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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. In accordance with 14 CCR, Section 17867(a)(7), signs are posted at the RRF/Compost Facility entrance stating that hazardous wastes, medical wastes, cannery wastes, and dead animals are prohibited from being accepted at the facility. Other signs identify the name of the facility, 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 and not accepted. In addition, signs are posted at the office trailer stating the site hours, site and company telephone numbers (including emergency contact phone numbers), rules and regulations for all drivers, the site speed limit (10 miles per hour), and that all loads must be covered. 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 in Section 2.3.1. 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 (including the RRF/Compost Facility) 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 site entrances have gates that are locked when the site is not in operation. Access through the landfill and RRF/Compost Facility entrances is controlled by the office trailer attendants. The eastern side of the site (Austin Road) is landscaped with trees and the RRF/Compost Facility has a 5-foot high earthen berm on the southern and eastern sides to limit the site visibility from the road. The equipment maintenance area and storage yard at the landfill is fenced and is locked when the site is closed. In addition, the site has night security when the site is closed. 2.3.4 Roads Describe construction and procedures for ensuring that roads and driveways are constructed of reasonably smooth surfaces designed to minimize the generation of dust and the tracking of material onto adjacent paved public roads. Also describe how roads and driveways will be constructed to withstand regular and thorough cleaning and be 41 able to provide reasonable all-weather access to the facility. Forward Composting Facility RCSI 7/20/09;Page 26 SWT Engineering