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approximately that of the human voice during normal conversation, noise should not be <br /> a health hazard to persons working approximately 200 feet from the equipment. A <br /> noise level study conducted for a tub grinder manufacturer shows the following <br /> sound pressure levels: within 50 feet, 85.2 decibels; within 100 feet, 78.4 decibels; and <br /> within 200 feet, 73.5 decibels. <br /> It should be noted that noise produced at the facility also complies with provisions of the <br /> San Joaquin County Development Code, Title 9, Section 9-1025.9 as specified in SWFP <br /> No. 39-AA-0020. <br /> Due to the site's remote location, the noise produced will not create an offsite concern; <br /> therefore, no special noise control devices will be needed at the RRF/Compost Facility. <br /> 3.6.4 Dust Control <br /> Describe measures to minimize the creation of dust(14 CCR, Section 18227(d)). <br /> Dust is controlled at the site by (1) proper maintenance of haul roads (paving, <br /> grading, and applying a dust suppressant) and (2) by limiting the speed of all on site <br /> vehicles to 10 miles per hour. Water can be sprayed to control dust further, if <br /> necessary. For dust control purposes, surface water runoff or on site well water will <br /> be applied to all main access and haul roads. <br /> Dirt roads and areas between active compost will be watered, as necessary, to <br /> minimize dust when equipment uses the roads/areas. Proper management of the <br /> moisture level of the compost materials throughout the operation will minimize dust <br /> generation. The likelihood of dust problems from the initial receiving, grinding, and <br /> compost pile formation and turning is low. The active compost will be monitored for <br /> moisture content, and water will be added when needed. <br /> Dust generation at composting facilities occurs primarily during screening <br /> operations. In order to mitigate this, the trommel screen may be equipped with <br /> canvas covers or water mist to minimize fugitive dust. Compost facility operating <br /> personnel will be provided with goggles and respirators. <br /> 3.6.5 Litter Control <br /> Describe the planned collection frequency of litter and loose materials to meet the <br /> objective of preventing the accumulation of quantities which are aesthetically <br /> objectionable or cause other problems (14 CCR, Section 18227(d)). <br /> Forward conducts an extensive litter collection program on a daily basis to minimize the <br /> impact of litter on the site and on the surrounding area. Forward personnel will regularly <br /> patrol the site and both sides of Austin Road to pick up any litter blown from approaching <br /> vehicles and the landfill's working face. Portable litter fences will be placed downwind of <br /> the working face. Litter caught on the fences will be removed daily or as necessary. All on <br /> site containers are covered and all incoming loads are required to be covered. Crews are <br /> assigned to collect litter in remote areas of the site during periods in which weather <br /> conditions cause litter to accumulate in these areas and along South Austin Road. <br /> Once collected, the litter is transported to landfill. Collection and transfer vehicles are <br /> required to be covered to prevent litter along roadways. <br /> Forward Composting Facility RCSI <br /> 7/20/09;Page 46 SWT Engineering <br />