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Mixed Solid Waste. The operator of a mixed solid waste composting facility shall comply with the applicable environmental health standards as follows: • At least one composite sample shall be tested for every 5,000 cubic yards of mixed solid waste compost provided. • The samples will be analyzed for maximum metal concentrations and pathogen reduction requirements. • The moisture and oxygen content of active compost will be measured on a weekly basis at the point of temperature measurement. 2.3 Composting Site Improvements 2.3.1 Identification Signs Describe locations where signs are to be posted. Also describe information to be included on signs. The signs, must be posted at all points of access and contain the name of the operator and any other information required by the local land use authority. Signs are posted at all entrances stating that. Other signs identify the operator of the site, hours of operation, and telephone numbers. A schedule of charges for accepting compostable material will be posted along with a list of the general types of materials accepted. In addition, signs are posted at both office trailers stating the site hours, site and company telephone numbers, rules and regulations for all drivers, the site speed limit (10 miles per hour), and that all loads must be covered. There are also portable signs at the landfill to help the waste haulers steer their way through the facility to the appropriate WMU. 2.3.2 Entry Signs If the facility is open to the public, describe the posting location and information provided on entry signs. At a minimum, signs should contain the following information: schedule of charges, hours of operation, and a listing of general types of materials which either will be accepted or will not be accepted. The entry signs are the same as the identification signs described above. 2.3.3 Facility Security Describe provisions for an adequate perimeter barrier designed to discourage unauthorized entry. If water or topography create natural barriers, an artificial barrier is not required. The entire perimeter of the site is fenced, including the South Fork easement to prevent unauthorized access. Signs prohibiting unauthorized access have been posted on the fence along the levee adjacent to the South Fork and Austin Road at approximately 300-foot intervals. All three site entrances have gates that are locked when the site is Forward Composting Facility Z:\PROJECTS\Allied Waste\Forward\Resource Recovery Facility\Permitting Services\2009 RCSI\RCSI Final 031609.doc; Page 32