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bacteria produce lipopolysaccharides (LPS) as part of the outer layer of their cell wall that
have toxic properties. When the cells lyse, the toxins, called endotoxins, are set free. Inhalation
of these can lead to fever and flu-like symptoms.
ODTS
Organic Dust Toxic Syndrome (ODTS) is a non-infectious, flu-like illness, characterized by
fever, malaise, muscular pain, and inflammation of the lower respiratory tract, and has been
observed in persons exposed to dust containing large amounts of fungi and bacteria. Because no
correlation between the presence of precipitation antibodies and illness could be established, an
unspecific immune mechanism is suspected.
6.2. THERMOTOLERANT/THERMOPHILIC FUNGI
Fungi play an important role in the degradation process of composts. While yeasts could be
isolated in the first few days of the composting process during the acidification phase,
thermophilic or thermotolerant species of the order Zygomycetes, Ascomycetes, Basidiomycetes
and Fungi imperfecti predominated during the rotting and Ceratocystis, Doratomyces, and
Trichoderma in the maturation phase. In stored compost, the opportunistic human pathogenic
species Paecilomyces varioti and Scopulariopsis brevicaulis were detected.
Virulence: Both the small size of the conidia and the ability to grow at 37C contribute to the
pathogeneicity (mycosis) of AF. However, other virulence factors are presumed to be responsible
for the germination of the conidia and the growth of mycelial filaments in the lung tissue. Toxins
contained in the conidia are thought to weaken the action of the cilia that cover the surface of the
respiratory tract and that are normally mechanically removing all foreign particles. AF was also
found to produce proteases that inactivate substances, which render microorganisms more
susceptible to macrophage attack in the alveoli, as well as a toxin, gliotoxin, which reduces the
mobility of phagocytes.
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However, none of these substances was proven alone responsible for the pathogeneicity of AF,
and no difference was seen between strains isolated from patients suffering from mycoses and
strains isolated from the environment. Alternatively, authors concluded that any strain of AF
could become pathogenic if the normal defense reactions of the host are suppressed.
Presence and dispersion in composting operations: already the garden and kitchen waste
contained, dependent on the season, up to 10
7
cfu/gDW, the highest concentrations being
measured in the spring material. Grass clippings supported higher AF levels (10
6
) than dead
leaves (10
4
). Old woodchips were a big source of AF, as they contained between 10
6
and 10
7
cfu/gDW. Even undigested sewage sludge had between 10
2
and 10
3
cfu/gDW AF.
During the composting process, a reduction of AF numbers was observed, especially in the
active rotting phase, when temperatures were highest. In the investigations that took compost
samples in different depths in compost piles, it was shown that AF concentrations were always
higher on the surface than in the center, where high temperatures and maybe reduced oxygen
content limited fungal survival and growth. Screening of the compost often lead to an increase in
AF numbers, attributed to a break-up of spore chains. In sewage sludge composts experiments
reported the highest AF concentrations in composts from static pile facilities.
The percentage of AF on the total fungal flora made out between 20 and 100 %, dependent on
the stage of the composting process.
In the heating phase, AF occurred almost exclusively, while in the maturation phase, due to
temperature decrease and thus concurrence by other, mesophilic fungi, as well as the depletion of
degradable substances and progressive drying, its percentage was reduced.
6.3. BACTERIA
Among the bacteria, the actinomycetes and the Gram
bacteria, defined as bacteria with a cell wall consisting of a thin murein layer and an outer
membrane of proteins, phospholipids and LPS, being colored red by the Gram differential
coloration method, have their importance in composting in the connection with the release of
endotoxins.
Enterobacteraceae
The family of Enterobacteraceae (formerly Enterobacteriaceae) groups 2-3 m long, Gram
,
mostly peritrichously flagellated and oxidase-negative bacteria that are rod-shaped. They do not
form spores and are facultative anaerobes. Some species have their habitat in the gut of warm-
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blooded animals and man, whereas others occur normally in water or soil or are plant pathogens.
Strains affecting human health are either primary (mostly gastrointestinal disorders) or secondary
(urinary tract disease, pneumonia, septicemia, meningitis, wound infection) pathogens.
The most important representatives of this group are members of the genera Escherichia,
Proteus, Enterobacter, Serratia, Erwinia, Klebsiella, Salmonella, and Vibrio.
The classification of Enterobacteraceae is not always easy: The newly named species Pantoea
agglomerans , most common in organic dusts, is a synonym of Enterobacter agglomerans and
Erwinia herbicola, which by recent research using DNA hybridization, have been shown to be
the same species. Also, proposals were made to transfer the species Enterobacter aerogenes to
the genus Klebsiella.
The percentage of detection of the different species varied from one installation to the other. A
recent publication reported the occurrence of Salmonella in 50% of the investigated fresh
biowaste samples.
Coliforms
Coliforms are lactose-fermenting Enterobacteraceae, which can be of either human, animal or
plant origin. Species of the genera Klebsiella, Enterobacter and Erwinia are part of the
autochthonous flora of plants. Instead of total coliforms, fecal coliforms which are supposed to
be only of human or animal origin, are determined by incubation at 44C. In fresh biowaste,
where concentrations up to 10
8
cfu/gDW fecal coliforms were measured, 1-3 times more total
coliforms. In a MSW compost, however, where the microorganisms had be exposed to elevated
temperatures (maximum 75C), no difference between total and fecal coliforms was seen.
Total coliforms are monitored during the composting process because the die-off of coliforms
should give a good indication of the completeness of the disinfecting process, and because the
population of coliforms can be directly related to the population of human pathogens.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation demands for sewage sludge
compost a final concentration of 1000 cfu coliforms/gDW.
Escherichia coli
The species Escherichia coli (E. coli) belongs to the family of Enterobacteraceae, and because it
is lactose positive to the group of coliforms. It is part of the normal intestinal flora of man, where
it is present in concentrations of 10
5
to 10
9
cfu/g feces. Some strains are pathogenic. Its presence
in water and food is an important indicator for a fecal contamination. Investigations of biowaste
have shown its presence in sometimes quite high concentrations (up to 10
7
cfu/gDW),
questioning its fecal origin.
6.4. WAYS OF POSSIBLE INFECTION
Pathogenic microorganisms either are attached to the compost material, or are emitted in form of
bioaerosols often associated with dust particles. Infections or allergic reactions in compost
workers can occur by inhalation or swallowing of aerosols, by oral contact with compost due to
insufficient personal hygiene, or by entry through wounds. While the last two possibilities can be
avoided by an adequate instruction of the personnel, and technical measures (protective clothing,
etc.), the emergence of bioaerosols can not be completely avoided, unless the composting
installation is entirely enclosed and automated, and the vitiated air is filtered before emission to
the atmosphere. Although effective personnel protection could be given by the wearing of masks,
this is, because of reasons of comfort, only feasible in special situation and for a short period, e.g.
for control of completely closed installations or biofilters.
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Aerosols
A collection of airborne biological particles is called a bioaerosol. Those generated by agitation
of moist compost during the rotting phase are a mixture of microorganisms and plant particles
associated with inorganic particles, surrounded by a thin layer of moisture and often consist of
aggregates of several organisms.
Human exposure to aerosol during turning of a
compost pile
Thousands of A. fumigatus particles collected
on Petri dish (8 cm diameter) from 100L of air
aspirated 50m behind the turning machine
Human exposure to aerosolized microorganisms and their metabolites happens mainly by
inhalation of aerosols: the average amount of air inhaled is approximately 10 m
3
/day; one breath
accounts to 0.5 (no activity) to 3 (heavy work, sport) liters, which adds, by 16 breaths/min, to an
average air volume of 0.8 m
3
/ hour by moderate heavy work.
Large airborne particles are lodged in the upper respiratory tract (nose and nasopharynx),
particles < 6 m are transported to the lung, and the very small fraction (2-3 m) gets to the
alveoli.
Aerosols are released before being transported by air. Their settling is affected by the
physical properties of the particles (size, density, shape) and the environmental parameters
(air currents, relative humidity, temperature).
7. CONCLUSI ON PRACTI CAL AND FUNDAMENTAL BASI C RULES
Our practical and fundamental works (1994-2002), financed by Swiss National Scientific
Research Fund (priority program and biotechnology, biorisk module) permitted the identification
and evaluation of risks present on site at industrial size composting and anaerobic digestion
facilities. Technical solutions were proposed and adopted thereby significantly reducing or
eliminating hygiene risks and to improve the management of industrial facilities/systems in order
to produce rapidly a good quality final compost.
Industrial composting is a controlled process. The main objectives of this process are to
maximize the hygienization and biodegradation/mineralisation. As described in chapter 3, the hot
composts are populated with literally billions of thermophilic bacteria per gram; present a wide
diversity of highly thermophilic (high temperature loving 60-80 degrees C) bacteria, which serve
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to degrade organic waste at quasi-infernal temperatures. These elevated temperatures are created
through the intensive management of the compost, commonly referred to as thermocomposting.
The thermocomposting technique improves and accelerates the degradation of waste, rapidly
kills most of the pathogens for man and plants, avoids the repopulation of the finished compost
by pathogens, avoids the formation of odors, and permits the production of a compost of
excellent quality within just 8 - 12 weeks.
Even without understanding in detail the complex microbial processes, designer, manager and
operator of composting installations should consider certain fundamental basic rules in order to
produce compost under good conditions. From our practical work on several different industrial
composting installations, we consider the following parameters as essential for an optimal
thermocomposting :
The initial nutrient balance (C/N ratio between 25-35), to ensure a good degradation without
nutrient limitation.
The initial structure and the size of the composting mass to ensure an optimized aeration
(passive or mechanical) required for an efficient aerobic degradation process. This rate is
directly related to the type of waste and to the phase (initial, intermediary and terminal) of the
composting process.
The control of the airflow rate (in high technology systems) to ensure a homogenous and fast
microbial degradation rate. This rate is directly related to the type of waste and to the
phase (initial, intermediary and terminal) of the composting process.
The moisture content (45-55%), sufficient to allow optimum activity without releasing
leachates.
The frequency of mixing or turning, to ensure a better homogeneity of the degradation process.
The frequent mixing or turning (e.g. 2-3x / week), improves and stimulate :
- the constant availability of organic and mineral substrate to micro-organisms, sustaining a
high degradation rate and thermohygienization,
- the redistribution of the free enzymes and micro-organisms in the whole mass,
- the porosity, air diffusion and moisture distribution minimizes air channeling and avoids the
formation of large anaerobic zones provoking nauseating odors.
The duration of the composting process (minimum 6-8 weeks) : to avoid toxic effects of the
end product, as well as the recolonisation of pathogens promoted by the presence of residual
large amounts of easily biodegradable organic compounds.
This type of management should be applied universally for industrial size composting and
aerobic digestion + composting facilities in Switzerland and around the world.
If these basic rules are not respected, the microbial degradation process, the hygienization, and
the final compost quality are negatively affected.
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8. COMPOSTI NG WI TH COMPAG TECHNOLOGI ES
The <Swiss-Made>, COMPAG Technology permits the recycling of all types of biowaste. The
process is 100% ecological and is effective for all organic wastes and agro industrial by-products.
The technology was developed in the late 1980's evolving significantly in the past decade.
Numerous scientific studies have been conducted in view to optimize the technical and
biological parameters. In Switzerland today, the COMPAG system is the most commonly used
fully automated composting technology.
STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES OF THE COMPAG TECHNOLOGY
Application, technical management and economics
1. Reliable system with simplified management, minimum labor input and optimized
economic model for the treatment of 5,000 to 10,000 or more metric tons of waste per
year.
2. Automated controls for real time management of the technical parameters (aeration,
turning, hydrating, temperatures, duration, stocking and post-maturation of the finished
compost,).
3. Adaptation and instant modification of the management parameters as a function of
the types of biowaste and the optimum conditions for biodegradation.
4. Highly flexible, easily expandable with a wide range of fields of application :
Biotreatment of all types of urban and industrial biowaste
Remediation of contaminated sites with co-composting
Biotreatment of contaminated industrial wastes with co-composting technique
Dehydration of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) (50% water reduction in 12 days).
5. Enhanced economic return due in part to an accelerated biodegrading/maturation
process resulting in excellent quality finished compost in only 8-10 weeks time.
6. Optimal aerobic maturation during the storage of the compost.
Biology, biodegradation hygiene and compost quality
7. Accelerated degradation/maturation yielding a variety of compost qualities for diverse
applications. For example: the period of 4-5 weeks for fresh compost and 10-12 weeks
for a high quality potting compost.
8. Rapid elimination of all pathogens present in fresh waste (1 - 3 days) via composting,
ensuring safety for human, animal and plant life.
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9. Hygiene and biosafety guaranteed for the workers, the persons living nearby the
installations, due to the absence or very limited dispersion in the air of pathogenic
microorganisms.
10. Avoids the formation of troublesome odors throughout the whole process.
11. Natural selection of the microorganisms responsible for the biodegradation through
the control over the principle parameters (aeration, turning, hydration, temperature,
duration, storage and maturation...).
12. Homogeneous and constant biodegradation with optimal distribution of
microorganisms and enzymes due to lateral and horizontal turning mechanism.
13. Production of a high agronomic and biological quality compost comprising a high
diversity and elevated quantity of micro-organisms generally regarded as indispensable
for the regeneration and fertilization of soil and for the elimination of plant pathogens.
Useful Addresses:
Mr. Frhlich (CEO of COMPAG): commercialization of turnkey installations, licensing of COMPAG
technologies, and sales of equipment components and operations system software.
[email protected] http://www.compag.ch
Mr. Ronald Ermatinger (Director of ATB SA, Tramelan-CH): civil engineering, logistics, waste
collection, and cost of ownership estimations.
[email protected] http://atb-sa.ch
Dr.. Trello Beffa (CEO of MADEP SA, Bevaix-CH): technical and biological management, fields of
application: hygiene and biosafety, quality control of finished compost.
[email protected]
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