Airport Waste Management Checklist Template

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General Waste Streams

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Assessment of common waste types generated at the airport.

Estimated Daily General Waste Volume (cubic yards)

Estimated Weekly General Waste Volume (cubic yards)

Primary Waste Collection Method

Types of General Waste Commonly Generated

Specify 'Other' Waste Types (if selected above)

Last Waste Stream Audit Date

Recycling Program Compliance

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Verification of recycling program adherence and effectiveness.

Current Recycling Rate (%)

Recycling Bins Provided (Adequate?)

Accepted Recyclable Materials

Contamination Issues & Mitigation Strategies

Last Recycling Program Review Date

Employee Recycling Training Completed?

Proof of Recycling Contract/Agreement

Hazardous Waste Management

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Specific procedures for identifying, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

Hazardous Waste Determination Method

Quantity of Waste Generated (lbs/kg)

Container Type

Description of Hazardous Waste

Date Waste was Generated

Hazardous Waste Storage Area Condition

Waste Manifest/Shipping Record

Food Waste Reduction & Diversion

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Strategies to minimize food waste and redirect it for composting or donation.

Estimated Daily Food Waste (lbs)

Current Food Waste Diversion Method(s)

If 'Other' selected above, please specify diversion method:

Percentage of Food Waste Diverted (Estimate)

Date of Last Food Waste Audit

Strategies Implemented to Reduce Food Waste

Describe any food donation partnerships:

Construction & Demolition Waste

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Management of waste generated during airport construction or demolition projects.

Estimated C&D Waste Volume (cubic yards)

Waste Materials Generated (Select all that apply)

Specifics about 'Other' Materials (If Selected)

Deconstruction vs. Demolition?

Photos of Waste Sorting Area

Start Date of Demolition/Deconstruction

Percentage of Waste Diverted from Landfill (%)

Description of Waste Sorting and Recycling Procedures

Aircraft Waste (De-Icing Fluid, Lavatory Waste)

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Proper handling and disposal of aircraft-specific waste streams.

De-icing Fluid Volume Used (Gallons)

De-icing Fluid Storage Condition

Details of any De-icing Fluid Spills or Leaks

Date of Last Lavatory Waste Service

Estimated Lavatory Waste Volume (Gallons)

Lavatory Waste Disposal Method

Description of Lavatory Waste Handling Process

Tenant Waste Management Agreements

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Ensuring tenant compliance with airport waste management policies.

Agreement Type

Agreement Start Date

Agreement Expiration Date

Estimated Monthly Waste Generation (lbs)

Recycling Streams Included

Specific Waste Management Requirements (Tenant)

Copy of Tenant Waste Management Plan (if applicable)

Tenant Representative Signature

Waste Auditing & Reporting

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Regular assessments and documentation of waste generation and diversion rates.

Date of Waste Audit

Total Waste Generated (lbs/kg)

Percentage of Waste Recycled (%)

Percentage of Waste Diverted from Landfill (%)

Summary of Audit Findings (Key Issues & Recommendations)

Supporting Documentation (Waste Manifests, Weighbridge Tickets)

Audit Type

Time of Waste Weighing/Measurement

Employee Training & Awareness

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Ensuring staff understand waste management procedures and best practices.

Briefly describe the airport's waste management policy.

Which waste streams are employees responsible for sorting?

Date of last waste management training completion.

Do you understand the proper procedures for handling hazardous waste?

Upload copy of training certificate (if applicable).

Number of employees trained in the last year.

Describe any suggestions for improving waste management training.

Regulatory Compliance & Permitting

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Verification of adherence to local, state, and federal waste management regulations.

List Applicable Federal Regulations

List Applicable State Regulations

List Applicable Local Ordinances

Permit Documentation (e.g., Waste Hauler Permit)

Permit Expiration Date

Permit Number (if applicable)

Waste Hauler License Status (Active/Inactive/Pending)

Contact Person at Regulatory Agency

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