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Environmental Compliance Monitoring Report Semi-Annual Report Project Number: 35173-013 Loan Numbers: 3157 and 8304, Grant Number:0405 July 2020 Nepal: Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project Prepared by the Government of Nepal for the Asian Development Bank This Environmental Compliance Monitoring Report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature. Your attention is directed to the “terms of use” section of this website. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.
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Environmental Compliance Monitoring Report
Semi-Annual Report Project Number: 35173-013
Loan Numbers: 3157 and 8304, Grant Number:0405
July 2020
Nepal: Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
Prepared by the Government of Nepal for the Asian Development Bank
This Environmental Compliance Monitoring Report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed
herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be
preliminary in nature. Your attention is directed to the “terms of use” section of this website.
In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or
reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does
not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.
Government of Nepal Asian Development Bank
Ministry of Water Supply
Semi-Annual Environmental Monitoring
Report-VII (January-June) 2020
Submitted in July 2020
PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE (PMO)
Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project Loan
3157
Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management
Ministry of Water Supply
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Executive Summary
Environmental Monitoring of Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector project has been
conducting as per Safeguard Policy of Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Environment legislation of the
Government to determine the degree of environmental impacts of the selected town projects during
project planning and implementation complying effectiveness of the mitigation measures. Project
Screening and Environment Categorization of ADB classification system to reflect the significance of a
project’s potential environmental impacts determining project category considering the mostly
environmentally sensitive component, including direct, indirect, cumulative, and induced impacts in the
project’s area of influence, all town projects are classified under Category B. Similarly, the prerequisite requirement of environmental legislation Environment Protection Act (EPA) 2019 and Environment
Protection Regulation (EPR 2020), Government of Nepal (GoN), selected town projects have to accompany
Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) studies.
The operational policies of the ADB include three safeguards Policies involve a structured process of
impact assessment, planning, and mitigation to address the adverse effects of projects throughout the
project cycle. The safeguard requirements of the policies involve impact identification and assessment
early in the project cycle, development and implementation of plans to avoid, minimize, mitigate, or
compensate for the potential adverse impacts and affected information dissemination and consultation
with the local people during project preparation and implementation.
The National Environmental Impact Assessment Guideline (1993) requires that monitoring types,
indicators, schedules, and responsibility to be identified in the IEE report and as per Rule 45 of the EPR
2020, the concerned agency – here the Ministry of Water Supply (MoWS), Department of Water Supply,
and Sewerage Management (DWSSM) is the legally responsible monitoring agency. This Rule also
empowers responsible agency to issue additional environmental control measures and directives for the
project to adopt mitigation measures if the actual impacts are higher than the ones specified in the
conditions prescribed at the time of approving the proposal for implementation. The sole of this
monitoring program has also been guided by ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS) 2009 and its
requirements. The ADB-financed projects has required provisions of the policies to undertake social and
environmental assessments, carry out consultations with affected people and communities, prepare and
implement safeguard plans, monitor the implementation of these plans, prepare and submit monitoring
reports. Thus, this Semi-Annual Environmental Monitoring Report of January to June 2020 has prepared
covering Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector projects (TSTWSSSP).
Approach and Methodology: The approach and methods mainly focused on approved IEE reports and
Environmental Management Plan (EMP) of the selected Town projects. The main methods adopted to
prepare this monitoring reports covers; literature review, collection of primary data from field level
measurement and survey, inspection/observation, consultation and interaction with community,
stakeholders and local people covering physical, biological socio-economic & cultural environment during
planning and implementation stages of the town projects. The monthly progress reports submitted to
Project Management Office (PMO) through Regional PMO with support from Design, Supervision, and
Management Consultant (DSMC) duly reflected during preparation of this environmental monitoring
report.
Compliance with Environmental Covenants: The project has met all the compliance requirements of the
GoN and ADB, approving Terms of Reference (ToR) and IEEs of selected Town subprojects from MoWS
fulfilling legal and procedural requirements. Total 21 IEE reports of all TSTWSSSP have already approved.
Status of Project Implementation: Altogether 8 projects of Eastern Regional Design, Supervision and
Management Consultant (ERDSMC) entered in Operation and Maintenance (O & M) and Defect Liability
Period (DLP) phase and Charali, Jhapa and Mahendranagar, Sunsari is completed. Bidur Nuwakot and
Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Strom Draingae, Siraha are under construction phase. Among the 11 subprojects of
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Western Regional Design, Supervision and Management Consultant (WRDSMC), Khalanga Sitalpati and
Tikapur subprojects have been crossed DLP phase and other 9 projects are DLP and O & M stages.
Institutions and Responsibilities: The concerned institutions and responsibilities for environmental
monitoring reveals as executing agency, the MOWS, GoN, working through the DWSSM, which has
established a PMO for the project headed by a Project Director. The PMO is responsible for overall project
planning, management, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the project. The DWSSM has
established two RPMOs. The Water User and Sanitation Committees (WUSC), on behalf of the Water Users
Association or the municipality is responsible for O & M of the water supply and sanitation facilities
constructed, operating under a management agreement with PMO/DWSSM.
Compliance Status with the Environment Management and Monitoring Plans: The EMP of individual
Town projects has included proposed mitigation measures of the project activities, environmental
monitoring and reporting requirements, emergency response procedures, related institutional or
organizational arrangements, capacity development and training measures, implementation schedule,
cost estimates, and performance indicators. Detailed project wise Compliance Status with EMP and
Monitoring Plans of the each subprojects of Eastern and Western Regions are presented in this report.
The contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards
Environmental Safeguard issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in
the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project;
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area
and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project conditions
and;
• EMP implementation throughout the project cycle
Monitoring of Environmental Impacts on Project surroundings: Regular monitoring carried out to comply
activities outlined in EMP of the proposed subprojects. Comprehensive environmental monitoring
parameters include monitoring of principle components like Greenery Promotion and Plantation, Pollution
Prevention and Abatement, Campsite Management, Solid Waste and Drainage Management, Health and
Safety, Physical Cultural Resources and Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) facility under the
supervision of the consultant’s Environmental Specialist. Detailed Compliance Status of the TSTWSSS
Project presented in each individual town projects included as per EMP implementation and monitoring
activities carried out during construction and O & M stages of the project.
Public Consultation: Consultation carried out in a manner commensurate with the impacts on affected
communities during the field visit. The contractor’s personnel and onsite staff from the Consultant were oriented/ trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguard issues, during
construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in
the EMP during carrying out construction activities; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area
and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstate the environment to at least their pre-project conditions.
GRM: A town project-specific GRM has been established in construction phase of each town projects to
receive record, evaluate, and facilitate the resolution of AP’s project related concerns, complaints, and grievances.
Overall Findings and Recommendations/Remedial Actions
Observations
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• Air, water quality and noise level monitored periodically and continued up to project implementation
period
• Some town projects lies within community forest area within direct and indirect impact area, where
possible loss of forest and vegetation is an issue that can be highly considered to protect and
promoting plantation in project environment. The projects under DLP and O & M Stages, remaining
EMP activities, greenery promotion and plantation activities are ongoing
• More environmental awareness to the workers is required regarding health safety equipment (OSE)
as the contractors has provided OHSE equipment’s and first aids, which are not fully utilized
• Construction work has not carried out nearby streams or water bodies and contamination on surface
water not observed.
• Solid waste properly managed and no any complaint against construction activities reported by the
local people
• Employment opportunity given to the local communities, child labor not involved and not any conflict
with the local communities
• Most of the implementation activities in later stages hampered due to COVID-19 Pandemic.
Key environmental issues
• Implementation of EMP activities during project implementation like seasonal testing of water
quality, proper management of liquid and solid waste, plantation activities, efficient campsite
management, proper mitigation of air, nose and water pollution
Action Away forward
• Implementation of EMP activities till the project completion period
• Avail primary aid facility and OHS equipment to the workers including increment level of awareness
• Need erection of safety signs, awareness raising regarding plantation and biodiversity conservation
• Conduct training and awareness programs to the workers, user committee members and concerned
stakeholders as recommended in the EMP
• Need to prepare Site-specific EMP (SEMP) that includes the occupational health and safety (OHS)
plan and a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to manage COVID-19 risks in the work place
considering the prevailing pandemic situation and the guidance issued by GoN.
Conclusion
The subprojects scope towards civil works from design, construction to implementation that cause
impacts/issues and concerns addressed through adopting existing government legislation of Nepal, ADB
SPS, strategy, and guidelines. To ensure that the projects are environmentally sound, designed to operate
in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and not likely to cause significant environmental,
health, or safety hazards, ADB’s SPS screening criteria resembles selected TSTWSS subprojects under
'Category B' and IEE of all projects approved from MoWS under prerequisite legislative requirement of
GoN.
Monitoring compliance with EMP implementation and safeguard measures are ongoing as per progress
status of the project. Among 21 TSTWSSP projects, Charali Jhapa, Mahendranagar Sunsari, Sitalpati Salyan
and Tikapur Kailali have been completed and remaining 16 projects are under implementation stage.
Bidur_Nuwakot, Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Storm Drainage and Beautification of Charali FSMTP are under
construction phase. Furthermore, IEE of 12 selected enhancement projects have been approved and
enhancement work is on progress. The two Regional DSMCs assisting the RPMOs with the overall planning,
implementation and monitoring of each subproject during all stages of implementation including
adherence to all environmental and social safeguards requirements working together with the WUSCs,
local bodies (LBs) and communities. Considering the nature of the project, only minor negative impacts
on the project sites observed. The overall implementation, supervision and monitoring of the EMP
activities concerning environmental safeguards status of the town projects is satisfactory. Proper
implementation of EMP as approved IEE reports, site specific EMPs of individual projects considering OHS)
plan and a SOP to manage COVID-19 risks in the work place and additional site-specific issues identified
need to be address and monitor during all stages from pre-construction, construction to O & M phases.
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Abbreviations
ADB Asian Development Bank
AP Affected Person
AM Accountability Mechanism
CRO Complaint Receiving Officer
DI Ductile Iron
DOWSSM Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management
DRTAC Design Review and Technical Audit Consultant
DSMC Design, Supervision, and Management Consultant
EA Executive Agency
EARF Environmental Assessment and Review Framework
EIA Environmental Impact Assessment
EMP Environmental Management Plan
EMR Environmental Monitoring Report
EO Environmental Officer
EPA Environment Protection Act
EPR Environment Protection Regulations
ESA Environmental Safeguard Assistant
ESE Environmental Safeguard Expert
FSM Fecal Sludge Management
GI Galvanized Iron
GoN Government of Nepal
GRM Grievance Redress Mechanism
GRC Grievance Redress Committee
HHs Households
ICG Implementation Core Group
IPP Indigenous People Plan
IEE Initial Environmental Examination
MoWS Ministry of Water Supply
MoFE Ministry of Forests and Environment
NCB National Competitive Bidding
NEA Nepal Electricity Authority
NPR Nepalese Rupees
NOC No Objection Certificate
OHS Occupational Health and Safety
OBA Output Based Aid
O & M Operation and Maintenance
PMO Project Management Office
REA Rapid Environmental Assessment
RP Resettlement Plan
ROW Right of Way
RDSMCs Regional Design Supervision & Management Consultants
RPMO Regional Project Management Office
SPS Safeguard Policy Statement
TDF Town Development Fund
ToR Terms of Reference
TSTWSSSP Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector project
USD United States Dollar
UWSSSP Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
WASH Water Sanitation and Hygiene
WHO World Health Organization
WSSDO Water Supply and Sanitation Divisional Office
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WTP Water Treatment Plant
WUSC Water Users’ and Sanitation Committee
WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
C Celsius/centigrade
Dba decibel audible
Ha hectare/s
Km kilometer
Kph kilometer/s per hour
m meter
m3 cubic meter/s
Amsl Above mean sea level
mg/l
Mm
milligram/s per liter
millimeter/s
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Contents Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................................ i
Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................................. i
List of Tables ................................................................................................................................................. v
List of Figures ................................................................................................................................................ vi
List of Pictures ............................................................................................................................................... vi
1. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. Background ........................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2. Status of Town Projects ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.3. Compliance with Environmental Covenants......................................................................................... 4
1.4. Institutional Arrangement and Responsibilities for Implementation of Environmental Safeguards . 13
2. APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING .......................................... 15
2.1. Desk Study/Literature Review ............................................................................................................ 15
2.1.1. Collection and review of secondary sources .............................................................................. 15
2.1.2. Meeting, Interaction, and Review of Progress Activities ............................................................ 15
2.2. Field Work ........................................................................................................................................... 16
2.2.1. Interaction and consultation with the local community ............................................................ 16
2.3. GRM and Composition of GRC ............................................................................................................ 17
2.3.1. GRM Steps and Time Frame ....................................................................................................... 17
2.3.2. Establishment and Composition of GRC ..................................................................................... 18
2.4. Monitoring and Reporting .................................................................................................................. 19
3. COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLANS ..... 20
3.1. Compliance Status with Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans of Town Projects of
ERDSMC ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
3.1.1. Charali Jhapa Water Supply and Sanitation Project ................................................................... 21
3.1.2. Mahendranagar, Sunsari Water Supply and Sanitation Project ................................................. 21
3.1.3. Ramnager-Mirchaiya, Siraha Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Projects .............................. 22
3.1.4. Katari, Udayapur Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Projects ................................................. 26
3.1.5. Sakhuwa-Mahandranager, Dhanusa Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Projects .................. 30
3.1.6. Lalbandi, Sarlahi Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ................................................... 34
3.1.7. Katahariya, Rautahat Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ............................................ 39
3.1.8. Birendranager, Chitwan Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ....................................... 42
3.1.9. Bidur, Nuwakot Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project .................................................... 46
3.1.10. Ramnagar Mirchaiya Storm Drainage Project, Siraha................................................................. 50
3.2. Compliance Status with Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans of Town Projects of
WRDSMCS ................................................................................................................................................... 51
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3.2.1. Aabukaireni Tanahu Water Supply and Sanitation Project ........................................................ 52
3.2.2. Chhap Nahala Dumre Tanahun Water Supply and Sanitation Project ....................................... 55
3.2.3. Nirmalpokhari Kaski Water Supply and Sanitation Project ........................................................ 57
3.2.4. Tamsariya Nawalparasi Water Supply and Sanitation Project.................................................... 59
3.2.5. Chandrauta Kapilvastu Water Supply and Sanitation Project .................................................... 62
3.2.6. Rukum Musikot Water Supply and Sanitation Project ............................................................... 65
3.2.7. Babiyachaur Surkhet Water Supply and Sanitation Project ....................................................... 67
3.2.8. Suda Kanchanpur Water Supply and Sanitation Project ............................................................. 69
3.2.9. Amargadi Dadeldhura Water Supply and Sanitation Project ..................................................... 71
4. MONITORING OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS ON PROJECTS SURROUNDINGS ................................ 76
4.1. Training, Orientation and Community Awareness ............................................................................. 76
4.2. Pollution Prevention and Abatement ................................................................................................. 77
4.2.1. Ambient Air Quality ..................................................................................................................... 77
4.2.2. Water Quality .............................................................................................................................. 78
4.2.3. Noise Level .................................................................................................................................. 78
4.3. Solid Waste Management .................................................................................................................. 79
4.4. Occupational Health & Safety; and Community Health & Safety....................................................... 79
4.5. Camp Site Management ..................................................................................................................... 79
4.6. Public participation and Consultation ................................................................................................ 79
4.7. Community Awareness and Participation .......................................................................................... 80
4.8. Stakeholder Consultations and Participation ..................................................................................... 80
4.9. Protection Works, Bioengineering and Drainage Management......................................................... 81
4.10. Plantation and Greenery Promotion .................................................................................................. 82
4.11. Grievance Redress Committees .......................................................................................................... 82
5. OVERALL FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS/REMEDIAL ACTIONS ............................................... 84
5.1. Observations ....................................................................................................................................... 84
5.2. Key Environmental Issues ................................................................................................................... 84
5.3. Additional Actions Planned ................................................................................................................. 84
5.4. Operation & Maintenance Phase ....................................................................................................... 85
5.5. Risk from COVID-19 in the Project Area ............................................................................................. 85
5.6. Major Issues and Way Forward .......................................................................................................... 86
6. ACHIEVEMENT ON MAJOR ISSUES OF FOCUS ON PREVIOUS REPORT ............................................... 87
6.1 Major items of focus for next report .................................................................................................... 90
7. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION ............................................................................................ 93
References .................................................................................................................................................. 94
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ANNEXES ..................................................................................................................................................... 95
Annex I: Public Awareness and Grievances Records ................................................................................. 96
Annex II: Public Awareness and Community Participation ......................................................................... 98
Annex III: Photographs ................................................................................................................................ 99
List of Tables
Table 1: Status of IEE Studies ........................................................................................................................ 4
Table 2: Grant Covenants and Status of Compliance ................................................................................... 6
Table 3 : Summary of Projects and Status of ERDSMC ................................................................................. 7
Table 4 : Summary of Project and Status of WRDSMC ................................................................................. 8
Table 5 : Status of Environmental Safeguards during Planning Stage (June, 2020) ..................................... 9
Table 6 : Status of Environmental Safeguards during Planning Stage (January- June 2020) ...................... 11
Table 7 : Overall Compliance with EMP of Charali Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ............... 21
Table 8 : Overall Compliance with EMP ...................................................................................................... 22
Table 9 : Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project .............................................. 23
Table 10 : Katari Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ................................................................... 27
Table 11 : Sakhuwa-Mahendranagar Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project .................................... 31
Table 12 : Lalbandi, Sarlahi Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ................................................... 35
Table 13 : Katahariya, Rautahat Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ........................................... 39
Table 14: Birendranagar, Chitwan Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project ........................................ 43
Table 15 : Bidur, Nuwakot Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project .................................................... 47
Table 16 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Abukhaireni Subprojects....... 52
Table 17 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plan of Dumre Subprojects ................. 55
Table 18: Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Nirmalpokhari Subprojects .... 57
Table 19 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Tamsariya Project ................. 60
Table 20 : Detailed Compliance Status of EMP and Monitoring of Chandrauta Subprojects..................... 62
Table 21 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Rukum Subprojects ............... 65
Table 22 ; Detailed Compliance Status of EMP and Monitoring of Babayachaur Subproject .................... 67
Table 23 ; Detailed Compliance Status of EMP and Monitoring of Suda Kanchanpur Subproject ............. 69
Table 24 : Detailed Compliance with EMP and Monitoring of Amargadi Subproject ................................ 71
Table 25 : Orientation Programs conducted in ERDSMC ............................................................................ 76
Table 26 : Training Programme on Leadership and Utility Management................................................... 77
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Table 27 : School Wash Program conducted in ERDSMC Projects ............................................................. 77
Table 28 : Public Consultation Meeting & Orientations/trainings in Project Towns .................................. 81
Table 29 : Major Issues and Way Forward .................................................................................................. 86
Table 30 : Status on Items of focus of Previous Report .............................................................................. 87
Table 31 : Items of Focus in Next Report .................................................................................................... 91
List of Figures
Figure 1 : Location Map of TSTWSSSP .......................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2 : Institutional Framework for Implementation of Environmental Safeguards ............................. 14
Figure 3: Grievances Redress Mechanism .................................................................................................. 18
List of Pictures
Pic. 1 : Water Quality Monitoring at the Site .............................................................................................. 78
Pic. 2 : Placing Waste Segregation Beans at Tamsariya .............................................................................. 79
Pic. 3 : Waste Bin Placed at Abhukhereni TWSSP ....................................................................................... 79
Pic. 4 : Use of PPEs by Workers Amargadi Town ........................................................................................ 79
Pic. 5 : Consultation Meeting in Chandrauta Subproject ............................................................................ 80
Pic. 6 : Interaction with Local Elites/Groups at Amargadi Dadeldhura on March 2020 ............................. 81
Pic. 7 : Protection Works ............................................................................................................................. 81
Pic. 8 : Washout and River diversion works ................................................................................................ 82
Pic. 9: Plantation of Narkat (Arunod donax) in Sludge Drying Bed at Charali ............................................. 82
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Background
1. The Government of Nepal (GoN) has been implementing small town's water supply and sanitation
projects to improve the health and the quality of life of people living in small and emerging towns by
constructing and extending water supply systems, drainage and sanitation facilities and providing health
and hygiene education programs. The Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
(TSTWSSSP) is one of such projects proposed for improving water supply and sanitation facilities to
selected small towns in Nepal. This project has been developed in line with the Government's 15-year
development plan for water supply and sanitation in Small Towns, which was prepared and endorsed by
the Government in 2000 and updated in 2009. GoN initiated the 15-year Plan for Small Towns Water
Supply and Sanitation Development and requested Asian Development Bank (ADB) assistance in preparing
a sector investment project to support the plan1. In response to the government’s request, ADB approved technical assistance (TA)2 to prepare the Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project3. The
targeted outputs anticipated during appraisal were (i) the delivery of community health and hygiene
awareness and education programs, (ii) increased community participation and ownership of town
projects, (iii) water supply and public sanitation facilities constructed4, (iv) enhanced capacity in Water
User and Sanitation Committees (WUSCs) to manage the constructed Water Supply and Sanitation (WSS)
facilities; and (v) the establishment of regional technical support centers. The Asian Development Bank is
helping Nepal provide quality water and sanitation services in small towns. The project is benefiting over
1.2 million people in 69 towns with construction and upgrades of water pipes, treatment facilities and
household connections, as well as septic tanks, drainage and public awareness campaigns. The
Government of Nepal and Asian Development Bank are operational to provide WSS services in 21
TSTWSSPs of the country.
2. The Ministry of Water Supply (MOWS) is an Executing Agency (EA), working through the Department
Water Supply and Sewerage Management (DWSSM), which has established a PMO and two RPMOs
(eastern and western region) for the Project. Asian Development Bank (ADB) supports the TSTWSSP under
Ministry of Water Supply (MWS), Government of Nepal,5 to improve inclusive access to WSS services in
small towns and institutional strengthening and capacity building of local governments, service providers,
and the TDF. The major outcome of the Project are: (i) Improved Water Supply and Sanitation
infrastructure, (ii) Strengthened sector policy, regulatory and institutional capacity and service delivery
and (iii) Improved project implementation. The Ministry of Water Supply is working as an executing agency
of the project and the Project Management Office (PMO) is implementing 21 Water Supply and Sanitation
sub projects under TSTWSSSP engaging at both Eastern and Western Regions Design and Supervision
Management Consultants (DSMCs). Both the DSMCs supports two regional RPMOs of DWSSM in
conducting design, overall implementation management and construction supervision of the town
projects.
3. The subprojects scope towards civil works from design, construction to implementation that cause
impacts/issues and concerns, which can be addressed through adopting existing government legislation of
Nepal, ADB SPS, strategy and guidelines. The expected outputs of the project is to improve water supply
and sanitation infrastructure of concerned municipalities and strengthen institutional and community
1 The 15-year plan, approved by the government on 29 February 2000, has three phases: 2000–2004, 2005–2009, and 2010–2014. 2 ADB approved a loan of SDR26.7 Million ($35 million equivalent) for the Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project on 12 September
2000. 3 ADB. 1998. Technical Assistance to Nepal for Preparing Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project. Manila. 4 The DWSS reduced the number of town subprojects from 40–50 to 33 because of the excessive time required to mobilize communities’ contribution and increase in the number of beneficiaries. 5 The total project cost comprises $ 60 million (38.921 million SDR) from Asian Development Bank, $20 million loan from OPEC Fund for
International Development and $ 1.3 million Sanitation Financing Partnership Trust Fund under the Water Financing Partnership Facility (grant)
which was approved on 19 September 2016 and signed agreement on 15 November 2014 for construction and management of water supply &
sanitation facilities in the growing towns of the country.
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capacities. The GoN and ADB policies require to address environmental implications of the individual
development projects to reduce the adverse impacts into acceptable levels that can be taken into account
at the planning and decision-making process. Thus, an environmental assessment process is an integral
part of lending operations and project development and implementation.
4. Environmental assessment conducted for the subprojects based on screening criteria of
Environmental Protection Act (EPA) 2019 and Environmental Protection Regulation (EPR) 20206 and ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS) 2009 to ensure the environmental soundness and sustainability of
projects and to support the integration of environmental considerations into the project decision-making
process. The existing environmental legislation and safeguard policies has been considered to meet legal
and procedural requirements for ongoing surface water and ground water-based water supply systems
and sanitation subprojects (including construction of toilets and wastewater treatment/septage
management systems and surface water drainage in some selected towns). To ensure that the projects
are environmentally sound, designed to operate in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
and not likely to cause significant environmental, health, or safety hazards, ADB’s SPS screening criteria resembles selected subprojects under 'Category B7' where IEE studies are sufficient. Similarly, these
projects requires IEE study as per EPR 1997, Schedule (1-G), Drinking Water Sector. Thus, all selected town
projects has conducted IEE studies and approved from the Ministry of Water Supply (Table 3).
5. As TSTWSSP consists of many individual water supply town projects, storm water drainage projects
and DEWATS projects which will be implemented under ADB Loan 3711-NEP. Among them, Mirchaiya
Town Storm Water Drainage Project of Siraha district has been additionally selected as a potential projects
and updated IEE of 12 enhancement projects has been finalized. The IEE studies of the selected projects
have been conducted to ensure the environmental sustainability of the project, integrate environmental
considerations into the project preparation process, and manage environment during project
implementation.
6. The IEE reports of the subprojects are parts of the contract documents provided to the Contractors,
Regional Design Supervision & Management Consultants (RDSMCs) and the Water Supply and Sanitation
Division and Sub-division Offices. To implement safeguard measures and relevant safeguard plans extent
of monitoring activities, including their scope and periodicity and commensurate with the project’s risks and impacts, RDSMCs has placed Environmental Specialists for environmental monitoring. Based on the
progress of environmental compliance and monitoring8, this report has been prepared during the period
of January to June 2020.
1.2. Status of Town Projects
7. Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (TSTWSSSP) has established Two
Regional Design Supervision and Monitoring Consultancies (RDSMC) to support two Regional Project
Management Offices (RPMOs), one in Eastern Region at Itahari and other in Mid- Western Region
Nepalgunj (Fig. 1). These Offices are implementing sub project supervision & monitoring activities by
conducting design, overall implementation management and construction supervision in their particular
regional' towns. The project has many stakeholders such as the Water User and Sanitation Committees
(WUSC), Project Management Office (PMO), Regional Project Management Office (RPMO), Town
Development Fund (TDF), Implementation Core Group (ICG), Design Supervision and Management
Consultants (DSMC) and Contractor. The status of Two Regional subprojects are given presented in the
Table 3 & 4.
6 The EPR 2020 has included Schedules on list of sector-specific projects that require brief environmental study, IEE or EIA. It has followed the
'threshold, 'sensitive area and 'investment' criteria as the previous EPR (1997) 7 As per ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement 2009, Category B projects are classified for less potential adverse environmental impacts than those
of category 'A' projects. The likely impacts are site-specific, few if any of them are irreversible, and in most cases mitigation measures can be
designed more readily than for category 'A' projects, which require IEE study. 8 To ensure the environmental soundness and sustainability of projects and support the integration of environmental considerations into the
project decision-making process.
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Figure 1 : Location Map of TSTWSSSP
Eastern Regional Design, Supervision and Management Consultant (ERDSMC): The ERDSMC, joint
venture of TAEC Consult Pvt. Ltd and Integrated Consultants Nepal (P.) Ltd. has been assigned to the
existing contract with Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management (DoWSSM) /GON to
provide services on engineering feasibility study, survey, and detailed design of various Town Projects to
meet the project criteria of the Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project. The
ERDSMC also assisting the RPMOs with the overall planning, implementation and monitoring of each
subproject during all stages of implementation including adherence to all environmental and social
safeguards’ requirements. Among 13 projects of ERDSMC, Bidur_Nuwakot, Ramnagar-Mirchaiya storm
drainage project and Beautification of Charali FSMTP are in construction phase. Charali, Jhapa and
Mahendranagar Sunsari sub-project has been completed. Sakhuwa-Mahendranagar, Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya, Birendranagar and Katahariya projects entered into defect liability period (DLP) effective from
June 15, 2019, June 12, 2019, April 13, 2020 and June 30, 2020 respectively. Similarly, Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya yet to be corrected and DLP has been extended up to November 2, 2020 and Katari, FSM project
and Lalbandi entered into 2nd stage Operation and Maintenance (O & M) phase effective form June 20,
2019, July 30, 2019 and Feb. 23, 2020 respectively. The Project summary and progress status of the
ERDSMC projects up to June 2020 are presented in the Table 3.
Western Regional Design, Supervision, and Management Consultant (WRDSMC): the WRDSMC, joint
venture of Building Design Authority Pvt. Ltd. and Plush Engineers and Architects (P) Ltd (BDA-PEA JV) has
been assigned for Feasibility Study, Detailed Design, preparation of Tender Documents and Construction
Supervision with Contract Management. The RDSMCs also assists the RPMOs with the overall planning,
implementation and monitoring of each subproject during all stages of implementation including
adherence to all environmental and social safeguards requirements working together with the WUSCs,
local bodies (LBs) and communities. Among the 11 subprojects of WRDSMC, Khalanga - Sitalpati and
Tikapur subprojects have crossed DLP phase and other 9 projects are in DLP and O & M stages.
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Babiyachaur, Chandrauta, Musikot-khalanga and Suda sub-projects have completed O&M phase and
running into DLP. Tansariya, Abukhaireni, Dumre, Nirmalpokhari and Amargadi sub-projects are running
operation and maintenance phase. The project summary and progress status of WRDSMC by June 2020
are presented in the Table 4.
Enhancement Town Projects: Enhancement towns comprises; (1) Waling Town, Syangya (2) Bijuwar Town,
Pyuthan (3) Khalanga Sitalpati Town, Salyan (4) Tikapur Town, Kailali (5) Adarshanagar Bhasi Town,
Kanchanpur (6) Mahendranagar Town, Kanchanpur (7) Baitadinagar Town, Baitadi. (8) Khandbari,
Sankuwasabha (9) Duhabi, Sunsari (10) Belbari, Morang (11) Birtamod Jhapa, and (12) Phidim Panchthar.
The major works of enhancement towns have been started related to construction and rehabilitation of
sump well, reservoir tank, transmission and distribution pipelines, treatment plant- pressure filters, and
other associated works.
1.3. Compliance with Environmental Covenants
8. The TSTWSSSP has been striving to adhere and meet all the Environmental Covenants stipulated
in the Project Documents to increase water supply and sanitation coverage providing better water,
sanitation and wastewater management services to the residents of the growing towns. The
project has met all the compliance requirements of the Government of Nepal and ADB approving
Terms of Reference (ToR) and Initial Environmental Examinations (IEEs)9 of selected 21 Towns from
MoWS fulfilling legal and procedural requirements. Table 1 below represents the status of IEE up
to June 2020.
Table 1: Status of IEE Studies
S.N Project Name District ToR IEE Status Contract
1 Sitalpati Khalanga Salyan Approved Approved Awarded
2 Musikot Rukum Approved Approved Awarded
3 Chandrauta Kapilbastu Approved Approved Awarded
4 Chhap Nahala Dumre Tanahu Approved Approved Awarded
5 Mhendranagar, Sunsari Sunsari Approved Approved Awarded
6 Sakhuwa, Mahendranagar Danusa Approved Approved Awarded
7 Ramnagar Mirchaiya Siraha Approved Approved Awarded
8 Charali Jhapa Approved Approved Awarded
9 Tikapur Kailali Approved Approved Awarded
10 Bidur Nuwakot Approved Approved Awarded
11 Tamsariya Nabalparasi Approved Approved Awarded
12 Abukhairini Tanhu Approved Approved Awarded
13 Birenndranagar Citawan Approved Approved Awarded
14 Suda Kanchapur Approved Approved Awarded
15 Nirmal-pokhari Kaski Approved Approved Awarded
16 Babiyachour Surkhet Approved Approved Awarded
17 Katari Udayapur Approved Approved Awarded
18 Lalbandi Sarlahi Approved Approved Awarded
19 Kathariya Ratahat Approved Approved Awarded
20 Amargadhi Dadeldhura Approved Approved Awarded
21 Ramnagar Mirchaiya Storm
Drainage Project
Siraha Approved Approved Awarded
9 As per the ADB's Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS) 2009 and then EPR 1997, selected 21 subprojects screened under Category
B project for the study of Initial Environmental Examination (IEE).
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9. In addition, of updated IEE study of 12 enhancement town projects has been prepared. The
principle exists of safeguard policies for implementation of the provisions with the responsibility
of the borrower/client require to undertake social and environmental assessments, carry out
consultations with affected people and communities, prepare and implement safeguard plans,
monitor the implementation of these plans, and prepare and submit monitoring reports. Table 2
summarizes the status of the major project covenants and their compliances.
10. The progress status of safeguard of the subproject during planning and implementation stages is
outlined below in the Table 5 and 6, considering safeguard policy objectives to avoid adverse
impacts of projects on the environment and affected people, minimize, mitigate, and/or
compensate for adverse project impacts on the environment and affected people when avoidance
is not possible and help borrowers/clients to strengthen their safeguard systems and develop the
capacity to manage environmental and social risks.
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Table 2: Grant Covenants and Status of Compliance
SN Environmental Covenants (with reference to
Loan Agreements)
Responsibility Period/
Deadline
Current
Status
1. LA, Schedule 5, para. 3:
The Borrower shall ensure that the preparation, design,
construction, implementation, operation,
maintenance and decommissioning of each Sub-
project and all Project facilities comply with (a) all
applicable laws and regulations of the Borrower
relating to environment, health and safety; (b) the
Environmental Safeguards; (c) the EARF; and (d) all
measures and requirements set forth in the respective
IEE or EIA, EMP, and any corrective or preventative
actions set forth in a Safeguards Monitoring Report
Govt/EA
Before contract
is over during
implementation
IEE report of
the project
including the
EMP has been
approved by
GoN and ADB
Being
complied
with
2 LA, Schedule 5, para. 9:
The Borrower shall ensure that all bidding documents
and contracts for Works contain provisions that
require contractors to:
(a) comply with the measures relevant to the
contractor set forth in the IEE or EIA, the EMP,
(to the extent they concern impacts on affected
people during construction), and any corrective
or preventative actions set forth in a Safeguards
Monitoring Report;
(b) make available a budget for all such environmental
and social measures;
(c) provide the Borrower with a written notice of any
unanticipated environmental, resettlement or
indigenous peoples risks or impacts that arise
during construction, implementation or operation
of the Project that were not considered in the IEE
or EIA, the EMP, the RP or the IPP;
(d) adequately record the condition of roads,
agricultural land and other infrastructure prior to
starting to transport materials and construction;
and
(e) fully reinstate pathways, other local
infrastructure, and agricultural land to at least
their pre-project condition upon the completion of
construction
Govt/EA
During
implementation
During design
During
implementation
(c, d and e) and
before end of
construction)
Being complied
with
3 LA, Schedule 5, para. 10:
The Borrower shall do the following:
(a) submit semiannual Safeguards Monitoring
Reports to ADB and disclose relevant information
from such reports to affected persons promptly
upon submission;
(b) if any unanticipated environmental and/or social
risks and impacts arise during construction,
implementation or operation of the Project that
were not considered in the IEE or EIA, the EMP,
promptly inform ADB of the occurrence of such
risks or impacts, with detailed description of the
event and proposed corrective action plan; and
(c) report any actual or potential breach of
compliance with the measures and requirements
set forth in the EMP, promptly after becoming
aware of the breach.
Govt/EA
Govt/EA
Govt/EA
Every six
months after
field monitoring
As such cases
arise during
implementation
As such cases
arise during
implementation
Unanticipated
risks or
impacts have
not yet
occurred
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Table 3 : Summary of Projects and Status of ERDSMC
Name of the
Sub-Project
1. Bidur
Nuwakot
TSTWSSSP
2. Birendranagar
, Chitwan
TSTWSSSP
3. Charali
Jhapa
TSTWSSSP
4. Mhandranage
r Sunsari
TSTWSSSSP
5. Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya,
Siraha TSTWSSSP
6. Sakhuwa_
Mahendranagar_
Dhanusha TSTWSSSP
7. Katari_Udaypur
TSTWSSSP
8. Lalbandi_
Sarlahi
TSTWSSSP
9.
Kakarvitta
Town FSMP
10.
Charali
Town
FSMP
11.
Katahariya_
Rautahat
TSTWSSSP
12.
Ramnagar
Mirchaiya
SD, Siraha
Name of the
Contractor
M/S CICO-
KALIKA-
TUNDI JV
M/S Tundi-
Chandra &
Basant JV,
Tianjin-Kankai
JV
M/s Kankai
International
Builders Pvt.
Ltd.
M/S Kalika-
Raman-Kankai JV
M/S Raman Construction
(Pvt.)
M/S Kalika-
Raman-Sharma
JV
M/S Huashui-
Kankai JV
M/S Raman
Construction (Pvt.)
Ltd.
M/S Raman-
Ashish JV
M/s BKOI-
YOGI JV
Date of
Contract
Agreement
27th May
2016
11th Sept. 2016 June 08, 2015 6th July 2015 10th December
2015
8th June 2015 16th January
2017
2nd March
2017
26th November 2017 30th
November
2017
31st
December
2019
Commencemen
t Date
13th June
2016
22nd Sept.
2016
Completion
Dec. 14, 2016
Completion
12th Jan. 2017
13th December
2015
15th June 2015 17th January
2017
6th March
2017
30th November 2017 4th December
2017
1st January
2020
Completion
Date
Stage 1 :
11th June
2018 (total
730 days)
Stage 1 : 21st
March 2018
(total 548 days)
Commenceme
nt O& M June
21, 2017
Stage I: 8th Dec
2017
Stage 1 : 12th June
2017 (total 548
days)
Stage 1 : 14th December
2016 (total 548 days)
Stage 1 : 18th
July 2018 (total
548 days)
Stage 1 : 5th
March 2019
(total 730
days)
Stage 1 : 31st August
2018 (9 months)
Stage 1 : 4th
March 2019
(total 456
days)
NA
Stage 1 :
Revised
Completion
Date is May
7, 2020
Stage 1 :
Revised
Completion
Date is April 15,
2019
June 22, 2019
with DLP
Stage II: 8th
Dec 2017
Stage II (O &
M): up to 8th
Dec 2018
Stage 1 : Revised
Completion Date
is June 12, 2018
Stage 1 : Revised
Completion Date is June
15, 2018
Stage 1 : Revised
Intended
Completion Date
is May 14, 2019
Stage 1 :
Revised
Intended
Completion
Date is Sept.
16, 2019
Stage 1 : Revised
Intended Completion
Date is July 30, 2019
Stage 1 :
Revised
Intended
Completion
Date is June
30, 2019
Intended
Completion
Date is
December
31, 2020
Stage 2 :
May 7, 2021
Stage 2 : April
15, 2020
Stage 2: up to
June 22, 2018
Stage 2 : June 12,
2019 Stage 2 : June 15, 2019
Stage 2 : May
14, 2020
Stage 2 :
Sept. 16, 2020
Stage 2 : July 30,
2021
Stage 2 : June
30, 2020
Original
Contract
Amount with
VAT
NRs.810,820,
155.59
NRs.260,949,13
7.35
202.10 Million 216.58 Million NRs.486,848,922.
02
NRs.124,013,705.56 NRs.445,471,686
.04
NRs.689,590,0
71.17
NRs.127,744,061.76 NRs.141,853,7
36.40
NRs.363,361,
571.69
Revised Contract
Amount with VAT
NRs.859,204,
656.68
NRs.280,621,45
4.80
217.71 Million
(+ 7.72)
238.15 Million
(+ 9.81)
NRs.529,783,032.
20
NRs.129,239,148.26 NRs.445,471,686
.04
NRs.758,057,3
49.18
NRs.146,858,129.58 NRs.141,853,7
36.40
NRs.363,361,
571.69
PROGRESS SUMMARY – UP TO JUNE 2020
Physical
Progress
98.33% Entered in DLP
effective from
April 13, 2020
DLP
Completed
August 2019
Completed effective from
Dec. 8, 2019
Hand over to
WUSC
Entered in DLP
effective from
June 12, 2019 and
it has been
extended up to
Nov. 2, 2020
Entered in DLP effective
from June 15, 2019
Entered in O &
M Phase
effective from
June 20, 2019
and extended up
to Sep. 5, 2020
Entered in O
& M Phase
effective from
February 23,
2020
Entered in O & M
Phase effective from
July 30, 2019
Entered in O
& M Phase
effective from
June 30, 2019
0.00%
Physical Target
as per latest
Revision
100.00%
50.00%
Financial
Progress 92.85%
9.74%
Source: Progress reports of Subprojects (ERDSMC, June 2020)
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Table 4 : Summary of Project and Status of WRDSMC
Name of the
Project
1. Chandrauta
Kapilvastu
2. Musikot-
Khalanga
Rukum
5.Chhap
Nahala,
Dumre
Tanahun
3. Nirmalpo
khariKaski
4. Abukhaireni
Tanahun
5. Tamsariya
Nawalparasi
6. Babiyachaur
Surkhet
7. Suda
Kanchanpur
8. Amargadhi
Dadeldhura
Contractor M/s Chandra
& Basanta-
Nepal Adarsha
JV
Kankai
Internationa
l Builders
Pvt. Ltd,
Jhapa
M/s Prera
Nirman
Sewa Pvt.
Ltd
M/s Tundi –
Kankai - Mrit
Sanjiwoni
Joint
Venture
M/s Raman-
Gorkha-Prera
JV
M/s KALIKA –
SHARMA –
RAMAN JV
M/S Chandra &
Basant-Prera-JV
Kalika-Chandra
& Basant JV
M/s Kalika
Construction Pvt.
Ltd.
Commencem
ent Date
15 June 2015 15 June
2015
7 June 2015 8 Nov 2016 5 October 2016 20 Sept. 2016 15 June 2015 16 March 2017 31 Dec. 2017
Completion
Date as per
Contract
7 January
2017
August 12,
2016
8 Dec 2016 8 May 2018 19 April 2018 19 March,
2018
16 August 2018 15 April 2019 2 July2019
Actual Date
of
Completion
of Stage I
Works
3 November
2018
December 1,
2016
6 June 2019 15 May
2019
30 June 2019 29 July 2019 16August 2018 26 May 2019 12 May 2020
Date of
Commencem
ent of Stage II
Works
4 November
2018
January 31,
2017
7 June 2019 16 May
2019
12 July 2019 26 August
2019
17 August 2018 26 May 2019 9 June 2020
Intended
completion
period of O &
M (Stage II)
12 months
from the date
of
commenceme
nt of O & M
(up to 4
November
2019)
12 months
from the
date of
commence
ment of O &
M ( up to 7
April, 2020)
12 months
from the
date of
commence
ment of O &
M (up to 6
June 2020)
12 months
from the
date of
commence
ment of O &
M
12 months from
the date of
commencemen
t of O & M ( up
to 12 July 2020)
14 April 2021 12 months from
the date of
commencement
of O & M
26 May 2019 12 months from
the date of
commencement
of
O & M (up to 10
June 2021)
Progress
Status
DLP Period DLP Period
Stage II
Completed
on 4 Nov.
2019
Operation
and
maintenanc
e Phase
Operation and
maintenance
Phase
Operation and
maintenance
Phase
DLP Period DLP Period O & M Phase
from 13th May
2020
Source: Quarterly Progress report of WRDSMC June 2020
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Table 5 : Status of Environmental Safeguards during Planning Stage (June, 2020)
S.
No.
Name of Project or
Subproject
Environment
al screening
is carried
out? (Yes or
No)
Environment
category of
the project /
subproject
(A/B/C/FI)
EARF is
prepared (if
applicable)
(Yes/No)
EIA/IEE/D
DR with
EMP is
prepared
(Yes/No)
ADB approved
EIA/IEE with EMP
(Yes / Under Review
/ Not Yet Due /
Over Due)
Government
approved
EIA/IEE with
EMP (Yes / UR )
Safeguard
monitoring and
coordination
mechanism
established
(Yes/No)
GRC is
establis
hed
(Yes/No
)
Automated
safeguard
monitoring
system
customized
(Yes/No)
EMP cost in
approved
document is
included in BOQ
as an individual
item (Yes/No)
Re
mar
ks
1 Charali Y B Y Y Y
Approved
Y Y N Y
2 Mahendranagar Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
3 Ramnagar
Mirchaya Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
4 Sakhuwa
Mahendranagar Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
5 Chhapnahala
Dumre Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
6 Bidur Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
7 Abhukhaireni Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
8 Birendranagar Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
9 Tamasariya Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
10 Nirmal Pokhari Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
11 Musikot Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
12 Khalanga Sitalpati Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
13 Chandrauta Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
14 Tikapur Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
15 Suda Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
16 Babiyachaur Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
17 Katari Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
18 Lalbandi Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
19 Katahariya Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
20 Amargadi Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
21 Mirchaya Strom
Drainage Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y
Note: EIA- Environmental Impact Assessment; IEE- Initial Environmental Examination; DDR- Due Diligence Report; EMP- Environmental Management Plan; GRC- Grievance Redress Committee;
BOQ- Bill of Quantity, Y = Yes, N = No, UR = Under Review, IP = In Progress
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S.
No
.
Name of Project or
Subproject
Environme
ntal
screening
is carried
out? (Yes
or No)
Environme
nt category
of the
project /
subproject
(A/B/C/FI)
EARF is prepared
(if applicable)
(Yes/No)
EIA/IEE/DD
R with EMP
is prepared
(Yes/No)
ADB
approved
EIA/IEE
with EMP
(Yes / Under
Review /
Not Yet Due
/ Over Due)
Govt.
approved
EIA/IEE with
EMP (Yes )
Safeguard
monitoring and
coordination
mechanism
established
(Yes/No)
GRC is
establis
hed
(Yes/No
)
Automated
safeguard
monitoring
system
customized
(Yes/No)
EMP cost in
approved
document is
included in BOQ
as an individual
item (Yes/No)
Remarks
FSM Projects
22 Kakarvitta & Charali
FSM Project Y B Y Y Y Y Y N Y N
Enhancement Towns
1
WalingTown,
Syangya Y B Y Y Y
Approved
N N N N
Wo
rk S
tart
ed
2
Bijuwar Town,
Pyuthan Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
3
Khalanga Sitalpati
Town, Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
4 Tikapur Town, Kailali Y B Y Y Y N N N N
5
Adarshanagar,
Kanchanpur Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
6 Mahendranagar
Town, Kanchanpur Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
7 Baitadinagar Town,
Baitadi Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
8 Phidim Town,
Panchthar Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
9 Birtamod Town,
Jhapa Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
10 Belbari Town,
Morang Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
11 Duhabi Town, Sunsari Y B Y Y Y N N N N
12 Khandbari Town,
Sankuwasabha Y B Y Y Y
N N N N
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Table 6 : Status of Environmental Safeguards during Planning Stage (January- June 2020)
S.
No.
Name of
Subproject
Compliance to Environmental Management Plan* Grievances
Physical Biological Socio-economic Corrective
Action Plans
are prepared
and
implemented
Env.
Compliance
reporting is
maintained
(Y/N)
Remarks
Spoil
Managem
ent
complianc
e in %)**
Landslide
protection
with Bio-
engg
(complianc
e)
Drainage
Manageme
nt
(complianc
e in %)**
Others as
per EMP
(specify)
EM Work
% of
Physical
Progress
till date
Compensat
ory
Plantation Firewoo
d is used
for
cooking
and
heating
Other
s as
per
EMP
(speci
fy)
Occupational Health and Safety
Community structures are
compensated / reconstructed
(progress in % of total
estimated work) Others
as per
EMP
(specify
)
Nos of
grievances
documente
d10
No of
Grievance
s resolv Un
solv
ed
Tar
get
(No
s.)
Repl
ante
d
(Nos
.)
Safety
Gears
are
sufficient
and used
(Y/N)
Labours
are
insured
(Y/N)
Labour and
work camps
are healthy
and have
sanitary
facilities
(Y/N)
Community
Structure 1
Community
Structure 2
1 Charali Y NA Y 100
No
lo
ss o
f tr
ee
s d
uri
ng
re
po
rtin
g p
eri
od
NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y
2 Mahendranagar Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y Y
3 Ramnagar
Mirchaya Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 1 1 0
Y Y
4 Sakhuwa
Mahendranagar Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 1 1
Y Y
5 Birendranagar Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y
6 Bidur Y NA Y 98.33 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y
7 Katari Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y
8 Lalbandi Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y
9 Katahariya Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA NA Y
10 Mirchaya Stro
Draingae y NA y 0.00 NA NA Y y y NA NA 1 1 0
Y
11 Tamsariya Y Y Y 70 Y NA Y Y Y NA NA 3 3 0 Y
12 Anbhukhaireni Y Y Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0 Y
13 Nirmal Pokhari Y NA Y 75 NA LPG Y Y Y NA NA 3 3 0 Y
14 Chhapnala
Dumre Y NA Y 97.15 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0
Y
15 Musikot Y Y Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 2 1 1 Y
16 Khalanga
Sitalpati Y NA Y 100 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0
Y
17 Chandrauta Y NA Y 81.5 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 4 4 0 Y
18 Tikapur Y NA Y 100 NA Y Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0 Y
19 Babiyachaur Y NA Y 81.5 Y NA Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0 Y
20 Suda Y NA Y 75 NA Y Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0 Y
21 Amargadi Y Y Y 75 NA NA Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0 Y
22 Beautification
of Charali FSM Y NA Y 75 NA Y Y Y Y NA NA 0 0 0
NA
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S.
No
.
Name of
Subproject
Compliance to Environmental Management Plan* Grievances
Physical Biological Socio-economic
Spoil
Managem
ent
complianc
e in %)**
Landslide
protection
with Bio-
engg
(compliance
)
Drainage
Manageme
nt
(compliance
in %)**
Others as
per EMP
(specify)
EM Work
% of
Physical
Progress
till date
Compensatory
Plantation Firewood is
used for
cooking and
heating
Others
as per
EMP
(specify)
Occupational
Health and
Safety
Community structures are compensated / reconstructed
(progress in % of total estimated work)***
Others as
per EMP
(specify)
Nos of
grievances
documented1
No of
Grievance
s resolved un
solv
ed
Target
(Nos.)
Replan
ted
(Nos.)
Safety Gears
are sufficient
and used
(Y/N)
Labours
are
insured
(Y/N)
Labour and
work camps
are healthy and
have sanitary
facilities (Y/N)
Community
Structure 1
Community
Structure 2
Enhancement Towns
1
WalingTown,
Syangya NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
2
Bijuwar Town,
Pyuthan NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
3
Khalanga
Sitalpati Town, NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
4
Tikapur Town,
Kailali NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
5
Adarshanagar,
Kanchanpur NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
6
Mahendranagar
Town,
Kanchanpur
NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
7 Baitadinagar
Town, Baitadi NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
8 Phidim Town,
Panchthar NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
9 Birtamod Town,
Jhapa NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
10 Belbari Town,
Morang NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
11 Duhabi Town,
Sunsari NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
12
Khandbari
Town,
Sankuwasabha
NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
NA NA NA NA NA NA
10 Number of Grievances updated as per latest progress report of Town Projects.
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1.4. Institutional Arrangement and Responsibilities for Implementation of Environmental Safeguards
10. The baseline scenario of physical, biological, socioeconomic, and cultural environment of the town
projects delivers an understanding of baseline scenario identifying, predicting, and evaluating likely
project impacts and propose mitigation measures forming the benchmark against the subproject
impacts. The approved IEE reports has detailed analysis of anticipated environmental impacts of
the project cycle during design and planning stage, construction, operations, decommissioning, and
post-closure activities. Considering the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures, a
comprehensive environmental management and monitoring plan has been prepared. Based on the
approved IEEs, monitoring of the Town projects has been conducting as per framework of EMP a
part of bidding document.
11. The Ministry of Water Supply (MoWS) is an executing agency with the responsibility of project
execution delegated to the Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management (DWSSM).
The Project Management Office (PMO) of Third Small Towns Water Supply & Sanitation Sector
Project (TSTWSSSP) is the implementing agency. The Water User’s and Sanitation Committees of participating towns are the implementing agencies. The DWSSM review the IEE ToR and IEE Report
prepared by the Design, Supervision, and Management Consultant Team prior to forwarding this
to MoWS through final reviewing through PMO and Environmental Safeguard Officer of Design
Review and Technical Audit Consultants (DRTAC).
12. The overall responsibilities of PMO for project planning, management, implementation, monitoring
and reporting of the selected project considering screening, the proposed subprojects from the
towns in accordance with the approved subproject selection criteria, PMO have engaged two DSM
Consultants under the project for the project design & supervision. The PMO time to time instructs
two regional DSMCs to conduct feasibility and detailed studies of the town projects and
disseminates the findings to concerning WUAs or local bodies to sign the management agreement
prior to the award of contract in each town. The DRTAC is working at the PMO office for project
management and monitoring consultants, providing support to the PMO and RPMOs with the main
aim of ensuring that the quality of the designs and construction of all water supply and sanitation
components implemented ensuring finest quality of required standards.
13. Regional Project Management Offices (Eastern and Western RPMOs): The regional DWSS
engineers, environment and social development officers of the RPMOs will receive support from;
(i) the PMO safeguards officers (environmental and social); and (ii) the safeguards specialists
(environmental and social), the social mobilizers and design, supervision and management
consultant (DSMC) teams as specified below:
• Prepare IEEs/EMPs in accordance with the EARF and government rules;
• Include EMPs in bidding documents and civil works contracts;
• Comply with all government rule and regulations;
• Take necessary action for obtaining rights of way;
• Oversee implementation of EMPs including environmental monitoring by contractors;
• Take corrective actions when necessary to ensure no environmental impacts;
• Submit monthly environmental monitoring reports to PMO, and;
• Address any grievances brought about through the Grievance Redress Mechanism in a timely
manner as per the IEEs.
14. Water Users and Sanitation Committees (WUSCs): WUSCs are facilitating EMP implementation with
water safety plan, water quality monitoring, public consultation, and participation, capacity
building activities-awareness raising, / training etc. The Institutional arrangement for the project
implementation presented below in the Figure 2.
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ADB = Asian Development Bank, EHS = Environmental, Health and Safety
PMO – project management office
RDSMC = regional design, supervision and management consultant
RPMO = regional project management office
WUSC = Water Users and Sanitation Committee
Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
(TSTWSSSP)
Project Management Office
(PMO)
Ministry Of Water Supply Executive Agency
ADB
DRTAC
Environmentalist
Western RDSMC
Environment Specialist
Western RPMO Eastern RPMO
EMP Monitor
Eastern RDSMC
Environment Specialist
EMP Monitor WUSC or
Municipalities
Contractor
(EHS Supervisors)
Contractor
(EHS Supervisors)
WUSC or
Municipalities
Legend:
Coordinator
Supervision
Reporting
Environmental Officer
(Focal Person)
Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management
(DWSSM)
Figure 2 : Institutional Framework for Implementation of Environmental Safeguards
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2. APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
15. The present Semi-Annual Environmental Monitoring Report covers progress of environmental
monitoring and safeguard implementation activities of the subprojects from January to June 2020.
The approach, methodology, and procedure have followed in according with EMP framework of
approved IEE reports, SPS 2009, EARF, environmental legislations, and monitoring guidelines. It
considers methodology suggested in the approved ToR, IEE Study (review of literature, sample
survey, site inspections/observations making simple measurements, discussion with communities
and other stakeholders, and expert’s team judgment), safeguard policy, EARF, and guidelines.
Following approach and methods considered during preparation of this Bi-annual Environmental
Monitoring report.
2.1. Desk Study/Literature Review
16. The detailed design report, feasibility study, IEE reports, Progress reports, EARF and Relevant
documents11 i.e. ADB SPS 2009, GON Act and Regulations12 -MOWS, DWSSM has reviewed. Relevant
policies and legal instruments, guideline and standards denoted. Matrix, Checklists, and
questionnaires was prepared to collect primary information’s in direct and indirect impact area of
the project. Similarly, formats for environmental monitoring prepared to cover status of the EMP
and monitoring methods adopted during project implementation stages. Specifically, desk review
includes the following activities:
• Review of the project related environmental monitoring documents and reports, including
the IEE, EMP, monthly, Quarterly and Semi-Annual Environment reports, Grievance
Registers, Measurements and Test Reports, DDR, Reports on conducted trainings for staff
and workers and community meetings; central level meetings/presentation- status and
progress of Town projects and site inspection reports of the consultants;
• Reporting and correspondences between the PMO/DWSSM, DSC Consultant, DSMCs,
Environmental Specialists of RPMOs and the Contractor on environmental compliance
issues;
• Analysis of information as per inspections/observations from the site visits, including camp
sites, local communities, observations of sources and structures and transmission lines and
other worksites;
• Meetings with the staff of the PMO, DRTAC Consultants, MOWS and the RPMOs as well as
discussions with the construction workers during the site visits; and
• Design of environmental compliance issued by photos taken during the site visits and final
audit.
2.1.1. Collection and review of secondary sources
17. Documents related to project site such as monthly progress reports submitted by DSMC, contractor
records, DSMCs technical documents, relevant information’s from WUSC, DSMC, Contractor, DWSS, and PMO were collected and reviewed.
2.1.2. Meeting, Interaction, and Review of Progress Activities
18. Regular meeting, interaction, consultative meeting, and progress review were conducted in
MoWS/PMO/RPMO/DSMCs and subproject sites for effective implementation of EMPs. As per the
activities and mitigation measures proposed in the EMP under approved IEE, environmental
monitoring activities conducted at the subproject level monitored and documented. Field level
support and facilitation for community mobilization and technical aspects documented as per report
submitted by DSMCS and Environmental Monitors. Similarly, support and facilitation to WUSC and
5 Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (2000); Second Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (2009); and Third Small
Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (2014), and Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Policy 2009 12 Local Governance Operation Act, 2017-established municipalities as autonomous government institution with responsibility for WSS services, Water
Resource Act, 1992, Environment Protection Act (EPA) 1997 and Environment Protection Rules (EPR) 1997, as amended in 1999 and 2007
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relevant stakeholders of subprojects during implementation of environmental safeguard activities
were compiled to verify monitoring indications and activities.
2.2. Field Work
19. To collect primary data and understand implementation status of EMP of the Town projects,
detailed field investigation carried out from January to June 2020. However, lockdown disturbed
implementation activities of the project from 4th week of March 2020 due to COVID-19. Field visits
includes joint observation and inspections, supervision to DSMC field team with coordination of User
Committees and RMPO/ICG. The major components monitored during the period are:
➢ EMP Effectiveness
- Instrumental monitoring of air quality, water quality and noise level
- Non-Compliance Notices and Corrective Actions
- Training and Awareness Programs
- Grievances Redress Mechanism
- Plantation and uprooting activities
➢ Visual Monitoring during overall construction period
- Waste management (including storage and disposal)
- Health and safety management
- Storage, utilization and disposal of hazardous materials
- Traffic management (dust protection measures, weight; haulage, washing etc.)
- Water flow management
- Overall visual inspection of water and soil pollution due to the leakages
- Maintenance of equipment and machinery
20. During the field study, EMP of the projects were discussed with DSMC Environmentalists,
Environmental Monitors, and Contractors. The compliance monitoring of the environmental
monitors applying environmental monitoring checklists used for evaluating mitigation measures,
and implementation status of safeguards have conducted the projects. Similarly, Contractor and
DSMC are monitoring the works in the sub-projects and sending the monitoring and monthly
progress reports to the PMO. Topographical map and project design & drawings used to identify the
physical and environmental structures of the project and photographs taken to show the
implementation status of the EMP in the project area. The compilation of environmental monitoring
report submitted by monitors and records of Grievance Redress are included under Chapter 4.
21. Thus, monitoring of the construction activities in relation to EMP works and compliance of the
requirements of the EMP provisions carried out. Field level more information collected from the
team of DSMC and Environmental Specialist whose monitor project activities regularly in
coordination with the WUSC members. Monitoring reporting related to Air quality, noise levels,
water quality, solid waste management and occupational health & safety issues recorded. Field level
measurement, observation and inspections complying with environmental safeguards sought out
for effectiveness of EMP implementation and site-specific management plans.
2.2.1. Interaction and consultation with the local community
22. During the field visits, meetings were organized and discussion conducted regarding the work
progress, present status of project, EMP implementation and monitoring activities and GRM
registers with WUSC members, Consultants field level team members, and Contractor’s representatives (Pic.1). The regular interaction and discussion conducted by the environmental
team of DSMC/RMPOs with the concerned stakeholders at project site reported to understand
implementation status of environmental measures including potential challenges and existing
issues. The local people of the project impact areas interviewed regarding the impacts avoided,
corrected or compensated. Grievance Redress Committees formed at the site and registered public
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complaints also recorded. Regarding the use of forest products, health and safety issues, campsite
management and facility and other issues related to labors/workers (Unskilled, Semiskilled and
Skilled) were interviewed.
23. Similarly, consultation and interaction with relevant stakeholders, NGO/CBOs, DSMC, WUSC
members, contractors and different stakeholders carried out to understand project environment,
major issue and problems exists, compliance of mitigated and non-mitigated mitigation measures,
monitoring of project activities from responsible agencies to make effective implementation of EMP.
2.3. GRM and Composition of GRC
24. Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) has recorded in all subprojects to receive, evaluate, and
facilitate the resolution of affected people's concerns, complaints, and grievances about the social
and environmental performance of the project. This meant for persons seeking a satisfactory
resolution to their complaints about the social and environmental performance of the subprojects
under the TSTWSSP. The mechanism, developed in consultation with key stakeholders, will ensure
that: (i) the basic rights and interests of every person adversely affected by the social and
environmental performance of a Subproject are protected; and (ii) their concerns are effectively and
timely addressed.
2.3.1. GRM Steps and Time Frame
25. Informal Approach: Informally, APs can lodge complaints directly to the Contractor during
construction or Operator (WUSC) during operation. The contractor/operator will document and
screen the complaint immediately. If a screening reveals that the complaint as Project-related and
valid, the Contractor/Operator will act on the complaint within three days from receipt of the
complaint. Otherwise, the Contractor/Operator will direct the AP with a non-Project-related and
invalid complaint to the ICG. The Contractor/Operator will secure a confirmation of completion of
the action from the AP. For at least a week after confirmation of completion, the ICG will monitor
the effectiveness of the action/resolution taken. After which, ICG will secure a written confirmation
of satisfaction from the AP. The Contractor/Operator shall report to the ICG all complaints received,
eligible or ineligible, actions agreed on and taken and confirmation of completed action.
26. Formal Approach: If a complaint is eligible but is not acted on within three days from the receipt of
the complaint, or if AP is not satisfied with the resolution undertaken by the Contractor/Operator,
he/she can access the formal mechanism, as follows:
First Level: The access point will be the ICG. The steps are detailed below:
Step 1 - Lodging a Complaint (Day 1): AP lodges complaint with the ICG, verbally or in writing. ICG
documents/registers lodged a complaint, makes sure these are duly referenced and provides AP
with a copy of the referenced complaint.
Step 2 - Screening of Complaint (Day 1): ESA screens the complaint if it is Project-related and valid
and informs the AP immediately of the screening results. An AP with complaint screened as non-
Project-related and invalid will be advised that he/she may raise a complaint to the second level of
the GRM, and ICG will forward the complaint to the GRC.
Step 3 - Investigations, Discussion, and the Agreement (Day 1): ICG, together with the
Contractor/Operator and AP, will investigate and discuss the complaint at the site. Agreement on
actions and measures and time involved will be made with the AP. The agreement will be properly
documented and filed; ICG, AP, the contractor/operator will have copies.
Step 4 - Implementing the Agreed Action: If the required action is minor, i.e. not requiring further
investigation and would be quick and easy to implement, the Contractor/Operator will immediately
implement the agreed action. (Day 2/Day 3). If required action is major, i.e. requiring further
investigation and/or procurement of supplies/parts, the Contractor/Operator will: (i) immediately
provide the most suitable interim measure to reduce the magnitude of the impact (Day 2/Day 3);
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and (ii) start work on the major action within 5 days from the discussion (or not later than Day 8
since receipt of the complaint) and; The ICG will advise AP that his/her complaint may be raised to
the second level of the GRM, if he/she so prefers when: (i) minor action is not implemented within
2 days of discussion; (ii) interim measure prior to major action is not implemented within 2 days of
discussion; or (iii) major action is not started within 5 days of discussion.
Step 5 - Confirmation of Completed Action: Contractor/Operator will secure a written confirmation
of completed action from the AP and furnish the ICG a copy.
Step 6 - Confirmation of Satisfaction (1 week after confirmation of completed action): The ICG will
monitor the effectiveness of the resolution for at least a week after receipt of confirmation of
completed action from the Contractor/Operator. After which, ICG will secure a written
confirmation of satisfaction from the AP.
Second Level: The AP will be notified by the ICG when a complaint is forwarded to the GRC. The
GRC will call for a hearing, if necessary, where AP can present his or her concerns or issues. The
GRC will suggest corrective action/measure at the field level and assign clear responsibilities for
implementing its decision within seven days of receipt of the complaint by GRC. If GRC decision is
not acceptable to the AP, if the suggested corrective action/measure is not started within seven
days, the matter/AP will be referred to the third level.
Third Level: The ICG will refer AP and its unresolved complaint or major issues to the PMO EO who
will act within 15 days.
Fourth Level: For extremely major issues that will go beyond the third level, these will be referred
to the project steering committee (PSC), to be resolved within 30 days. Environmental complaints
(other than those that will involve the legal system) are expected to be mainly resolved at the
second level, and to a lesser extent on the third level.
27. Despite the GRM, an AP will have access to the country's legal system at any stage. Accessing the
country’s legal system can run parallel to accessing the GRM and is not dependent on the negative
Outcome of the GRM. If the established GRM is not in a position to resolve the issue, the affected
person also can use the
ADB Accountability
Mechanism (AM)
through directly
contacting (in writing)
the Complaint
Receiving Officer (CRO)
at ADB headquarters or
the ADB Nepal Resident
Mission. The complaint
can be submitted in the
country’s language. The ADB Accountability
Mechanism information
will be included in the
PID to be distributed to
the affected
communities, as part of
the GRM. The GRM
approach is presented
in the Figure 3.
2.3.2. Establishment and Composition of GRC
28. The MoWS, as the Project executing agency, will establish the GRM and its support system, including
setting up the Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) at the subproject level. The GRC will comprise of
the: (i) Chief of the WSSDO; (ii) members of the WUSC; (iii) two representatives of affected persons,
Figure 3: Grievances Redress Mechanism
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a male and a female; (iv) a member of IP community, preferably female; (v) a representative of a
non- government organization or community-based organization actively involved in IP
development/other backward communities in the area, if any; (vi) local government
representatives, i.e., RMs and DCC; (vii) DSMC social safeguard expert; and (viii) DSMC
Environmental Safeguard Expert (ESE). The Environmental Safeguard Assistant (ESA) of the ICG will
oversee the implementation/observance of the mechanism for environmental complaints at the
subproject level. He/she will be technically advised, supported and trained by DRTAC environmental
specialist and the DSMC ESE. PMO’s Environmental Officer will oversee the implementation/
observance of the GRM in all subprojects. Representatives of affected persons (APs), civil society,
and eminent citizens will be invited as observers during GRC meetings. Contractors and WUSCs (as
Operators) will be required to designate their respective counterpart GRM staff.
29. The GRM will accommodate both informally and formally lodged, but Project-related, valid
grievances. Informally-lodged grievances are those received by the Contractors during construction
or WUSCs during operation. Formally, lodged grievances are those received at the ICG office. The
ICG, GRC, and PMO maintain records of all grievances, informally- and formally lodged, valid and
invalid, and appealed. The ICG will immediately inform the PMO, as necessary, particularly when an
AP makes an appeal in court. The PMO will in turn immediately inform the ADB of the same. The
observance/implementation of the GRM will be reported by the: (i)ICG ESA in the subproject’s monthly progress reports, semi-annual subproject environmental monitoring report (EMR) during
construction and annual subproject EMR during operation; and (ii) PMO EO in the Project’s monthly progress report, semi-annual Project EMR during the construction and annual Project EMR during
operation.
30. The GRC has already been formed as per the ADB’s Project Administration Manual in all Town Projects. In most of the towns, two levels of GRC (Local level GRC & Town level GRC) has been
formulated and actively working at the project level. Reformation or replacement of some of the
GRC members has been fulfilled. It has been done due to the reformation of WUSCs of Sakhuwa-
Mahendranagar and Charali town projects.
2.4. Monitoring and Reporting
31. The implementation agency is monitoring and measuring the progress of implementation of the
EMP as stipulated in the approved IEE reports. The extent of monitoring activities are commensurate
with the project’s risks and impacts. In addition to record information and track performance, the
implementation has undertaken inspections to verify compliance with the EMP and progress toward
the expected outcomes. For selected Town projects likely to have significant adverse environmental
impacts, the PMO has retained qualified and experienced experts or qualified Consultants to verify
monitoring information. The Central, Regional and Local level monitoring team has documented
monitoring results in regular and periodic formats, identifying the necessary corrective actions, and
reflect them in a corrective action plan and those corrective actions are implementing by following
up to ensure Town Projects effectiveness. The periodic monitoring reports of EMP implementation
including compliance issues and corrective actions, feedbacks and outcomes from the Town project
sites covering all monitoring parameters has been prepared to address likely significant adverse
environmental impacts and enhance the beneficial impacts during design, construction and
operation stages of the project.
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3. COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLANS
32. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan of the subprojects has proposed in approved
IEE proposing appropriate mitigation measures for implementation including institutional
arrangement and responsibilities for monitoring to ensure compliance with environmental
regulations and proper implementation of the proposed mitigation measures. The selected
subprojects followed EMPs of IEEs ensuring continuous improvement of environmental protection
measures during design, construction, and operation stages in order to prevent, reduce, or mitigate
adverse impacts. The EMP of individual Town projects has included proposed mitigation measures
of the project activities, environmental monitoring and reporting requirements, emergency
response procedures, related institutional or organizational arrangements, capacity development
and training measures, implementation schedule, cost estimates, and performance indicators. The
Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans are under implementation based on guidelines
defined in the IEE Reports of Town Projects.
33. During the visit, the contractor’s personnel and site staff from the Consultant were oriented/trained
and made aware of their responsibility towards the Environmental Safeguarding issues during
construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the mitigation measures in the EMP during construction of the sub-project;
• Assessing environmental conditions, cleared areas, and other infrastructure, before and after
construction to reinstate the environment to pre-project conditions.
• Facilitate Town projects to construct, operate, and maintain the water distribution facility in
accordance with national requirements and internationally accepted standards meeting national
water quality standards or, in their absence, World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for
Drinking Water Quality13.
34. In line with the Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (TSTWSSSP)
Operational Guideline-2071 and ADB Project Administration Manual of TSTWSSSP, GRC have been
formed in the town projects. All the town projects have been advised to expedite the tasks fully
adhering to the process mentioned in Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM). Town projects in all
districts advised to keep proper report and record of grievances received if any. Appendix I provides
the information on submitted grievances and resolved status.
35. The compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans from January to June 2020 described in this
Biannual Environmental Safeguard Report is based on Status of completed Town Projects, DLP
stages, Construction and O& M stages of selected Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation
Projects.
36. Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the each subprojects are presented
below:
3.1. Compliance Status with Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans of Town Projects of
ERDSMC
37. The project towns under ERDSMC are under construction supervision phase, O & M phase and DLP
stages and environmental monitoring has been conducting as per environmental management plan
of the respective towns. Trainings on OBA and Awareness & skill-development has been organized
in respective towns. The compliance status with Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans
of ERDSMCS Towns has been planned and implemented as per approved IEE reports and EMPs. The
Environmental Monitoring and activities of EMP implementation considered as per progress status
of projects both at construction and O & M stages.
13 National Drinking Water Quality Standards, 2006, WHO Guidelines for Drinking-Water Quality, 4th Edition, 2011
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38. Experts of DSMCS involved in design and Construction Supervision of different town sub-projects
and monitoring of EMPs with involvement of stakeholders such as the WUSC, Project Management
Office (PMO), Regional Project Management Office (RPMO), Town Development Fund (TDF), ICG,
Design Supervision and Management Consultants (DSMC) and Contractor.
39. EMPs of the Bidur and Lalbandi town sub-projects monitored by Environmental monitors. OBA and
Awareness & skill-development trainings have been organized in all implemented towns namely
Charali and Mahendranagar, Sunsari, Ramnagar Mirchaiya and Sakuwa Mahendranagar, Bidur
Nuwakot, Birendranagar Chitwan, Katahariya Rautahat, Katari Udaypur and Lalbandi Sarlahi.
Monthly environmental monitoring report prepared by the environmental monitors based on the
EMP implementation activities.
40. The detailed compliance status with EMP and monitoring from January to June 2020 of ERDSMC
Projects namely Charali Jhapa, Mahendranagar Sunsari, Ramnagar-Mirchaya, Sakuwa-
Mahendranagar, Bidur-Nuwakot, Birendranagar Chitwan, Katahariya_Rautahat, Katari_Udaypur,
Lalbandi Sarlahi and Ramnagar Mirchaya Strom Drainage TSTWSSSPs are presented below:
3.1.1. Charali Jhapa Water Supply and Sanitation Project
41. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans has been implemented as per approved
IEE of Charali Jhapa TSTWSSP. The project was completed on August 2019. During the visit, the
contractor’s personnel and site staff from the Consultant were oriented/trained and made aware
of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues, during construction works,
such as:
• Adhering to the mitigation measures in the EMP during construction of the sub-project; and
• Assessing environmental conditions, cleared areas, and other infrastructure, before and after
construction to reinstate the environment to pre-project conditions.
42. Overall Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the Charali subproject are presented
in Table 7 below.
Table 7 : Overall Compliance with EMP of Charali Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of
Contract
Documents
(Y/N)
EMP Being
Implemente
d (Y/N)
Status of
implementation
(Excellent/Satisfactory /
Partially satisfactory /
Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed and
Additional Measures
Required
TSTWSSSP/N
CB- 01(Lot 1)
/ Charali,
Jhapa
Y
Y
Satisfactory
Project completed,
Major issues on DLP
stages will be
addressed by WUSC
Public Consultation and Disclosure
43. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis during O &M stages. As there were no major
environmental issues during the construction, O & M phase of the project no formal public
consultations conducted based on environmental issues. The informal public consultations have
solved the minor environmental issues that occurred during the DLP phase of the project.
3.1.2. Mahendranagar, Sunsari Water Supply and Sanitation Project
44. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans has been implemented as per approved
IEE of Mahandranagar Sunsari TSTWSSP. The project was completed on December 2019. During
the visit, the contractor’s personnel and site staff from the Consultant were oriented/trained and
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made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues, during
construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the mitigation measures in the EMP during construction of the sub-project; and
• Assessing environmental conditions, cleared areas, and other infrastructure, before and
after construction to reinstate the environment to pre-project conditions.
45. Overall Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the Mahandranagar Sunsari
subproject are presented in Table 8 below.
Table 8 : Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of
Contract
Documents
(Y/N)
EMP Being
Implemente
d (Y/N)
Status of Implementation
(Excellent/Satisfactory/Partially
satisfactory /Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed and
Additional Measures
Required
TSTWSSSP/NCB-01
(Lot 2)/
Mahendranagar,
Sunsari
Y
Y
Satisfactory
The project is Completed and
project is operating by WUSC.
Project is running well
Remaining EMP
activities will be
properly implemented
Public Consultation and Disclosure
46. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. During monitoring and project level
consultations, no major environmental issues were observed. Mitigation measures proposed in the
EMP and informal public consultations addressed environmental issues that raised during the
construction phase of the project.
3.1.3. Ramnagar-Mirchaiya, Siraha Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Projects
47. The IEE of Ramnagar Mirchaiya WSSSP of Siraha District approved from MOWS. As per defined
norms and parameters in the Environmental Monitoring and Management plan, field level
supervision and monitoring have been conducted with active involvement of monitoring team of
the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and Environmental Specialists. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues
during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out
in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions.
48. The progress summary of the projects up to June 2020 are presented below:
Progress of Work up to June 2020
Description of works as listed during transferring the project to
Stage II and any other outstanding works % Work completed (%)
Household connections 100% 97%
Valve chamber cover 100*% 99%
Water treatment (Installation of Treatment Plant completed) 100% Installation of Treatment
Plant completed
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49. The Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the Ramnagar Mirchaiya subproject are
presented in the Table 9 below.
Table 9 : Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No A: Pre-Construction Phase
1.
Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC), etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance √
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all
conditions and provisions if necessary
√
2.
Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites
√
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall ×
Not
necessary
Construction of drainage ×
Bioengineering works ×
3.
Drinking Water
Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment o f Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage
disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the
nearest residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile
areas, storage areas,
and disposal areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly) √
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6.
Waste Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7.
Source of materials
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates)
from approved quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B: Construction Phase
a. Physical Environment
1.
Topography
landforms, geology,
and soils and river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoFE, DCC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Crusher Sites Approved from GoN √
Consultation with district development committee on
designated disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to inundation
and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2.
Air Quality
Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069
enforcement, and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3.
Noise Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas √
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area
and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post,
schools and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
4.
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan. √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a daily
basis.
√
Coordination with District development office for beneficial
uses for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to
designated areas
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal shall be covered to avoid spillage.
√
b. Biological Environment
1.
Biodiversity
Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
Disturbance to wildlife ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
c. Socio-economic Environment
1.
Local people hiring
& Local Market
development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in the
vicinity of the site.
√
Purchasing of construction materials from local market √
2.
Community welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water distribution
pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before construction starts at the
sub project sites.
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for the use
of water for construction.
√
3.
Community health
and safety
Consult with district development committee on the designated
areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other construction
materials
√
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with a proper pit
to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
Workers were made aware of the following general rules:
no alcohol/drugs on site;
prevent excessive noise;
no fires permitted on site expect if needed for the construction
works
√
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism fully
applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
√
Availability of first aid ( Medical insurance coverage for
workers)
√
The hygienic manner in work camps. √
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No Ensure uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and
washing, clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
hazardous or noxious substances; Sanitation facilities are
available at all times.
√
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers. √
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas,
material storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
d. Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1. Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if
any finds are suspected.
No cultural heritage
areas found within
project area
e. Chemical Environment
1.
Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and handling practices: ii) providing safe
storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that the person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use
for disinfection process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while using chemicals; v)
Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
D. Operation and Maintenance Activity
Performance Target
Activity carried during
reporting months
(Yes/ No)
Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance Target meeting Nepal National
Drinking Water Quality Standard (NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
yes
Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table 1, frequency of monitoring for
urban water supply system, NDWQS) is being met?
Residual pressure of water at ground level should be at least 5m positive head in 90%
of the cases of at least 10 different domestic meter points of the distribution network
randomly chosen for verification. The pressure will be measured twice a week by
Contractor in the presence of Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s. Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
yes
Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? yes
Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis of the characteristic curves
submitted by the Contractor along with the offer and the actual duty conditions for the
month?
yes
Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated water every day in the presence
of employer/co-employer or their designated representatives, analyse them and report
any deviation from Nepal standards and send weekly water quality test reports (with
summary of daily reports) to employer.
Are the above activities being done?
yes
The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the whole system during whole O
& M period as ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the reporting month?
yes
Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation and maintenance of all the equipment
and services in a mutually agreed format?
yes
Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of
Contract
Documents (Y/N)
EMP Being
Implemented
(Y/N)
Status of Implementation
(Excellent/ Satisfactory/
Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed and Additional
Measures Required
Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya,
Siraha
Y
Y
Satisfactory
Health and safety continuation
during completion of remaining
works i.e. Gate installation at
Chhagarya site, HH connections
etc. Local Level Redress Committee (Second Level) Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Town
S.N. Name/ Designation
1 Mr. Kusheshwar Sah, Chairman
2 Mr. Deep Narayan Sah, Secretary, Representative, Municipality
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3 Mr. Tatpta Bahadur Rawal, Member (Social Development Officer,RPMO)
4 Mr. HomJyoti Adhikari, Member(Environmental Safeguards Specialist, ERDSMC)
5 Mr. Roshan Subedi, Member( Gesi Specialist, ERDSMC representative)
6 Mr. Shyam Pd. Sah, Member
7 Mr. Raju Pd Sah, Member
8 Mr. Jageshwar Sah, Member
9 Mr. Bhawani Mahara, Member
Public Consultation and Disclosure
50. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during
the construction phase of the project no formal public consultations were conducted based on
environmental issues. The informal public consultations have solved the minor environmental issues that
occurred during the construction phase of the project. Form June 12, 2019, project entered into DLP stage
and operating under WUSC and maintaining by the Contractor.
3.1.4. Katari, Udayapur Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Projects
51. The approved IEE of Katari WSSSP of Udayapur District has determined the monitoring parameter
schedule and responsibility under section EMP. As per defined norms and parameters in the
Environmental Monitoring and Management plan, field level supervision and monitoring have been
conducted with active involvement of monitoring team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and
Environmental Specialists. The contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their
responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in
the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions.
• EMP breakdowns worked out; and in process of implementation
52. The progress summary and compliance status with EMP of the projects up to June 2020 are
presented below:
Component-Wise Physical Work Progress up to June 2020
Description of works as listed during
transferring the project to Stage II and any
other outstanding works
% Work completed and progress during
reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
i. Site Development of all sites (2 nos. of 25
cum RVT, 40cum RVT, 1000cum, WTP site,
Office Building Site etc.)
100% Partially completed of all sites 80%
ii. Remaining Meter Connection 100%
• Out of 2850 nos., 1565 nos. of water
meter connected – 54.91%;
• Out of 2022 nos., 1565 nos. of water
meter connected – 77.40%;
• Out of 2850 nos., household pipe
connected with water meter and end
cap 1945 nos. – 68.25%;
• Out of 2022 nos., household pipe
connected with water meter and end
cap 1945 nos. – 96.19%;
iii. Repair and Operation of Existing Water
Treatment Plant 100% Partially completed 95%
iv. Approach Road (Gravel and RCC) 100% Gravel road not yet started; and out of 300
m RCC road 125 m completed
0% and
42%
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v. Completion and handover of Public and
Institutional Toilet 100% Handed over 100%
vi. Protection structures at Tawa Khola near
Sump well and Collector wells 100%
100%
vii. Miscellaneous works ( Placing of Cover Slab
of Manholes, MS clamps in Tawa khola bridge,
GI crossing of Kholshi etc.
100%
Placing of Cover Slab of Manholes at almost
more of the places; Remaining MS clamps,
GI crossing not yet started
60%, 0%,
0%
viii. Repair and maintenance of all Leakage of
pipe line 100% On the progressive way 75%
ix. Gate on the RVT25 at East and West 100% Placed 100%
Table 10 : Katari Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No A: Pre-Construction Phase
1.
Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC), etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance √
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all
conditions and provisions if necessary
√
2.
Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites √
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall ×
Not
necessary
Construction of drainage ×
Bioengineering works ×
3.
Drinking Water
Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment o f T o i l e t s a t l e a s t 3 0 m downstream of
the drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage
disposal)
Establishment o f Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the
nearest residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile
areas, storage areas,
and disposal areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly) √
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6.
Waste Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7.
Source of materials
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates)
from approved quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B: Construction Phase
a. Physical Environment
1.
Topography
landforms, geology,
and soils and river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoEF, DCC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Crusher Sites Approved from GoN √
Consultation with district development committee on
designated disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to inundation
and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2.
Air Quality
Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069
enforcement, and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3.
Noise Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas √
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area
and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post,
schools and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
4.
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan. √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a daily
basis.
√
Coordination with District development office for beneficial
uses for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to
designated areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal shall be covered to avoid spillage.
√
b. Biological Environment
1.
Biodiversity
Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
Disturbance to wildlife ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
c. Socio-economic Environment
1.
Local people hiring
& Local Market
development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities near
the site.
√
Purchasing of construction materials from local market. √
2.
Community welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water distribution
pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before construction starts at the
sub project sites.
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for the use
of water for construction.
√
3.
Community health
and safety
Consult with district development committee on the designated
areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other construction
materials.
√
Only a
toilet for
about 40
workers. Construction of temporary latrines for workers with a proper pit
to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No Workers were made aware of the following general rules:
no alcohol/drugs on site;
prevent excessive noise;
no fires permitted on site expect if needed for the
construction works
√
Contractor
was
instructed
to add
another
toilet. Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism fully
applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
√
Availability of first aid ( Medical insurance coverage for
workers)
√
The hygienic manner in work camps.
√
Ensure uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and
washing, clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
hazardous or noxious substances; Sanitation facilities are
available at all times.
√
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers.
√
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas,
material storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
d. Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1.
Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if
any finds are suspected.
No cultural heritage
areas found within
project area
e. Chemical Environment
1.
Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and handling
practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that
the person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use for
disinfection process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while
using chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
(Annex 6 )
Not
Applicable
C: Operation and Maintenance Activity
S. N. Performance Target
Activity carried
during reporting
months
(Yes/ No)
If no, specify
reason Remarks
i Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance
Target meeting Nepal National Drinking Water
Quality Standard (NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
Yes Yes
ii Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table
1, frequency of monitoring for urban water supply
system, NDWQS) is being met?
Yes Yes But not reported
regularly
iii Residual pressure of water at ground level should be
at least 5m positive head in 90% of the cases of at
least 10 different domestic meter points of the
distribution network randomly chosen for
verification. The pressure will be measured twice a
week by Contractor in the presence of
Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s.
Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
Yes Not Regularly
iv Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? Yes
v Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis
of the characteristic curves submitted by the
Contractor along with the offer and the actual duty
conditions for the month?
Yes characteristic curves
still not submitted
by the Contractor
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vi Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated
water every day in the presence of employer/co-
employer or their designated representatives,
analyse them and report any deviation from Nepal
standards and send weekly water quality test reports
(with summary of daily reports) to employer.
Are the above activities being done?
Yes
vii The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the whole system during whole O & M period as ON-
THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the
reporting month?
Yes Not regular and
seen partially
viii Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation
and maintenance of all the equipment and services in
a mutually agreed format?
Yes
Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of
Contract
Documents
EMP Being
Implemented
(Y/N)
Status of
Implementation
(Excellent/ Satisfactory/
Action Proposed and Additional
Measures Required
Katari,
WSSSP
Y
Y
Satisfactory
No, few sites only work has been
going on and still numbers of places
repair and maintenance work
remains Continuation of proper
management of health and
sanitation conditions
Local level grievance Redress Committee (First Level)
Name/ Designation
Mr. Dodaraj Poudel, Chairman, WUSC
Mr. Shiva Adhikari Social Safeguard Specialist, ERDSMC
Mr. Dhanraj Shah, Construction Engineer
Ms. Jyoti Kala Tamang, Social mobilizer
Mr.Durga Pokharel, Contractor Representative
Public Consultation and Disclosure
53. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during
the construction phase of the project no formal public consultations were conducted based on
environmental issues. The informal public consultations have solved the minor environmental issues that
occurred during the construction phase of the project. Operation and maintenance works going on
simultaneously. Project entered into Operation and Maintenance Stage (Second Stage) effective from June
20, 2019 and decision made on 5 September 2019.
3.1.5. Sakhuwa-Mahandranagar, Dhanusa Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Projects
54. The approved IEE of Sakhuwa Mahendranagar Town project has determined the monitoring parameter,
schedule and responsibility. As per defined norms and parameters in the Environmental Monitoring and
Management plan, field level supervision and monitoring have been conducted. The contractor and
workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental
Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in the EMP
during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area and
other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of construction and
thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project conditions.
• EMP breakdowns worked out; and in process of implementation
55. The progress summary and Compliance status of the projects up to June 2020 are presented below:
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Progress up to June 2020
Description of works as listed
during transferring the project to
Stage II and any other
outstanding works
% Work completed and progress during
reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
i. House connection work 100% Out of 2015 nos.1310 nos. completed 64%
ii. Washout connection 100% Site possession not given by WUSC.
iii. Well development BH-3 100% Not started yet.
iv. Level Indicator of OHT 100% Not started yet.
Table 11 : Sakhuwa-Mahendranagar Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No
A: Pre-Construction Phase
1.
Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC), etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance,
etc.
√
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all
conditions and provisions if necessary √
2.
Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites
√
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall ×
Not
necessary
Construction of drainage ×
Bioengineering works ×
3.
Drinking Water
Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage
disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source. √
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the
nearest residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile
areas, storage areas,
and disposal areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √ Not
necessary Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly) x
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6.
Waste Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7.
Source of materials
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates)
from approved quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B: Construction Phase
a. Physical Environment
1.
Topography
landforms, geology,
and soils and river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoFE, DCC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Crusher Sites Approved from GoN √
Consultation with district development committee on
designated disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to inundation
and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2.
Air Quality
Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069
enforcement, and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3.
Noise Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas x Not
necessary Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area
and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post,
schools and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels
√
4.
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan.
√
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a daily
basis.
√
Coordination with District development office for beneficial
uses for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to
designated areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal shall be covered to avoid spillage.
√
b. Biological Environment
1.
Biodiversity
Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
Disturbance to wildlife ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
c. Socio-economic Environment
1. Local people hiring
& Local Market
development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in the
vicinity of the site.
√
Purchasing of construction materials from local market. √
2.
Community welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water distribution
pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before construction starts at the
sub project sites.
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for the use
of water for construction.
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No
3.
Community health
and safety
Consult with district development committee on the designated
areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other construction
materials.
√
Needs
improveme
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with a proper pit
to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
Workers were made aware of the following general rules:
no alcohol/drugs on site;
prevent excessive noise;
no fires permitted on site expect if needed for the
construction works
√
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism fully
applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
√
Availability of first aid ( Medical insurance coverage for
workers)
√
The hygienic manner in work camps.
√
Ensure uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and
washing, clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
√
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers.
√
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas,
material storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
d. Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1. Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if
any finds are suspected.
No such problems
arise within the project
area
e. Chemical Environment
1. Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and handling
practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that
the person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use for
disinfection process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while
using chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
(Annex 6 )
Not
Applicable
C: Operation and Maintenance Phase
Performance Target
Activity carried
during reporting
months (Yes/ No)
Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance Target meeting Nepal National Drinking
Water Quality Standard (NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
Yes
Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table 1, frequency of monitoring for urban
water supply system, NDWQS) is being met?
Yes
Residual pressure of water at ground level should be at least 5m positive head in 90% of the
cases of at least 10 different domestic meter points of the distribution network randomly
chosen for verification. The pressure will be measured twice a week by Contractor in the
presence of Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s. Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
Yes
Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? Yes
Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis of the characteristic curves submitted by
the Contractor along with the offer and the actual duty conditions for the month?
Yes
Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated water every day in the presence of
employer/co-employer or their designated representatives, analyse them and report any
deviation from Nepal standards and send weekly water quality test reports (with summary of
daily reports) to employer.
Yes
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Are the above activities being done?
The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the whole system during whole O & M period as ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the reporting month?
Yes
Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation and maintenance of all the equipment and
services in a mutually agreed format?
Yes
Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part
of
Contract
Document
s
(Y/N)
EMP Being
Implement
ed (Y/N)
Status of
Implementation
(Excellent/Satisfactory
/ Partially satisfactory
/Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed and Additional
Measures Required
TSTWSSSP/
NCB-01(Lot 3)
Sakhuwa-
Mahendranag
ar, Dhanusha
Y
Y
Satisfactory
As the main issue of the project is
damaged the pipeline both sides of the
Highway by the road construction.
Improve the condition of safety signs
and warning signals
Local Level Grievance Redress Committee (First Level)
Name/ Designation
Mr. Ramjulum Yadav, Chairman, WUSC
Member (Social Safeguards Specialist, ERDSMC)
Mr. Tapeshwar Jha,Member( CSE, ERDSMC)
Mr. Pramod Laugi, Member (Engineer, Contractor)
Mr. Ravi Shankar Sah, Member(Social Mobiliser, ERDSMC)
Public Consultation and Disclosure
56. Project entered into Defect Liability period (DLP) effective from June 15, 2019. The DSMC visited the project
sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during the construction and O & M
phase of the project, no formal public consultations specific to environmental issues carried out. The
informal public consultations solved minor environmental issues during O & M phases of the project.
3.1.6. Lalbandi, Sarlahi Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
57. The monitoring parameter schedule and responsibility under section EMP of approved IEE of Lalbandi
Town projects, field level supervision and monitoring have been conducted with active involvement of
monitoring team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and Environmental Specialists. The contractor and
workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental
Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in the
EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area and
other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of construction and
thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project conditions.
• EMP breakdowns worked out; and in process of implementation
58. The progress summary and compliance status of the projects up to June 2020 are presented below:
Summary of Progress up to June 2020
Description of works as listed during transferring the
project to Stage II and any other outstanding works %
Work completed and
progress during
reporting month
Work
completed (%)
Provide and Install Water Meters & Taps (940 nos) 100% 280 nos. 29%
Providing Household Connections (650 nos) 100% 45 nos. 7%
Construction of Surface Drains (5 nos) 100% 0.80 no 16%
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Construction of GV Chambers (6 nos) 100% 1.50 nos. 25%
Construction of Surface Boxes over GVs (20 nos) 100% 0%
Surface Dressing, Walkway construction and block
pavements (5 nos) 100% 0%
Treatment of Leakage from overflow pipe inside OHT
dome, Hirapur (1 job) 100% completed 100%
Painting of Hirapur OHT (1500 sq m) 100% Approval of proposal
is awaited 0%
Treatment of Leakage from overflow pipe under bottom
dome of OHT at Hirapur ( 1 job) 100% 0%
Construction of Compound Wall gate of Hirapur Camp (1
job) 100% 0%
Installation of Fire Hydrants (9 nos) 100% Installed 1 out of 9
outstanding 11%
Outdoor Lighting Works(60 sets) 100% 0%
Repair of road cuts occurred during pipe line installation
and reconstruction works (3500 sqm) 100% 0%
Construction of Warehouse -1 job (subject to availability of
quantity) 100% 0%
Miscellaneous and casual works 100% Completed 0.02 job
out of 1 2%
Supply of tools and Equipment to WUSC for future
Operation and Maintenance (1 job) 100% 0%
Table 12 : Lalbandi, Sarlahi Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No
A. Pre-Construction Phase
1 Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC) etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance, etc. √
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all
conditions and provisions if necessary
√
2
Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites
√
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall √
Construction of drainage √
Bioengineering works
3
Drinking Water
Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage
disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the
nearest residence
√
Proper septage management √
5
Construction work
camps, stockpile
areas, storage areas,
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly √
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
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S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No
and disposal areas Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6
Waste Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7
Source of materials Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates) from approved
quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B. Construction Phase
1
Topography
landforms, geology,
and soils and river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoFE, DDC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Quarry Sites Approved from GoN
√
Crusher Sites Approved from GoN
Consultation with district development committee on
designated disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to
inundation and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2
Air Quality
Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to
have tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069 enforcement,
and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3
Noise Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas √
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement
area and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post,
schools and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
4
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan. √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a
daily basis.
√
Coordination with District development office for beneficial
uses for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to
designated areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal covered to avoid spillage.
√
C. Biological Environment
1
Biodiversity
Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
Disturbance to wildlife ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
D. Socioeconomic Environment
Local people hiring &
Local Market
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in
the vicinity of the site
√
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S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks Yes No
1
development Purchasing of construction materials from the local
market
√
2
Community welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water
distribution pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before
construction starts at the subproject sites
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for
the use of water for construction.
√
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
3
Health and Community
safety
Consultation with district development
Committee on the designated areas for stockpiling of
soils, gravel, and other construction materials.
√
Contractor
was
instructed to
provide PPE
to all workers
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with
a proper pit to avoid contamination of water
sources.
√
Workers were made aware of the following general rules:
➢ no alcohol/drugs on site;
➢ prevent excessive noise; √
➢ no fires permitted on site expect if needed for the
construction works
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall
be permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism
fully applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective
equipment
× (reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
Availability of first aid( Medical insurance coverage for
workers)
√
The hygienic manner in work camps. √
Ensure
√
- uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and washing;
- clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
hazardous or noxious substances;
Sanitation facilities are available at all times.
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers. √
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas,
material storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
E. Histological, Cultural and Archeological Characteristics
1 Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation
if any finds are suspected.
No cultural heritage areas found within project area
F. Chemical Environment
1
Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and
handling practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals;
iii) ensure that the person is hired, with knowledge of
chlorine use for disinfection process during operation
iv)Ensure use of PPE while using chemicals; v) Use of chlorine
guideline as per WHO (Annex 6 )
Not
Applicable
G. Operation and Maintenance Activity
S.
N. Performance Target
Activity carried during
reporting months Remarks
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(Yes/ No)
i Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance Target
meeting Nepal National Drinking Water Quality Standard
(NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
Yes
ii Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table 1,
frequency of monitoring for urban water supply system,
NDWQS) is being met?
Yes Record (hard Copy of
tests) being maintained
by lab.
iii Residual pressure of water at ground level should be at least
5m positive head in 90% of the cases of at least 10 different
domestic meter points of the distribution network randomly
chosen for verification. The pressure will be measured twice
a week by Contractor in the presence of Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s.
Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
Yes Some users are filling
their 2 nd floor roof top
reserve tanks directly
from supply line i.e. > 5
m positive.
iv Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? Yes
v Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis of the
characteristic curves submitted by the Contractor along with
the offer and the actual duty conditions for the month?
Yes
vi Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated water
every day in the presence of employer/co-employer or their
designated representatives, analyse them and report any
deviation from Nepal standards and send weekly water
quality test reports (with summary of daily reports) to
employer.
Are the above activities being done?
Yes
vii The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the
whole system during whole O & M period as ON-THE-JOB
TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the
reporting month?
Yes 7 operators and guards
are provided by WUSC
to operate the systems.
Others are also locals.
viii Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation and
maintenance of all the equipment and services in a mutually
agreed format?
Yes
Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of Contract
Documents (Y/N)
EMP Being
Implemented
(Y/N)
Status of
implementation
Action Proposed and
Additional Measures Required
Lalbandi, Sarlahi
WSSSP
Y Y
Satisfactory
Improve sanitation conditions
in the camps; Provide PPE to
the workers; Improve debris
disposal system
GRM Local Level Grievance Redress Committee (First Level)
S.N
.
Name/ Designation
1 Mr. Basudev Adhikari, Chairman, WUSC
2 Mr. Shiva Adhikari Social Safeguard Specialist, ERDSMC
3 Mr. Harinandan Chaudhary, Construction Engineer
4 Mr. Saroj Sah, Social mobilizer
5 Mr. Ram lochan Tiwari, Contractor Representative
Public Consultation and Disclosure
59. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during
the construction phase of the project no formal public consultations were conducted based on
environmental issues. The informal public consultations have solved the minor environmental issues that
occurred during the construction phase of the project. After detailed assessment of the then status of the
project, the meeting unanimously decided to enter into Stage-II effective from Feb 23, 2020. The decisions
are noted in WUSC’s Minute Book and copy circulated to the concerned authorities. Accordingly, the
contractor started Operation and Maintenance works (Stage-II) from Feb 23, 2020 and it is continue to
date.
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3.1.7. Katahariya, Rautahat Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
60. The approved IEE of Katahariya WSSSP of Rautahat District has determined the monitoring parameter
schedule and responsibility. As per defined norms and parameters in the Environmental Monitoring and
Management plan, field level supervision and monitoring have been conducted with active involvement of
monitoring team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and Environmental Specialists. The contractor and
workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental
Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in the
EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area
and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of construction
and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project conditions
61. The progress summary and compliance status of the projects up to June 2020 are presented below:
Summary of Progress
Outstanding works Work in progress
Description of works as listed
during transferring the project
to Stage II and any other
outstanding works
% Work completed and progress during
reporting month
Work
completed (%)
i. House connection work 100% Out of 1635 nos.1354 nos. completed 82.81%
ii. Level Indicator of OHT 100% Not started yet.
Table 13 : Katahariya, Rautahat Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks
Yes No
A. Pre-Construction Phase
1. Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC) etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance. √
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions
and provisions if necessary
√
2.
Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites √
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall √
Construction of drainage √
Bioengineering works
3.
Drinking Water Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight)
√
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage
disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the
nearest residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile
Storage areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly √
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
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S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks
Yes No
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) areas, and disposal
areas
√
6.
Waste
Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7.
Source of
materials
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates)
from approved quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B: Construction Phase
a. Physical Environment
1
Topography
landforms, geology,
and soils and river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoFE, DDC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Quarry Sites Approved from GoN Crusher Sites Approved from
GoN
√
Consultation with district development committee on designated
disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to inundation and
other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2.
Air Quality Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and worksites
to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES,
2069 enforcement, and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3.
Noise
Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas
√
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area and
construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post, schools
and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
4.
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan. √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on
a daily basis.
× Needs
improve
ment Coordination with District development office for beneficial uses
for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to
designated areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal covered to avoid spillage.
√
b: Biological Environment
1.
Biodiversity Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting )
×
Disturbance to wildlife
× Disturbance to Aquatic life
× Disturbance to Birds
× c: Socioeconomic Environment
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S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status
Remarks
Yes No
1. Local people
hiring & Local
Market development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in the
vicinity of the site
√
Purchasing of construction materials from the local market.
√
2.
Community
welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water distribution
pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before construction starts at the
subproject sites.
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for the use of
water for construction.
√
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
3.
Community health
and safety
Consultation with district development committee on the
designated areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other
construction materials.
√
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with a proper pit
to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
Workers were made aware of the following general
rules:
➢ no alcohol/drugs on site;
➢ prevent excessive noise;
➢ no fires permitted on site expect if
needed for the construction works
√
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism fully
applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
√
Availability of first aid ( Medical insurance coverage for workers) √
The hygienic manner in work camps. √
Ensure
- uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and washing,
- clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
hazardous or noxious substances;
Sanitation facilities are available at all times.
√
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers. √
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas, material
storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
d: Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1.
Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if any
finds suspected.
No cultural heritage
areas found within
project area
e: Chemical Environment
1.
Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and handling
practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that
the person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use for disinfection
process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while using
chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO (Annex 6 )
Not
Applicable
C: Operation and Maintenance Activity
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S.
N. Performance Target
Activity carried during
reporting months
(Yes/ No)
i Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance Target meeting Nepal National
Drinking Water Quality Standard (NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
Yes
ii Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table 1, frequency of monitoring for
urban water supply system, NDWQS) is being met?
Yes
iii Residual pressure of water at ground level should be at least 5m positive head in 90%
of the cases of at least 10 different domestic meter points of the distribution network
randomly chosen for verification. The pressure will be measured twice a week by
Contractor in the presence of Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s.
Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
Yes
iv Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? Yes
v Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis of the characteristic curves
submitted by the Contractor along with the offer and the actual duty conditions for
the month?
Yes
vi Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated water every day in the
presence of employer/co-employer or their designated representatives, analyse
them and report any deviation from Nepal standards and send weekly water quality
test reports (with summary of daily reports) to employer.
Are the above activities being done?
Yes
vii The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the whole system during whole O & M period as ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the reporting month?
WUSC staff is not
available.
viii Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation and maintenance of all the
equipment and services in a mutually agreed format?
Yes
Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of
Contract
Documents
(Y/N)
EMP Being
Implemented
(Y/N)
Status of
implementation
(Excellent/Satisfactory
/Partially satisfactory
/Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed
and Additional
Measures Required
Kathariya
Rautahat Water
Supply, and
Sanitation Sector
Project
Y Y
Satisfactory
Project entered
into 2nd phase
effective from June
30, 2019. The O &
M stages
environmental
issues addressing
by the Contractor
Public Consultation and Disclosure
62. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during
the construction and O & M phase of the project no formal public consultations conducted based on
environmental issues. The informal public consultations have solved the minor environmental issues that
occurred during the construction phase of the project.
3.1.8. Birendranagar, Chitwan Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
63. As per defined norms and parameters in the Environmental Monitoring and Management plan of the
approved IEE of Birendranagar WSSSP of Chitwan District, field level supervision and monitoring have been
conducted with active involvement of monitoring team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and Environmental
Specialists. The contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility
towards Environmental Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
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• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in the
EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area
and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of construction
and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project conditions.
64. The progress and compliance status of the project up to June 2020 are given below:
Progress Summary
Component of the Project Designed Capacity/
Numbers/Length
Built Capacity/
Numbers/Length
Status (In % completion
or delivery)
Overhead Tank 450 cu.m.-1 no 450 Cu.m-1no 100% completed and in
operation.
Deep Tube well- 4
Nos(Test,No-1 , No- 2&
No-3)
20-25 lps-4nos(including
one additional)
4 nos 100% completed
(including one
additional),
WUSC Building 1 no 1 no 100% completed
Generator House 1 no 1 no 100% completed
Boundary Wall 175.00 m 223.2m 100% completed
Pressure Filters (20.00 to
30.00 lps)
2 Nos 2Nos 100% Completed
PE Pipes 63.308km (50 to 160mm ) 64.27km(50 to 160mm) 100% supplied
DI pipes 5.091 km(150 to 300mm) 5.091 Km(150
to300mmDia.)
100% supplied
Dosing Pump 1 set,50 liters per hour - 100% completed
Fire Hydrants 4 sets 4 sets 100% completed
HH connections 1922 Nos 1575 Nos 81.94% completed
Laying and jointing of PE
pipes
68.02km (50 to 160 mm dia.
)
61.2 km 89.97 % completed,(
Pakhribas area deleted
due to disputes)
Laying and jointing of DI
Pipes
5.42km (150 to 300 mm
dia.)
4.72km 87.08% completed,
(Pakhribas area deleted
due to disputes)
Table 14: Birendranagar, Chitwan Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
A: Pre-Construction Phase
1. Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC) etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance, etc. √
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions
and provisions if necessary
√
2.
Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites
√
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall √
Construction of drainage √
Bioengineering works
3.
Drinking Water
Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of
the drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of
the drinking water source
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
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S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the nearest
residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile
areas, storage areas,
and disposal areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly √
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6.
Waste
Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7.
Source of
materials
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates) from approved
quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B: Construction Phase
a. Physical Environment
1. Topography landforms,
geology, and soils
and river morphology
and hydrology
Coordinate with MoFE, DDC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Quarry Sites Approved from GoN, Crusher Sites Approved from
GoN
√
Consultation with district development committee on
designated disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to inundation
and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season
√
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2.
Air Quality
Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069 enforcement,
and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste √
3.
Noise
Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas
√
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area
and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post, schools and
other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
4.
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a daily
basis.
×
Needs
improvem
Coordination with District development office for beneficial
uses for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to
designated areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal covered to avoid spillage.
√
b: Biological Environment
Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
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S.N.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
1. Biodiversity Disturbance to wildlife ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
c: Socioeconomic Environment
1.
Local people hiring &
local Market
development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in the vicinity of
the site
√
Purchasing of construction materials from the local market.
√
2.
Community
welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water distribution
pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before construction starts at the
subproject sites.
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for the
use of water for construction.
√
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
3.
Community health
and safety
Consultation with district development committee on the
designated areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other
construction materials.
√
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with a proper pit
to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
Workers were made aware of the following general rules:
➢ no alcohol/drugs on site;
➢ prevent excessive noise;
➢ no fires permitted on site expect if needed for the
construction works
√
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism fully
applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
√
Availability of first aid ( Medical insurance coverage for
workers)
√
The hygienic manner in work camps √
Ensure
- uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and
washing,
- clean eating areas where workers are not
exposed to hazardous or noxious substances;
Sanitation facilities are available at all times.
√
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers. √
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas, material
storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
d: Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1.
Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if
any finds are suspected.
No cultural heritage
areas found within
project area
e: Chemical Environment
1.
Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and handling
practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that
the person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use for
disinfection process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while
using chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
Not
Applicable
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C. Operation and Maintenance Activity
S.
N. Performance Target
Activity reporting
months (Yes/ No)
I Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance Target meeting Nepal National
Drinking Water Quality Standard (NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
Yes
Ii Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table 1, frequency of monitoring for urban
water supply system, NDWQS) is being met?
Yes
Iii Residual pressure of water at ground level should be at least 5m positive head in 90% of
the cases of at least 10 different domestic meter points of the distribution network
randomly chosen for verification. The pressure will be measured twice a week by
Contractor in the presence of Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s. Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
Yes
Iv Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? Yes
V Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis of the characteristic curves submitted
by the Contractor along with the offer and the actual duty conditions for the month? Yes
Vi Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated water every day in the presence of
employer/co-employer or their designated representatives, analyse them and report any
deviation from Nepal standards and send weekly water quality test reports (with summary
of daily reports) to employer.
Are the above activities being done?
Yes
vii The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the whole system during whole O & M period as ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the reporting month?
Yes
viii Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation and maintenance of all the equipment
and services in a mutually agreed format? Yes
Overall Compliance with EMP
Sub-Project
Name
EMP Part of
Contract
Documents
(Y/N)
EMP Being
Implemented
(Y/N)
Status of Implementation
(Excellent/Satisfactory/
/Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed and Additional
Measures Required
Birendranagar
Water Supply,
and Sanitation
Sector Project
Y
Y
Satisfactory
Continuation of proper
management of health and
sanitation conditions in the
camps; Most of physical works
are completed
Public Consultation and Disclosure
65. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during
the construction phase of the project no formal public consultations were conducted based on
environmental issues. The informal public consultations have solved the minor environmental issues that
occurred during the construction phase of the project.
3.1.9. Bidur, Nuwakot Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
66. The approved IEE of Bidur WSSSP of Nuwakot District has determined the monitoring parameter schedule
and responsibility under section EMP. As per defined norms and parameters in the Environmental
Monitoring and Management plan, field level supervision and monitoring have been conducted with active
involvement of monitoring team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and Environmental Specialists. The
contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards
Environmental Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out in the
EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared area
and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project conditions.
67. The progress and compliance status of the projects up to June 2020 are presented below:
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Progress Summary
Intake Structure: • Clearance of debris deposited by flood during monsoon
Transmission Main: Laying of DI pipes & fittings will be continued at Titung-Tirtirebhir, Bhainse, and
Betrawoti location
PE/GI Pipelines: • Installation of DI / PE pipes &fittings in Battar and colony along the highway will
be continued
Treatment Plants: • Manage Drainage system of RSF with laterals
• Fitting, Fixing air pipe system in RSF
• Filling of filter media in RSF
• Fixing of Complete set of Agitator including all necessary accessories in Mix Tank
• Manage chemical system for Rapid mix tank
Reservoir: • Installation of water level indicator will be completed.
• Fixing of chlorination system in all reservoir tanks
HHs Connection: 3500 Completed out of 5425
EMP Compliance and
Protection related
works
• Fencing with barbed wire at Colony RVT will be completed
• Fencing with barbed wire at Existing Tank Bidur will be completed
• Construction of Valve Chambers at different location will be continued
• Commissioning the pipeline of Nalagaun system is completed
• Valve Chamber Construction at Nalagaun system is in progress
• Boundary Wall ongoing at 4 places- Divakar danda & office Building & Bidur
Existing Tank
Table 15 : Bidur, Nuwakot Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project
S.N.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status Remarks
Yes No
A: Pre-Construction Phase
1. Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC) etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance, etc. √
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions
and provisions if necessary
√
2.
Existing
Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal sites √
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall √
Construction of drainage √
Bioengineering works
3.
Drinking Water
Water Quality Test ( Deep Tube well & Shallow well) √
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of
the drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality monitoring √
4
Sanitation (Toilets
and septage
disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of
the drinking water source.
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the nearest
residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile
areas, storage
areas, and
disposal areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area ( Environmental friendly √
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6.
Waste
Generation
Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid Wastes √
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S.N.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status Remarks
Yes No
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) √
7.
Source of
materials
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates)
from approved quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B: Construction Phase
1. Topography
landforms, geology,
and soils and river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoFE, DDC, and local authorities regarding
restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Quarry Sites Approved from GoN, Crusher Sites Approved from
GoN
√
Consultation with district development committee on designated
disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to inundation
and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2.
Air Quality
Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to a maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069 enforcement,
and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3.
Noise Pollution
Construct speed bumps at settlement areas √
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area
and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post, schools
and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than night time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
4.
Removal of
Aesthetics values
Preparation of debris disposal plan. √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a daily
basis.
√
Coordination with District development office for beneficial uses
for excess excavated soils or immediately disposes to designated
areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and carrying
debris for disposal covered to avoid spillage.
√
C: Biological Environment
1.
Biodiversity
Damage to Forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
Disturbance to wildlife ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
D: Socioeconomic Environment
1.
Local people
hiring & Local
Market
development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in the vicinity of
the site
√
Purchasing of construction materials from the local market. √
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S.N.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures
Status Remarks
Yes No
2.
Community
welfare
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Relocation of existing infrastructure (such as water distribution
pipes, electricity pylons, etc.) before construction starts at the
subproject sites.
√
Obtained permission from respective local authority for the
use of water for construction.
√
Consultation with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the nature,
duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
3.
Community health
and safety
Consultation with district development committee on the
designated areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other
construction materials.
√
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with a proper pit
to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
Workers were made aware of the following general rules:
➢ no alcohol/drugs on site;
➢ prevent excessive noise;
➢ no fires permitted on site expect if
needed for the construction works
√
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
Grievance/ Compliant remedial action mechanism
fully applied
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles, and masks)
√
Availability of first aid ( Medical insurance coverage for
workers)
√
The hygienic manner in work camps. √
Ensure
- uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking, and washing,
- clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
hazardous or noxious substances;
Sanitation facilities are available at all times.
√
Provide H & S orientation training to all new workers. √
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas, material
storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
E: Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1.
Physical and
cultural heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if
any finds are suspected.
No cultural heritage
areas found within
project area
F: Chemical Environment
1.
Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and handling
practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that
the person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use for disinfection
process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while using
chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
Not
Applicable
Local Level Grievance Redress Committee (First Level)
Name/ Designation
Mr. Narayan Bahadur Khanal Chairman, Sub-committee of WUSC
Member (Social Safeguards Specialist, ERDSMC)
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Mr. Hari Sharan Gyawali, Member( CSE, ERDSMC)
Mr. Sundar Panday, Member (Social Mobilizer, ERDSMC)
Member (Representative from Contractor Office ) Representatives from Civil Society Representatives from Local Parties Representatives from ICG
Representatives from District Drinking Water Division Office etc Public Consultation and Disclosure
68. The DSMC visited the project sites on a regular basis. As there were no major environmental issues during
the construction phase of the project no formal public consultations were conducted based on
environmental issues. The informal public consultations have solved the minor environmental issues that
occurred during the construction phase of the project.
3.1.10. Ramnagar Mirchaiya Storm Drainage Project, Siraha
69. The IEE of Ramnager Mirchaiya Strom Draingae Project of Siraha District has been approved from MOWS.
As per defined norms and parameters in the Environmental Monitoring and Management plan, ongoing
field level supervision and monitoring. The physical works of the project comprises establishment of
contractor’s camp, supply of pipes, pipefittings and appurtenances, and pipe laying works etc.
70. The progress status of the project up to June 2020 is given below:
Progress Summary
Work target up to reporting month 50.00%
Financial progress up to the reporting month (inclusive mobilization advance) 9.74%
Total work target for next month including lagging 55.00%
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3.2. Compliance Status with Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans of Town Projects of
WRDSMCS
71. The Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector project of the Western Region covers 11
small towns of western region of Nepal. The contract for Consultants’ Services with these Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (TSTWSSSP) has assigned to the joint venture of
Building Design Authority Pvt. Ltd. and Plush Engineers and Architects (P) Ltd (BDA-PEA JV) as Design,
Supervision, and Management Consultants (DSMC). This section illustrates progress and compliance
status with Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans of WRDSMC Town Projects from
January to June 2020 comprises implementation of EMP including physical progress, GRM,
Training/awareness programme and community level consultations. Among the 11 subprojects of
WRDSMC, Khalanga Sitalpati and Tikapur subprojects have been crossed DLP phase. Babiyachaur,
Chandrauta, Musikot and Suda sub-projects have been completed the O&M and running in DLP.
Tansariya, Abukhaireni, Dumre, Nirmalpokhari and Amargadi sub-projects have been running in
operation and maintenance phase. The Stage III Defect Liability of Period (DLP) of Khallanga-Sitalpati,
Salyan, Chandrauta, Kapilbastu and Tikapur, Kailali Town Water Supply & Sanitation Project has been
completed on 30 Dec. 2018, 4 Nov. 2019 and 20 Nov. 2019 respectively.
72. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans are being implemented with respect to the
guidelines defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of 11 Western Town Water
Supply and Sanitation Project namely Abhukhaireni Tanahun, Kalanga Sitalpati Salyan, Musikot
Khalanga Rukum, Chandrauta Kapilbastu, Nirmalpokhari Kaski, Dumre Tanahun, Tikapur Kailali, Suda
Kanchanpur, Amargadi Dadeldhura, Tamsariya Nawalparasi and Babiyachaur Surkhet. With the
involvements of field team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP staff) and Environmental Specialist - field
level supervision and monitoring have been conducted. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues
during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out
in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project - especially along
access roads to Intake and Generator House/guard house, and near the Horizontal Roughing
Filter site;
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions and;
• EMP breakdowns approved by TL-DSC and it is in process of implementation by the
contractor.
73. During the visit, the contractor’s personnel and site staff from the Consultant, were oriented/trained
and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues during
construction works, such as :
• Drag out possible problems at the sites are identified earlier or at the time of excavation and
take spot decision to address the problems related to the users concern such as damaging
existing pipeline, irrigation canal, boundary wall and other structures.
• To solve these concerns, since the WUSC is more familiar with users and local areas, they
coordinate with the users to response and address the problems as soon as possible.
74. The detailed compliance status with EMP and monitoring from January to June 2020 of Western Town
Water Supply and Sanitation Projects namely Abhukhaireni Tanahun, Kalanga Sitalpati Salyan,
Musikot Khalanga Rukum, Chandrauta Kapilbastu, Nirmalpokhari Kaski, Dumre Tanahun, Suda
Kanchanpur and Amargadi TWSSSP Town Projects are presented below:
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3.2.1. Aabukaireni Tanahu Water Supply and Sanitation Project
75. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented as per determined
monitoring parameter schedule and responsibility described under EMP section of approved IEE
report. Field level supervision and monitoring have been conducted with active involvement of
monitoring team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP) and Environmental Specialists. The contractor and
workers were oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental
Safeguarding issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out
in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and during the end
phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-construction phase of the
project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions.
76. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the project
up to June 2020 are presented in Table 16.
Project Summary
Description of works as listed during
transferring the project to Stage II and
any other outstanding works
% Work completed and progress
during reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
HRF fencing work 100 Fencing work completed 100
SSF fencing & drainage work 100 Drainage work remained 98
Submersible pump installation
100 Testing and commissioning work
of power line remained
95
Sump well construction 100 Completed 100
Sludge Drying bed 100 Site development work to be
done
98
Generator and guard House
fencing
100 Fencing work completed 100
Delivery of tractor & tanker 100 Advance payment is done 50
Gabion works under VO 100 Ongoing 25
Table 16 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Abukhaireni Subprojects
S.N
.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks
Yes No
A. Post-Construction Phase
Bio-Physical Aspects
1. Topography
landforms, and
Aesthetic values
The temporary facilities have been
properly decommissioned
√ Coordinated with
local authority
The landscape temporarily used by
the contractor have been reinstated
to its original state or better state
√
The quality of natural surface water
bodies is not degraded by the project
activities
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid
waste from decommissioning.
√
1.
Greenery promotion Greenery promoted in project sites so
as to improve the micro-climatic
condition/s
√
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S.N
.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks
Yes No
Socio-economic Environment
1. Job opportunity for
the locals
Priority hiring of labor force from
communities in the vicinity of the
site.
√ O&M training
provided
On-the-Job training
provided Capacity building of the locals √
Ensure any damage to properties and
utilities will be restored or
compensated to pre work conditions.
√
3. O&M aspects O&M Manual prepared √ The training has
been provided and
manual has been
prepared
O&M training provided √
WSP prepared √
B. Summary of Environmental Monitoring in Aabukhaireni Project
SN Activities Progress Remarks
1 Protection works
• RCC wall at the generator and guard house for
landslide protection
Completed
• Gabion wall at generator house and guard house Completed
2 Greenery Management
Plantation and greenery
promotion
• Work in progress
• Gardening at WUSC building premises has been
planned
To be
completed
in next
quarter
3 Campsite/workforce management
(a) Records or workers
and Gender rights
• Records of workers has been maintained
• Women employment has been encouraged
(b) Child labour Totally prohibited and monitored regularly
(c) Provisions in campsite
(drinking water,
electricity, toilets, etc)
• Segregation bins placed for managing solid waste (1
set with Green and Red bins set)
• Provisions of water and sanitation maintained in
campsites
• First aid kits made available at all campsites and all
work-fronts
• Code of Conduct placed in all the campsites
(d) Proper sign boards,
notice boards
• Construction sites are bounded by fencing and flex
banners placed at all active working site to restrict
entry of children, older, disabled and other
unauthorized movement.
• Community safety has been considered with priority
along with OHS aspects in the project sites.
4 Occupational Health and Safety
(a) Records of accidents Minor cuts and wounds treated with first aid kits and
medical services from local private clinics
(b) Use of PPEs (helmets,
masks, gloves, boots,
goggles, etc.)
Helmets, boots, safety jackets and gloves available at
each ongoing sites
(c) Medical insurance Yes
(d) First Aid facility Available at most of the active sites
5 Environmental Grievance Records (if any)
(a) Records of grievances None in this quarter
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(b) Support provided
6 Environmental
monitoring
(a) Noise levels
(associated with
operation of heavy
equipment's and
vehicles) Method: Use of
mobile-app
Regular noise level monitoring is conducted in active
project sites
(b) Air quality levels
(associated with dust
levels due to vehicular
movement, spoil disposal
and stockpiling of
construction materials)
Method: Visual
inspection and feedback
from the locals
Completed as per EMP
Dust pollution is seen in the market area (however, this
effect is related more to local vehicles plying on
earthen and gravel roads of the project area)
7 Awareness, capacity
building
Regular on-site visits to aware the workforce on safety,
environmental sensitivities, and social harmony
C. Summary of EMP Implementation in Aabukhaireni Project
SN EMP works Status
1 Stabilization/protection works
• Fencing work at Horizontal Roughing Filter (HRF) site,
Slow Sand Filter (SSF), and Generator & guard house
completed
2 Rehabilitation and
reinstatement works
Civil works carried out in the RVT site
3 Greenery Promotion In progress
4 WQ Monitoring
Water quality testing has been conducted (RVT, Treatment
Plant and HH connections) to ensure drinking water quality to
be supplied
5 AQ Monitoring/Noise levels This has been completed
6 Public awareness/Information
• Hoarding boards, message boards/sign boards, 1 set of
dustbins placed at market place
• Health and sanitation awareness campaign conducted
on 13th January 2020
(Male - 12, Female - 18; Total 30 participants)
• Health and sanitation awareness campaign conducted
on 17th February 2020
(Male - 12, Female - 19; Total 31 participants)
• Health and sanitation awareness campaign conducted
on 15th March 2020
• Project team and locals were instructed to practice
preventive health guidelines to stay safe from CovID-19
infection
7 Crop compensation Provided in coordination with the WUSC, and local authority
Plan Ahead
8 Supervision and Monitoring of
additional activities
The contractor’s activities need to be supervised and monitored to ensure that there is no deterioration of
environment due to post-construction activities described
above in the Table 16.
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3.2.2. Chhap Nahala Dumre Tanahun Water Supply and Sanitation Project
77. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect to the
details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field level
monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP
staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made
aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues during construction works,
such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out
in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and during the end
phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-construction phase of the
project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions.
78. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the project
up to June 2020 are presented in Table 17.
Summary of Progress
Description of works as listed during transferring the
project to Stage II and any other outstanding works
Work completed and progress
during reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
Repairing of Damage/leakage of Distribution Pipeline In progress as per needed 100%
Re-Installation of Float valve at BPT
6 nos of 100mm Float valve
installed (but not working)
100%
Improvement works at Bhukbhuke intake. In progress
Remaining work at Public toilet finishing completed 100%
Placement of identification pillar along pipeline
alignment
In progress 95%
Finishing work at Fire Hydrant One remaining is not required 100%
Overflow Connection to Playground area Completed 100%
HHs Connection /WUSC shall provide due list within 2
weeks
HHs Connection (911Nos.)
Completed according to the list of
WUSC
100%
Table 17 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plan of Dumre Subprojects
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
A. Post-Construction Phase
Bio-Physical Aspects
1. Topography landforms,
and Aesthetic values
The temporary facilities have been
properly decommissioned
√ Coordinated
with local
authority The landscape temporarily used by the
contractor have been reinstated to its
original state or better state
√
The quality of natural surface water
bodies is not degraded by the project
activities
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid
waste from decommissioning.
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
1.
Greenery promotion Greenery promoted in project sites so
as to improve the micro-climatic
condition/s
√
Socio-economic Environment
1. Job opportunity for the
locals
Priority hiring of labor force from
communities in the vicinity of the site
√ O&M training
provided
On-the-Job
training
provided
Capacity building of the locals √
2. Occupational Health and
Safety; community health
and safety
All disinfection chemicals require
proper storage and handling practices:
ii) providing safe storage for chemicals;
iii) ensure that the person is hired, with
knowledge of chlorine use for
disinfection process during operation
iv)Ensure use of PPE while using
chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline
as per WHO
√ Complied
Community
safety has been
considered
with priority
along with OHS
aspects in the
project sites
Ensure any damage to properties and
utilities will be restored or
compensated to pre work conditions
√
3. O&M aspects O&M Manual prepared √ The training
has been
provided and
manual has
been prepared
O&M training provided √
WSP prepared √
B. Major Safeguard Activities
Major Environmental Safeguard Activities Plan ahead
• Water quality tests have been regularly
carried out
• Project team and locals were instructed to
practice preventive health guidelines to stay
safe from CovID-19
• Semi formal public events conducted and
waste bins were provided to the locals, and
awareness activities conducted
The contractor’s activities need to be supervised and
monitored to ensure that there is no deterioration of
environment due to post-construction activities
C. Summary of EMP Implementation14
EMP works Status
Protection works Intake protection works conducted
Occupational Health & Safety PPEs provided, orientations and monitoring carried out
Waste management Awareness activities carried out, and Waste bins provided
Greenery Promotion Completed
WQ Monitoring Carried out
14 Most of the EMP works have been completed and the EMP budget utilized in 97.15%
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3.2.3. Nirmalpokhari Kaski Water Supply and Sanitation Project
79. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect to the
details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field level
monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP
staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made
aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues during construction works,
such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out
in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and during the end
phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-construction phase of the
project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions.
80. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the project
up to June 2020 are presented in Table 18.
Physical Progress up to June 2020
SN
Description of works as listed during transferring the project to Stage II and
any other outstanding works %
Work completed
(%)
i House Connection Work 2% 98%
ii Fencing and access road on progress in Chisapani RVT 1% 99%
iii Supply of Pipe and Fittings continues 2% 98%
iv Remaining New Pipeline work continues 2% 98%
v Installation of Dosing Unit in Treatment Plant - 100%
vii. Operation and maintenance of transmission and distribution line and also
resolve the problem in House connection
- 100%
vii. Distribution Line Updated by addition of Valve chamber in different location
as per instruction
- 100%
vii. Supply and distribution of adequate quantity of potable water to the
required location
- 100%
Table 18: Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Nirmalpokhari Subprojects
S.N. Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
A. Post-Construction Phase
Bio-Physical Aspects
1. Topography
landforms, and
Aesthetic values
The temporary facilities have been properly
decommissioned
√ Coordinated
with local
authority The landscape temporarily used by the
contractor have been reinstated to its original
state or better state
√
The quality of natural surface water bodies is
not degraded by the project activities
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste
from decommissioning.
√
2.
Greenery promotion Greenery promoted in project sites so as to
improve the micro-climatic condition/s
√
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S.N. Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
Socio-economic Environment
1. Job opportunity for
the locals
Priority hiring of labor force from communities
in the vicinity of the site.
√ O&M
training
provided
On-the-Job
training
provided
Capacity building of the locals √
2. Occupational Health
and Safety;
community health
and safety
All disinfection chemicals require proper
storage and handling practices: ii) providing
safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that the
person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine
use for disinfection process during operation
iv)Ensure use of PPE while using chemicals; v)
Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
√ Complied
Community
safety has
been
considered
with priority
along with
OHS aspects
in the project
sites.
Ensure any damage to properties and utilities
will be restored or compensated to pre work
conditions.
√
3. O&M aspects O&M Manual prepared √ The training
has been
provided and
manual has
been
prepared
O&M training provided √
WSP prepared √
B. EMP Implementation in Nirmalpokhari Project
1 Protection/Stabilizati
on works
Completed
2 Greenery Promotion Completed
3 Public awareness/
Information
Dissemination
This has been completed with wide range of activities like hygiene
promotion, and sanitation promotion in the community level and school
level WASH campaigning
C. Major Environmental Safeguards Activities
• Regular water quality monitoring has been carried out
• Project team and locals were instructed to practice preventive health guidelines to stay
safe from CovID-19 infection
• Semi formal public events conducted and waste bins were provided to the locals, and
awareness activities conducted
D Action Forwarded
• The contractor’s activities need to be supervised and monitored to ensure that there is no deterioration of environment due to post-construction activities
• O&M Plan will be prepared for the project
Meeting Interaction
Date of
Meeting
Organization/
Firm/ Person
Agenda Remarks
2020/05/30 WUSC/CSE/IC
G/ Contractor
Regular Progress
Meeting
Minutes of meetings are included in the
monthly progress reports of respective
months
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3.2.4. Tamsariya Nawalparasi Water Supply and Sanitation Project
81. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect to the
details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field level
monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including CSE, EMP
staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were oriented/trained and made
aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding issues during construction works,
such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are set out
in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and during the end
phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-construction phase of the
project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent cleared
area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon completion of
construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least their pre-project
conditions.
82. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the project
up to June 2020 are presented in Table 19.
Physical Progress up to June 2020
SN Description of works as listed during transferring the
project to Stage II and any other outstanding works %
Work completed
and progress
Work
completed
(%)
i Remaining HHs connection (553 nos.) 100.00 On progress 55%
ii Repairing of Damage/Breakage/Leakage of Pipe Line 100.00 On progress 80%
iii Supply of remaining (a few) Lab. Equipment's /Tools
& Plants
100.00 On progress 75%
iv Supply and installation of Ladder from the top of
OHTs to inside of the tank including the gates at the
beginning point of all the staircases.
100.00 On progress 95%
v Remaining part of compound wall work at
Basantapur and Simreni sites (Site development
/Protection work).
100.00 On Progress 80%
vi Barbed wire fencing work at Public Toilet.
and Sludge Drying Bed.
100.00 On Progress 95%
vii Remaining part of EMP works and rectification on
painting works
100.00 On Progress 10%
viii Supply and installation of GSM based remote
operating system
100.00 Completed 100%
ix Any other works as per the mutual understanding 100.00 On Progress 70%
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Table 19 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Tamsariya Project
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
A. Post-Construction Phase
Bio-Physical Aspects
1. Topography landforms,
and Aesthetic values
The temporary facilities have been
properly decommissioned
√ Coordinated
with local
authority The landscape temporarily used by
the contractor have been reinstated
to its original state or better state
√
The quality of natural surface water
bodies is not degraded by the project
activities
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid
waste from decommissioning.
√
1.
Greenery promotion Greenery promoted in project sites
so as to improve the micro-climatic
condition/s
√
Socio-economic Environment
1. Job opportunity for the
locals
Priority hiring of labor force from
communities in the vicinity of the
site.
√ O&M training
provided
On-the-Job
training
provided Capacity building of the locals √
2. Occupational Health and
Safety; community health
and safety
All disinfection chemicals require
proper storage and handling
practices: ii) providing safe storage
for chemicals; iii) ensure that the
person is hired, with knowledge of
chlorine use for disinfection process
during operation iv)Ensure use of
PPE while using chemicals; v) Use of
chlorine guideline as per WHO
√ Complied
Community
safety has
been
considered
with priority
along with
OHS aspects in
the project
sites.
Ensure any damage to properties and
utilities will be restored or
compensated to pre work conditions.
√
3. O&M aspects O&M Manual prepared √ Training has
been provided
and manual has
been prepared
O&M training provided √
WSP prepared √
B. Major Safeguard Activities Actions Way Forward
• Environmental awareness and sanitation campaign is carried out in the
project area in coordination with the local stakeholders, primarily WUSC
• Protection work at Girbari khola for the safety was carried out at OHT at
Chulesi site
• Segregation bins placed for managing solid waste (3 sets with Green and
Red bins sets)
• Project team and locals were instructed to practice preventive health
guidelines to stay safe from CovID-19 infection
• Regular water quality monitoring has been carried out
The contractor’s activities need to be
supervised and
monitored to ensure
that there is no
deterioration of
environment due to
post-construction
activities
O&M Plan will be
prepared for the
project.
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Summary of Environmental EMP Implementation in Tamsariya Project
SN EMP works Status
1 Stabilization/protection works Retaining wall at Basantapur site has been completed
2 Greenery Promotion 500 saplings of Neem are planted including some Mango and
Dhupi plants
3 WQ Monitoring In progress
4 AQ Monitoring/Noise levels This has been completed
5 Public awareness/Information Hoarding boards, message boards/sign boards, 3 sets of
dustbins placed at market places
6 Social safeguards Combined events with GESI activities
Summary of Meeting and Interaction
Date of
Meeting
Organization/
Firm/ Person
Agenda Decision (in brief) Remarks
9
Chaitra,
2076
WUSC and
DSMC
Re-evaluation of
Water Tariff after
collecting the list of
new water users.
Request to TDF for the
Reevaluation of water tariff
including the list of additional
members of water user's
committee.
Minutes of
meetings are
included in the
monthly
progress
reports of
respective
months
9
Chaitra,
2076
WUSC and DSMC Request to
Contractor for the
repair of third party
damaged Pipe line
including Household
connections.
WUSC will pay the cost of
repairment after obtaining the
evaluation of such works by a
sub-committee consisting of
the technical representatives of
DSMC, Contractor and WUSC.
9
Chaitra,
2076
WUSC and DSMC Software
installation for
maintaining the
financial records
properly.
Whole sole authority was
delegated to the WUSC
Chairperson for the installation
of such software as per the
prevailing financial rules and
regulations of GON.
10 June,
2020
WUSC and WUSC
Staffs.
Start of collecting
the Water Tariff @
Rs. 150.00 per
month.
Agreed to collect the water
Tariff effective from 1st
Ashadh-2077 @ Rs. 150.00 per
household per month.
10 June,
2020
WUSC and WUSC
Staffs.
To install the
Software for the
effective running of
the project works.
Agreed to procure the Software
on the leadership of WUSC
chair person.
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3.2.5. Chandrauta Kapilvastu Water Supply and Sanitation Project
83. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect
to the details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field
level monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including
CSE, EMP staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding
issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are
set out in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and
during the end phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-
construction phase of the project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent
cleared area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon
completion of construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least
their pre-project conditions.
84. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the
project up to June 2020 are presented in Table 20.
Progress Summary
SN
Description of works as listed during
transferring the project to Stage II and any
other outstanding works
% Work completed and progress
during reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
i HHs Connection 100 1463 nos. of name list provided by
WUSC, out of 1500 and 1312 nos.
connection is done.
88.51%
ii Supply of Lab Equipment/ breakage 100 None 100%
iii Water Level Measuring Rod 100 None 0
iv Repairing of Road Crossing 100 Repaired 100%
Table 20 : Detailed Compliance Status of EMP and Monitoring of Chandrauta Subprojects
S.N
.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
Post-Construction Phase
1. Topography landforms,
geology and soils and/or
river morphology and
hydrology
The decommissioning is carried out
maintaining the natural landscape
√
Any possible land reclamation is well carried
out under coordination with the
locals/WUSC
√
2. Environmental Pollution Regular monitoring of drinking water sources √ Settling
units are
placed to
trap
effluents
from water
treatment
units
Regular
monitoring
of sites is
being
carried out
Ensure no discharge of waste water or
effluents from WTP units directly into land or
water bodies
√
Standard DGs with low emissions are used √
Fuel quality is assured of standard quality
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste or
any residue.
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby
settlement area and construction sites
Warning signs placed in construction sites to
prohibit action causing pollution
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S.N
.
Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
3. Community health and
safety
Safety signs and messages are placed to
aware people on safety aspects, and
possibility of pollution of water sources
√ Signboards
have been
placed with
messages on
safety, total
sanitation and
environmental
awareness
Unauthorized entry of people, especially
children, into the WSSP sites is regulated
√
4. Mishandling of chlorine All disinfection chemicals require proper
storage and handling practices: ii) providing
safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that
the person is hired, with knowledge of
chlorine use for disinfection process during
operation iv)Ensure use of PPE while using
chemicals; v) Chlorine Use Guideline
NA Being
complied
Summary of Environmental Status Monitoring in Chandrauta Project
SN Activities Progress Remarks
1 Protection works
Mixed Gravel laying on the Sub-base road
at New OHT and Existing OHT
Completed
Brick Work at New OHT Site Completed
2 Greenery Management
Plantation and greenery
promotion
Plantation of Endogenous tree, Teak wood,
around the boundary wall at New OHT
Ornamental, Seasonal Flower planted at
New OHT
To be
completed in
next quarter
3 Campsite/workforce management
(a) Records or workers and
Gender rights
Records of workers has been maintained
Women employment has been encouraged
(b) Child labour Totally prohibited and monitored regularly
(c) Provisions in campsite
(drinking water, electricity, toilets,
etc)
Provisions of water and sanitation
maintained in campsites
First aid kits made available at all campsites
and all work-fronts
(d) Proper sign boards, notice
boards
Construction sites are bounded by fencing
and flex banners are placed at all active
working site to restrict entry of children,
older, disabled and other unauthorized
movement.
Community safety has been considered
with priority along with OHS aspects in the
project sites.
4 Occupational Health and Safety
(a) Records of accidents Minor cuts and wounds treated with first
aid kits and medical services from local
private clinics
(b) Use of PPEs (helmets, masks,
gloves, boots, goggles, etc.)
Helmets, boots, safety jackets and gloves
available at each ongoing sites.
(c) Medical insurance Yes
(d) First Aid facility Available at most of the active sites
5 Environmental Grievance Records
(if any)
(a) Records of grievances None in this quarter
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(b) Support provided
6 Environmental monitoring
(a) Noise levels
(associated with operation of
heavy equipment's and vehicles)
Method: Use of mobile-app
Regular noise level monitoring is conducted
in active project sites
(b) Air quality levels
Not planned
by the field
team
7 Awareness, capacity building
Regular on-site visits to aware the
workforce on safety, environmental
sensitivities, and social harmony
SWM campaigns conducted
Hand Washing promoted
School WASH campaign has been supported
by the project
Major Environmental Safeguards Activities and Plan ahead
• Awareness and orientation works are being carried out
• OHS and community health & safety is being monitored
• Project team and locals were instructed to practice preventive health guidelines to stay safe from
CovID-19 infection
• Water quality tests are being carried out
• Water quality test/monitoring works carried out continuously
Plan Ahead
• The contractor’s activities need to be supervised and monitored to ensure that there is no deterioration of environment due to post-construction activities
• O&M Plan will be prepared for the project
EMP Compliance with Operation and Maintenance Activity
SN EMP works Status Remarks
1 Stabilization works
Stabilization works have been carried
out in the OHT sites (new OHT and
existing OHT)
2 Rehabilitation and reinstatement
works
Brick work at new OHT site has been
completed
3 Greenery Promotion Completed
4 WQ Monitoring This has been partially completed, and is
ongoing
5 AQ Monitoring/Noise levels
This has not been completed This sum could
be utilized in
other activities
as per demand of
the WUSC
6 Public awareness/Information
Completed with wide range of activities
like hygiene promotion, and sanitation
promotion in the community level along
with SWM campaigning
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3.2.6. Rukum Musikot Water Supply and Sanitation Project
85. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect
to the details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field
level monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including
CSE, EMP staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding
issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are
set out in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and
during the end phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-
construction phase of the project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent
cleared area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon
completion of construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least
their pre-project conditions.
86. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the
project up to June 2020 are presented in Table 21.
Progress during reporting month
Description of works as listed during transferring the project to
Stage II and any other outstanding works
Work completed and
progress during
reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
i Connection of Water meters-22 nos remained out of 1057 no 1057 Completed 98%
ii Environment Mitigation works at Office Building Compound Work on Progress
iii Finishing works of SSF-II, RVT-3 compound area and Public
Toilet at Serigaon.
100%
iv Construction of anchor blocks at various sites of Transmission
and Distribution line
100%
v Miscellaneous works ( Water level Indicator, PCC work for
pipeline)
Work on Progress
Table 21 : Detailed Compliance Status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of Rukum Subprojects
S.N
.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
Post-Construction Phase
1. Topography
landforms, geology
and soils and/or
river morphology
and hydrology
The decommissioning is carried out maintaining
the natural landscape
√
Any possible land reclamation is well carried out
under coordination with the locals/WUSC
√
2. Environmental
Pollution
Regular monitoring of drinking water sources √ Settling units
are placed to
trap effluents
from water
treatment
units
Regular
monitoring of
sites is being
carried out
Ensure no discharge of waste water or effluents
from WTP units directly into land or water bodies
√
Standard DGs with low emissions are used √
Fuel quality is assured of standard quality
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste or any
residue.
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby
settlement area and construction sites
Warning signs placed in construction sites to
prohibit action causing pollution
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S.N
.
Major
Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status Remarks
Yes No
3. Community health
and safety
Safety signs and messages are placed to aware
people on safety aspects, and possibility of
pollution of water sources
√ Signboard's have
been placed with
messages on
safety, total
sanitation and
environmental
awareness
Unauthorized entry of people, especially children,
into the WSSP sites is regulated
√
4. Mishandling of
chlorine
All disinfection chemicals require proper storage
and handling practices: ii) providing safe storage
for chemicals; iii) ensure that the person is hired,
with knowledge of chlorine use for disinfection
process during operation iv)Ensure use of PPE
while using chemicals; v) Chlorine Use Guideline
NA
for
no
w
Being complied
EMP Compliance with Operation and Maintenance Activity
S N Performance Target
Activity carried
during reporting
months (Yes/ No)
i Quantity of treated water as set in the Performance Target meeting Nepal
National Drinking Water Quality Standard (NDWQS), 2005 is being delivered?
Yes
ii Frequency of water quality monitoring (as per Table 1, frequency of monitoring
for urban water supply system, NDWQS) is being met?
Yes
iii Residual pressure of water at ground level should be at least 5m positive head in
90% of the cases of at least 10 different domestic meter points of the distribution
network randomly chosen for verification. The pressure will be measured twice a
week by Contractor in the presence of Employer’s/WUSC’s representative/s. Is the above activity carried out by the Contractor?
Yes
iv Is residual chlorine 0.1 mg/l minimum maintained? Yes
v Are pumps, motors and generators run on the basis of the characteristic curves
submitted by the Contractor along with the offer and the actual duty conditions
for the month?
vi Take at least 2 samples each of raw water and treated water every day in the
presence of employer/co-employer or their designated representatives
Yes
analyse them and report any deviation from Nepal standards and send weekly
water quality test reports (with summary of daily reports) to employer.
Are the above activities being done?
vii The Contractor shall train WUSC’s technical staff run the whole system during whole O & M period as ON-THEJOB TRAINING (OJT).
Does the Contractor carry above activity during the reporting month?
No
viii Does Contractor maintain Logbooks for operation and maintenance of all the
equipment and services in a mutually agreed format?
Yes
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3.2.7. Babiyachaur Surkhet Water Supply and Sanitation Project
87. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect
to the details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field
level monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including
CSE, EMP staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding
issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are
set out in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and
during the end phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-
construction phase of the project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent
cleared area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon
completion of construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least
their pre-project conditions.
88. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the
project up to June 2020 are presented in Table 22.
Progress during reporting month
Description of works as listed during transferring the project to Stage II and any other
outstanding works
Work
Completed
(%)
House hold Connections and Water meters- 120 nos (Included in VO-01/ out of 170 no) 100
Office Building 1st Floor Door/window work, Electrical work, Painting, Finishing work etc 100
Permanently Establishment of laboratory in 1st Floor of Office Building 100
700m barbed weir fencing from RVT 200 cum to 100 cum Existing RVT (Requested by
WUSC and Included in VO-1).
100
Installation of control Gate in Sludge drying Bed. 100
Cover the Sedimentation tank at Road side by Transparent Corrugated Sheet 20 m. 100
Finishing works ,Sanitation work in Guard House 100
Minor works at Intake III( Ghattakhola) 100
Table 22 ; Detailed Compliance Status of EMP and Monitoring of Babayachaur Subproject
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
Post-Construction Phase
1. Topography landforms,
geology and soils and/or
river morphology and
hydrology
The decommissioning is carried out maintaining
the natural landscape
√
Any possible land reclamation is well carried
out under coordination with the locals/WUSC
√
2. Environmental Pollution Regular monitoring of drinking water sources √ Settling
units are
placed to
trap
effluents
from water
treatment
units
Regular
monitoring
of sites is
Ensure no discharge of waste water or effluents
from WTP units directly into land or water
bodies
√
Standard DGs with low emissions are used √
Fuel quality is assured of standard quality
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste or
any residue.
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby
settlement area and construction sites
Warning signs placed in construction sites to
prohibit action causing pollution
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
being
carried out
3. Community health and
safety
Safety signs and messages are placed to aware
people on safety aspects, and possibility of
pollution of water sources
√ Signboards
have been
placed with
messages on
safety, total
sanitation
and
environment
al awareness
Unauthorized entry of people, especially
children, into the WSSP sites is regulated
√
4. Mishandling of chlorine All disinfection chemicals require proper
storage and handling practices: ii) providing
safe storage for chemicals; iii) ensure that the
person is hired, with knowledge of chlorine use
for disinfection process during operation
iv)Ensure use of PPE while using chemicals; v)
Chlorine Use Guideline
NA Being
complied
Environmental Monitoring in Babiyachour Project
SN Activities Progress Remarks
1 Water quality testing It is being carried out daily/monthly basis, and
the water quality is potable
3 Campsite/workforce management
Decommissioning of campsites
The campsites have been dismantled, and the
sites have been restored to the original site,
and landscape maintained
Coordinated
with WUSC
Sign boards, notice boards The previously placed message boards, and
messages on environmental awareness and
sanitation aspects are still in-place
Coordinated
with WUSC
4 Occupational Health and Safety
Storage of chlorine This has been safely placed in the guard house
Unauthorized entry has been controlled
Trainings to the operators 2 operators are working since mid-August 2018
They have been trained DSMC team
OHS aspects been made well aware to them
5 Other aspects
Water Safety Plan (WSP) Preliminary WSP training has been conducted
Summary of EMP Implementation in Babiyachaur Project
SN EMP works Status
1 Stabilization/protection works Protection works completed at Intake/existing intake
protection, sedimentation tank sites
2 Rehabilitation and reinstatement
works
Reinstatement of access roads
3 Greenery Promotion Plantation carried out in the intake site, Greenery
promotion conducted in the Water Treatment site as well
4 WQ Monitoring Completed
5 AQ Monitoring/Noise levels Completed
6 Public awareness/Information Hoarding boards, message boards/sign boards, 2 sets of
dustbins placed at market places
7 Crop compensation Provided in coordination with the WUSC, and local
authority
8 Social safeguards completed
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3.2.8. Suda Kanchanpur Water Supply and Sanitation Project
89. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect
to the details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field
level monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including
CSE, EMP staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding
issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are
set out in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and
during the end phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-
construction phase of the project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent
cleared area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon
completion of construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least
their pre-project conditions.
90. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the
project up to June 2020 are presented in Table 23.
Physical Progress up to June 2020
SN Description of works as listed
during transferring the project to
Stage II and any other outstanding
works
% Work completed and progress during
reporting month
Work
completed
(%)
1. Construction work of public toilet
as per specification is completed
100% Handover to municipality
(Betkot)
2
2. Remaining Household
Connection and Earth works
99.47% 1842 completed out of 1895 house hold
list provided by WUSC further
connection work
is still running
99.47%
3. Brass tap and GI stand connection
work
89.70% 1570 HH connection work completed
further connection work is still running
89.70%
4. Sludge drying bed 0% Area not provided by WUSC but we are
in Discussion
0%
5. Environmental
work
mitigation 75% Carpet grass placement work
completed further work as per break
down are still running
75%
Table 23 ; Detailed Compliance Status of EMP and Monitoring of Suda Kanchanpur Subproject
S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
A. Post-Construction Phase
Bio-Physical Aspects
1. Topography
landforms, and
Aesthetic values
The temporary facilities have been
properly decommissioned
√ Coordinated
with local
authority The landscape temporarily used by the
contractor have been reinstated to its
original state or better state
√
The quality of natural surface water
bodies is not degraded by the project
activities
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid
waste from decommissioning.
√
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S.N. Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
1.
Greenery promotion Greenery promoted in project sites so as
to improve the micro-climatic condition/s
√
Socio-economic Environment
1. Job opportunity for
the locals
Priority hiring of labor force from
communities in the vicinity of the site.
√ O&M training
provided
On-the-Job
training
provided
Capacity building of the locals √
2. Occupational Health
and Safety;
community health
and safety
All disinfection chemicals require proper
storage and handling practices: ii)
providing safe storage for chemicals; iii)
ensure that the person is hired, with
knowledge of chlorine use for
disinfection process during operation
iv)Ensure use of PPE while using
chemicals; v) Use of chlorine guideline as
per WHO
√ Complied
Community
safety has been
considered with
priority along
with OHS
aspects in the
project sites.
Ensure any damage to properties and
utilities will be restored or compensated
to pre work conditions.
√
3. O&M aspects O&M Manual prepared √ The training has
been provided
and manual has
been prepared
O&M training provided √
WSP prepared √
Major Environmental Safeguard Activities and Action Way Forward
• Awareness and orientation works are being carried out
• Monitoring of worksite safety is being carried out regularly
• Project team and locals were instructed to practice preventive health guidelines to stay safe from
CovID-19 infection
• Water quality test/monitoring works carried out continuously
Action Way Forward
• The contractor’s activities need to be supervised and monitored to ensure that there is no
deterioration of environment due to post-construction activities
• O&M Plan will be prepared for the project.
EMP Implementation
Environmental mitigation and protection works implemented up to the reporting months as presented
below:
SN EMP works Status
1 Stabilization/protection works Protection works have been completed
2 Rehabilitation and reinstatement
works
Civil works carried out
3 Greenery Promotion Completed
4 WQ Monitoring This has been partially completed, and is ongoing
5 AQ Monitoring/Noise levels This has been completed
6 Public awareness/Information Hoarding boards, message boards/sign boards placed
7 Crop compensation Provided in coordination with the WUSC, and local
authority
8 Social safeguards This is under progress
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3.2.9. Amargadi Dadeldhura Water Supply and Sanitation Project
91. The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plans have been implemented with respect
to the details defined in the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Report of the project. Field
level monitoring have been conducted with the involvements of field team of the DSC (including
CSE, EMP staff) and Environmental Specialist. The contractor and workers were
oriented/trained and made aware of their responsibility towards Environmental Safeguarding
issues during construction works, such as:
• Adhering to the relevant adverse environmental impacts mitigation measures that are
set out in the EMP during carrying out construction activities of the sub-project – and
during the end phase of the construction phase which is followed by the post-
construction phase of the project; and
• Assessing the conditions of surrounding environmental conditions, status of adjacent
cleared area and other infrastructure, prior to construction commencement and upon
completion of construction and thereby fully reinstating the environment to at least
their pre-project conditions.
92. The progress summary and detailed compliance status with EMP and Monitoring Plans of the
project up to June 2020 are presented in Table 24.
Physical Progress up to June 2020
Description of works as listed during transferring the
project to Stage II and any other
outstanding works
%
Work completed and
progress
Work completed
(%)
143 Nos Household Connections (Included in upcoming
VO-02/ Out of 1500 Nos.
100% 9 Nos of house connected
at this month.
6.29%
Boundary(chain link) Works: Office Building and
Reservoir Tank Area, Sedimentation Tank and Brick
Mosaic Tile laying in Office Building Terrace
100% None this month 0%
Permanently Establishment of Laboratory in Office
Building.
100% Completely Establish
Laboratory.
100%
Finishing Works ,Door and Window
Installation, Sanitation Work in Guard House
100% Sanitation Work
Completed
4.25%
Air Valve and Washouts Valve , Chamber, in Lamasinge
(2 AV) ,Matare (1 WO) And Anarbe Site (3 WO) and
Thrust Block Works in Transmission Line
100% None this month 0%
8 Nos. of Fire Hydrant Installation
100% 1 one of fire hydrant
installation completed.
12.5%
Barbed Fencing Work and Painting in Public Toilet 100% Painting work completed 99%
Black Top Work in Road Crossing 0% None this month 0%
Table 24 : Detailed Compliance with EMP and Monitoring of Amargadi Subproject
SN Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
A. Pre-Construction Phase
1. Consents, permits,
clearances, no
objection certificate
(NOC), etc.
Obtain all of the necessary consents, permits, clearance
etc.
√
Include in detailed design drawings and documents all
conditions and provisions if necessary
√
2. Existing Utilities
(Spoil Disposal)
Collection & dumping of spoil materials at spoil disposal
sites
√
Benching of ground slope √
Maintenance of Slope √
Construction of Toe Wall ×
Construction of drainage √
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SN Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
Bioengineering works ×
3. Drinking Water Water Quality Test
(Deep Tube well & Shallow well)
√
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Establishment of a test pit and regular water quality
monitoring
√
4. Sanitation (Toilets and
septage disposal)
Establishment of Toilets at least 30 m downstream of the
drinking water source.
√
Separate Toilets for male and female √
Sealed Septic tanks (water tight) √
Location of disposal pits at least 300 m away from the
nearest residence
√
Proper septage management √
5. Construction work
camps, stockpile areas,
storage areas, and
disposal areas
Construction camp sites (Standard) √
Stockpiling Area
( Environmental friendly)
√
Disposal Areas ( managed ) √
Storage Area (stockpiling material cover ) √
6. Waste Generation Differentiate of Solid wastes into Organic & Inorganic Solid
Wastes
√
Recycle of Solid wastes ×
Disposal of solid waste ( Mechanism) ×
7. Source of materials Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates) from approved
quarry sites
√
Source materials ( sand, gravel, aggregates from approved
crusher sites
√
B. Construction Phase
a. Physical Environment
1. Topography landforms,
geology and soils
and/or river
morphology and
hydrology
Coordinate with MoPE, DCC, and local authorities
regarding restrictions in quarrying from rivers
√
Quarry Sites Approved from GoN
Crusher Sites Approved from GoN
√
Consultation with district development committee on
designated disposal areas for spoil disposal
√
Prevention of entering of waste water into streams,
watercourses, or irrigation system
√
Ensure storm water flow to divert (shall not lead to
inundation and other nuisances in low lying areas )
√
Conduct All earthworks related works during dry season √
Monitor water quality according to EMP √
2. Air Quality Arrest dust through frequent water spray √
Require trucks delivering aggregates and cement to have
tarpaulin cover
√
Limit speed of construction vehicles in access roads and
worksites to maximum of 30 kph.
√
Use of vehicles complying with NVMES, 2069 enforcement
and green sticker standards and
√
Prohibition of open burning of solid waste. √
3. Noise Pollution Construct speed bumps at settlement areas × Placed sign
boards with
instruction
of no horn
in sensitive
places
Avoid use of pressure horn in the nearby settlement area
and construction sites
√
Erect no horn signs in settlement areas, health post,
schools and other public areas
√
Work during day time rather than right time √
Warning signs in construction sites √
Maintain sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels √
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SN Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
4
.
Removal of Aesthetics
values
Preparation of debris disposal plan. √
Removal of all construction and demolition wastes on a
daily basis.
√
Coordination with district development office for
beneficial uses for excess excavated soils or immediately
disposes to designated areas.
√
All vehicles delivering fine materials to the site and
carrying debris for disposal shall be covered to avoid
spillage.
√
b. Biological Environment
1.
Biodiversity Damage to forest (Tree Cutting ) ×
Disturbance to wild life ×
Disturbance to Aquatic life ×
Disturbance to Birds ×
c. Socio-economic Environment
1. Local people hiring &
Local Market
development
Priority hiring of labor force from communities in the
vicinity of the site.
√
Purchasing of construction materials from local market. √
2. Community welfare Consult with local community/district development
committee/local administration to inform about the
nature, duration, likely effects of the construction work.
√
Existing infrastructure (such as water distribution pipes,
electricity pylons, etc.) shall be relocated before
construction starts at the sub project sites.
√
Prior permission shall be obtained from respective local
authority for use of water for construction. Use of water
for construction works shall not disturb local water users.
√
Ensure any damage to properties and utilities will be
restored or compensated to pre work conditions.
NA
3. Community health and
safety
& Occupational Health
and Safety
Consult with district development committee on the
designated areas for stockpiling of soils, gravel, and other
construction materials.
√
Signboards
have been
placed with
messages/c
ode of
conduct to
be followed
by the
workforce
PPEs were
provided
and
monitoring
was
focused at
Matare
WTP sites
and Anarbe
WTP sites
Construction of temporary latrines for workers with proper
pit to avoid contamination of water sources.
√
Workers need to be made aware of the following general
rules:
• no alcohol/drugs on site;
• prevent excessive noise;
• no fires permitted on site expect if needed for the
construction works
Encroaching/violating on private/commercial properties
adjoining the site is forbidden
Other than pre-approved security staff, no workers shall be
permitted to live on the construction site.
√
The contractor shall immediately take the necessary
remedial action on any complaint/grievance received by
him and forward the details of the grievance along with
the action taken to the PIU within 48 hours of receipt of
such complaint/grievance.
√
Workers are provided with personal protective equipment
(reflectors /cloths; footwear, gloves, goggles and masks)
√
Availability of first aid
( Medical insurance coverage for workers)
√
Hygienic manner in work camps. √
Ensure
- uncontaminated water for drinking, cooking and
washing,
√
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SN Major Environmental
Impacts
Proposed Mitigation Measures Status
Remarks Yes No
- clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to
hazardous or noxious substances;
Sanitation facilities are available at all times.
Provide H&S orientation training to all new workers. √
Mark and provide sign boards in chemical storage areas,
material storage areas & waste disposal areas.
√
Disallow worker exposure to noise level greater than 85
dBA for duration of more than 8 hours per day without
hearing protection. The use of hearing protection shall be
enforced actively.
√
d. Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Characteristics
1. Physical and cultural
heritage
Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if any
finds are suspected.
NA
e. Chemical Environment
1. Mishandling of chlorine All disinfection chemicals require proper storage and
handling practices: ii) providing safe storage for chemicals;
iii) ensure that the person is hired, with knowledge of
chlorine use for disinfection process during operation
iv)Ensure use of PPE while using chemicals; v) Use of
chlorine guideline as per WHO
√
F. Status of EMP Implementation
S
N EMP works
Status
1 Stabilization/protection works All works have been completed. Gabion wall protection
placed against landslide at WUSC office building site.
2 Rehabilitation and reinstatement works Not yet utilized
3 Greenery Promotion The plantation works have been started; around 15%
completed
4 WQ Monitoring It is yet to be conducted
5 AQ Monitoring/Noise levels Completed
6 Public awareness/Information Hoarding boards, message boards/sign boards, 2 sets of
dustbins placed at public places in Amargadhi
7 Compensation of crops Not yet utilized
8 Social safeguards Under preparation
The DSMC team will coordinate and facilitate for process of WSP and preparation of Operation &
Maintenance Manual for the sub-project. Required trainings will also be provided for the WUSC members
and concerned locals.
Major Environmental Concerns, their Remedial Actions, and Plan Ahead
• Revetment wall for slope stability and protection in the WUSC building site has been completed
• Interaction with the labors of office building protection wall site was conducted regarding the social
and the use of PPEs.
• Interaction with the local people at Buspark area and discuss about the social and environmental
issues they have faced during the construction phase of the project.
• Active site of WTP sites, Office building protection wall construction site, khatal khola area and PE
pipe laying sites were regularly monitored during this period.
• In average around 10 skilled workers, 25 unskilled workers and 40 mules were used each month in
the construction sites till April 2020.
• Fencing works completed in WTP sites
• Occupational Health and Safety aspects were given priority. Personal Protective Equipment's (PPEs)
were provided by contractor to the labourers. Regular monitoring carried out to encourage the use
of PPEs. It was observed that around 80% of the workers used the PPEs provided to them.
• Local people have been employed and no child labour was employed.
• Code of Conduct implemented for the workers at the campsites and work-fronts.
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• Project team and locals were instructed to practice preventive health guidelines to stay safe from
CovID-19 infection. A formal meeting on this was held on 18th May 2020.
• Overall no major conflict with the community has been observed. A cordial relation has been
maintained with the local community.
Additional Actions Planned
• Continuation of more of awareness programs will be conducted in the communities
• High caution regarding practicing of preventive health measures will be taken during O&M phase as
well so as to avoid any viral infections, specially under the context of present CovID-19 disease
• A joint monitoring for ensuring that the project works are complete, and monitoring of any
safeguards concerns have been planned for next quarter
Meeting and Interaction
Date of
Meeting
Organization/ Firm/
Person
Agenda Decision (in brief) Remarks
12-May-
2020
WUSC committee,
Consultant and
contractor
• First phase
completion
meeting.
• Vo-2.
• Recommendation second
phase.
• Recommendation vo-2.
Minutes of
meetings are
included in the
monthly
progress reports
of
respective
months
2020-06-
09
PMO Representative,
RPMO, consultant
Team, Contractor
Team, WUSC Team,
TDF Team
Stage transfer
for Stage 1st
to stage 2nd
All the parties agree under taken
the stage ii, O&M
responsibilities as per contract
document, and recommend the
same to PMO/
RPMO /DSMC.
2020 -05-
12
WUSC, Consultant and
Contractor
Transfer to
Stage 2nd
Recommend to RPMO for
Transferring project to second
stage
Grievance Redress Mechanism
Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) formation date: August 13, 2017
Composition of GRC
I I. Chairperson : Bisweswar Prasad Ojha (Chief of Amargadhi Municipality)
II. Secretary : Rabindra K. C. (President, WUSC)
III. Member : Preeti Ojha (RPMO)
IV. Member : Madhav Prasad Joshi (BDA-PEAJV)
V. Member : Hira Bhandari (Kalika Construction Company)
VI. Member : Ramesh Prasad Joshi (coordinator, public society)
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4. MONITORING OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS ON PROJECTS SURROUNDINGS
93. Monitoring of environmental impacts and mitigation measures has been carried out concerning the
magnitude, extent, and duration of the impacts and effectiveness of implemented mitigation
measures. Comprehensive environmental monitoring parameters includes ambient air quality
monitoring, water quality & noise monitoring of operating machinery, campsite drinking water
facility, waste disposal and discharge management, health and safety issue, conservation of physical
cultural resources, consultation and community participation under the supervision of the
consultant’s Environmental Specialist. Environmental monitors of respective towns of Bidur,
Amargadi and Lalbandi town sub-project are monitoring EMPs. The detailed EMP15 compliance and
monitoring of environmental impacts are presented below:
4.1. Training, Orientation and Community Awareness
94. Environmental Monitors are working in their respective town project for monitoring of EMPs. OBA
and Awareness & Skill-development trainings organized in all implemented towns. Orientation on
WASH program organized in different town projects. Similarly, Social Mobilizers are working in Bidur
and Lalbandi town sub-project. Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) and OBA training has been
organized in all implemented towns namely Charali_Jhapa, Mahendranagar_Sunsari, Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya, Sakhuwa-Mahendranagar, Birendranagar, Bidur, Lalbandi, Katari and Katahariya.
Livelihood Enhancement Orientation Program has been organized in Charali_Jhapa,
Mahendranagar_Sunsari, Ramnagar-Mirchaiya, Katari, Lalbandi, Shakhuwa-Mahendranagar, Bidur
and Birendranagar. Similarly, School WASH programs are also campaigned at Bidur_Nuwakot,
Birendranagar_Chitwan, Katahariya_Rautahat, Sakhuwa-Mahendranagar_Dhanusha, Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya_Siraha and Katari_Udaypur town sub-project and continued in other towns. The
Orientation workshop for contractors/ laborers, Project orientation seminar in each town in the first
year of implementation for community members with participation of affected persons has
organized in every town of WRDSMC. Similarly, Total 61 participants were involved in Health and
sanitation awareness campaign conducted at Abukhaireni and Consultation meeting held at
Amargadi, Suda and Tamsariya project sites of Western Region. Further continuation of proposed
awareness and training programmes from April to June 2020 like skill training to the OBA
beneficiaries are cancelled due to covid-19 pandemic. The details of awareness and training
programs conducted in subprojects in the first quarter of the reporting period are presented below:
Orientation Programs: Orientation was conducted to all contractors including laborers on labor standards,
gender equality in wages, safety, and hygiene in work sit of 9 subprojects of ERDSMC encompassing 72
participants (Table 25).
Table 25 : Orientation Programs conducted in ERDSMC
SN Name of Town Project District Total Participants by Sex Total
Male Female
1 Charali Jhapa 7 1 8
2 Bidur Nuwakot 5 2 7
3 Katahariya Rautahat 5 2 7
4 Mahendranagar Sunsari 6 2 8
5 Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Siraha 6 1 7
6 Mahendranagar-Sakhuwa Dhanusha 5 1 6
7 Katari Udayapur 7 2 9
8 Lalbandhi Sarlahi 11 1 12
9 Birendranagar Chitwan 6 2 8
Total 58 14 72
Source: QPR ERDSMC June 2020
15 Mitigation measures, monitoring programs, cost estimates, budgets, and institutional arrangements for implementation are the key
elements of EMPs.
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Training Programs: Training Programme on Leadership and Utility Management was conducted
participating 24 women executives of WUSCs in 6 Town projects of ERDSMC (Table 26).
Table 26 : Training Programme on Leadership and Utility Management
SN Name of Town Project Total
1 Charali Jhapa 2
4 Ram Nagar Mirchaiya Siraha 3
5 Bidur Nuwakot 4
6 Lalbandi Sarlahi 7
7 Birendranagar Chitwan 2
8 Katari Udaypur 6
Total Eastern Region 24
Source: QPR ERDSMC June 2020
School Wash Program: School Wash Program with 3 events in each 3 schools of 9 projects was conducted
in ERDSMC involving 1061 Participants (531 boys and 530 girls) Table 27.
Table 27 : School Wash Program conducted in ERDSMC Projects
SN Name of Town Project District Participants Number of Events
conducted and no.
of Schools Boy Girl Total
1 Charali Jhapa 53 63 116 3 events in 3 Schools
2 Mahendranagar Sunsari 49 64 113 3 events in 3 Schools
3 Sakhuwa Mahendranagar Danusha 70 54 124 3 events in 3 Schools
4 Ram Nagar Mirchaiya Siraha 60 59 119 3 events in 3 Schools
5 Bidur Nuwakot 45 60 105 3 events in 3 Schools
6 Lalbandi Sarlahi 65 55 120 3 events in 3 Schools
7 Birendranagar Chitwan 45 60 105 3 events in 3 Schools
8 Katari Udaypur 77 57 134 3 events in 3 Schools
9 Katahariya Rautahat 67 58 125 3 events in 3 Schools
Total 531 530 1061
Source: QPR ERDSMC June 2020
4.2. Pollution Prevention and Abatement
95. During the design, construction, and operation stages of the Town projects, implementation of EMP
activities have focused pollution prevention and control technologies and practices as per approved
IEE16 and guidelines in practice17. The nature of the Town projects activities has not experienced
severity by air pollution however, contractors aware to avoid, or where avoidance is impossible,
minimizing or control the intensity or load of pollutant emission especially dust pollution. Most of
the cases established provision of onsite mitigation with use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
(e.g. ear protection gears, masks, goggles etc.). The following activities are placed for pollution
prevention and abatement during the monitoring period.
4.2.1. Ambient Air Quality
96. Ambient air quality at the direct impact area of the town projects observed through visual siting and
interviewed with the project workers and contractors. The construction sites and construction
material and pipe laying area and work transported areas were focused more to experience the air
quality impact. As the instrumental monitoring as per Nepal’s Standard18 was not used to check the
ambient air quality during reporting period as per nature of the project activity and most of the cases
16 Safeguard Policy Statement, 2009 of ADB also suggest the appropriate practical & site specific mitigation and enhancement measures
to address the environmental impact of the proposal and the sub project falls ADB’s SPS Category B projects. 17 World Bank Group, 2007. Environmental, Health, and Safety General Guidelines. Washington, DC. 18 Nepal’s Ambient Air Quality Standard, 2003 (μg/m3)
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observed level of dust pollution has used water sprinkling. Dust during pipe laying work was
relatively higher which was mitigated by sprinkling water and prompt refilling of the excavated soils.
Mandatory use of air mask and regular sprinkling of water during construction in the dusty
environment was suggested to the workers. To minimize such possible impacts, aware contractor to
follow mitigation measures i.e. wearing masks as mitigation measures proposed in contract
documents and update EMPs. Moreover, aware to contractor and the local communities, applied
the following mitigation measures:
• Wearing masks while working in dusty sites;
• Regular sprinkling of water to reduce dust pollution at the severe project sites;
• Controlled vehicular movement and safe transportation during upload/unload construction
materials;
• Regular maintenance of vehicles/equipment’s and use of good quality fuel; • Awareness regarding construction activities, and use of masks to the schoolchildren, teachers and
communities.
4.2.2. Water Quality
97. The field level monitoring team has made regular visits and observations to identify possible risk of
drinking water in project impacts area. As reported by the field level monitoring team no risk or
impact on human health found in the project area especially work sites, campsites and adjacent to
construction sites. The contractor has provided the drinking water in the camps, which is from the
drinking water supply taps. There are no records of diseases found in workers due to consumption
of existing tap water. In addition, the wastewater generated from the camp has not been discharged
into the stream but has been discharged into a soak-pit. Wastewater generated from camp toilet
collected in the soak pit. Instructed workers of each camps regarding safe health and sanitation
practices and requirements. On the other hand, the contractor has been instructed to conduct
regular water quality monitoring of the water sources. Monitor considering the transmission
sections of distribution pipeline, which cross water bodies, exposing them to risks of pollution i.e.
poorly managed construction sediments, and waste materials; and poor sanitation practices of
construction workers, mitigation measures stipulated in EMPs. All projects has delivered quantity
of treated water as set in the Performance Target meeting Nepal, National Drinking Water Quality
Standard (NDWQS)19, 2005 (Pic. 1).
Regular Water Quality Test Kathariya Rautahat
Lab Establishment at Amargadi Dadeldhura
Pic. 1 : Water Quality Monitoring at the Site
4.2.3. Noise Level
98. The major source of the noise pollution experienced in the selected Town projects are material
transportation vehicles and operating of generators. Noise in the construction areas was
experienced insignificant except minimal noise disturbance due to generator operation. Established
campsites away from the residential areas/urban vicinities. The noise intensity during reporting period
was not tested. The contractor has strictly instructed to keep their excavators, vehicles, generators
and other machinery in good condition & they have shown compliance in this context. The
19 To ensure that the quality of the delivered water is safe the concerned parties must use and abide by the provisions of the NDWQS, Government of
Nepal has prepared National Drinking Water Quality Standards for implementation of Guidelines for National Drinking Water Quality Standard, 2062.
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contractor workforce has also been instructed to use personal protective equipment (PPE) like
earplugs at noise generating sites to abolish the effects from noise. Use of heavy equipment’s is
restricted before 6 am in the morning and after 7 pm in the evening. No grievance recorded from
the workforce and communities in the project areas regarding noise generation during execution of
construction activities. As reported field level monitoring team, mobile applications have been used
to record the indicative noise levels in the project area in regular frequencies.
4.3. Solid Waste Management
99. Aware workers occupational health and sanitation, environmental hazards due to solid waste. Most
of the solid wastes generated in the campsite found collected in pits and bins. Littering of waste
found some sites of the project and workforce and contractors were instructed regarding the
ways of managing solid wastes avoiding burning of waste. In Aabukheireni and Tamsariya Town
Water Supply and Sanitation Project has placed dustbins for degradable and non-degradable wastes
at the project site (Pic. 2 & 3).
Pic. 2 : Placing Waste Segregation Beans at
Tamsariya
Pic. 3 : Waste Bin Placed at Abhukhereni
TWSSP
4.4. Occupational Health & Safety; and Community Health & Safety
100. Occupational health and safety measures are instructed to be implemented as per EMP. The workers
partially provided safety gears like helmet, facemasks, goggles etc. in all town projects. Level of
knowledge of using safety gear in workers found very low due to ignorance. Primary first aids kits
has provided by the contractor at campsites; contractor’s offices and at the work fronts as well (Pic.
4). The contractor has been regularly instructed to make the first aid boxes available at sites
accessible to the workforce. Similarly, monitoring
on health and safety issues to the local communities
has not observed any risk due to implementation of
project activities. Among priority works to prepare
waste management master plans for seven small
towns and storm-water drainage master plans of
ERDSMC projects, Sanitation Master of
Birendranagar, Lalbandi, Katari, Kathariya have
been prepared.
Pic. 4 : Use of PPEs by Workers Amargadi Town
4.5. Camp Site Management
101. Drinking water and sanitary facilities (toilets) found available in the camps for each contract
packages. Each camps, workers were using LPG in most of the cases and firewood (rare case) for
cooking purpose sold by the local people. Code of conduct for workforce found placed in some
campsites of the Project. Similarly, at the campsite occupational health and safety measures
provided with safety gears like helmet, facemasks, globes etc. in most of the Town Projects.
4.6. Public participation and Consultation
102. Public participation and consultation regarding implementation of project activities has been
conducted in each Towns with active involvement of local elites. The orientation workshop for
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contractors/ laborers, Project orientation seminar in each town in the first year of implementation
for community members with participation of affected persons has organized in every town.
Orientation seminars on livelihood enhancement for women only have been conducted in towns.
The activities as a Public meetings with affected persons and beneficiaries on resettlement,
entitlement, compensation, special protection measures for vulnerable, mitigation and
management measures, subsidies for poor and vulnerable, other benefits under the project has
been performed in timely in every town. consultation workshop with low income/IP/Dalit
communities from project areas in each town with community members including school/college
students, teachers, academicians, on the plans, design, location, management of water supply
infrastructure, environmental and social mitigation measures are also included in consultation and
participation activities. Participatory Review Meetings in every project towns have conducted.
4.7. Community Awareness and Participation
103. Environmental Management Plan (EMP) has implemented with mitigation works, monitoring works,
awareness raising, and social safeguards as well - through involvement of the contractor and WUSC.
The project team has regularly conducted interactions and consultations in communities to enhance
public awareness on environmental conservation and sanitation aspects. This has made the project
more effective in terms of service delivery through water supply and, sanitation systems and the
overall improvement in the environmental sanitation aspects if the beneficiary communities.
Mitigation & monitoring works as per EMP have implemented regarding awareness raising, and
social safeguards through involvement of the contractor and WUSC (Pic. 5). The user committee
members and concerned stakeholders are well aware
on environmental risks and potential measures.
According to the progress, reports of TSTWSSP
different awareness and community participation
activities such as WASH messages, safety signs, traffic
signs and orientations/trainings delivered to the
workforce, local women and schoolchildren. Table 28
below reflects awareness and community
participation on environmental awareness and
environmental sanitation activities in the Town
projects during the reporting period.
Pic. 5 : Consultation Meeting in Chandrauta Subproject
4.8. Stakeholder Consultations and Participation
104. Stakeholder's consultations conducted at various locations of the town projects and discussed on
magnitude of anticipated environmental impacts that may result from the construction of the
proposed project, the progress of the subprojects, adverse impacts, mitigation measures and
environmental monitoring and grievances. The key stakeholders consulted were Local, regional
and central level organizations, beneficiaries' households, WUCS, TDF, PMO, RPMO & DRTAC in
line with ADB’s requirements pertaining to environment and social considerations. The key
concerns of the people related to the project that includes Implementation of the EMP in field
level, delivering the information regarding safeguard activities to local level, willingness to pay,
upfront cash collection and people’s participation in project implementation. The stakeholder's
consultation also involved user committee members and their participation on awareness program
and capacity building activities with active involvement of Construction Supervision Engineers
(CSEs), Environmental Monitoring Persons, Social Mobilizers, and Environmental Specialist of the
Consultant, the Contractor’s teams, and the WUSCs. The main activities stipulated in EMP has
discussed and introduced responsibility of implementation focusing activities of the contractors
/workforce. The main agenda for consultation were:
• Consideration of solid/liquid waste management issues, campsite management, spoil
management & disposal, disposal of dismantled debris and management of construction
wastes & solid wastes during construction period;
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• The socioeconomic problems that may be observed and addressed during the construction
period at the subproject sites like Traffic Congestion, Disruption to Local Vendors,
Discomfort to the passerby, Interruption to the traffic flow, Noise Pollution, Air Pollution,
Damage to the existing facilities etc.;
• Environmental awareness among the local communities and school level program;
• Process of grievance redress regarding any social or environmental aspects of the project
activities;
• Timely coordination and information
sharing regarding pipe-laying works and
other construction activities so as to
minimize any conflict during working;
• Support in compliance monitoring of
the contractor’s activities by providing suggestions and information Promotion of
environmental sanitation in the project
area;
• Interaction with local community
regarding social and environmental issues
(Pic.6).
Table 28 : Public Consultation Meeting & Orientations/trainings in Project Towns
Town Projects Date & Location Public Awareness programs/Interactions No. of Participants
Aabukhaireni 13th January 2020 Health and sanitation awareness campaign 30 (m - 12, f – 18)
17th February 2020 Health and sanitation awareness campaign 31 (m - 12, f – 19)
Amargadhi 8th January,2020 at
Tufandanda
Discussion with locals on environmental
sanitation and HH sanitation
22 (m-12,f-10)
23rd January,2020
at Dalit tole
Discussion with locals on environmental
sanitation and HH sanitation
17 (m-9,f-8)
18th May 2020 Discussion on project progress and caution
to be taken due to CovID-19
12 (m-12, f-0)
Suda 12th January 2020 Consultation meeting at Musepani 19 (m-11,f-8)
29th February 2020 Consultation meeting at WUSC office 13 (m-8, f - 5)
Tamsariya 12th January 2020 Consultation meeting at WUSC Office 13 (m-8,f-5)
18th Feb. 2020 Consultation meeting at WUSC office 17 (m-11, f - 6)
4.9. Protection Works, Bioengineering and Drainage Management
105. Slope protection works, bioengineering and drainage management activities suggested in detail
design and EMP have been considered in the Town projects. Drainage management in the project
area is satisfactory. Some monitoring activities and protection measures adopted among the
selected projects shown in the Pic. 5.
Gabion wall construction ongoing
below RVT at Abukhairini WSSP
Protection Works at Ghatalkhola
in Amargadi WSSP
Protection work at Girbari Khola
Tamsariya Nawalparasi Town
Pic. 7 : Protection Works
106. The major protection and drainage management works carried out during reporting period are:
Pic. 6 : Interaction with Local Elites/Groups at
Amargadi Dadeldhura on March 2020
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• Lunching apron at ghatal khola, River crossing Concreting Anarbe Site and Fencing work at
Amargadi Town
• Fencing work of public toilet on progress Protection work at Girbari Khola for the safety of OHT at
Chulesi & Public Toilet at Tamsariya Town
• Gabion wall construction ongoing below RVT at Abukhairaini Town
• Wash out work at Southern Scheme Treatment plant installed site at Suda Kanchanpur
Wash out work at Southern Scheme at Suda
Kanchanpur Town
Anarbe Khola Diversion at Ghatal Khola at
Amargadi Town
Pic. 8 : Washout and River diversion works
4.10. Plantation and Greenery Promotion
107. Plantation and greenery promotion activities observed in Town projects during reporting period.
Plantation carried out in the intake site and greenery promotion activities carried out in the WTP at
Babiyachaur, Tamsariya and Charali FSM subprojects (Pic. 9). Private tree loss due to construction
activities in construction phase of town projects has not been reported till the reporting period.
Pic. 9: Plantation of Narkat (Arunod donax) in Sludge Drying Bed at Charali
4.11. Grievance Redress Committees
108. A town project-specific grievance redress mechanism (GRM) has been established in each
construction phase town projects to receive record, evaluate, and facilitate the resolution of AP’s project related concerns, complaints, and grievances. The GRM is responsible for the social and
environmental performance at the sub project level. The GRM will aim to provide a time-bound and
transparent mechanism to voice and resolve social and environmental concerns related to the town
project. In line with the Third Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project (TSTWSSSP)
Operational Guideline-2071 and ADB Project Administration Manual of TSTWSSSP, Grievance
Redress Committees have been formed in the selected town projects. All the town projects have
been advised to expedite the tasks fully adhering to the process mentioned in Grievance Redress
Mechanism (GRM). Following are the GRM established among the town projects and proper report
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and record of grievances received during the reporting period January to June 2020.
- Second level of Grievances Redress Committees (GRC) has been formed in town projects (Charali,
Chakraghatti Sunsari, Mirchaiya, Mahendranagar Sakhuwa, Katari Udayapur, Birendranagar Chitwan,
Katahariya Rautahat, Bidur Nuwakot,). Similarly, local level GRC has been formed in all ongoing construction
towns. Regular follow up, meeting, review, and facilitation have been done in all towns for solving safeguards
issues. Similarly, regular documentation of grievances and solution has been documented in each town
projects. In line with the TSTWSSSP Operational Guideline-2071 and ADB Project Administration Manual of
TSTWSSSP Grievance Redress Committees have been formed in 11 town projects (Tikapur, Chaundrauta,
Salyan, Rukum, Babiyachour, Suda, Tamsariya, Dumre, Abukhaireni, Nirmalpokhari and Amargadhi). All the
town projects have been advised to expedite the tasks fully adhering to the process mentioned in Grievance
Redress Mechanism (GRM). Town projects in all districts have also been advised to keep proper report and
record of grievances received if any.
- Among the 15 GRM recorded during the reporting period, 11 cases have been solved and remaining 4 cases
are in resolving process. Meeting / interactions were held among WRPMO, elected Local body, WUSC and
representatives of local community as per GRM types. WUSC, DSMC and contractor interacted and discussed
with local people to settle disputes of intake construction, damage of community utility, Pipe lying and tap
connection, drainage within RoW etc.at Khalanga Musikot, Nirmal Pokhari Kaski, Tamsariya, Sakuwa
Mahandranagar, Ramnager Mirchaya, Ramnager Mirchaya Strom Drainage, and Chandrauta subprojects.
Most of the grievances were recorded as informal ones in WRDSMC projects related to pipe lying, pipe
leakage, meter function and water supply. All the grievances have been addressed on time by the contractor
under coordination of the WUSCs and the DSMC team.
109. The detailed status of grievances and resolved status of Khalanga Rukum, Nirmal Pokhari Kaski,
Tamsariya Nawalparasi, Skauwa Mahandranager, Ramnagar Mirchiya, Chandrauta, Ramnagar
Mirchiya strom drainage projects recorded during report period are presented in the Annex I.
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5. OVERALL FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS/REMEDIAL ACTIONS
110. Following are the overall findings and recommendation and remedial actions:
5.1. Observations
• Training, orientation and community awareness programmes have been conducted
• Wearing masks at working in dusty sites and observed sprinkling of water to reduce dust
pollution at the severe project sites
• No grievance recorded from the workforce and communities in the project areas regarding noise
generation
• Considered possible risk of drinking water in project impacts area of the project and provided
safe drinking water at the workers camp
• Regular water quality monitoring is ongoing
• Littering of waste found some sites of the project and workforce and contractors were
instructed for management of solid and liquid waste . Solid waste found managed in
most of the construction sites
• Avoided possible loss of forest vegetation during construction works of additional towns and
promoted plantation activities
• Contractors provided OSE and first aids aware workers for their proper use and utilization considering
Covid-19 Pandemic
• Awareness and community participation activities such as WASH messages, safety signs, traffic
signs and orientations/trainings delivered to the workforce
• The water bodies nearby the project are not contaminated and further prohibit discharges from
construction sites
• Equal employment opportunity to the local and prohibit child labor
• Ongoing protection works at the construction and rehabilitation sites of the projects
• Counselled to keep proper report and record of grievances received if any.
5.2. Key Environmental Issues
111. Considering the nature of the project, following are the key issues/impacts on the project sites.
• Health and Safety issues to continuation of works due to COVID -19 pandemic
• Damaged pipelines in Sakhuwa Mahandranagar, Ramnager Mirchaya Lalbandi, Katari and
Bidur subprojects
• Implementation of awareness and training programs
• Satisfactory but not complete proper management of the solid waste and wastewater in the
construction area, which may have negative impacts on the site environment.
• Delay in campsite management also observed, timely management of campsite is
suggested.
• Recommended implementation of EMP activities both construction and O and M stages
• Proper implementation of EMP and monitoring works and preparation of site specific plans
5.3. Additional Actions Planned
• Increase facility of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (e.g. ear protection gears, masks, goggles,
safety shoes etc.) at all work fronts and aware workers to use of safety equipment’s
• Pre-medical screening and regular medical screening have been proposed for the workforce
• Planned to place some WASH messages, safety signs, traffic signs, and other environmental and
social safeguards messages around the construction site.
• Trained more workers, user committee members, and concerned stakeholders on EMP to make
them aware on environmental risks and potential measures.
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• Coordination and consultation with concerned authority regarding disturbance on pipe lying
works
• Implement sites specific issues adopting proper mitigation and monitoring works, conducting
awareness raising, and social safeguards trainings involving local communities, workers,
contractor, concerned stakeholders and WUSCs.
• Prepare and implement occupational health and safety (OHS) plan and a Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP) to manage COVID-19 risks in the work place
• Promote greenery and implement EMP during construction, O and M phases of the project
5.4. Operation & Maintenance Phase
112. As most of the projects running in the O & M phases, following key safeguard measures are
recommended for implementation.
Risks from exposure to chemicals
To address storage procedures, in-plant handling and dosages of chlorine (bleaching powder), procedures
and guidelines shall be developed and approved by the Consultant after completion of the construction. For
this cost shall be included in the contract document itself. First aid measures shall be introduced for
emergencies and training on the handling and on dosage of the chemicals shall be given to the staff.
Impact on water bodies and aquatic life
The measures that shall be taken to mitigate the impacts are as follows;
- The effluent produced from the periodic backwashing of the filter plant, if discharged directly to the
river course may cause harm to the water bodies and aquatic life especially during the dry season
when the flow will be less.
- As the backwash water mainly contains suspended solids, a small pond of 20,000 litter's capacity
shall be constructed for decantation and draining to the river/ stream course after decantation.
- To avoid the impact to aquatic life, the effluent and sludge shall be disposed only in designated
areas and regular monitoring of the river or stream water quality shall be done.
- Septic tanks shall be built as per standard designs for public toilets and household latrines.
- Public toilet constructed under this project shall be managed through WUSC initiation and
coordination of the municipality. The local youth clubs shall be mobilized.
- Septage disposal pits similar to sludge drying bed shall be used for disposal of slurry and septic
sludge.
- Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manual shall be prepared along with provision of O&M training
to the WUSC and its team.
- Water Safety Plan (WSP) shall be prepared for the project and the WUSC and its team shall be
trained on the WSP and total sanitation aspects.
- Rehabilitation of post construction works including landscape maintaining/reclaiming especially at
sites where the temporary facilities are to be demolished or removed
5.5. Risk from COVID-19 in the Project Area
113. The outbreak of endemic COVID-19 has been controlled movement of people and disturbed on
project implementation activities of the projects. Taking into account the prevailing pandemic
situation and the guidance issued by GoN, the contractor will have to prepare Site-specific EMP
(SEMP) that includes the occupational health and safety (OHS) plan and a Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP) to manage COVID-19 risks in the work place. The SEMP and OHS Plan will comply
with the EMP measures and the government instruction/guidelines for implementing construction
work during the pandemic. The EA will guide the contractor in preparing site-specific EMP and OHS
plans with SOP giving a priority to the measures for responding to the COVID-19 risks during
construction. The proposed plan will be costed and a robust monitoring and reporting mechanism
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will be detailed out to ensure full compliance with the plan. The OHS plan and SOP, as a minimum,
may look at the aspects of:
- record keeping and health screening of workers, and the note all required details for contact tracing
in case needed,
- disinfecting/cleaning offices, yards, stores and labor camps,
- daily temperature checks and other health checks of staff and workers on site,
- social distancing measures in work areas and labor camps,
- mandatory use of personal protective equipment including facemasks and gloves,
- provision of handwashing stations with soap and supply hand sanitizer at camps, kitchen, dining
and work areas,
- keep a medical bay serviced by a fulltime assistant health worker oriented by an expert on
communicable disease,
- information and education campaign for workers (and as required communities); and
- procedures to be adopted in the event any worker has COVID-19 symptoms.
5.6. Major Issues and Way Forward
114. The major issues assessed and way forward for implementation of EMP and Monitoring are
presented in the Table 29.
Table 29 : Major Issues and Way Forward
S.N Issues Way forward
1 Water quality - Water quality testing and regular monitoring of water
quality
2 Waste disposal - Waste minimization and waste segregation
- Awareness programs
3 Occupational Health & Safety - Mandatory use of safety measures (PPEs) such as mask,
helmet, hand gloves and rubber boots, etc
- Provide safe drinking water for labours
- First aid box will be kept at a proper and easily accessible
place
4 Loss of Vegetation cover
during new construction works
- Greenery promotion around the construction sites
- Promote plantation activities at new construction sites
5 Awareness and training
Programs
- Continuation of more of awareness and training programs
to be conducted in the communities
7 Implementation of O & M
activities
- Joint monitoring to be mobilized to ensure that the
project works are completed and monitoring of any
safeguards concerns have been planned for next quarter
- The contractor’s activities need to be supervised and monitored to ensure that there is no deterioration of
environment due to post-construction activities
- O& M Plan will be prepared for the project
- Rehabilitation of post construction works
8. Risk from COVID-19 - Implementation of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
to manage COVID-19 risks in the work place
- Inform and aware local communities about the work plan
and precautions the project has taken to mitigate the
health and safety risks
9. GRM Settle disputes of existing pipeliying distrubances with
consultation and keep proper report and record of
grievances received if any.
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6. ACHIEVEMENT ON MAJOR ISSUES OF FOCUS ON PREVIOUS REPORT
115. This section describes major issues addressed in EMP implementation and monitoring as per
recommended actions on the previous report with details of achievement undertaken. The
detailed achievements on major issues focused on previous report and suggested corrective
actions are presented in Table 27 below:
Table 30 : Status on Items of focus of Previous Report
S.N Item of Focus Status Description Corrective action
plan, if any
1 Stabilization/
protection
works
Ongoing - Fencing work at Horizontal Roughing
Filter (HRF) site, Slow Sand Filter (SSF),
and Generator & guard house
- Reuse of excavated soil was done
properly, and the excavated soil was
used completely for backfilling. Where
soil needs temporary storage, it was
placed safely to avoid pollution and
erosion, and no erosion was observed in
subprojects.
- Minimizing soil loss, slope stabilization
were duly completed i.e Matiarwa site,
landscaping & gardening works done at
each site.
- Safely placed
excavated soil and
safely disposed
excavated soil
against erosion
- Reused excavated
soil and backfilling
of trenches
-
2 Rehabilitation
and
reinstatement
works
Partially
achieved
- Civil works carried out in the RVT site
- Continued Pipe lying and repairing
works
Prompt actions for
any damage to
properties and
utilities to be
restored or
compensated to
pre-work conditions
3 Plantation and
Greenery
Promotion
activities
Ongoing In progress, Charali FSM, Babiyachaur and
Tamsariya Projects has planted tree and
grass species for greenery promotion
N/A
4 WQ Monitoring Ongoing - Water quality testing has been
conducted (RVT, Treatment Plant and
HH connections) to ensure drinking
water quality to be supplied
- Safe potable water is being served to
the consumers in the O & M phase and
DLP by the contractor and WUSC
respectively. (Effectiveness e.g.
reduction in hardness parameter, of
water treatment test results of
Ramnagar Mirchaiya Subproject).
Water quality test
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S.N Item of Focus Status Description Corrective action
plan, if any
5. AQ Monitoring/
Noise levels
Achieved - Instrumental monitoring was not carried
during reporting period.
- Observed water sprinkling at the
construction sites to minimize dust
pollution.
- Drilling work was carried out carefully
with minimal vibration and disturbances
Water sprinkling at
dry exposed
surfaces and
stockpiles of
aggregates at least
twice daily, or as
necessary
6. Public
awareness/
Information
Achieved - Hoarding boards, message boards/sign
boards, and dustbins placed at market
place
- Consulted and informed local people
about the work schedule and possible
disturbances in advance.
- Temporary diversions and signboards
has provided for the pedestrians.
- Trained more
workers, user
committee
members, and
concerned
stakeholders on
EMP to make them
aware on
environmental risks
and potential
measures
7. Camp
management
Achieved The site has sanitary facilities with latrines
and drinking water
Instructed workers about solid and liquid
waste management at the site
Avail sanitary
facilities to the
workers camp ,
management of
solid and liquid
waste
8. OHS and
community
health & safety
Partially
achieved
In case of minor injuries, first aid is available
onsite, and in the case of major accidents,
the contractor pays for medical treatment
Provide first aid
facility at the site
and increase
awareness
9. Timely taken
into account of
EMP activities,
systematic
record of joint
monitoring,
boosting the
workers to use
PPEs and more
effective
grievance
mechanisms
Partially
achieved
- Response for minimizing the impact was
assessed and discussed. Feedbacks and
suggestions were provided to follow the
agreed EMP of the Ramnagar Mirchaiya
town project properly and strictly.
- The WUSC were suggested to keep
hygienic & aesthetic value of OHT site at
Chhagariya in coordination with the
land owner and also separately manage
the segregated areas of land by
bisecting road in consultation with the
Municipality.
- Systematic record of joint monitoring
observed
- Overall, no major conflict with the
communities is observed.
- Jointly site visited at the project sites i.e.
Phalakhu Intake Bidur Nuwakot
Regular supervision
and monitoring
Mobilization of
environment and
social monitors at
the construction site
Stakeholders
consultation
Continuation of
systematic record of
joint monitoring
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S.N Item of Focus Status Description Corrective action
plan, if any
10. Continuation of
capacity building
and awareness
Ongoing - Training and capacity building and
awareness activities were conducted
before lockdown due to COVID-19
- Training Programme on Leadership and
Utility Management was conducted at 6
towns of ERDSMC.
- 24 participants24 participants of 6 Town
project of ERDSMC has benefited by the
Training Programme on Leadership and
Utility Management
- School Wash Program with 3 events in
each 3 schools of 9 projects was
conducted in ERDSMC involving 1061
Participants (531 boys and 530 girls)
- Total 72 participants of 9 subprojects of
ERDSMC are benefited from orientation
regarding labor standards, gender
equality in wages, safety and hygiene in
work site
- Total 61 participants were involved in
Health and sanitation awareness
campaign conducted at abukhareni
- Consultation meeting held at Amargadi,
Suda and Tamsariya project sites
Awareness and
implementation of
OHS guideline
considering COVID-19
pandemic
Implementation of
orientation, training
and awareness
programs as
scheduled
11. Regular joint
monitoring of
the project sites
(UCs, contractor
and
stakeholder)
Partially
achieved
Meeting / interactions were held among
RPMO, elected Local body, WUSC and
representatives of local community as per
GRM types. WUSC, DSMC and contractor
interacted and discussed with local people
several times to settle the issues at
Khalanga Musikot, Nirmal Pokhari Kaski,
Tamsariya, Sakuwa Mahandranagar,
Ramnager Mirchaya, Ramnager Mirchaya
Strom Drainage, and Chandrauta.
Continued joint
monitoring to
implement EMP
activities and
resolve the
emerging issues at
the site
12. Continue the
environmental
management
works by the
contractors
Compliance and
noncompliance
actions
construction
and O & M
stages
Ongoing - No construction work was being carried
out nearby any streams or water bodies.
- No surface water contamination is
reported due to oil spillages from
construction equipment.
- Proper protection has been done at the
deep borehole sites with compound
walls and concreted at the upper
portion of boreholes to control
contamination of ground water.
- Campsites were in good condition for
working. No complaints regarding the
transmission of communicable diseases
have been reported.
Solid waste
management in the
campsite needs
improvement in
some subprojects
COVID-19 pandemic
has caused adverse
effect implementing
town projects in
various stages of
works related and its
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S.N Item of Focus Status Description Corrective action
plan, if any
- No damage to agricultural land due to
borrow pits or top soil erosion has been
reported.
- Construction materials were
transported from quarries without
degrading the natural environment and
downstream water bodies.
- Occupational safety equipment (OSE)
was provided by contractors for
construction works to labor.
- Wastes produced from construction
areas (like excavated and discarded
materials, etc.) need to be managed
more efficiently.
- Construction materials were covered
with tarpaulins while being transported.
- Sprinkling water has controlled air
pollution resulting from dust produced
from construction area.
effective monitoring
works
Storm Water
Drainage Project,
Ramnagar Mirchaiya
has not been
mobilized effectively
before the pandemic
13 Review and
implement EMP
through wider
consultation at a
Staff Review
Committee and
WUSC meeting
Ongoing - Consultation meetings was conducted
- Local people have been employed, and
no child labor was employed.
Update and review
of EMP and SEMP
for implementation
14 Damage and
disturbance of
pipe lines in the
Sakhuwa-
Mahendranagar,
Ramnagar-
Mirchaiya,
Lalbandi, Katari,
Bidur and
Katahariya town
sub-projects
Partially
achieved
Meeting held among WUSC, DSMC and
Contractor and Decision to resolved the
problem, the name list of remaining
households has provided to contractor for
Tap connection
To be addressed
through wider
consultation with
concerned authority,
WUSC, Contractor
and stakeholder
15 Minimize forest
and vegetation
clearance and
promote
compensatory
plantation
Partially
achieved
No potential loss of trees or vegetation in
the subproject area was observed.
Aesthetics in the project area was
maintained well
NA
6.1 Major items of focus for next report
116. The major issues and remedial actions to be addressed for next report are presented in Table 28
considering ongoing TSTWSSP, FSM projects and 12 enhancement town projects.
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Table 31 : Items of Focus in Next Report
SN Item of Focus Remedial actions
1. Surface cutting and excavation works may
cause erosions and impact on the local
water bodies
Soil erosion will be minimized by taking
precautionary measures such as: (i) reuse of
excavated soil, (ii) immediate and proper
backfilling of the trenches, and (iii) the excavated
soil temporarily stored properly against erosion
by using barriers or silt traps.
2. Damage to existing facilities like drains,
road, compound walls and pavements
Ensure any damage to properties and utilities
will be restored or compensated to pre-work
conditions
3. Pollution of water bodies, contamination
of water sources due to waste disposal,
transport of sediments from worksites
and/or construction camps (if any)
Take all precautions to prevent entering of
wastewater into streams, watercourses, or
irrigation system.
4. Solid Waste disposal - Waste minimization and waste segregation will
be prioritized
- Practices of composting will be promoted
- Containment of hazardous waste will be carried
out
5. Disposal of waste on or nearby water
bodies, sediment transport and
leakage/disposal of hazardous waste may
harm the aquatic lives in the
rivers/steams of project area
- Washing of vehicles on rivers will be restricted
- Disposal of waste of any kind on water bodies
will be strictly prohibited
- Fishing in rivers will be prohibited for workforce
6. Loss of vegetation cover during
construction works and laying of the
pipelines, especially treatment and
reserviour sites of Enhancement town
projects
- Greenery promotion around the construction
sites and road alignments where possible
- Promote plantation activities at new
construction sites of enhancement projects
7. Occupational and Community Health and
Safety
- A site health and safety plan including safety
measures such as provision of mask, helmet,
hand globes and rubber boots to workers will be
prepared and implemented
- First aid will be kept at hand in working area
- General public will be excluded from all the
construction sites
8. Overall, communities will be exposed to
cross-cutting threats from construction’s impacts on air and water quality, ambient
noise level; Chances of accidents,
Communicable and transmittable diseases
may potentially be brought into the
community by construction workers
- Contractor’s will maintain adequate space and adequate lighting, temporary fence, barriers
and signage at worksites;
- Children will be prohibited from active
construction sites
- Proper fencing of stockpile areas
- Awareness programs on communicable
diseases and hygiene practices will be carried
out
- Disseminate the GRM to communities and
affected stakeholders during consultations
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9. Review and implement EMP through
wider consultation at a Staff Review
Committee and WUSC meeting
- Meeting / interactions among RPMO, elected
Local body, WUSC and representatives of local
community as per monitoring activities and
GRM types
10. Training and Awareness - Continuation of more of orientation, awareness
and training programs to be conducted in the
communities
12. Continue the environmental management
works by the contractors Compliance and
noncompliance actions construction and O
& M stages
- Follow and implement EMP activities in IEE
SSMP and BoQ
- Conduct regular monitoring and supervision
works in coordination with DSMC, WUSC and
other stakeholders
13. Excessive exposure to chlorine,
hypochlorous acid, and hypochlorite ion
generally results in irritation of the
esophagus, a burning sensation in the
mouth and throat, and spontaneous
vomiting
- All disinfection chemicals require proper
storage and handling practices
- Provide safe storage for chemicals
- Ensure that the person is hired, with knowledge
of chlorine use for disinfection process during
operation
- Ensure use of PPE while using chemicals
- Use of chlorine guideline as per WHO
14. Risk of contamination of water in
distribution system
• Regular testing and maintenance of the
water softening, pressure filter and
chlorinator and testing of residual chlorine
will be done on a routine basis and recorded
• Regular water quality monitoring of water of
the distribution system
• System staff will be trained and supervised
15. Delivery of unsafe water due to source
contamination, leakage in pipes
- The operations and maintenance plan and
training for staff will cover; (i)
competent/cautions handling and storage of
calcium Hypochlorite and qualified persons to
implement/oversee disinfection and treatment;
(ii) providing safe storage for chemicals; (iii)
ensure capacity of WUSC to implement quick
response to hazardous substance/waste spills;
(iv) implement SPS-complaint EMP and a water
safety plan; and (v) monitor water quality
16. Implementation of Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP) to manage COVID-19
risks in the work place
Inform and aware local communities about the
work plan and precautions the project has taken
to mitigate the health and safety risks
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7. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
117. As per the GoN and ADB policies, environmental implications of individual development activities must
account in the planning and decision-making process comprehending a structured process of impact
assessment, planning, and mitigation to address the adverse effects of projects throughout the project
cycle. In TSTWSSSP, project activities addressed through the environmental assessment process,
approving 21 IEEs/EMPs of Town Projects as an integral part of lending operations and Project
development and implementation. Among 21 TSTWSSSP, construction of 11 Town projects of
WRDSMC are completed and monitoring of EMP activities and implementation of safeguard measures
in O& M and DLP stages of the projects are ongoing. Whereas, environmental implications of
completed Town projects has provisioned to be addressed by the respective WUSCs. Similarly, EMP
implementation and monitoring of environmental safeguards on ERDSMC Towns under construction,
O & M phase and DLP stages are ongoing.
118. The Semi-Annual report from January to June 2020 has been prepared based on desk studies and field
level monitoring. During monitoring, it was observed that the contractors has followed most of the
environmental mitigation measures prescribed in the EMP besides some non-compliance issues for
the PPE, erection of information boards/road signs and maintained sanitary situations in worker
camps. However, outbreak of Covid-19 hampered the ongoing project activities in later period. The
overall implementation, supervision and monitoring of the EMP activities concerning environmental
safeguards status of the town projects is satisfactory. The overall implementation, supervision and
monitoring of the EMP activities in the small town projects show that the coordination among the
users, contractor, consultant and the authorities has improved and become efficient in terms of
environmental safeguards aspects in the project sites and offices. Timely addressing of environmental
concerns; systematic recording of the joint monitoring visits; encouraging the workers to use PPEs and
more effective grievance mechanisms are the areas that need to be improved in the small town
projects
119. The contractors instructed and warned to undertake appropriate measures to ensure complete
implementation of EMP including the compulsory use of personal protective equipment and
improvement of sanitary situation in workers camp. No serious omissions or violations of
Environmental standards and norms identified. Proper implementation of EMP as approved IEE
reports and identified additional site-specific issues need to be addressed and monitored during all
stages from pre-construction, construction to O & M phases. Following recommended actions way
forwarded for action:
• Timely taken into account of EMP activities, systematic record of joint monitoring, boosting the
workers to use PPEs and more effective grievance mechanisms;
• Continuation of capacity building and awareness, plantation and greenery promotion activities in
all work fronts of the small town projects;
• Need of the User Committees to be proactive in regular joint monitoring of the project sites to
ensure the compliance of environmental safeguards requirements by the contractor, and all the
stakeholders as well;
• The contractor should be encouraged to continue the environmental management works even
during the operation and maintenance works, Compliance and noncompliance actions are
recommended for review and implement through wider consultation at a Staff Review Committee
and WUSC meeting;
• The key issues regarding damage and disturbance of pipelines in sub-projects to be addressed
through wider consultation with concerned authority, WUSC, Contractor and stakeholder. The
apprehensive environmental implications adhered by such issues should monitored and
implement corrective actions for sustainability of the project;
• Promote greenery and plantation activities in the project area;
• Increased coordination among the stakeholders for completion of EMP works
• Prepare and implement occupational health and safety (OHS) plan and a Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP) to manage COVID-19 risks in the work place.
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ANNEXES
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Annex I: Public Awareness and Grievances Records
SN Issues Site /
Location
Affected
Person /
Community
Action Taken to solve the issue Current
status
Remarks
Khalanga Rukum Musikot
1 Includes 19 points
demands of source
area of Panakhola
Panakhola Community
people of
Pana khola
(Ward no 6
Musikot
Municipality)
Meeting / interactions were held
among WRPMO, elected Local body,
WUSC and representatives of local
community. WUSC, DSMC and
contractor interacted and discussed
with local people several times to
settle the issues
Solved Permanent
Intake has been
developed
at Panakhola
source
2 Issues were recorded
as a formal in earlier
month related to the
dispute of intake
construction in
Timure Source
Timure Community
people of
Timure
Source
Meeting / interactions were held
among WRPMO, elected Local body,
WUSC and representatives of local
community. WUSC, DSMC and
contractor interacted and discussed
with local people several times to
settle the issues
unsolved Temporary
use of
source for
system
operation
Nirmal Pokhari Kaski
3 Delay of pipe laying
work due to the Road
expansion
Ambote Area Community of
Ambote
WUSC, DMSC had been requested to
Municipality to solve the problem and
Municipality had taken action for this
work.
Solved
4 Existing Pipe line
damage during
pipeline excavation
during pipeline
excavation
Bhatechautara
tole ,Lamgadi
tole ,Mahakali
chowk shanti
tole chowk
Shanti tole
Community Contractor immediately to take action
to maintenance the damaged pipeline
Solved
5 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to tap
connection in wrong
place in some houses
Lamgadi,Sisne, Bishnu maya
Adhikari,
Sita
Bhandari
Contractor has reconnected in right
place
Solved
Tamsariya Nawalparasi
6 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to
damage the masonry
wall
Baireni tole Community 5 Bag Cement and Rs. 5000 provided
by Contractor to maintenance the wall
Solved
7 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to
the pipe of Drainage
has cutting down
during Construction
Chormara Community Contractor has immediately taken an
action to maintenance the damage
pipe
Solved
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8 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to
the irrigation pipe
has damage during
Construction
Basantapur Community Contractor has immediately taken an
action to maintenance the damaged
pipe as per community demand
Solved
Sakuwa Mahandranagar
9 Pipeline damaged in
Highway by six lane
Road construction
Janakpur-
Dhalkebar
trade Road
Project
Letter has been written to Road
Project and requested to repair the
damaged pipe lines.
In
Process
WUSC, Road
Project
Ramnagar-Mirchaiya, Lalbandi, Katari and Bidur
10 Respective
Municipality damaging
the laid pipeline and it
makes uncertainty of
completion of Project
High level decisions were provided to
the respective municipality, which
are made in ministry level as well as
project level. Outcome is yet to come
In
Process
WUSC, RPMO
and PMO
Ramnagar-Mirchaiya Storm Drainage,
11 Department of Road
has not given the
permission to
construct the storm
drainage within it’s right of way (RoW)
It has been informed to the PMO as
well as RPMO
In
Process
PMO/RPMO
Chandrauta
12 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal in earlier
month related to
damage pipe line
(1375M) due to road
construction by
Local Government
Different Site Users
Community
Municipality taken action to maintain
the damaged pipe on the request of
WUSC, DSMC
Solved
13 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to
damage pipe line
(850 m.) due to road
construction by
Local Government
Different Site Users
Community
Municipality taken action to maintain
the damaged pipe on the request of
WUSC, DSMC
Solved
14 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to
Less quality of water
Different Site User
Community
WUSC established a lab for water test
and ensure the quality of water
Solved
15 Grievances were
recorded as an
informal related to
Pipe lying and tap
connection
Krishnagar
road, Samitee
chock, sunrise
tole, diduwa
tole
User
Community
Meeting held among WUSC, DSMC and
Contractor and Decision to resolved the
problem, the name list of remaining
households has provided to contractor
for Tap connection
Solved
Source: QPR RDSMCS June 2020
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Annex II: Public Awareness and Community Participation
Date of
Meeting
Organization/
Firm/ Person
Agenda Decision (in brief) Remarks
Tamsariya_Nawalparasi Town Water Supply & Sanitation Project
22 March,
2020
WUSC and
DSMC
Re-evaluation of Water
Tariff after collecting the
list of new water users.
Request to TDF for the Reevaluation
of water tariff including the list of
additional members of water user's
committee.
Minutes of
meetings are
included in the
monthly progress
reports of
respective months 22 March,
2020
WUSC and DSMC Request to
Contractor for the repair
of third party damaged
Pipe line including
Household connections
WUSC will pay the cost of repair
after obtaining the evaluation of
such works by a sub-committee
consisting of the technical
representatives of DSMC, Contractor
and WUSC
22 March,
2020
WUSC and DSMC Software installation for
maintaining the financial
records properly.
Whole sole authority was delegated
to the WUSC
Chairperson for the installation of
such software as per the prevailing
financial rules and regulations of
GON.
10 June,
2020
WUSC and WUSC
Staffs.
Start of collecting the
Water Tariff @ Rs.
150.00 per month.
Agreed to collect the water Tariff
effective from 1st Ashadh-2077 @
Rs. 150.00 per household per month.
10 June,
2020
WUSC and WUSC
Staffs.
To install the Software
for the effective running
of the project works
Agreed to procure the Software on
the leadership of WUSC chair person
Nirmal Pokhari Kaski
30 May,
2020
WUSC/CSE/IC
G/ Contractor
Regular Progress
Meeting
Amargadi Dadeldhura
12 May,
2020
WUSC
committee,
Consultant and
contractor.
• First phase
completion
meeting.
• Vo-2.
• Recommendation second phase.
• Recommendation vo-2.
Minutes of
meetings are
included in the
monthly progress
reports of
respective months
09 June,
2020
PMO
Representative,
RPMO, consultant
Team, Contractor
Team, WUSC
Team, TDF Team
Stage transfer for
Stage 1st to stage
2nd
All the parties agree under taken the
stage ii, O&M responsibilities as per
contract document, and recommend
the same to PMO/RPMO/DSMC.
12 May,
2020
WUSC,
Consultant and
Contractor
Transfer to Stage 2nd Recommend to RPMO for
Transferring project to second stage
Source: RDSMC June 2020
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Annex III: Photographs
Regular Maintanance NirmalPokhari Town
Kaski
Public Toilet Kalikasthan Nirmalpokhari, Kaski
Lab building at ChhapNahala Dumre Town
Tanahun
Hardness of water checked by taking sample
from Eastern Scheme Source Suda Kanchanpur
Fencing work of public toilet on progress
Tamsariya Town Nawalparasi
Anarbe Site Fencing work Amargadhi Town
Dadeldhura
Plantation of (Narkat) Sludge Drying Bed of
Charali Town
WQ test being conducted in laboratory
of Tamsariya WSS Sub-Project
