. 5. Use equipment that will allow visual examination of all accessible spaces. 6. Perform a comprehensive investigation of areas to identify materials assumed to contain asbestos based on visual observation, touching of the material, and inspector’s experience. 7. Always describe uninspected areas and explain why they were not surveyed (e.g., confined space, buried materials, restrictions specified by the safety plans, etc.). 8. Identify and describe all homogeneous areas of suspect ACM, except where limitations of the asbestos survey prevented such identification, and include whether each homogeneous material is surfacing material, thermal system insulation, or miscellaneous material. 9. Mark with pink spray paint a representative sample of all remaining suspected and/or assumed ACM that are easily identifiable. 10. Document the exact location of any asbestos material(s) on site. This can include pictures of the materials presumed to contain asbestos. 11. Document materials presumed to be ACM in the collection application in an electronic assessment form. 12. The CAC and the DTSC Team Lead will meet and confer to determine if the asbestos material identified can be removed within the pre-established timeframe. If limited quantity and easily identifiable ACM can be removed, then follow the procedures outlined below. a. A Cal/OSHA Certified Asbestos Removal Contractor will be responsible for overseeing the safe removal of ACM identified on-site by the CAC. b. All on-site personnel working to remove ACM must have received the necessary health and safety training for conducting asbestos removal activities pursuant to OSHA 1910.100, and CCR Title 8, Section 5192, and will be required to wear Level C Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in the exclusion zone. c. All gross ACM that can easily be removed from the site will be adequately wetted prior to being bagged or bulked for removal. The easily identifiable gross ACM can be double-bagged and appropriately labeled as ACM. At a minimum, the plastic bags must be of at least 6-mil thickness. d. The ACM debris shall be taken with the DTSC HazMat Team to be delivered back to the staging area for temporary staging before proper disposal. Best Management Practices (BMPs) BMPs should be followed during the cleanup of ACM, and during all ACM cleanup related activities, including air monitoring and sampling as appropriate. Use of BMPs will ensure the proper management and cleanup of hazardous materials, including ACM, in a manner that ensures the protection of public health and the environment, as well as the protection of on-site personnel.
At a minimum, the cleanup teams shall instill the following BMPs for undertaking bulk asbestos cleanup activities:
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• For the purposes of removing the ACM, a California OSHA-registered Asbestos Removal Contractor will be responsible for the safe cleanup of ACM identified on-site by the CAC. The CAC will work together with the Asbestos Removal Contractor to locate easily identifiable suspected ACM on each property. • All on-site personnel working to remove gross ACM must have received the necessary health and safety training for conducting asbestos removal activities pursuant to OSHA 1910.100 and CCR Title 8, Section 5192, and will be required to wear Level C PPE when working in the exclusion zone. • All on-site response personnel must be 40-hour HAZWOPER trained under 29 CFR 1910.120, and CCR Title 8, Section 5192. • As necessary, a CAC will identify all gross ACM that can be easily removed from the ground prior to debris removal activities. • All gross ACM that can be safely and easily removed from the site will be adequately wetted prior to being bagged or burrito-wrapped to meet the NESHAP leak-tight requirement for cleanup. The easily identifiable gross ACM can be double-bagged and appropriately labeled as “Asbestos-Containing Materials” in bags, at a minimum, 6-mil thickness, and the contents must remain wet. • If bulk loading of ACM is performed, the container used for transport shall be double-lined with 10-mil poly sheeting in such a way that once loaded, both layers can be sealed independently. The containers will be labeled accordingly and closed at night. • All waste material that is not loaded out at the end of each work shift should be stockpiled, sufficiently wetted and/or covered to prevent the offsite migration of contaminants. • All bins remaining onsite at the end of each work shift shall be properly placarded. • All hazardous waste haulers who observe loading operations outside of the vehicle cab, and/or covering (tarping) the trailer or container must comply with their company policies and HASP for this incident. Workers should be wearing the appropriate PPE stipulated for the job. • All ACM and debris removed from the parcels, properties, sites or areas must be manifested at the staging yard, prior to transportation to a permitted asbestos disposal facility.
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Transite Pipe (Asbestos-Containing Material). (Thomas Fire - Ventura County - 2017)
Transite Roofing (Asbestos-Containing Material). (McCourtney/Lobo Fire – Nevada County – 2017)
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Section C – Electronic and Universal Waste Collection
Electronic waste (e-waste) that is heat impacted, easily identifiable, and easily accessible will be collected. DTSC HazMat Teams should note that e-waste was recovered from the site in the electronic assessment form and field logbook. DTSC HazMat Teams will bring e-waste to the Staging Area where it will be segregated from HHW and ACM for transport to an approved treatment, storage, and disposal facility.
Examples of e-waste include, but are not limited to:
• Computers, laptops, monitors, routers, and peripherals • Microwaves • Televisions (liquid crystal displays, cathode ray tubes, and plasma displays) • Copiers • Fax machines • Stereo components • Microwaves • Satellite/Cable Dish components • Telephones, cell phones, and answering machines • Videocassette recorders • Calculators • Solar panel on outdoor lights
Large quantities of completely burned e-waste will be evaluated by DTSC Team Lead to determine if removal is necessary.
Damaged roof-mounted solar panels found within the burn perimeter of a structure will generally be considered not recoverable and will not be collected. Damaged solar panels, outside the burn perimeter of structure, that can release hazardous constituents, will be addressed on a case-by-case basis based on size, accessibility, and the ability to remove expeditiously.
Completely burned e-waste will be considered debris and will not be removed by DTSC HazMat Teams.
Intact, undamaged electronic devices and solar panels are not considered waste and will therefore not be collected.
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Fire-Impacted E-Waste – (Carr Fire – Shasta County – 2018) Section D – Additional Guidance Upset Property Owners/Residents It is likely that crews will encounter property owners or other individuals who are upset by the presence of the DTSC HazMat Team. The DTSC representative or Local Government Representative should make every effort to explain to the individual our role in the recovery process and the fact that the Governor’s Emergency Declaration and the County Health Officer’s Order allows the DTSC HazMat Team to enter private property without an access agreement or Right of Entry form. If the property owner is still upset, preventing access, or threatening in any manner, simply move on to the next property and the DTSC Team Lead will document the issue. If any member of the DTSC HazMat Team feels threatened by the individual, call 911! Questions from Property Owners/Residents DTSC HazMat Teams are certain to encounter individuals who have questions about the Phase 1 assessment activities. DTSC and/or local agency personnel will make every effort to explain the purpose of the Phase 1 Assessment-related activities. If property owners still have questions, these individuals should be directed to the local environmental health department, Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), or if applicable, Local Assistance Center. DTSC personnel should, to the best of their abilities, answer questions directly related to the Phase 1 Assessment activities.
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Media Inquiries Any media inquiries should be directed to the Emergency Response Unit Supervisor and/or Branch Chief and DTSC's Public Information Officer. Special Acknowledgment
This document was prepared in conjunction with staff from DTSC’s Emergency Response Unit and US EPA’s Emergency Response Program.
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Figure 1: Sample Property Marking Sign
This property’s Household Hazardous Waste removal has been designated COMPLETE by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control
For questions regarding the cleanup, contact the Impacted County’s Local Assistance Center at Area Code + Phone Number Ash remains a health hazard. Please review health advisories before entering burned area
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Figure 2: Protection From Wildfire Smoke Protection from Wildfire Smoke Summary and Actions Fact Sheet
Wildfire smokemay impede an employee’s ability to function in the field. The purpose of the new California regulation (T8 CCR 5141.1) is to provide protection for employees that may be exposed to wildfire smoke and fall out in an area with an Air Quality Index (AQI) greater than 151. This fact sheet applies to all DTSC employees that work outside or in unfiltered buildings for more than one hour per shift during a wildfire smoke event. DTSC supervisors must inform their employees of the current AQI for PM2.5 and protective mea- sures to take to reduce their wildfire smoke exposures. Wildfire Smoke Requirements Air Quality Index (AQI) Action Levels 1. Check AQI prior to site visit 2. Bring DTSC respirator & P100 AQI < 151 No action cartridges to the site Respiratory protection 3. Measure PM2.5, if necessary 151 ≤ AQI ≤ 500 recommended, provided by DTSC 4. Follow AQI Action Levels Respiratory protection required, 5. Continue to communicate AQI > 500 wildfire smoke hazards provided by DTSC
Controls Health Hazards AQI and PM2.5 Levels DTSC does not control field Small particles (PM2.5) Check AQI Forecasts: worksites. DTSC will control deposit in the lungs caus- • AirNow.gov exposures by relocating work, ing persistent coughing, • enviroflash.info changing the schedule, provid- phlegm, wheezing or diffi- • wildlandfiresmoke.net ing additional breaks, or offering culty breathing. • tools.airfire.org respiratory protection. Wildfire smoke may also • mobile.arb.ca.gov/ Communication cause reduced lung func- breathewell tion, bronchitis, exacerbated • arb.ca.gov/capcoa/ Supervisors shall communicate asthma, heart failure and dismap.htm with staff via radio or phone re- death. garding updated PM2.5 levels. If People over 65 have a Measure PM2.5 Levels: air quality deteriorates or adverse higher risk to serious ad- • TSI DustTrak DRX health effects occur, contact your verse effects. supervisor. If adverse health effects PM 2.5 AQI (µg/m3) equivalent Respiratory Protection arise from work exposure, contact your supervisor for 0 to 55.4 0 to 150 DTSC has an established respira- medical treatment. tory protection program. Respi- 55.5 to 500.4 151 to 500 rators utilized for these events are the MSA 200LS or MSA 4000 with P100 cartridges. To utilize a respira- tor, staff must be trained, fit-tested and medically certified. DTSC staff may only utilize DTSC issued respirators. DTSC field staff will be trained during the HAZWOPER Refresher classes. For additional information, consult the California Department of Industrial Relations at www.dir.ca.gov or DTSC’s Health and Safety Program.
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