Farm Waste Management Checklist Template

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Waste Identification & Characterization

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Identify and categorize all waste streams generated on the farm.

Identify Primary Waste Streams

Describe 'Other' Waste Streams (if applicable)

Estimated Volume of Manure Generated (cubic meters/month)

Approximate Quantity of Pesticide Containers Generated (per year)

Current Waste Characterization Method

Describe 'Other' Waste Characterization Method (if applicable)

Date of Last Waste Characterization Review

Manure Management

2 of 10

Assess and document manure storage, application, and odor control practices.

Manure Storage Capacity (cubic yards)

Last Manure Storage Inspection Date

Description of Manure Storage Structure (e.g., concrete pit, lagoon)

Manure Application Methods

Application Rate (lbs/acre)

Nutrient Management Plan Exists?

Describe Odor Control Measures

Date of Last Nutrient Management Plan Update

Pesticide Waste Handling

3 of 10

Verify proper disposal and storage of pesticide containers and unused pesticides.

Quantity of Empty Pesticide Containers (Estimate)

Container Rinse Methods Used?

If 'Other' Rinse Method Selected, Please Explain:

Photos of Pesticide Storage Area

Date of Last Pesticide Container Disposal

Disposal Method for Empty Pesticide Containers?

If 'Other' Disposal Method Selected, Please Explain:

Herbicide Waste Handling

4 of 10

Verify proper disposal and storage of herbicide containers and unused herbicides.

Date of Last Herbicide Container Inspection

Number of Empty Herbicide Containers Stored

Container Storage Method

If 'Other' storage method selected, please describe:

Which herbicides are currently stored?

If 'Other' herbicide selected, please specify:

Photograph of Herbicide Storage Area (Optional)

Date of Last Herbicide Waste Disposal

Fertilizer Waste Handling

5 of 10

Assess proper disposal and storage of fertilizer containers and unused fertilizers.

Quantity of Empty Fertilizer Containers (Estimate)

Container Rinse/Triple Rinse Procedures?

Description of Container Storage Area

Container Disposal Method?

Date of Last Container Inspection

Photo of Fertilizer Storage Area

Equipment Cleaning Waste

6 of 10

Document procedures for managing wastewater from equipment cleaning and maintenance.

Describe the types of cleaning agents used on farm equipment.

Approximate volume (in gallons) of cleaning wastewater generated per week.

How is the wastewater discharged?

If 'Other' was selected for discharge method, please specify.

Date of last inspection of wastewater discharge system.

Upload documentation of wastewater discharge permit (if applicable).

Crop Residue Management

7 of 10

Outline methods for handling crop residue, including burning, composting, or tillage.

Primary Crop Residue Management Method

Estimated Residue Biomass (tons/acre)

Date of Last Residue Management Activity

Description of Residue Management Practices

Is Burning Permitted in this Area?

Attach Photos/Documentation of Residue Management

Dead Animal Disposal

8 of 10

Confirm compliance with regulations regarding the disposal of deceased livestock or poultry.

Primary Disposal Method

Average Number of Animals Disposed of Annually

Last Inspection Date of Disposal Area

Description of Disposal Site

Method for Transporting Animals

Details Regarding Rendering Contract (if applicable)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Rendering Contract, Permits)

Record Keeping & Reporting

9 of 10

Verify the accuracy and completeness of waste management records and reports.

Last Waste Management Plan Review Date

Quantity of Manure Applied (tons/year)

Summary of Waste Management Training Records

Copy of Waste Management Plan

Reporting Frequency (as required by regulations)

Date of Last Regulatory Inspection

Notes from Latest Inspection (if applicable)

Emergency Response

10 of 10

Evaluate preparedness for spills, leaks, and other waste management emergencies.

Emergency Contact Number(s)

Spill Response Plan Location

Brief Summary of Spill Response Procedures

Date of Last Emergency Drill

Typical Response Time to an Emergency

Copy of Spill Response Plan (PDF)

Emergency Supplies Location(s)

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