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Hello:
You are invited to participate in the USCC survey on Compost Facility Operators and Supervisors (CFOS) competencies.

Thank you for participating in this survey. We know that your time is valuable and hope that you find this opportunity worthwhile. The survey is short and focused with a total of 13 questions. Since some questions require reading supporting information, the survey may take 20-25 minutes. We value your responses. You are helping to validate the scope of practice for Composting Facility Operators and Supervisors (CFOS). This is very important for the growth of this field.

Please try to complete the entire survey in one sitting. If this is not possible, you should be able to return to the survey by clicking the link in your email. If that does not work or for other technical issues, please contact Sharon Gander at [email protected].

This survey is being sent only to CFOS or those who work with CFOS. If you are enthusiastic about this process and would like to include others, please send those individual’s names, titles, and email addresses to [email protected].

Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. Your perspective is essential. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Sharon Gander by email at the email address specified below.

Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

The USCC credentialing team
 
 
Section A: Background and Experience
 
 
 
Help us understand your perspectives a little better by answering three questions about your role, experience, and region. Please choose the response that is closest to your background and experience.

What is your current role in the composting field?
 
I work at a composting facility.
 
I am a trainer, teachers, or educator.
 
I work for a composting regulator.
 
Other
 
 
 
 
Please explain.
   
 
 
 
How many years of experience do you have in composting?
 
Less than 5 years
 
More than 5 years
 
 
 
In what region of the United States do you live and work?
 
Northeast
 
Southeast
 
Midwest
 
Great Plains & Rockies
 
Southwest (including California)
 
Pacific Northwest
 
 
 
Section B: Rate skill domains on 3 dimensions
 
 
Composting Science: The competent Composting Facility Operator and Supervisor:
  • Recognizes the role of chemistry and biology to composting processes.
  • Describes relationships among six key process variables.
  • Influences and controls the six key process variables (feedstocks, oxygen, moisture, pile shape and size, time and temperature). 
  • Applies odor science to identify and solving problems. 
  • Understands concept of compost maturity and how to measure maturity. · Knows when to use different composting methods for best results.
  • Explains the purpose for using value-added processing (screening, blending, bagging). 
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    With what frequency does the competent CFOS do this work?
    How difficult is this work to do?
    How important is this work to success of the operation?
     
     
    Feedstock Management: The competent Composting Facility Operator and Supervisor:
  • Understands how geography and availability of feedstocks and water affect the end product.
  • Understands the properties of various types of feedstocks and how each affects the composting process and product.
  • Identifies appropriate bulking agents/amendments.
  • Distinguishes non-acceptable wastes and the acceptable techniques for removing them (e.g. waste screening).
  • Prepares a recipe using recipe calculator.
  • Understands how to manage and blend feedstocks in nuisance-free manner.
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    With what frequency does the competent CFOS do this work?
    How difficult is this work to do?
    How important is this work to success of the operation?
     
     
    Site Management:The competent Composting Facility Operator and Supervisor:

  • Understands the need to control site cleanliness, weeds and pests.
  • Understands the need for site security.
  • Compares characteristics of sites for supporting the chosen composting process and the products created.
  • Recognizes siting layout strengths and limitations.
  • Calculates site tonnage and volume.
  • Recognizes key composting equipment and can explain the use of each.
  • Explains impact of equipment choices on production rates, production quality, materials handling logistics, and consumer satisfaction.
  • Identifies equipment maintenance requirements at composting equipment.
  • Implements preventative maintenance.
  • Plans and coordinates vehicle traffic.
  • Documents daily site activities.
  • Understands need for leachate controls and how to implement.
  • Understands need for surface water controls and how to implement.
  • Understands need to monitor inventory and storage space.
  • Implements various odor management techniques.
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    With what frequency does the competent CFOS do this work?
    How difficult is this work to do?
    How important is this work to success of the operation?
     
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