LEEUFONTEIN SUBSTTION CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTAL … · 2018. 5. 10. · examination to determine...

Head Office: 546 16th Road, Constantia Park,

Midrand, 1685

PO Box 4077, Halfway House, Midrand 1685

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F.M005.1.3/Rev00

OCTOBER ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT REPORT FOR

THE CONSTRUCTION OF TRANSNET

LEEUFONTEIN SUBSTATION

PROJECT NUMBER: 342433,13

LEEUFONTEIN SUBSTATION CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT REPORT

ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT REPORT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TRANSNET

LEEUFONTEIN SUBSTATION

Conducted on behalf of:

Attention: TRANSNET CAPITAL PROJECTS

Compiled by:

Charles Chigurah (SACNASP;IWMSA;SAIOSH)

AUDIT NUMBER Date Status

006 OCTOBER 2016 FINAL


CONTENTS

1 Audit Scope and Outcomes .................................................................................................. 4

1.1 Executive Summary of Findings [Critical Exposures and Commendations] ......... 4

2 SUMMARY OF RESULTS ..................................................................................................... 26

3 Conclusion ............................................................................................................................. 28

List of Tables

Table 1: Summary of Audit Findings .................................................................................................... 27

List of Figures

Figure 1: Audit findings ............................................................................................................................. 27

Figure 2: Monthly Comparative Assessment ..................................................................................... 27


1 Audit Scope and Outcomes

The purpose of the audit was to provide management with an indication of the site’s

environmental compliance with the approved Environmental Management Programme

and the Environmental Authorisation. The audit was a comprehensive systematic

examination to determine whether the site activities conform to the legal requirements

and required standards and whether these requirements are implemented effectively

and are suitable for achieving compliance.

1.1 Executive Summary of Findings [Critical Exposures and Commendations]

The contractor scored 96.45% for the month of October 2016.

Document Number

Kim-Env-003/16

CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING Revision Number / Date

01/03/2016

ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT Page Number

1

ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT

COMPANY TRANSNET CAPITAL PROJECTS Date 28-Oct-16

CONTRACT NAME CONSTRUCTION OF LEEUFONTEIN SUBSTATION Contract Number 342433,13

PHYSICAL ADDRESS P.O. BOX 1048 Number of Employees

JOHANNESBURG Permanent

2000 Short Term

Contractors 1

Audit Team

Name Position Signature

Witness Dube Senior Environmental Scientist

Mkateko Marilele TGC-Environmental Officer

Mandla Dhlamini Site SHE Manager

PLATINUM GOLD BRONZE RED

90% TO 100% 80% TO 89% 70% TO 79% < 70

OCTOBER SCORE 96.45%

CONTROL SHEET

Previous Rating 98% Date 27/09/2016

Rating Scale: 0 No systems in place

1 Partial compliance – improvements can be made

2 Compliance level acceptable

3 Full compliance

Physical rating -Risk Rating

0 Potential for serious injury / major damage to equipment

1 General non-compliance with legal and or site safety requirements

2 Compliance substantial but not 100%

3 All areas satisfy both legal and site safety requirements

Not applicable * Not Applicable N/A

No. Component Findings / Issues Photo

Condition Number

Target Score

Actual Score

Recommendation / Comment Est. Budget Action Date

1. ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION CONDITIONS 1.1 Notify Interested & affected parties within 14 days of the issuance of

the environmental authorisation All interested parties and affected were informed, a written communiqué was circulated

11 3 3

1.2 Activity to commence within 5 years from the date of issue of the environmental authorisation

The activity has already started, the contractor is already busy on site

7 3 3


1.2 Construction must be completed within 5 years of the commencement of the activity

Noted and the works plan is reflecting that the construction activity is going to be finished well before the lapse of five years

8 3 3

1.3 ECO to be appointed before the commencement of the project ECOs have already been appointed for the project; Nkateko-Transnet, Witness -Kimopax (Independent) and Kimopax is acting as the independent ECO.

21 3 3

1.4 Name & contact details of ECO to be submitted to the Director: Compliance Monitoring

Details were submitted to the Department of Environmental Affairs by Edzisani

21.2 3 3

1.5 ECO must keep record of all activities on site, problems identified, transgressions noted, etc

A site activity book as well as the complaints book are both on site for issues. No issues has been reported and recorded so far.

21.3 3 3

1.6 All documentation e.g. audit/monitoring/compliance reports and notifications to be submitted to the Director: Compliance Monitoring

All monitoring for compliance reports are on site and filed, proof of submission to the Department and director also available

22 3 3

1.7 Audit reports to be compiled in accordance with Appendix 7 of the EIA Regulations, 2014

This report is the first of such kind for this site

26 3 3

1.8 Monitoring and auditing reports must be kept on site and made available upon request

This is the first audit report and a copy will be kept on site

27 3 3 A file to be created on site for audit reports

1.9 A written notification must be given to the Department no later than 14 days prior to the commencement of the activity

Done 28 3 3 Provide evidence of the copy that was submitted to the department

1.10 A storm water management plan must be implemented to prevent pollution and runoff

Drainage from site is directed towards the excavated area next to the construction site and construction site waste (rubble) is being used to fill up the ditch as a rehabilitation measure which is being done concurrently with the progressing of the construction activity

31 3 3 The storm water management plan is part of the EMPr and/EIA report

1.11 An integrated waste management approach must be implemented that is based on waste minimisation and must incorporate reduction, recycling, re-use and disposal

Waste management bins are in place and are labelled accordingly. Waste segregation is being practised although the activity for waste production is low

33 3 2 Currently the kind of waste being produced is general waste from the office and a little bit of construction waste. Some of the general waste are not properly placed in bins.


1.12 Solid waste to be disposed of at a licensed landfill site All the collected waste is disposed of to an authorised waste site and a record of collected material is filed onto the specific file on site

34 3 3 An agreement letter with the servicing local authority is available on site.

1.13 Copy of the environmental authorisation & approved EMPr should be kept on site

Well on site and filed. Other information is displayed on the existing notice board

35 3 3

TOTAL 42 41

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% 98%

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME COMPLIANCE

2. METHOD STATEMENTS

2.1 Site establishment Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.2 Site office Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.3 Vegetation clearing Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.4 Fauna and flora management Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.5 Excavations for construction of substation Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.6 Chemical/hazardous substance storage Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.7 Cement/concrete use Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.8 Fire management Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.9 Emergency response Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.10 Stormwater management Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.11 Waste management Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.12 Access roads Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.13 Effluent management Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.14 Staff accommodation Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3


2.15 Ablution facilities Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.16 Eating areas Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.17 Soil management Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.18 Temporary site closure Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

2.19 Rehabilitation of site Method statement number- All the method statements were checked and signed by the ECO on the 23rd of June 2016

6 3 3

TOTAL 57 57


3. PRE-CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

3.1 NEGOTIATIONS WITH AFFECTED LANDOWNERS

3.1.1 Transnet will ensure that all affected landowners are negotiated with prior to construction

Noted and have been informed (1,1). All issues that have a bearing on them will be communicated with them

8.1 3 3 Every communique or meeting minutes to be filed for records

TOTAL 3 3


3.2 COMMISSIONING OF TENDER

3.2.1 The succesful tendering contractors will be made aware of the contents of this EMPr and any penalties arising from non-compliance prior to the commencement of work

Done and the EMPr is on site 8.2 3 3

3.2.2 All tendering contractors will be made aware of the audit and monitoring requirements as stipulated in the EMPr

EMPr on site and well communicated with stakeholders

8.2 3 3

3.2.3 Appoint an ECO who will be responsible to monitor compliance to the EMPr

Kimopax were appointed as an external ECO to monitor compiance with EMPr

8.2 3 3

TOTAL 9 9


3.3 SITE ESTABLISHMENT

3.3.1 SITE PLAN DOCUMENTATION

3.3.1.1 Site Access (including entry and exit points) The entrance is now equiped with a gate each specific site has got a controlled entry and exit points.

8.3 3 3 In place


3.3.1.2 All material and equipment storage areas (including storage areas for hazardous substances such as fuel and chemicals)

Most material are stored in the container but has no specific demacations for each type of material. There are no hazardous substances like oils and even some toxic chemicals in the store room.

8.3 3 1 Specific materials are supposed to be laid separately like cement bags and tools

3.3.1.3 Construction offices and other structures Available

8.3 3 3 Well marked,fenced and accessible from site

3.3.1.4 Security requirements (including temporary and permanent fencing) Well secured (fenced with lockable gates, doors and security personnel on site)

8.3 3 3 The security office is available and documentation is done each time there is a visitor.

3.3.1.5 Solid waste collection facilities and waste treatment facilities for litter, kitchen refuse, sewage and workshop derived effluents)

Marked bins at the entrance to the site office

8.3 3 3

3.3.1.6 Storm water control measures Method statement number- 8.3 3 3


3.3.1.7 Provision of potable water and temporary ablution facilities Drinking water is available as well ablution facilities

8.3 3 2 Clean the container for drinking water before filling in with water. Also make sure that the container is leak-free

TOTAL 21 18


3.3.2 SITE CAMPS

3.3.2.1 No use of rivers and streams for washing of clothes No rivers or strems nearby 8.3 N/A N/A

3.3.2.2 No use of welding equipment, ocy-acetylene torches and other bare flames where veld fires constiture a hazard

Not applicable at the moment 8.3 N/A N/A

3.3.2.3 No indiscriminate disposal of rubbish or construction wastes or rubble littering of the site

Papers, avocado pears seeds, used tea bags, bread plastics, plastic softdrink empty bottles and cigarettes were seen at the back of the site office yard.

8.3 3 1 An emplyoyee was instructed to collect and properly dispose of the material, the SHE manager promised to do proper housekeeping everytime

3.3.2.4 No spillage of potential pollutants, such as petroleum products Compliant 8.3 3 3

3.3.2.5 No collection of firewood Compliant 8.3 3 3

3.3.2.6 No poaching of any form. Compliant 8.3 3 3

3.3.2.7 No use of surrounding veld as toilets Compliant. Chemical toilets are available and working

8.3 3 3 Proper systems are in place and ablution facilities are well labeled and are emptied twice a week

3.3.2.8 No burning of wastes and cleared vegetation. Compliant 8.3 3 3 Any siting of open and unsupervised fires will be reported to the construction manager as wel as the ECO

TOTAL 18 16


3.3.3 VEGETATION CLEARING

3.3.3.1 The natural vegetation encountered on the site is to be conserved and left intact as much as possible

Only 18 small exotic trees were relocated to pave way for the construction of the sub-station and there has not been any vegetation clearing apart from that which happened earlier in the site clearing time or period before trenches were established

8.3 3 3 This was done to create space for construction activities


3.3.3.2 Only trees and shrubs directly affected by the works, and such others as may be approved by the ECO in writing, may be felled or cleared

18 small exotic trees were relocated to pave way for the construction of the sub-station

8.3 3 3

TOTAL 6 6


3.3.4 WATER CONSUMPTION

3.3.4.1 Water for human consumption should be available at the site offices and at other convenient locations on site.

A 25litre container is at the site office and a five litre container is on site where construction activity is taking place

8.3 3 2 Clean the container for drinking water before filling in with water. Also make sure that the container is leak-free

TOTAL 3 2

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 67%

3.3.5 SEWAGE TREATMENT

3.3.5.1 Should there be no other ablution facilities are available, chemical toilets must be supplied (1 per 10 persons) and must be regularly cleaned and maintained by the contractor

Chemical toilets are available on site and are two for men and one for ladies

8.3 3 3 Record of collection is upto date and this must continue

3.3.5.2 Applicant must ensure that no sanitary system is located within a

horizontal distance of 100m from any water course Not applicable (no watercourse within the 100m reach)

8.3 N/A N/A

3.3.5.3 The Contractor should arrange for regular emptying of toilets and will

further be entirely responsible for enforcing their use Well arranged and collection is done by Loo4u who collect twice per week, proof of collection is available on site.

8.3 3 3 Written contract is attached

3.3.5.4 The ablution facilities must be located 100m or more from the

wetland area and its buffers. No wetland in the vicinity

8.3 N/A N/A

TOTAL 6 6

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 100% 3.4 SENSITIVE ECOLOGY

3.4.1 Relocate, demarcate or recommend conservation / preservation measures for any identified ecologically “sensitive” and/or protected species and areas

Not applicable (Site does not have sensitive or protected species)

8.4 * N/A

3.4.2 Point out and/or demarcate all ecologically “sensitive” areas to the

Contractors (e.g. red data habitats & species, rivers, streams, wetlands, sensitive soils, steep slopes and areas susceptible to erosion)


8.4 * N/A

3.4.3 Ensure that ‘No-Go’ areas are clearly demarcated and/or fenced

before construction starts. Barriers are to be maintained in good order throughout the course of the construction


8.4 *


TOTAL 0 #VALUE!

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% 3.5 ROADS

3.5.1 The Contractor will erect and maintain marker pegs along the boundaries of the working areas, access roads, haul roads or paths, to the satisfaction of the Construction Manager, before commencing any other work

Available and the fence will be put in the long run, there are portions where sagging is happening and this is not allowed as animal foot marks and droppings are seen inside the construction footprint area

8.5 3 2 There is a clearly visible barricade around the construction site and a fenced site office. Big and strong poles should be put to avoid push overs by animals as well as wind especially on the construction site. Also ensure that the barricades serve their purpose including not to allow animals to enter.

3.5.2 Ensure that access roads to the site are of a suitable quality to

eliminate soil erosion, and channel storm water into grass buffer area Access road is via a service road which is also used by Raubex.

8.5 3 3

3.5.3 All existing farm roads (private roads) damaged during the

construction phase, should at the end of construction be repaired to the satisfaction of the landowner, as per the conditions of the written contractual agreement between the landowner and Transnet.

The construction site is too small for access roads to be put as well as to be marked but rehabilitation of affected areas will be done after construction

8.5 3 3

TOTAL 9 8 PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 89%

3.6 MATERIALS HANDLING, USE AND STORAGE

3.6.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL STORAGE

3.6.1.1 All hazardous materials will be stored in a secured, designated area that is fenced and has restricted entry.

Not applicable for now

8.6 *

3.6.1.2 Storage of hazardous products shall only take place using suitable

containers approved by the ECO Not applicable for now

8.6 *

3.6.1.3 hazard signs indicating the nature of the stored materials shall be

displayed on the storage facility or containment structure Not applicable for now

8.6 *


100% #DIV/0!

3.6.1 FUEL & GAS STORAGE

3.6.1.1 Fuel should be stored in a secure area in a steel tank supplied and maintained by the Contractor according to safety procedures

There is currently no containment for fuels as the site is not active yet

8.6 * Ensure that this is adhered to as soon as all the activities are in full swing

3.6.1.2 Gas welding cylinders and LPG cylinders should be stored in a secure,

well-ventilated area. The Contractor must supply sufficient fire fighting equipment in event of an accident and strictly no smoking will be allowed where fuel is stored and used.

No gas welding cylinders on site nor in the store room (container). Not needed at the moment

8.6 N/A


TOTAL 0 0

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% #DIV/0!

3.7 EMPR TRAINING

3.7.1 The ECO shall arrange for Environmental Awareness Training programs for the personnel on site and the construction team with the contents of this EMPr, either in written format or verbally.

Environmental awareness training is done every week. It is incorporated in toolbox talks

8.7 3 3 Evidence of awareness training was submitted to the ECO and filed at the construction site.

TOTAL 3 3

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% 100% 4. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN

4.1 VEHICULAR ACCESS AND MOVEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES

4.1.1 All access roads will be marked Access signs and markings to the road on speed limit have been installed

9.1 3 3 The main entrance to the site have been marked with safety warning signs

4.1.2 No illegal use of private roads during construction due to damage

anticipated as a result of heavy vehicles and equipment. Being practised

9.1 3 3

4.1.3 Speed limits shall be enforced in such areas and all drivers shall be

sensitised to this effect Enforced at the entrance by a sign board

9.1 3 3 Speed limit signs are in place and a bigger sign boarder will be erected asap

4.1.4 Upon completion of the project all roads shall be repaired to their

original state Not Applicable for now. Will be done on finishing the construction

9.1 *

4.1.5 No roads shall be cut through river- and stream banks as this may lead

to erosion causing siltation of streams and downstream dams Not Applicable. No watercourse nearby

9.1 *

4.1.6 Soil stabilisation measures to be implemented on steep slopes Rehabilitation of the

excavated ditch is being done concurrently with the construction

9.1 3 3


100% 100%

4.2 MOVEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT

4.2.1 All construction personnel, labourers and equipment remain within the demarcated construction sites at all times.

Being practised

9.2 3 3

4.2.2 Ensure that access to the site, including related infrastructure and

machinery is restricted to authorised personnel only Being practised

9.2 3 3

4.2.3 All equipment transported shall be clearly labelled as to their

potential hazards according to specifications Not applicable at the moment

9.2 *



100% 100%

4.3 VEGETATION

4.3.1 Existing tracks should be used for access wherever possible Being practised 9.3 3 3 4.3.2 Demarcate the construction footprint A net barricade is currently

used to demarcate the construction footprint-Construction site

9.3 3 3

4.3.3 A temporary fence or demarcation must be erected around the

construction area (include the servitude, construction camps, areas where material is stored and the actual footprint of the development) to prevent access to sensitive environs.

Well upright fence is in place at the site office

9.3 3 3

4.3.4 No open fires are permitted within naturally vegetated areas. Being practised 9.3 3 3 4.3.5 Construction workers may not remove flora and neither may anyone

collect seed from the plants without permission from the local authority

Being practised

9.3 3 3

4.3.6 Remove only the vegetation where essential for construction and do

not allow any disturbance to the adjoining natural vegetation cover Only the demarcated area has been cleared

9.3 3 3

4.3.7 Implement and alien invasive plant monitoring and management plan

whereby the spread of alien and invasive plant species into the areas disturbed by construction are regularly removed and re-infestation monitored

Method statement number 32 clearly state the procedure for dealing with invessive species

9.3 3 3 Attach the method statement number 32


100% 100%

4.4 PROTECTION OF FAUNA AND FLORA

4.4.1 Any fauna threatened by construction activities should be removed to safety

Yes, if located will be removed to safety. Nothing has been seen or found to date

9.4 3 3


4.4.2 During construction all vehicles should adhere to demarcated tracks or roads and the speed limit should not exceed 20km/h.

Signs in place and are being adhered to

9.4 3 3 Well in place and the picture is provided as evidence

Done

4.4.3 Where necessary, dust suppression should be done to reduce dust impacts on surrounding areas

Being practised and the green water bowser is being used

9.4 3 3 There is a water bowser on site for dust suppression when situations are dire

4.4.4 All construction staff should undergo environmental induction before

construction commences in order to raise awareness and reduce potential faunal impacts.

Done on the 14th of April 2016

9.4 3 3 The attendance register is attached

4.4.5 All spills of hazardous material should be cleared in the appropriate

manner according to the nature and identity of the spill and all contaminated soil removed from the site

No active use of hazardous chemicals at the moment, the petroleum chemicals like fuels are within the machines tanks and there is no leaking of the hydrocarbons.

9.4 3 3

4.4.6 No hunting of fauna and avifauna shall be tolerated on the Site or

elsewhere No hunting of avifauna is being practised by workers on site

9.4 3 3

4.4.7 No domesticated animals are allowed on site Animal dropings and foot

marks have been seen within the construction footprint

9.4 3 1 The construction footprint must be fully barricated to approximately 1,5m height to completely bar animal entry into the area of operation

4.4.8 Records of any injured or deaths of sensitive species within the

construction site must be kept by the ECO Noted, no record of animal injury or death of sensitive species has been identified and recorded from the site

9.4 3 3

4.4.9 Personnel should be informed of the Animal Protection Act no. 71 of

1962 and encouraged not to harm any wildlife. The people are well informed

9.4 3 3


4.4.10 Vehicles must be regularly checked for oil or hydraulic leaks during the construction phase to prevent pollutants from entering surface and ground water.

No dripping of oil and/or hydrocarbons seen on site. The machinery like compactors and dust suppression water pump were not showing any sign of leakage or dripping.

9.4 3 3


100% 93%

4.5 HERITAGE AND/OR ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES

4.5.1 All identified archaeological material shall be barricaded and marked as no go for the duration of the construction phase.

Not applicable

9.5 *

4.5.2 If any archaeological material (e.g. fossils, bones, artefacts etc.) is

found during excavation, the Contractor shall stop work immediately and inform the ECO and Transnet

Not applicable

9.5 *

4.5.3 The ECO shall inform South African Heritage Resources Agency

(SAHRA) and arrange for a registered heritage specialist to inspect, and if necessary excavate the material, subject to acquiring the necessary approval from SAHRA.

Not applicable

9.5 *

4.5.4 The Contractor shall not recommence working in that area until

written permission has been received from the SAHRA

Not applicable

9.5 *

4.5.5 Under no circumstances may any heritage material be destroyed or

removed from site until the necessary approval has been obtained from SAHRA

Not applicable

9.5 *


100% N/A

4.6 ACCESS ROADS

4.6.1 Construction staff may only use authorised paths and roads. The proclaimed speed limit must be strictly adhered to

Being practised

9.6 3 3 There is only one way the exits the construction site to the site office and out of the premises

4.6.2 If two-way traffic movement is to take place, passing bays are to be

used to prevent access / detours into the surrounding areas. The drivers delivering construction materials to site are to be made aware of this.

The service road that is used as access has passing bays

9.6 3 3


100% 100%

4.7 SERVICING AND REFUELLING OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

4.7.1 The ground under the servicing and refuelling areas must be protected against pollution caused by spills and / or tank overfills (bunded / lined).

No refueling on site

9.7 * *

4.7.2 The Contractor may only change oil or lubricant at agreed and

designated locations, except during emergency repair, following which any accidental spillages will be cleaned up / removed immediately

Not applicable for now

9.7 * *


4.7.3 Drip trays must be placed under vehicles and machinery that are stationary

The existing drip tray to be replaced by a metal one.

9.7 3 2 Availabe on site but should be replaced by a metal tray. There is minimum activity on site and very few machines are available

4.7.4 No vehicles or equipment with leaks or causing spills will be permitted to operate at any of the construction sites

Yes

9.7 3 3

4.7.5 Fuel storage area should be located on a slab and be contained within

a bund capable of containing at least 110% of the total volume in the containers.

Will be done as soon as construction machinery are on site

9.7 * *

4.7.6 Temporary fuel storage tanks and transfer areas also need to be

located on an adequately bunded surface to contain accidental spillages

No temporary fuel storage on site at the moment

9.7 * *

TOTAL 6 5

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 83%

4.8 WASTE MANAGEMENT

4.8.1 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT

4.8.1.1

An adequate number of ‘scavenger proof’ refuse bins must be provided at the construction site

All bins have lids that are attached to the main bin

9.8 3 3 Additional bins have been put and are marked.

4.8.1.2

The Contractor will ensure that all personnel deposit waste in the waste bins provided

Plastic papers, organic waste and used tea bags are scattered as well as stuck on the baricades or fences

9.8 3 1 The contractor to clear the surrounding of general waste as well as plastic papers, containers and organic waste. A daily practice of checking the surrounds to ensure that operations occur in a clean and smart environment. The workers should utilise the available marked bins for waste management purposes.

04-Nov-16

4.8.1.3

All waste must be transported in an appropriate manner (e.g. plastic rubbish bags) and disposed of at a registered waste disposal site. Proof of safe disposal must be kept on site.

The local authority was communicated with and will be allowing the contractor to use the facilities

9.8 3 3 An electronic copy was send to the ECOand the hard copy was filed on site

4.8.1.4

The Contactor may not dispose of any waste and / or construction debris by burning, or burying.

Noted

9.8 3 3

4.8.1.5

Waste bins to emptied weekly Being practised

9.8 3 3

TOTAL 15 13


PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 93%

4.8.2 LIQUID WASTE MANAGEMENT

4.8.2.1

An adequate number of drums must be provided at the construction site

Not applicable at the moment and no liquid waste is being released nor used at the moment

9.8 *

4.8.2.2

These drums must be provided with lids and an external closing mechanism to prevent their contents from rain

Not applicable at the moment

9.8 *

4.8.2.3

The Contractor will ensure that all personnel discharge waste water in the drums provided.


9.8 *

4.8.2.4

All waste must be transported in an appropriate manner and disposed of at a registered waste disposal site

Liquid waste from chemical toilets is emptied twice weekly by Loo4u

9.8 3 3 A record of collection by an authorised contractor has been submitted to the ECO and a copy has been filed on site

TOTAL 3 3

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 100%

4.9 SURFACE AND GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT

4.9.1 No unauthorised activities should occur within a 100m or within the 1:100 year flood line.

Compliant

9.9 *

4.9.2 The Contractor must take reasonable precautions to prevent the

pollution of the ground and water resources on and adjacent to the site as a result of his activities

Use of impermeable surface like mortar boards and a lined mixing area will be implemented as soon as mixing of material begins

9.9 3 3

4.9.3 No surface, ground water or storm water may be polluted as a result

of any activities on the site Contaminated and partially affected areas will be rehabilitated to the approval of the ECO

9.9 3 3

4.9.4 Erosion control measures must be implemented to reduce erosion and

sedimentation Method statement number 16 addresses this issue

9.9 3 3

4.9.5 No natural watercourse is to be used for the cleaning of tools or any

other apparatus. This includes for purposes of bathing, or the washing of clothes etc

No natural water body closeby

9.9 3 3 Washing of body and clothes is done at the laboures homes

4.9.6 All washing operations will take place off-site at a location where

wastewater can be disposed of in an acceptable manner. Not applicable at the moment

9.9 *

4.9.7 No extraction of water from any natural resources without the

relevant authorisation Main supply from Transnet Belfast

9.9 3 3 Water is used for drinking and dust suppression on site and the contractor has been advised to get water from the Transnet facility at Belfast node point especially for dust suppression and for construction activities.

TOTAL 15 15

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 100%

4.10 SENSITIVE AREAS (WETLANDS AND BUFFERS)

4.10.1 Sediment barriers must be properly maintained throughout construction and reinstalled as necessary until replaced by permanent erosion controls or restoration of adjacent upland areas is complete.

Method statement number 16 addresses this issue

9.10 3 3


4.10.2 A temporary fence or demarcation must be erected around the works area to prevent access to sensitive environments. The works areas generally include the construction camp(s) and areas where material is stored

Fence and baricades are well installed

9.10 3 3

4.10.3 Cordon-off areas that are under rehabilitation as no-go areas using

appropriate measures. If necessary, these areas should be dropped off to prevent vehicular, pedestrian and livestock access


9.10 *

4.10.4 Remove only the vegetation where essential for construction and do

not allow any disturbance to the adjoining natural vegetation cover Being practised

9.10 3 3

4.10.5 Protect all areas susceptible to erosion and ensure that there is no

undue soil erosion resultant from activities within and adjacent to the construction camp and work areas

Being practised

9.10 3 3

4.10.6 Runoff from roads must be managed to avoid erosion and pollution

problems No active road or access roads are expected throughout the construction time

9.10 3 3


100% 100%

4.11 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

4.11.1 Ensure that proper training and education of all personnel on site who will be handling the material about its proper use, handling and disposal is undertaken

This will be done in accordance with the suppliar's MSDS and according to method statement 19

9.11 3 3

4.11.2 Establish an emergency procedure for dealing with spills or toxic

substances. This will be done in accordance with the suppliar's MSDS and according to method statement 19

9.11 3 3

4.11.3 Storage of all hazardous material is to be safe, tamper proof and under

strict control Not applicable at the moment

9.11 * Will be done in accordance with method statement 19, 10 and 8 as well as folowing the MSDS

4.11.4 Petroleum, chemical, harmful and hazardous waste throughout the site must be stored in appropriate, well maintained containers.

No hydrocarbon storage on site, even for inorganic chemicals. This is so mainly because of less activity on site

9.11 * Will be done in accordance with method statement 19, 10 and 8 as well as folowing the MSDS

TOTAL 6 6

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 100%

4.12 OIL SPILL MANAGEMENT


4.12.1 All significant spills must be reported to the ECO within 24 hours. Yes

9.12 3 3 The ECO is always on site, a record will be kept if any spills occur and will ensure they are treated according using appropriate material from the spill kit

4.12.2 A mobile oil spill kit must be available on site at all time Available

9.12 3 3 The construction supervisor has been trained on how to use and handle oil spillages from site

4.12.3 The oil spill clean-up and rehabilitation standard need to be

implemented. The procedure and implementation plan is in the method statement

9.12 3 3 Drills on how to handle spills and records should be available as evidence on spill management from employees


100% 100%

4.13 STORM WATER MANAGEMENT

4.13.1 Ensure that rainwater containing pollutants does not run-off into natural areas and thus result in a pollution threat

Noted

9.13 3 3 This is incoporated in the method statement

4.13.2 Storm water management plan must be implemented Yes

9.13 3 3 The plan to be incoporated in the site plan and should follow contours

4.13.3 The client must ensure that the drainage diversion system is fully

operational to divert runoff from areas of potential pollution, e.g. batching area, vehicle maintenance area, workshops, chemical and fuel stores, etc

Noted

9.13 3 3 The natural system is ensuring water diversion is perfect

4.13.4 Storm water shall be diverted from the construction works. Where

necessary, works must be constructed to attenuate the velocity of the storm water discharge

Yes

9.13 3 3 The natural system is ensuring water diversion is perfect

4.13.5 Increased runoff due to vegetation clearance and/or soil compaction

must be managed and steps must be taken to ensure that storm water does not lead to excessive levels of silt entering the watercourses

Noted

9.13 3 3 No watercourse nearby

4.13.6 Effort shall be made to ensure that storm water leaving the

construction site is not contaminated by any substance, whether solid, liquid or gas

Noted

9.13 * * Not applicable at the moment

TOTAL 15 15

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 100%

4.14 FIRE


4.14.1 A fire Management Plan and Fire Protection plan should be put in place by the Contractor and Transnet. Landowners must be consulted in order to incorporate their specific fire fighting measures.

Noted and the fire extinguishers are on site. Method statement number 12

9.14 3 3 The fire management plan to be in place and this will incoporate the landowners fire fighting measures

4.14.2 Fuels or chemicals must be stored at the designated storage area No hydrocarbon storage on site, even for inorganic chemicals. This is so mainly because of less activity on site

9.14 *

4.14.3 Gas and liquid fuels may not be stored in the same storage area Noted and will be followed

9.14 3 3 Separate storage areas for gas and liquids will be constructed as soon as the use of such material arise on site

4.14.4 All fire control mechanisms (fire fighting equipment) will be routinely inspected by a qualified investigator for efficacy and be approved by local fire services

Service is upto date

9.14 3 3 Next service date is 2017

4.14.5 The Contractor must ensure that there is adequate fire-fighting

equipment at the fuel stores in case of emergency Noted

9.14 3 3 Fire extinguishers are all on site from site office as well as on construction site

4.14.6 No open fires for heating or cooking will be permitted on site, unless

otherwise agreed and then only on designated areas No cooking on site is happening and there is a dedicated area for smoking

9.14 3 3 Heating is mainly from the electrical mains supply


4.14.7 Designated smoking areas should be provided, with special bins for discarding of cigarette stump

Well provided and marked

9.14 3 3 Available from the site office


100% 100%

4.15 AIR POLLUTION

4.15.1 Appropriate dust suppression measures or temporary stabilising mechanisms will be used when dust generation is unavoidable

A water bowser is on the stand-by for dust suppression purposes

9.15 3 3 A stand-by water bowser is available

4.15.2 No burning of waste material, such as vegetation from any clearing

operations is allowed No evidence of burning on site

9.15 3 3 All personnel on site are advised not to burn waste or anything

4.15.3 If dust-damping measures are deemed inadequate, work will cease

until wind speeds drop to an acceptable level Noted

9.15 3 3 Small and compact area has limited access routes

TOTAL 9 9

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 100%

4.16 NOISE

4.16.1 Noise generating activities with output levels of 85dB or more must be scheduled between 07H00-17H00 Mondays to Fridays and weekends as required and with permission of the ECO

Noise generation is still low at the moment

9.16 3 3 A schedule will be designed and used upon approval by the ECO, that will as soon as construction is at full swing

4.16.2 Any complaints pertaining to noise must be recorded and reported to

the ECO and addressed accordingly Yes

9.16 3 3 The complaints book is on site for any environmental complaints


100% 100%

4.17 VISUAL

4.17.1 Soil excavated (if any) must not be stockpiled above 2m There are small heaps and maximum height of the existing stockpile is less than 1.5m metres, the material will be used at backfilling the trenches

9.17 3 3 Compliant and the material will be used for backfilling during rehabilitation


4.17.2 All temporary structures erected on site for the purposes of the project’s construction phase will be removed from site upon completion of the project

Will be done

9.17 3 3 This activity will only be done on completion of the construction phase

4.17.3 The site must be clean and tidy at all times The construction site was

having litter from wood straps and plastic containers.

9.17 3 2 Contractor is advised to adjust on the housekeeping standards of all the construction footprint.

04-Nov-16 TOTAL 9 8 PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED

100% 89%

4.18 EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING AND TRENCHING

4.18.1 Excavations must not be left open for longer than 30 days where at all possible

Compliant, the existing trenches are only six days old and are expected to be filled the first week of November 2016

9.18 3 3

28-Nov-16 4.18.2 Excavations must be barricaded/ fenced off at all times Excavations which are a

result of the project construction activity are within baricades

9.18 3 3 The area is under proper control especially the active site


100% 100%

4.19 AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES

4.19.1 Avoid unnecessary destruction of crops by remaining within the servitude at all times

Being practised

9.19 3 3 The operational site is far from the farmland and there is a clear area between the two

4.19.2 No form of disturbance of agricultural stock will be permitted for

whatever reason, except for all approved activities Being practised

9.19 3 3 The construction site is too small and the labour force is small as well and easy to control or manage

TOTAL 6 6 PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% 100%

4.20 EROSION AND CONTROL


4.20.1 Prior to construction, all topsoil (top 300mm as a minimum) must be stripped and stockpiled separately from subsoil and rocky material.

Being practised

9.20 3 3 Stockpiles are separated according to soil type, structure and layering

4.20.2 Soil must be stripped in a phased manner so as to retain vegetation

cover for as long as possible Being practised

9.20 3 3 The construction of a substation will not require too much stripping of soil material and some of the material will be used in backfilling especially the subsoil

4.20.3 Stockpiled topsoil should not be compacted and should be replaced as the final soil layer

Being practised

9.20 3 3 No compactionof top soil is being done on site

4.20.4 No vehicles/equipment may be allowed access onto the stockpiles

after they have been placed Being practised

9.20 3 3 No vehicle or machinery will be allowed on top of the rich top soil

4.20.5 Topsoil obtained from sites with different soil types must not be

mixed No mixing of top and subsoil

9.20 3 3 All the soils are separated during stripping and stockpiled separately

4.20.6 Topsoil stockpiles must not be contaminated with any foreign matter,

which may inhibit the later growth of vegetation and microorganisms in the soil

Being practised

9.20 3 3 No contamination of top soil stockpiles

4.20.7 Soil must not be stockpiled on drainage lines or near watercourses No watercourse nearby

9.20 3 3

4.20.8 Sensitive areas such as watercourses should be cordoned off so that

vehicles and construction personnel cannot gain access to these areas No watercourse nearby

9.20 3 3 No sensitive areas are near the construction site

4.20.9 Any runnels or erosion channels will be backfilled and compacted, and

the area/s restored to a proper condition Noted

9.20 3 3 There is limited expected erosion from the site mainly because of the slope angle of the area

4.20.10 Limit ponding on the surface and ensure storm water runoff is

channelled from the site. The method used will be appropriate to the expected storm water flows and the topography and geology of the site.

Noted

9.20 3 3 There is perfect Drainage from site

TOTAL 30 30 PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% 100%

4.21 USE OF CEMENT AND CONCRETE

4.21.1 The batching / mixing area must be properly designated and indicated on the site plan and it will be kept neat and clean at all times

No mixing is happening on site currently

9.21 * Construction s still at its infancy stages where use of cement and water is not being done (only trenching)

4.21.2 No batching / mixing activities will occur on a permeable surface Nomixing on site

9.21 *

4.21.3 All runoff from such areas will be strictly controlled, with

contaminated water collected, stored / contained and disposed of at an approved waste disposal site

Noted

9.21 *


4.21.4 Unused cement bags will be stored appropriately so as not to be affected by rain / runoff

Packed at the container's corner and have not been used since they were delivered to the site

9.21 3 3

4.21.5 Used cement bags will be stored so as to prevent windblown dust and

potential water contamination Noted

9.21 *

4.21.6 Used bags will be disposed of regularly via the solid waste

management system No mixing has been done on the construction site to date but a handling and disposal procedure or method statement is being prepared by the SHE manager.

9.21 *

4.21.7 All contaminated water and fines from exposed aggregate finishes will

be collected and stored in sumps for disposal at an approved waste disposal site.


9.21 *

TOTAL 3 3

PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% 100% 4.22 SITE CLEAN-UP AND REHABILITATION

4.22.1 The Contractor must ensure that all temporary structures, materials, waste and facilities used for construction activities are removed upon completion of the project


9.22 * Will only be done at the end o the construction phase

4.22.2 Fully rehabilitate (e.g. clear and clean area, rake, pack branches etc.)

all disturbed areas and protect them from erosion Not applicable at the moment

9.22 * The rehabilitation process will see some of these issues being addressed and that would be at the end of the project life cycle

4.22.3 No discarded materials of any nature shall be buried on the site or on

any other land within the site Not applicable at the moment


4.22.4 Re-seeding shall be done on disturbed areas as directed by the ECO. Not applicable at the moment


4.22.5 The Contractor shall dispose of all excess material on site in an

appropriate manner and at a designated place Not applicable at the moment


TOTAL 0 0 PERCENTAGE ACHIEVED 100% N/A

2 SUMMARY OF RESULTS

ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS AVERAGE SCORE

1. ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION CONDITIONS 98% 2. METHOD STATEMENTS 100% 3.1 NEGOTIATIONS WITH AFFECTED LANDOWNERS 100% 3.2 COMMISSIONING OF TENDER 100% 3.3 SITE ESTABLISHMENT 86% 3.3,2 SITE CAMPS 89% 3.3,3 VEGETATION CLEARING

100% 3.3,4 WATER CONSUMPTION 67% 3.3,5 SEWAGE TREATMENT 100% 3,4 SENSITIVE ECOLOGY N/A 3,5 ROADS 89% 3,6 MATERIAL HANDLING N/A 3,6,1 FUEL AND GAS STORAGE

N/A 3,7 EMPr TRAINING 100% 4,1 VEHICULAR ACCESS 100% 4.2 MOVEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT 100% 4.3 VEGETATION 100% 4,4 PROTECTION OF FAUNA AND FLORA 93% 4,5 HERITAGE AND/OR ARCHAELOGICAL

N/A 4,6 ACCESS ROADS 100% 4,7 SERVICING 83% 4,8 WASTE MANAGEMENT 93% 4,8,2 LIQUID WASTE MANAGEMENT 100% 4,9 SURFACE AND GROUND WATER 100% 4,10 SENSITIVE AREAS (WETLANDS)

100% 4,11 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 100% 4,12 OIL SPILL MANAGEMENT 100% 4,13 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT 100% 4,14 FIRE 100% 4,15 AIR POLLUTION 100% 4,16 NOISE

100% 4,17 VISUAL 89%

4,18 EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING AND TRENCHING 100%

4,19 AGRICULTURE ACTIVITIES 100%

4,20 EROSION AND CONTROL 100%

4,21 USE OF CEMENT AND CONCRETE 100%

4,22 SITE CLEANUP AND REHABILITATION N/A

OVERAL SCORE 96,45%

Below is a table and graph summarising the audit findings


Table 1: Summary of Audit Findings

Figure 1: Audit findings

Figure 2: Monthly Comparative Assessment


3 Conclusion

The audit focused on environmental responsibilities in order to measure environmental

compliance, the audit also promoted awareness and understanding of liability. All the

audit findings should be considered and addressed through actions that ensure closeout

on each of the findings. Each finding should be evaluated, assessed and treated in

accordance with the legal risk exposure. Please remember that the audit was merely a

sample of a specific area at a specific moment in time.

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