Trucked Liquid Waste

1. Collection Area
   Only TLW originating from within the jurisdiction of the City of Abbotsford and the City of Mission, as indicated in the Boundary Map of Abbotsford and Boundary Map of Mission, will be accepted. For wastes originating outside the Cities, the Carrier must contact the respective municipality or regional district for disposal options.
2. Domestic Liquid Waste
   Only Domestic Waste as defined in the Sewer Bylaws will be accepted. Examples of accepted sources include septic tanks, residential holding tanks, and similar domestic systems. Industrial, commercial, and institutional liquid waste that does not meet this definition will not be accepted.
3. Grease Trap Waste
   The mixing of Domestic Liquid Waste with Non-Domestic Liquid Waste is strictly prohibited, except in the case of Grease Trap Waste. Wastes generated from grease interceptors within Abbotsford and Mission may be transported for treatment at the TLW Facility provided it is diluted with septage at a ratio of 1:10 prior to discharge. Carriers must document all sources of Grease Trap Waste on the TLW Carrier Declaration Form.

Any waste listed below must NOT be discharged at the TLW Facility under any circumstances.

1. Waste collected outside the City of Abbotsford and the City of Mission.
2. Non-domestic waste, with the exception of Grease Trap Waste diluted with septage at a ratio of 1:10 prior to discharge.
3. Sludges of organic origin (e.g. waste activated sludge).
4. Waste that cannot be pumped.
5. Waste containing inert material (e.g., sand, rock, gravel, wood, etc.).
6. Waste containing acids or caustics.
7. Waste containing heavy metals.
8. Waste with a pH less than 5.5 or greater than 9.5.
9. Waste stored in small containers (e.g., bottles, pails, drums).
10. Waste containing any materials listed in the Prohibited Waste.
11. Hazardous Waste as defined by the Hazardous Waste Regulation under the provincial Environmental Management Act.
12. Any waste that may cause:
    • Damage to infrastructure
    • Operational upset
    • Risk to the health and safety of workers
    • Risk to the environment

1. Obtain a municipal business license with either the City of Abbotsford or the City of Mission. Proof of validity must be provided with the application. 
2. Complete TLW Form A - Application for Discharge Authorization. Follow the instructions on the form to complete and submit the application. Applications will be processed within approximately 10 business days and the Carrier will be notified of the outcome by email.
3. Following approval for discharge authorization, all Carrier drivers must complete an onsite orientation using TLW Form B - Driver Orientation with JAMES Plant staff prior to their first discharge. The Carrier is responsible for coordinating attendance and ensuring that Drivers understand the requirements for use of the TLW Facility.
4. Drivers must complete TLW Form C - TLW Carrier Declaration Form for each load discharged. All fields must be completed accurately and legibly. 

1. Can I bring grease from my home? No. The JAMES Wastewater Treatment Plant is not currently set up to accept grease from residents at this time. We suggest that the grease be composted or disposed of with your garbage. 
2. Can I discharge waste from my recreational vehicle at the JAMES Wastewater Treatment Plant TLW facility? No. Sewer Regulations Bylaw No. 2664-2017 states that all waste from recreational vehicles must be disposed of at designated sani-dump station and cannot be disposed of at the JAMES Treatment Plant TLW facility.
3. Are drivers required to wear PPE? Yes. Required PPE includes high visibility clothing, gloves, and safety footwear.

All Carriers and their Drivers must comply with the safety requirements at the JAMES Plant TLW Facility. These requirements are intended to protect personnel, maintain the integrity of the facility, and ensure safe handling of TLW.

The following safety rules and considerations must be observed while onsite:

1. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE): high visibility clothing, gloves, and safety footwear.
2. Do not enter restricted and potentially hazardous areas.
3. Maintain proper personal hygiene.
4. Ensure all work complies with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and standards.
5. In case of an emergency, use the two-way radio system to contact JAMES Plant staff for assistance.
6. Follow emergency procedures and report to designated assembly areas.
7. Respond immediately to alarms.
8. The TLW Facility is equipped with two alarms for high H₂S and LEL (Lower Explosive Limit). Do not enter the building when alarms are activated, and Carriers must remain within the designated handrail area.
9. Drive safely and comply with posted speed limits.
10. Use the designated backup disposal location if directed.
11. Do not pressurize the TLW system as it runs on gravity feed.

1. Disposal Fees

   Every person who discharges TLW at the JAMES Plant must pay a TLW fee to the City, calculated in accordance with the fee set out in the Fees and Charges Bylaw. The disposal fee is based on the recovery cost of treating TLW at the JAMES Plant, as well as the operation and maintenance of the TLW Facility. The fee is prorated according to the actual volume discharged and is reviewed on an annual basis. 

   Example: Fee calculation for 10,000 litres of TLW, based on a disposal fee rate of $51.63/1,000 L:

   (10,000 L) x ($51.63 / 1,000 L) = $516.30

   2. Invoice and Payment

   Carriers will be invoiced on a monthly basis and full payment shall be paid to the City of Abbotsford within 30 days of the invoice date. Late payments are subject to an interest penalty of 1% per month on any outstanding balance.

1. Non-Compliance and Enforcement

   Carriers and their Drivers are required to comply with all acceptance and discharge criteria, facility rules, and administrative requirements outlined in the Procedure Manual. Failure to comply may result in the suspension or revocation of the Carrier’s authorization to use the TLW Facility at the discretion of the JAMES Plant Manager. In addition, the City reserves the right to pursue legal action to recover any damages, costs, or liabilities resulting from non-compliance.

   Falsifying or omitting information on any required forms is considered a serious violation. Any Carrier or Driver found falsifying or omitting information may have their authorization immediately suspended or revoked at the discretion of the JAMES Plant Manager. 

   The load will be rejected if it is found to be in violation of the terms and conditions outlined in the Procedure Manual or the Sewer Bylaw.

2. Auditing and Verification

   The City conducts audits on all TLW discharges by reviewing the information provided on the declaration forms and through regular monitoring of trucked loads. The City of Abbotsford may contact Generators to verify the accuracy of the information provided. To support this process, declaration forms must include complete Generator information including name, phone number, and address. Carriers are responsible for informing their customers that they may be contacted as part of this verification process.

   In addition, TLW trucks are subject to routine sampling and analytical testing carried out by a third-party accredited laboratory. This testing ensures that the quality of the waste discharged meets the acceptance criteria. Any discrepancies or non-compliance identified through audits, verification, or testing may result in enforcement actions.

All authorized Carriers will be notified in advance of any changes to this schedule. It is the responsibility of the Carrier to provide up-to-date contact information to the JAMES Plant to ensure accurate and timely communication.

• Procedure Manual for Use of the JAMES Wastewater Treatment Plant Trucked Liquid Waste Facility 
• TLW Form A - Application for Discharge Authorization
• TLW Form B - Driver Orientation
• TLW Form C - Carrier TLW Declaration Form
• List of Prohibited Wastes
• Map of the TLW Facility 
• Boundary Map of Abbotsford
• Boundary Map of Mission

The Driver must submit a complete, accurate, and legible TLW Carrier Declaration for each load discharged, and must identify all generators that contributed to the load. The form must be submitted to the designated form collection area at the TLW Facility. For the purposes of the Procedure Manual, the following descriptions and requirements are as follows:

1. Carrier refers to an authorized waste disposal company that transports TLW to the JAMES Plant TLW Facility for discharge and treatment.
2. Driver refers to an individual employed or contracted by the authorized Carrier to transport TLW and discharge it at the TLW Facility
3. Vehicle License # must be valid at the time of discharge.
4. Total Volume of Discharge are in either cubic metres (m3) or Litres (L). 
5. Date and Time of Disposal refers to the date and time the TLW was discharged.
6. Generator is the original source, owner, or producer of TLW requiring transportation and disposal. It does not include haulers or third-party service providers unless they also own the property the waste originated.
7. Generator Name, Address & Telephone # refers to the contact information of the property where the TLW originated.
8. Multiple Generators refer to a single load of TLW collected from more than one source. For locations that do not have a formal address (e.g. construction sites, parks, or temporary event locations), the declaration form must include the nearest cross streets, park name, or any site reference.
9. Municipality refers to the city where the TLW originated and must be either the City of Abbotsford or the City of Mission.
10. Load Type includes accepted sources such as portable toilets, septic tanks, residential holding tanks, and similar domestic systems. Industrial, commercial, and institutional liquid waste that does not meet this definition will not be accepted.

Multiple Generators refer to a single load of TLW collected from more than one source. For locations that do not have a formal address (e.g. construction sites, parks, or temporary event locations), the declaration form must include the nearest cross streets, park name, or any site reference. 

For example: Harris Road and Gladwin Road, Ag-Rec Centre, Mill Lake Park, etc.