1. (a) The report must identify the final use or final disposal of the sludge. The use, disposal, and transportation of sludge must be conducted in accordance with the requirements contained in Chapter 312 of this title (relating to Sludge Use, Disposal, and Transportation).

2. (b) Quantities of Sludge.

   1. (1) An estimate of the quantity of solids generated by the treatment process from a similar full-scale facility or pilot study must be included in the report.
   2. (2) A mass balance approach must be used to determine the quantity of sludge produced at a facility.
3. (c) Final Disposition. The use or disposal option must be based on the characteristics of the sludge.

4. (d) Sludge Constituents.

   1. (1) Metals and their concentration in sludge must be determined using Standard Method's laboratory test procedures and must be less than the levels specified in §312.63 of this title (relating to Metal Limits (Other Than Domestic Septage)).
   2. (2) A sludge processing system must be designed to reduce pathogens in sludge to levels compliant with Chapter 312 of this title concerning the ultimate use or disposal method.
   3. (3) A sludge processing system must be designed to produce digested sludge that complies with Chapter 312 of this title with regards vector attraction.
5. (e) Emergency Provisions for Sludge Disposal. A design must include a secondary method of sludge disposal in the event of conditions that prevent the use of a facility's primary use or disposal method. A secondary method must be included in the report.
6. (f) Weather Factors. Weather factors such as rainfall, wind conditions, and humidity must be included in the determination of the use or disposal of sludge.

Source Note:The provisions of this §217.252 adopted to be effective August 28, 2008, 33 TexReg 6843.