WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
WASTE MANAGEMENT GOALS:
The goal of Winger Companies is to reduce or generate less waste by at least 50% into landfills and that
processes shall be employed to ensure that this goal is met. Typically, the same wastes are generated
on each of our job sites, such as general trash and scrap steel. Winger does not generate hazardous
waste or wastes that would impact the environment. Contract personnel shall comply with the federal,
state, local and customer requirements for waste disposal. Many customers implement different recycling
methods. Follow the environmental and waste disposal procedures at the facility you are working at.
RESPONSIBILITY:
a) The general supervisor shall be responsible for the implementation of the administrative portions
of this program, including the notification of subcontractor management, the training of the site
supervisor and the onsite posting of this plan.
b) The site supervisor will be responsible for the implementation of the onsite portions of this
program. Employees will be informed of each site disposal requirements.
c) Each subcontractor will be made aware of the intent of this project with respect to reduction of
waste and recycling. The subcontractor will be expected to make sure all their crews comply
with the Waste Management Plan.
WASTE PREVENTION PLANNING:
a) In addition to other requirements specified herein it is a requirement for the work of this project
that the contractor comply with the applicable federal, state and local waste disposal
requirements.
b) Of the inevitable waste that is generated, the waste materials designated shall be salvaged for
reuse and or recycling where practical and possible. Waste disposal in landfills or incinerators
shall be minimized where practical and possible. Project wastes, trash, and/or scrap materials will
be taken into consideration before work begins. On new construction projects this means careful
recycling of job site waste. On demolition projects this also means careful removal for salvage.
i) Salvageable materials will be diverted from disposal where feasible.
ii) There will be a designated area on the construction site reserved for materials that can be
recycled.
iii) Onsite recycling containers and/or areas will be plainly marked.
iv) Hazardous waste will be managed by a licensed hazardous waste vendor.
HANDLING AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE BULBS
Waste fluorescent light bulbs MUST be handled properly to prevent health and environmental hazards.
Fluorescent bulbs as well as certain other bulb types contain mercury in the form of mercury vapor and
powder coating inside the bulb. Because of the health hazards of mercury, waste bulbs are regulated
under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) as “Universal Waste”. Breaking bulbs onjobsites is no longer permitted.
In addition to fluorescent bulbs, thermostats, telephones, alkaline batteries, H.I.D. Lamps such as metal
halide, sodium and mercury vapor lamps all contain hazardous quantities of mercury.
 As little as 25 fluorescent lights can contaminate a 20 acre lake with enough mercury to cause
health effects to people, fish and birds.
 Improper disposal of bulbs can result in fines up to $25,000 per day, per violation.
 Exposure to mercury can result in central nervous system damage, lung damage and corrosive
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effects on exposed skin.
Mercury vaporizes rapidly at room temperature presenting and inhalation hazard. It can also be
absorbed through the skin.
Containers of bulbs cannot be stored for more than one year.
All Universal Wastes MUST be disposed of by a licensed disposal firm.
Arrangements MUST be made for waste bulbs to be picked up on-site or returned to the main
office for disposal. Large quantities of waste bulbs should be collected for on-site pick-up by a
licensed waste disposal service.
Smaller quantities of bulbs can be returned to the shop for collection and proper disposal.
Spills of PCB oil from ballasts, switchgear, or transformers MUST be properly cleaned up.
Immediately cordon off the spill area and notify the project manager and any facility
environmental representatives. (There are specific notification, testing and clean-up requirements
under Federal regulations).
TRASH AND RECYCLED WASTE
All trash MUST be disposed of properly. Place scrap materials in designated dumpsters marked for
recycling. ALWAYS cut long pieces up. DO NOT place scrap materials in dumpster longer than the length
of designated dumpster.
The following chart identifies waste materials expected on projects, their expected disposal methods and
handling procedures. New items may be added as needed.
Material
Beverage/Pop Cans
Quantity
Disposal Method
Recycle locally
Handling Procedure
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite.
Cardboard
Recycle locally
Keep clean cardboard
separated in designated
areas onsite. Dirty
cardboard must be
placed in general trash
dumpster.
Carpet and pad
Reuse or recycle with carpet.
Manufacturer
Clean dimensional
wood and palette
wood
Keep separate for reuse by
on-site construction or by
site employees for either
heating stoves or reuse in
home projects. May be
offered to public.
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite.
Concrete, Concrete
Masonry Units
Recycle when possible.
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite
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Material
Florescent Bulbs
Quantity
Disposal Method
Keep separate for recycling
or proper disposal.
Handling Procedure
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite
for pick up.
Gas Cylinders
Recycle with supplier.
Keep in separated area
onsite designated for
pickup.
Glass
Glass Bottles: recycle
locally.
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite.
Gypsum drywall
(unpainted)
Recycle with supplier when
possible.
Keep scraps separate for
recycling – stack on
pallets in provided
onsite.
Insulation
Reuse, landfill.
Use proper PPE
Land clearing debris
Keep separate for reuse and Keep separated in
or wood sale. Suitable
designated areas onsite.
materials may be delivered
to a composting site.
Separate topsoil and rock for
future excavation or
landscaping use.
Metal Scraps:
Aluminum
Carbon Steel
Copper Wire
Galvanized
Siding
Stainless Steel
Recycle off site when
possible. Separate copper
wire when possible.
Place in designated
“carbon steel, stainless
steel, copper, etc.”
containers for pick up.
Cut pieces so they do not
extend past the outside
perimeter of trash
dumpster.
Oils, Fuels
Recycle when possible.
Keep separated in
properly labeled
containers for pick up.
Oils and fuels must not
be poured or flushed
down drains.
Environmental
procedures must be
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Material
Quantity
Disposal Method
Handling Procedure
followed to eliminate
contamination of soil.
Paint
Reuse onsite; donate to
Habitat for Humanity
Restore; paint must be in
solid state before taking to
landfill, spread on
newspapers or cardboard
and let air dry. Paint
containers/cans should be
opened and dry.
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite.
Paper, magazines,
catalogs, and
newsprint
Recycle locally
Keep separated in
designate blue containers
onsite.
Personal household
or non-work related
waste
Personal household or nonDo not bring onsite.
work related waste must be
disposed of through personal
means.
Plastics
Plastic Bottles: recycle
Keep separated in
locally; be aware of plastics designated areas onsite.
that are acceptable to recycle
facility.
Plywood, OSB,
particle board,
painted or treated
wood
Reuse onsite when possible,
landfill or recycle off site.
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite.
Place in “Trash”
container if dirty or
contaminated.
Pipe, fittings, flanges
etc.
Recycle when possible
Cut long pieces so they
do not extend longer
than the dumpster
Tires
Recycle when possible
Keep separated in
designated areas onsite.
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