7 Del. Admin. Code § 7103-120.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 3, September 1, 2024

Section 7103-120.0 - Project Development Reports: Specific Requirements for Marketing and Distribution of Exceptional Quality Sludge or Sludge Products

Sewage sludge or sludge products that contain sewage sludge which has been stabilized as per Subsection 603 by a Process to Further Reduce Pathogens, meets one of the Vector Attraction Reduction Requirements specified in Subsection 88.2.1 through 88.2.8 and contains lower metal concentrations than the allowable Pollutant Concentration specified Table 402.3 may be marketed and distributed in the State. Specific information required for the Project Development Report includes:

120.1 Identification of the site(s) where the Exceptional Quality sludge or sludge product is generated. A description of the source and quantity of sludge or sludge products generated.

120.2 A detailed description of the treatment process and facility equipment, which clearly explains how the end-product is treated to meet the Exceptional Quality criteria.

120.3 A description of the quality control and monitoring program(s) utilized at the facility.

120.4 A description of the record keeping and reporting system used at the facility producing the exceptional quality material.

120.5 A copy of the proposed label which includes the following information:

120.5.1 It shall identify the product as containing sludge and provide the name and address of the preparer.

120.5.2 Provide information on essential plant nutrient content and instructions for proper use on different plant types, soils and slopes, maximum loading rates (such as number of square feet per bag, ratio of sludge to soil in sludge-soil mixture, etc.).

120.5.3 For sludge or sludge products for general distribution to the public which contain more than 4 percent iron on a dry weight basis, it shall warn against using the sludge or sludge product on pasture land.

120.5.4 Describe proper procedures for storage and stockpiling of the material.

120.5.5 A statement indicating that the product should not be applied to any site that is flooded, frozen or snow covered, and identify any unacceptable uses of the material.

120.5.6 Shall include a statement that land application of sewage sludge is prohibited except in accordance with the instructions on the label or information sheet.

120.6 Information confirming that all requirements of the Delaware Department of Agriculture Regulations (Chapter 21, Title 3, Delaware Code) governing the sale of commercial fertilizers and soil conditioners have been met.

7 Del. Admin. Code § 7103-120.0