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Buckingham Way Residential Development

Fauna Management Plan

Prepared for LandCorp by Strategen February 2014


Fauna Management Plan

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Report Version Revision

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Preliminary Draft Report A Client review E Congear / R Banks

Electronic 11 March 2013

Draft Report B Submission to client E Congear / R Banks

Electronic 5 April 2013

Final Report 0 Submission to DSEWPaC for

comment

E Congear / R Banks

Electronic 28 June 2013

Final Draft Report C Submission to client C Roberts / R Banks Electronic 17 January 2014

Final Report 2 Submission to DotE for approval

E Congear / R Banks

Electronic 21 January 2014

Final Report 3 Submission to DotE for approval

E Congear / R Banks

Electronic and hard

copy

11 February 2014

Filename: LAN12302_01 R001 Rev 3 - 11 February 2014


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Table of contents 1. Background 1

1.1 Location of development 1

1.2 Purpose and scope 1

2. Implementation 5

2.1 Responsibilities 5

2.1.1 LandCorp project manager 5

2.1.2 Construction contractor 5

2.1.3 Shire of Collie personnel/contractors 5

2.2 Induction and training 6

3. Environmental setting 8

3.1 Description of factor 8

3.1.1 Species of conservation significance 8

3.1.2 Fauna habitat assessment 9

4. Fauna management plan 10

4.1 Potential sources of impact to be managed 10

4.2 Performance objectives 10

4.3 Management 10

4.4 Monitoring and reporting 12

4.5 Contingencies 13

4.6 Review 14

4.7 Auditing 14

4.8 Reporting 15

5. References 16

List of tables Table 1 Listed fauna species that have potential to occur within the Project Area 8

Table 2 Environmental aspects to be managed and potential impacts 10

Table 3 Management objectives, targets and performance indicators 10

Table 4 F Measures to manage impacts to fauna 11

Table 5 Monitoring requirements 12

Table 6 Reporting requirements 13

Table 7 Contingency actions 14

List of figures Figure 1 Structure Plan 3

Figure 2 Buckingham way staged development 7


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1. Background LandCorp has received approval to develop the Buckingham Way Residential Development in Collie

Western Australia. The Buckingham Way Residential Development (the project) was referred to the

Western Australian Planning Commission and subsequently assessed and approved with conditions in

September 2012. In addition to planning approval, the project was subject to assessment under

environmental legislation including the Commonwealth Environmental Protection and Biodiversity

Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) and the Country Areas and Water Supply Act 1947 (CAWS Act).

The project received approval from the former Department of Sustainability Environment Water Population

and Communities (DSEWPaC; now Department of the Environment (DotE)) and the Department of Water

under the EPBC Act and CAWS Act respectively, granted on 3 July 2012 and 29 February 2012

respectively. 1.1 Location of development The project area is located approximately 1.5 km north of the Collie town centre, currently comprises four

lots totalling 39.7 ha. The site is bound by Booth Street to the north, Buckingham Way and Atkinson Street

to the east, Hodgson Terrace to the south and Harris River Road to the west (Figure 1). 1.2 Purpose and scope This fauna management plan (FMP) has been prepared to satisfy Condition 3(a) of Approval EPBC

2011/6049 for ‘Stage 2 Buckingham Way’ which specifically details the following:

Prepare and submit a (FMP) for Minister’s approval. The FMP must detail the following:

i. potential impacts to listed threatened Black Cockatoo species

ii. management actions to be undertaken to avoid, minimise or mitigate impacts to Black

Cockatoos and their habitat

iii. measures to prevent impacts from occurring adjacent to the development zone

iv. weed and plant disease controls within the project boundary

v. roles and responsibilities of contractors, staff and the person taking the action pre and

post construction

vi. outcomes to be achieved and targets indicating successful achievements of these

outcomes

vii. appropriate corrective or contingency measures if strategy or indicator is not achieved

viii. program for monitoring and reporting to WA DEC and the DSEWPaC

ix. timeframes for the implementation and management of the above measures.

The approved FMP must be implemented.


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Structure Plan Area

Existing Cadastre

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Detail Area Plan

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Design Code of R15 applies

Unless other wise shown a Residential

AND DESIGNATIONS

STRUCTURE PLAN AREAS

Fuel Reduction Area

Delegated under S.20 of the WAPC Act 1985

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the subdivision and development stage

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Changes to POS areas, Group Housing K.S. 22.03.2011

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SHEET 2 OF 2

BUCKINGHAM WAY, COLLIE

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STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS


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2. Implementation This FMP will be implemented by LandCorp. A suitably qualified fauna sub-consultant will be engaged to

carry out any required fauna relocation actions. Appropriate licences will be sought in advance of these

actions being undertaken.

The FMP contains actions that will be implemented at each stage of clearing to address the likelihood of

recolonisation of the remnant vegetation and the potential impact of construction vehicles and staff

operating on site as it progresses through the stages of development.

Vegetation clearing and construction will take place in a staged manner in accordance with Figure 2.

Timeframes for staging are dependent on market demands. 2.1 Responsibilities All contractors and staff from the Shire of Collie will be required to operate in accordance with this FMP.

Key personnel and responsibilities are described in the following sections: 2.1.1 LandCorp project manager The primary responsibilities of the project manager include:

• act as primary liaison between LandCorp and the construction contractor and Shire of Collie

• ensure all contracts contain relevant environmental management provisions

• review final report provided by the construction contractor

• provide support to the construction contractor and Shire of Collie personnel as required

• review the effectiveness of this FMP in achieving environmental objectives, including a review of

any corrective actions

• report to regulatory authorities as required as part of approval conditions. 2.1.2 Construction contractor The primary responsibilities of the construction contractor include:

• overall accountability to ensure construction activities do not adversely impact upon fauna by way

of correct FMP implementation

• ensure all site personnel attend inductions and any required training programs and are aware of

the requirements of the FMP and related procedures

• ensure environmental incidents are reported to the project manager in accordance with the FMP

• review and ensure closing out of any corrective actions

• provide support to contractors and onsite project personnel as required during the construction

phase. 2.1.3 Shire of Collie personnel/contractors Responsibilities of contractors include:

• implementation of the FMP

• compliance with all applicable legal requirements and those specified in the FMP

• report all environmental incidents to the construction contractor

• attend environmental inductions or any other training as required by this FMP.


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2.2 Induction and training Inductions will be provided to contractors outlining the context and management covered in this FMP prior

to commencing work on site. The basic induction will be provided to all personnel and will cover their

responsibilities for supporting environmental management of the site. Induction records to be retained by

the construction contractor.

TME Town Planning Management Engineering Pty.Ltd. (08) 9791 4411

FIGURE 2 BUCKINGHAM WAY SUBDIVISION STAGING PLAN

THIS PLAN HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PLANNING PURPOSES AREAS, CONTOURS AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE SUBJECT TO SURVEY

COPYRIGHT THIS DOCUMENT IS AND SHALL REMAIN THE PROPERTY OF TME TOWN PLANNING MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING PTY LTD. THE DOCUMENT MAY ONLY BE USED FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT WAS COMMISSIONED AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF ENGAGMENT FOR THE COMMISSION, UNAUTHORISED USE OF THE DOCUMENT IN ANY FORM IS PROHIBITED.

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REVISION DESCRIPTION AUTHOR DATE REF NO 12253

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SUBJECT LAND

STAGE 1 - 11 LOTS

STAGE 2 - 20 LOTS

STAGE 3 - 27 LOTS

STAGE 4 - 30 LOTS

STAGE 5 - 28 LOTS

STAGE 6 - 34 LOTS

STAGE 7 - 35 LOTS

STAGE 8 - 30 LOTS

STAGE 9 - 27 LOTS

TOTAL 242 LOTS

NOTES Stage 3 contains a Superlot which is subject to a DAP but it is expected to create an additional three lots bringing the total number of lots in the development to 244. Stage 1 was constructed in accordance with WAPC subdivision approval Ref No 131663 dated 29th August 2006.

Local POS not included in stage lot numbers.


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3. Environmental setting 3.1 Description of factor A Level 1 fauna survey of the project area was undertaken by GHD in 2006, followed by a Level 2 fauna

survey in 2010, undertaken by Greg Harewood (Harewood 2010).

The 2010 survey included the following:

• a desktop analysis to determine species with the potential to occur in the project area based on

the surveys undertaken to date and database searches

• a trapping program targeting conservation significant mammal species of most concern (e.g.

Chuditch)

• a black-cockatoo habitat assessment

• a western ringtail possum habitat assessment (including nocturnal surveys)

• infra red camera and bat detector recordings

• daytime bird surveys and opportunistic observations for evidence of other conservation significant

species. 3.1.1 Species of conservation significance Three vertebrate fauna species of conservation significance (as listed under the EPBC Act; Wildlife

Conservation Act 1950 [WC Act]: Specially Protected Fauna Notice 2010[2]; or the list of Declared

Threatened Fauna [DEC 2010]) were positively identified during the site surveys from within the project

area. These include:

• Calyptorhynchus baudinii – Baudin’s black-cockatoo (EPBC Act: Vulnerable; Schedule 1 of the

WC Act)

• Calyptorhynchus banksii naso – forest red-tailed black-cockatoo (EPBC Act: Vulnerable;

Schedule 1 of the WC Act)

• Falsistrellus mackenziei – western false pipistrelle (DEC Priority 4).

Although no other species of conservation significance were identified during the site surveys, there is

potential for other conservation significant species to occur, use or visit the site. This is based on known

occurrences in the surrounding areas and/or the presence of suitable habitat in the project area.

Table 1 lists the species of conservation significance that may occur in the project area together with an

assessment of the likelihood of their occurrence.

Table 1 Listed fauna species that have potential to occur within the Project Area

Species Conservation status (WA)

Likelihood of occurrence

Comment

Calyptorhynchus baudinii Baudin`s black-cockatoo

S1* Confirmed Calls heard during site survey; foraging evidence found

Calyptorhynchus banksii naso Forest red-tailed black-cockatoo

S1* Confirmed Sighted several times within the survey area and nearby; foraging evidence found

Falsistrellus mackenziei Western False Pipistrelle

P4 Confirmed Recorded during bat survey

Calyptorhynchus latirostris Carnaby`s black-cockatoo

S1* Likely Likely to visit on occasion due to suitable foraging habitat, potential breeding habitat and known occurrences in the wider region

Merops ornatus Rainbow bee-eater

S3* Likely Likely to visit site during seasonal migrations to the south west


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Species Conservation status (WA)

Likelihood of occurrence

Comment

Dasyurus geoffroii Chuditch

S1* Possible Although there are numerous records in the surrounding area, this species was not identified on site, possibly due to marginal habitat and the presence of the nearby industrial estate

Pseudocheirus occidentalis Western ringtail possum

S1* Possible The site is unlikely to support a population of this species; however individuals may pass through the site between adjoining bush remnants

Phascogale tapoatafa spp. Southern brush-tailed phascogale

S1 Possible Status on site difficult to determine though lack of captures suggest it is absent

Ctenotus delli Dell’s ctenotus

P4 Possible Status on site difficult to determine; site is at the extreme southern limit of species range

Morelia spilota imbricata Southern carpet python

S4 Possible Marginal habitat on site; frequent fires and sparse ground cover may make it difficult for species to persist

Tyto novaehollandiae Masked owl

P3 Possible May very occasionally reside in the general area

Apus pacificus Fork-tailed swift

S3* Possible Rare seasonal vagrant; may forage in the area but very unlikely to roost

Isoodon obesulus fusciventer Quenda

P5 Possible May occur in very low numbers; however trapping and survey results have not identified this species on site

Falco peregrinus Peregrine falcon

S4 Unlikely Uncommon and unlikely to be resident in area but study site may form part of larger home range

*Also listed under the Commonwealth EPBC Act

S1–S4: listed as threatened species under the Wildlife Conservation Act 1950

P1–P5: listed as priority species by Department of Environment and Conservation

A further 14 species were listed in various databases or publications but are unlikely to occur due to a lack

of suitable habitat, presence of feral predators, or known local or regional extinction. Although some of

these species may be present within larger bush remnants of the wider region, they are not discussed

further in this document as potential impacts to these species from the proposed action are considered

negligible. 3.1.2 Fauna habitat assessment An assessment was carried out targeting the potential habitats of listed threatened vertebrate species

potentially occurring in the project area, with the aim of determining the likelihood of these species using

habitats within the project area. The assessment involved a review of available information on the habitats

of the threatened species listed as well as results of various field surveys.

In addition, details on specific habitat components such as significant trees with hollows, loose bark, fallen

hollow logs, and the amount of leaf litter were noted if present.

A total of 113 trees were observed to contain a hollow suitable for vertebrate fauna within the project area

(Harewood 2010). Fallen hollow logs were uncommon to rare and there was a lack of dense co-dominant

plant species in most areas (i.e. low trees such as Banksia, Casuarina or Nuytsia).

The project area has been subject to variable amounts of historical and ongoing disturbances such as

frequent fires, firebreak and access track construction, historical timber harvesting, illegal firewood

collecting, illegal rubbish and garden waste dumping, four-wheel driving, off road motorcycle riding and

BMX track construction. These various disturbances have reduced, and continue to reduce the site’s

overall value to fauna.


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4. Fauna management plan 4.1 Potential sources of impact to be managed Potential impacts on fauna are presented in Table 2.

Table 2 Environmental aspects to be managed and potential impacts

Environmental aspect Potential impact

Clearing of approximately 30 ha of native vegetation

Loss of foraging and potential Black Cockatoo breeding habitat

Fragmentation of vegetation/habitat (fauna movement restricted)

Fauna death or injury during clearing and construction

Generation of rubbish from site works may encourage feral fauna

Uncontrolled bush fires Loss of foraging and potential breeding habitat

Fauna death or injury from uncontrolled bush fires

Spreading of dieback (Phytophthora) Loss of foraging and potential breeding habitat 4.2 Performance objectives Management objectives for fauna have been determined based on advice provided by DSEWPaC and

DEC through project approvals. Management objectives, targets and performance indicators are

summarised in Table 3.

Table 3 Management objectives, targets and performance indicators

Management objective Target Performance indicator

Minimise impacts to local terrestrial fauna populations.

No clearing or disturbance of habitat outside the development zone.

Visual observations.

Environmental incident reports.

A fauna relocation program shall be implemented (determined in consultation with DEC) prior to clearing occurring.

Number of animals translocated.

Minimise direct impacts of site works on local terrestrial fauna populations.

Implementation of site controls in accordance with the FMP.



Ensure site works and construction activities do not increase weeds and introduced species.

All domestic rubbish (that may attract feral fauna) deposited into covered rubbish bins.



The presence of introduced species and weeds, including Phytophthora is not increased as a result of clearing activities.


Visual observations. 4.3 Management Management actions have been identified in Table 4 to assist in achieving fauna management objectives

outlined in Section 4.1.


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Table 4 F Measures to manage impacts to fauna

Environmental aspect

Management measure Timing Responsibility

Habitat retention and protection

All areas of retained vegetation will be identified using GPS coordinates referenced to the Civil Engineers site clearing drawing. Monitoring of areas to be retained will be undertaken in real-time by machine operators using GPS software linked to the machinery. Warnings will be provided by the software if machinery is identified to be close to clearing boundaries.

Setting out of the works will be carried out by a qualified surveyor. No personnel may enter the area unless authorised by the Developer / construction contractor.

Prior to and during clearing and construction

Developer/ construction contactor

Public access restricted to designated tracks and points of vehicle access through installation of signage indicating vegetation is being retained.

At all times Developer/ construction contactor

Induction All contractors will undergo a site induction prior to commencing work on site. The induction will detail the following:

• fauna management strategies (including fauna encounter)

• hygiene management measures

• demarcation and areas of no entry

• waste management.

Contractors will undertake works in accordance with an approved Construction Environmental Management Plan.

Prior to mobilisation on-site

Developer

Native fauna encounter

Allow native animals encountered on site the opportunity to move on if there is no threat to personal safety in doing so.

During clearing and construction

Developer and construction personnel

Contact the DPaW wild care 24 hour emergency hotline if sick or injured animals are encountered to rescue the animals

As required Construction contractor

Uncontrolled bush fires

Implement the fire management plan to ensure protection to life, property and the environment from uncontrolled bush fires.

At all times Developer/ construction contactor

Public access throughout remnant vegetation restricted to walking/cycling paths (i.e. no vehicular access). Public access will be restricted through the installation of signage identifying rehabilitation activities to be implemented.

During clearing and construction

Developer/ Shire of Collie

Dieback (Phytophthora cinnamomi)

The induction program will include hygiene training to

ensure all personnel are aware of the requirements to

prevent the spread of weeds and diseases.

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Developer

Machinery, equipment, tools and footwear will be cleaned down prior to arrival and departure from site, from areas known or thought to be dieback infected.

Cleaning will be undertaken offsite on bitumen areas surrounding the project area.

Prior to and during site works

Developer/ construction contactor

Weed control Initial weed control will be undertaken as part of rehabilitation activities, as detailed in the Rehabilitation Management Plan.

Winter – prior to rehabilitation activities

Weed contractor

As part of environmental awareness training, all site personnel will be made aware of their responsibilities in regards to minimizing the risks of introducing or spreading weeds and/or plant pathogens.

Prior to mobilisation on site

Weed contractor

Black Cockatoo No clearing activities or bush fire management measures undertaken during known black-cockatoo breeding or fledgling periods (January to March and July to November). Where clearing within these periods is unavoidable, a suitably qualified fauna expert will be present on site during clearing activities.

Throughout construction

Developer/ Construction contractor


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Environmental aspect

Management measure Timing Responsibility

Retain dead, standing or fallen timber where practicable and relocate cleared logs to rehabilitated areas.



Native fauna protection

Minimise trenching periods, provide trench ramps and bridging and monitor trench filling.



Feeding of fauna, hunting or keeping of firearms or pets on site is prohibited.

At all times Contractor

Enforce a maximum speed limit of 40 km/h in construction areas


Deposit food scraps and other domestic waste into covered waste disposal bins.


Trapping and translocation

Fauna trapping and translocation for any conservation significant species will be undertaken across the whole site prior to clearing.

Fauna trapping and translocation will be undertaken opportunistically during clearing activities.

Trapping is to be undertaken by a suitably qualified fauna expert, in accordance with a Regulation 17 Licence to take fauna (administered under DPaW).

3 – 4 days immediately prior to clearing

Fauna consultant

Make contact with DPaW to determine whether there are suitable fauna relocation sites available and if so organise for DPaW to release the animals to the chosen location.

Prior to clearing Fauna consultant

Deliver all conservation significant species caught to DPaW for release by DPaW to the chosen location.

Each morning after checking the traps

Fauna consultant 4.4 Monitoring and reporting Monitoring requirements as part of the management of conservation significant fauna across the project

area are outlined in Table 5. Monitoring responsibilities will be determined upon approval of subdivision.

Table 5 Monitoring requirements

Purpose Parameter Frequency Location Responsibility

To ensure clearing outside of designated clearing areas does not occur

Visual inspection of construction site perimeter

In real-time, during clearing activities

Construction area perimeter

Construction contractor

Following each stage of clearing

Construction area perimeter


To ensure that no domestic waste is left where animals may access it

Visual inspection of construction site perimeter.

Visual inspection of waste disposal area/s to ensure rubbish is contained within the bin and lids are secured or that domestic waste is removed daily

Daily site inspection Construction area perimeter / waste disposal area/s


To ensure access is restricted to areas to be cleared

Visual inspection of construction areas and BPAs

Ongoing Construction area perimeter



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Purpose Parameter Frequency Location Responsibility

To minimise adverse impacts to fauna

Visual inspection of trenches / excavations prior to construction works each day and at the completion of each day

Prior to mobilisation on site and at the commencement of excavation works

Construction area Construction contractor

To assess the presence of dieback on site

Visual inspection of the construction site and vegetation to be retained by a botanist or appropriate person

At a minimum annually in autumn

Construction area and vegetation to be retained

Developer

To assess the presence of weeds on site

Weed infestation Establish reference sites in adjacent remnant vegetation and compare annually in autumn (prior to winter rains) for five years or until completion criteria are met (in accordance with the Rehabilitation Management Plan)

Monitoring sites within rehabilitation areas

Developer

Project reporting requirements as part of the FMP are presented in Table 6 below.

Table 6 Reporting requirements

Report Details Frequency Responsibility

Induction records Induction records will be maintained and summarised as part of annual reporting.

Annually Construction contractor

Clearing boundary Report all clearing activities undertaken within the project area.


Environmental incidents

Report all environmental incidents including fauna encounters and relocations, clearing outside of the development zone, inappropriate management of waste, presence of dieback.


EPBC Act listed species injury or death. Within 5 days of LandCorp becoming aware

LandCorp (Project Manager)

An annual monitoring report will be prepared and submitted to DotE and Department of Environment

Regulation (formerly DEC) during construction and for a period of one year post construction. The report

will discuss the extent to which the FMP has been implemented, along with results from monitoring and

compliance with performance criteria. 4.5 Contingencies Contingency actions to be implemented are presented in Table 7 below.


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Table 7 Contingency actions

Trigger Action Responsibility

Clearing outside of approved boundaries

Investigate cause that may include:

• interviews with contractors to determine when the incident occurred, what was involved and why it occurred.

Implement corrective and preventative actions.

Redefine boundaries if due to inadequate boundary marking.

If disturbance to vegetation requires mitigation, then the area disturbed will be rehabilitated.

Communicate incident investigation outcomes to personnel.

Notify DER and DotE.

Project Manager (LandCorp)

Presence of dieback on site

Investigate cause and assess risk of spread of pathogen.

• undertake survey to determine the extent of the dieback

• isolate and prevent access to the infected area

• undertake interviews with contractors to determine how the infection may have occurred.

Review procedures, which could include:

• review of hygiene measures to determine the requirement for modification/ additional to requirements.

• improvement of induction for staff/contractor

• improvement in integrity of soil quarantine areas

• assess need for remedial action (e.g. removal of infected soil) to avoid infection areas across the site.

Monitor the effectiveness of remedial action (i.e. monitor up to five years to assess whether new dieback infestation results).


Unauthorised access (people and vehicles)

Undertake regular security patrols. To be determined by the Project Manager (LandCorp)

Unacceptable weed infestations

Identify cause.

Identify weeds, their location and coverage and obtain quotations from contractors for weed control.

Notify weed contractor so that additional measures can be implemented and weed eradicated.

Monitor success of control.


Multiple occurrences of fauna injury or death

Investigate cause that may include:

• interviews with contractors to determine when the incident occurred, what was involved and why it occurred.

Assess management actions and proposes additional controls where required.

Review induction material and re-inform personnel of speed restrictions and high-risk areas.

LandCorp and construction contractor

Targets/completion criteria not being met

Investigate cause.

Assess management actions and propose more suitable measures.

Monitor the effectiveness of remedial actions.

Project Manager (LandCorp) and construction contractor 4.6 Review

The FMP will be reviewed should clearing extend beyond 2016, identified in the indicative clearing

schedule (Section 2). 4.7 Auditing This FMP may be subject to an audit by the DER or DotE. LandCorp will undertake internal audits on an

annual basis to ensure responsibilities and actions of the FMP are being carried out.


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4.8 Reporting In accordance with Condition 7 of EPBC2011/6049, LandCorp will prepare and publish a report on their

website addressing compliance with each condition of the approval, including implementation of plans

specified in the conditions. The report is required within three months of every 12 month anniversary of

the commencement of the action. The report is required to stay on the website for at least 5 years.

Documentary evidence providing proof of the date of publication and non-compliance with any of the

conditions of this approval must be provided to the Department at the same time as the compliance report

is published.


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5. References GHD 2006, Report for Collie Residential Area Flora and Fauna Assessment, Unpublished report prepared

for LandCorp, November 2006.

Harewood G 2010, Fauna Survey (Level 2) Buckingham Way Collie Residential Development,

Unpublished report prepared for LandCorp, November 2010.

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