Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Facility Checklist
This comprehensive construction and demolition debris recycling facility checklist ensures regulatory compliance with EPA, OSHA, State Solid Waste Agency, 40 CFR Part 61, 29 CFR 1926.1101. Monthly compliance inspection for C&D debris recycling and processing facilities covering material acceptance, asbestos screening, lead paint hazard, equipment safety, and state C&D solid waste permit compliance. C&D recycling facilities handle diverse materials with varying hazard levels including ACM, LBP, a
- Industry: Waste Management & Recycling
- Frequency: Daily / Weekly
- Estimated Time: 30 minutes
- Role: Operations Manager / Environmental Compliance Officer
- Total Items: 18
- Compliance: EPA, OSHA, State Solid Waste Agency, 40 CFR Part 61, 29 CFR 1926.1101
Material Acceptance and Screening
Verify acceptance procedures per facility permit.
- Are incoming loads screened for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) before acceptance to prevent contamination?
- Are loads with visible friable ACM rejected and transporter directed to licensed RACM disposal facility?
- Is facility rejecting prohibited materials (hazardous waste, liquid wastes, septic) per operating permit?
- Are all incoming loads weighed and recorded with generator information per state permit requirements?
- If accepting excavated soil, is testing required for contamination above permit thresholds?
Processing Equipment and Worker Safety
Verify processing safety per OSHA standards.
- Is water spray dust suppression operational at primary crusher, screener, and conveyor transfer points?
- Are workers handling painted wood or dry wall wearing appropriate respiratory protection for lead paint dust?
- Is exclusion zone maintained around operating sorting equipment to prevent pedestrian-equipment conflicts?
- Is silica exposure controlled per OSHA 1910.1053 for concrete crushing, cutting, and grinding operations?
- Is fire prevention plan in place for wood waste storage areas and is adequate fire suppression available?
Recyclable Product Quality and Markets
Verify product quality for beneficial reuse.
- Is recycled concrete aggregate tested for deleterious material content before use as road base or fill?
- Is wood product (mulch, biomass) free of CCA-treated wood contamination before sale or beneficial use?
- Are ferrous and non-ferrous metals segregated and weighed before off-site sale to licensed scrap dealers?
- Is material diversion from disposal tracked and reported per state recycling program requirements?
Stormwater and Environmental Controls
Verify environmental compliance per facility permit.
- Is Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) current and BMPs implemented per NPDES Construction permit?
- Are silt fences, berms, or settling basins controlling sediment runoff from stockpiles?
- Is dust control plan implemented including water trucks and speed limits on unpaved roads?
- Are monthly facility inspections documented per SWPPP requirements with corrective actions logged?
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Why Use This Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Facility Checklist?
This construction and demolition debris recycling facility checklist helps waste management & recycling teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for operations manager / environmental compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 18 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / weekly.
Ensures compliance with EPA, OSHA, State Solid Waste Agency, 40 CFR Part 61, 29 CFR 1926.1101. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Facility Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 18 inspection items across 4 sections: Material Acceptance and Screening, Processing Equipment and Worker Safety, Recyclable Product Quality and Markets, Stormwater and Environmental Controls. It is designed for waste management & recycling operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / weekly. Each completion takes approximately 30 minutes.
Who should use this Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Facility Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Operations Manager / Environmental Compliance Officer professionals in the waste management & recycling industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.