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Environmental Monitoring Report

Bi-Annual Report July to December 2012 Loan 2540-PAK

PAK: National Highway Development Sector

Investment Program–Tranche 2

Qilla Saifullah–Zhob Road Project Section ICB-3B

(N-50)

National Highway Authority

Islamabad

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NATIONAL HIGHWAY DEVELOPMENT SECTOR INVESTMENT PROGRAM QILLAH SAIFULLAH - ZHOB (ICB-3B) N-50

Bi-ANNUAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING REPORT (July – December, 2012)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT ………………………………………………………… 3

1.1. CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AND PROJECT PROGRESS …………………..………... 3

2. SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING DURING PREVIOUS

SIX MONTHS ………………………………………….………………………………………. 5

2.1 AIR EMISSION ………………………………………………………………….…………… 6

2.2 AMBIENT NOISE ………………………………………………………………………………. 8

2.3 DRINKING WATER QUALITY ………………………………………………..…………..…… 11

2.3.1 TERRESTRIAL FLAURA AND FAUNA …………………...………………….……. 12

2.4 OIL SPILLAGE / SPILL EMERGENCY ……………..……..………………………………… 13

2.5 SOIL QUALITY SAMPLING ………………………………………………………………….. 13

3. SAMPLING AND SAMPLE COLLECTION METHODOLOGIES …………………………. 14

3.1.1 DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLING ………………………………...……………….. 14

3.1.2 ROADWAY AND ANCILLARY FACILITIES …………………………………………………. 15

3.1.3 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY SAMPLING ………………………………………………………... 15

3.1.4 AMBIENT NOISE MEASUREMENT ………………………………………………………….. 15

3.1.5 SOIL ANALYSIS ………………………………………………………………………………. 15

4. WASTE MANAGEMENT ……………………………………………………………………… 15

4.1 TYPE OF WASTES...........……….. ……………………………………………………………. 15

4.2.1 TYPE OF WASTE MATERIALS ……………………………………………………………… 16

5. ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING PROGRAM ………………………………………………… 16

6. SITE INSPECTIONS AND AUDITS …………………………………………………………. 18

7. SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ………………………... 19

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1. MAP OF OPERATION AREA (N-50). ………………………………………………….. 1

FIGURE 2. MONITORING STATIONS AT OPERATIONAL AREA ………………………..……… 2

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE 2.1 PARTICULATE MATTERS PM10 EXCEEDING STANDARDS ………………………. 6

TABLE 2.2 AMBIENT NOISE LEVELS EXCEEDING STANDARDS ……………………………. 8

TABLE 2.3 DRINKING WATER QUALITY EXCEEDING STANDARDS …………………………. 11

LIST OF ANNEXES ANNEX 1. GRAPH OF AIR QUALITY MEASUREMENT

ANNEX 2. GRAPH OF AMBIENT NOISE MONITORING

ANNEX 3. GRAPH OF NOISE LEVELS DURING CUTTING / BLASTING

ANNEX 4. GRAPHS OF DRINKING WATER QUALITY



ANNEX 5. QUANITY SHEETS

ANNEX 6. SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

ANNEX 7. PHOTOGRAPHS



FIGURE 1. LOCATION MAP OF PROJE

NATIONAL HIGHWAY DEVELOPMENT SECTOR INVESTMENT PROGRAM QILLAH SAIFULLAH - ZHOB (ICB-3B)

Bi ANNUAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING REPORT January – June 2012 Figure2. Sketch of Sampling Stations within the Operational Area (N-50)

Legends:- DW1, DW2……DW6- Water Quality Sampling Stations WW1, WW2 – Waste Water Sampling Station Soil- Soil Quality Testing station A1/N1, A2/N2….. A7/N7- Air/Noise Level Testing

START OF PROJECT QILLA SAIFULLAHF KM 150+632

END OF PROJECT ZHOB KM 300+300

Crush Plant KM 154+500 (4 KM)

(A1/N1)

Qilla Saifullah Sub Camp KM 160+400 (500 M) (Residential Accommodation 1)

(DW3)

Concrete Plant KM 162+000 (1KM)

(A2/N2)

Sub Camp KM 175+300 (200 M) (Residential Accommodation 2)

(DW4)

Main Camp KM 215+500 (500 M) Main LAB, Main Work Shop

(Residential Colony 1) (DW1), (WW1), (Soil)

Concrete Plant, Asphalt Plant & Crush Plant At KM 215+700 (Residential Accommodation 3) (DW5), (A3/N3, A4/N4, A5/N5)

Proposed Spoils Disposal Area at Km 224+300 L/S

Ismail Zai Sub Camp KM 243+100 (400 M) Water Sources (Residential Colony 2)

(DW2), (WW2)

Sawra Sub Camp KM 263+300 (200 M) Conc. Plant, Crush Plant Water Sources

(Residential Accommodation 4) (DW6), (A6/N6, A7/N7)


Bi ANNUAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING REPORT January – June 2012

1. INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT

The Qilla Saifullah Road Project ICB-3B, Section (N-50) is located at the main

artery from Kuchlak to D.I Khan and within the Administrative jurisdiction of

District Qilla Saifullah & Zhob. (See Figure 1)

The Project involves the improvement and widening of Road ICB-3B (N-50),

Qilla Saifullah ~ Zhob (Section 150 KM) carriage way from the existing 3.65

meters to 7.30 meters (within the existing right of way). Asian Development

Bank Loan No. 2540 – Pak. National Highway Development Sector

Investment Program (Project – I).

1.1 Construction Activities and Project Progress

During the previous six months from July to December 2012 the following

construction activities were under taken by M/S LIMAK JV ZKB in N-50

Section.

1. Clearing & Grubbing

2. Compaction of Natural Ground

3. Embankment

4. Improved Sub grade

5. Aggregate Base Course

6. Prime Coat

7. Asphalt Base Course

8. Bitumenious Tack Coat

9. Asphaltic Wearing Course

10. Double Surface Treatment (DST)

11. Excavation of unsuitable material.

12. Stone curb in Qilla Saifullah Bazar Area.

13. Drainage work in Qilla Saifullah Bazar Area

14. Sign Boards



15. Construction of box culverts

16. Bridges

17. Road diversion

18. Stone pitching

19. Retaining wall

20. Tree cutting

21. Construction of Pipe culverts

22. Dismantling of existing structure.

See details of quantities in quantity sheets at Annex-5 and summaries of

monthly progress reports at Annex-6..

Overall about 66.94% of the Project work has been completed from start of

project till December 2012. Balance work is under progress.

In general there are no significant changes in the structure of Project

organization neither in the environmental section. (see organization chart

Annex-7) The environmental section is being looked after by an

Environmental Engineer.

During the previous six months relationship of company with contractors,

service providers and land owners was found excellent and the minor

conflicts with land owners were dealt in an amicable manner. There were no

significant complaints received from the local community in respect of land

acquisition / land settlement or environmental issues. The company had

maintained good liaison with the local communities.

From start of project till date (31-12-2012) more that 300 local persons have

been employed by M/S LIMAK JV ZKB as part of the company policy and

requirement of Employer. Which include drivers, watchmen, labours (skilled

and un-skilled). Due to the road construction activities of the company in the

area, the local people were benefitted technically and their quality of life had

been improved. It is expected that after completion of the project the local



people will avail enormous business opportunities and uplift of their livelihood

and the community will be benefited at large.

2. SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING DURING PREVIOUS SIX MONTHS.

The major Environmental aspects identified in the project area (N-50) during

monitoring in previous six months (July ~ December 2012) were as follows:-

i). Excessive Particulate Matters (PM10) Level at the crusher plants and

concrete plants.

ii). Exceeding values of noise level at the crusher plants, concrete plants

and at the mining sites.

iii). As for as the quality of drinking water supplied to the residents of base

camp at Km 215+500 is concerned, some of its parameters were found

deviating from NEQS/PSQCA; Standards for quality of drinking water

during the months of January to June 2012 (First Bi-annual). However

the problem was overcome after adopting the mitigation measures

from September 2012 upto December 2012.

iv). Oil spillage was also observed in the motor workshop / maintenance

areas of Asphalt Plants / Concrete Plants etc.

Details of parameters found exceeding than environmental standards

(NEQS) in respect of air emission, ambient noise levels and quality of

drinking water supplied to residents are given in Table 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3

as well as shown on graphs at Annex-1, 2, 3 and 4. Location of the

monitoring stations is shown in Figure-2.



2.1 AIR EMISSION (TABLE 2.1) Table 2.1 showing particulate matters (PM10) exceeding NEQS standards.

S # Monitoring Point Location

Month / Particulate matters PM10(ug/Nm³)

Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

1 A1 Crush Plant, 154+500 202 203 201 201 203 202

2 A3 Crush Plant, Conc. Plant 215+700

201 201 205 204 202 203

3 A5 Concrete Plant Km 162+000

204 202 - 202 202 201

4 A7 Concrete Plant 263+300

203 202 205 - 202 201

5 A8 Mining Site 205+775 - 204 201 - - -

6 A9 Mining Site - 203 202 201 - -

7 A10 Mining Site (road side) - 202 250 220 - -

• Dust particulate matters (PM10) generated from the construction activities of

M/S LIMAK JV ZKB were the major issue of concern. These activities

included processing of stone at the crush plants and concrete plants at A3

Km 215+700, A7 Km 263+300 (100) and mining areas where the maximum

level of dust particulate matters were noted as 220 ug/Nm³. 250 ug/Nm³ and

at the road side close to mining area at Km 260+500.

• The exceeding levels of dust Particulate Matters (PM10) at the crusher plants

and asphalt plants were mainly due to technical faults in the dust collection

systems and the water scrubbers at times. However necessary maintenance

of machinery was under taken by the maintenance department and the

required Personal Protective Equipments (PPE’s) like dust masks, safety

helmets, leather gloves were regularly used by the workforce at these plants.

Regular sprinkling of water was also done across the plants to avoid re-

spreading of particulate matters.



• It is worth mentioning that these plants are located in barren areas and quite

away from the local settlements therefore, the excessive level of dust

Particulate Matter had no significant effect on the local settlement in general.

• In order to improve upon the environmental conditions in the processing

plants as well at the road construction sites the following mitigation measures

were adopted.

Mitigating Measures Adopted. 1. Implementation of preventive maintenance program in plants was

exercised.

2. Environmental awareness from top to bottom.

3. Proper collection and disposal of solid wastes.

4. Handling of bitumen and other petroleum products with due care and

ensuring hot mix dumper covered with tarpal during transportation.

5. To avoid re-suspension of Particulate Matters, proper designs and

operational standards were followed.

6. Regular water sprinkling was exercised during the road construction.

7. Ensured proper compaction as per approved specifications, during

laying of sub-base / sub-grade.

8. Sprinkling of water across diversions.

Recommendations 1. Equipping batching plants with fabric filters to reduce dust emissions.

2. The environmental traffic plan should be designed in such a manner

that the vehicular mobility, as well as vehicular emissions should cause

minimum traffic emissions.



2.2 AMBIENT NOISE Table 2.2 Showing locations and exceeding values of Ambient Noise Levels

deviating from NEQS standard.

S # Monitoring Points Location

Month / Maximum Noise Level (dB)


1 N1 Crush Plant Km 154+500

87 86 - - 87 86

2 N2 Concrete Plant Km 162+000

87 86 - - 88 87


86 - - - 87 86

4 N4 Asphalt Plant Km 215+700

- - - - - -


86 - - - 86 87


86 - 89 - 87 87


86 87 86 - 86 86

8 N8 Cutting Operation Site 86 88 - - 83 84

9 N9 Mining Site - 90 - - 80 81

10 N10 Mining Site - 92 - - 79 80

11 N11 Mining Site - 93 - - 80 79

It is revealed from table 2 that exceeding ambient noise levels than NEQS standard

were recorded at the monitoring points (N1) = 87dB (July, Nov), (N2) = 87, 88, 87 dB

(Jul, Nov. Dec), (N3) = 87 dB (Nov), (N5) = 87 dB (Dec), (N6) 89, 87, 87 dB (Sep,

Nov, Dec), (N7) = 87 dB (Aug), (N8) = 88 dB (Aug) and at Mining sites (N9) (N10)

(N11) = 90, 92, 93, dB (Aug).

From the above recorded ambient noise levels we can generally categorize the

Project Noise level measurements in three categories.



A. Noise level of operating plants.

B. Noise level of operating heavy machineries at sites.

C. Noise levels during mining and blasting activities.

Mitigating Measures Adopted. In order to control the exceeding noise levels than NEQS standard in the operating

plants (crush plants, concrete plants etc,) operating machineries and at the mining

sites. The following mitigating measures were adopted.

i). Regular maintenance of machinery was exercised which had reduced the

exceeding noise levels / vibrations close to NEQS.

ii). The workers were provided with PPE’s according to the nature of work, like

ear muffs, ear plugs, safety helmets, leather gloves, dust masks etc.

iii). Training of the concerned workers and Foremen for appropriate use of PPE’s,

also creating awareness among them regarding protection of health in bad

conditions.

iv). Checking of Noise / vibration levels, of the operating machineries at site with

the help of sound level meter revealed that it was conforming to NEQS

standards except for few vehicles which were got repaired from the motor

workshop specially their silencers. It is to mention that machinery fleet of ZKB

is most modern and brand new machineries are used therefore, requiring less

maintenance.

v). All dozer operators exposed to continues sound levels for 08 hours above 80

dB, were provided with ear muff and their regular use was ensured.

vi). “Controlled blasting technique” was adopted to reduce ambient noise level at

the Cutting/blasting sites from 90dB to 79 dB as revealed from table 2.2. The

Ambient Noise level was checked and found reduced during the months of

November and December 2012. However the cutting/blasting workers were



provided PPE’s like ear muffs etc. some times using ear plugs along with ear

muffs.

Recommendations for Improvement

i). Introduction of noise ambient abatement procedures and fixing silencers /

mufflers to the noisy heavy machinery and keeping a regular noise level

record of each vehicle / operating machinery.

ii). To ensure use of PPE’s ear mufflers by the heavy machinery operators, plant

operators and dozer operators etc.

iii). Ensure timely / regular provision of PPE’s and check to discard old PPE’s

after specific period.

iv). To create environmental awareness among workforce, managerial/technical

staff and foremen through scheduled training programs.

v). While carrying out construction activities near schools or bazars, noise

barriers be constructed to protect the local settlement from the noise

abatement specially the school children, further the construction activities

shall be restricted during school hours.



2.3 Drinking Water Quality

Table 2.3 Showing exceeding values of parameters deviating from standards for

drinking water tested during six months (July to Dec 2012).

S # Monitoring Points Location

Month / Maximum Values


1. DW-1 Base Camp 215+500

OK OK OK OK OK OK

2. DW-2 Sub-Camp 243+100

TSS-5.30

TDS-502

PH-8.9

TSS-5.20

TDS-501 OK OK OK OK

3. DW-3 Sub-Camp 160+400

TDS-502

BOD-5.20

COD-4.20

BOD-6.30 OK OK OK OK

4. DW-4 Sub-Camp 175+300

OK

TSS-5.20

TDS-502

BOD-6.10

OK OK OK OK

5. DW-5 Sub-Camp 215+700

OK OK OK OK OK OK

6. DW-6 Sub-Camp 263+300

COD-4.20

TDS-503 OK OK OK OK OK

Legend (ok) : Conforming to NEQS/PSQCA standards for drinking water.

i. The data shown in Table 2.3 presents variations found in parameters PH

TSS, TDS, BOD up to July & August 2012. However after adopting mitigating

measures like cleaning /disinfecting of water tanker; also the water tank

reservoir at the base camp, encouraging results were noted and the quality of

drinking water was improved. The laboratory test results confirmed being

clear from contamination and all parameters conforming to standard since

September 2010.

ii. The quality of drinking water at the main camp and sub-camps was

maintained as per PSQCA drinking water quality standards.



iii. Drinking water sources were located at a distance of 50 meters away from the

soaking pit to avoid contamination.

iv. To further avoid water contamination, water coolers were also used by the

residents of base camp and sub-camps.

v. Labours were provided with the adequate potable water at site. Recommendations i. It is recommended that in base camp, a water filtration plant may be installed

close to the water reservoir tank (capacity 35000 liter) to further ensure

supply of better quality water to the residents also for the future Projects.

2.3.1 TERRESTRIAL FLAURA AND FAUNA

i). Land scaping of the entire project was planned in such a way to

enhance the scenic beauty of the land adjacent to the road sides.

ii). Slope of embankment were maintained as flat as possible to minimize

soil erosion and to allow natural vegetation growth.

iii). Cutting of trees and clearing of vegetative cover was kept to the

minimum. Total number of cut / removed trees upto 31st December,

were 3837 where as remaining 501are to be removed. Total 4338

numbers of trees are to be cut.

iv. Job opportunities were provided to the local people and more than 300

local people had been employed by the company.

v). The conventional “Kareiz” water system had not been disturbed. vi). Due care was observed to protect water body courses traversed by the

road way some of them are intermittent in nature whereas two are

natural spring waters. Care was taken during the construction activities



to prevent water from contamination passing under the road by

construction of protection wall.

2.4 OIL SPILLAGE / SPILL EMERGENCY

Plan for control of oil spillage was executed throughout the project. The spill

prone areas were given due consideration which included motor workshop, oil

change / oil storage areas and service station.

Mitigation measures adopted for prevention of oil spillage or tackling spill

emergencies were as follows.

• Proper cemented platforms with oil containment ditches had been

constructed at the oil storage areas as well as in the motor workshop.

• Collection of used waste oil and its management and disposal was

done under a planned program in maximum areas. Used oil was sold

out to oil dealers. Also alternatively used on construction structure

moulds in small quantity.

Suggestion Spill emergencies can be prevented to a greater extent through better

planning and training.

2.5 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.

• Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP) was

implemented through regular monitoring of Air Emissions, Ambient

Noise measurements, drinking water and soil samples. Test samples

were obtained as per test frequency requirements from the identified

sampling stations as shown on sketch of operational area Figure–2,

also samples of soil were obtained from the vicinity of motor workshop

and from the washing bay, trap tanks were provided for collection of

iron particles and grease.



• Samples were taken from the identified sampling stations according to

the specified methods for air / noise, Suspended Particulate Matters

(PM 10), drinking water / waste water and soil sampling etc. The

project activities included earthwork preparation for road clearing /

grubbing, asphalt scarifying / breaking, earth cutting and filling or

asphalt laying etc. These actions were carried out as per requirements

of Environmental Management Health and Safety Plan prepared for

M/S LIMAK JV ZKB.

• Traffic and Safety plans were being executed as per approved EH&S

plan.

• Copy of the Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan was

made available at Camp Site as well as with Site Foremen.

• Training of staff in respect of environmental awareness. Health and

Safety was executed as per schedule. Lectures were arranged on

health and safety and including a fire drill (once a year). Record of

training conducted was maintained and recorded in Monthly

Environmental Management and Monitoring Report.

• Environmental monitoring program was executed as detailed in EMP

and EH&S of the Project. The relevant environmental parameters of

concern were these related to Air / Noise quality, Drinking Water

quality and Biological Environments including Soil tests. The

methodologies used for sampling / sample collection are appended

below.

3 SAMPLING AND SAMPLE COLLECTION METHODOLOGIES



3.1.1 DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLING

The water is collected in polystyrene bottles of 1.5 l. capacity. The bottles are

thoroughly washed with water and then with distilled water (Physio-chemical

analysis). Test is performed on monthly basis and analyzed from

authenticated laboratories.

3.1.2 WATER QUALITY SAMPLING FROM STREAM / CANAL

Sample is collected from the center of stream in a polystyrene bottle and care

is taken to keep the bottle well above the bed of the stream to avoid

unwanted bed material going into the sample. Test is performed periodically

or whenever required.

3.1.3 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY SAMPLING

The air sampling was conducted at pre-selected stations and at proximately

located near road Project activity area. Testing of SO2, NO2 gases are

determined periodically at air emission points.

3.1.4 AMBIENT NOISE MEASUREMENT

Sound/Noise Level Meter using 10 minutes average time from a distance of

7.5 meters. Tests are performed on monthly basis or whenever required.

3.1.5 SOIL ANALYSIS



Soil sample is collected form the identified sampling station i.e. form the workshop

and vicinity of service station etc. Soil samples are obtained from a depth of

4-feet.

4.0 WASTE MANAGEMENT 4.1 TYPE OF WASTES

All types of wastes like solid waste, used oil etc. were collected and disposed

as per EMP according to schedule.

• Treatment of the waste water from camp toilets was managed through

septic tanks and later on discharged in to soaking pits.

• Solid waste generated from the camp site was properly collected at

source, treated and safely disposed off in the selected waste disposal

site.

• Fuel and oil storage areas were properly paved with cemented

platforms (see photo).

• Used oils were ultimately sold to the oil dealers after collection from the

“used oil points”.

• Debris generated by the dismantling of existing pavement structures

were recycled, subject to suitability of the material, or otherwise were

safely disposed off in the approved barren land at Km 224+100, 500

(see photo).

4.2.1 Type of waste materials generated from the construction activities were as

follow:-.

a). Existing road scarified materials containing:-

i). Asphalt

ii). Water bond macadam

iii). Sub-base material / aggregate base material

b). Existing culvert / structure scarified material containing:-

i). Concrete material.



ii). Stones / boulders.

iii). Unsuitable cut material.

Mixed materials were dumped at the spoil area.

Recommendations

Spillage drill rehearsal for the workforce engaged in oil management and to

educate them through practical demonstration.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING PROGRAM

Environmental Training Sessions were conducted according to schedule for

the Environmental awareness of the Environmental Management Committee

and also training of the workforce working at sites as well as working in

asphalt plants, concrete plants, crusher plants and for the motor mechanics of

workshop and welders. Record of the lectures was maintained in the Monthly

Environmental and Monitoring Reports.

The lectures delivered generally comprised of the following contents:-

General awareness about Environmental aspects and impacts and adoption

of mitigating measures. Training of construction workforce on Health and

Safety and use of PPE’s (Safety Shoes, Helmets, Glove and Masks).

The topics were Environmental awareness and personal safety, First Aid

methods in case of emergency including rehabilitation in case of electric

shock, precautionary measures in case of sun stroke emergency, occurrence

of road accidents. Use of appropriate safety equipments and its frequency of

replacement with new one, Handling of hot mix during laying to avoid pollution

also handling of hot mix during transportation, Pollution control and solid

waste management minimization.



Emergency response in case of fire emergency, maintenance of vehicles,

general cleanness and solid waste disposal, timely response of incident

reports, identification / labeling of chemicals placed in the store. Concept of

the environment and its impacts, liquid waste management and handling of

liquid oil in case of oil spillage emergency, first aid methods in case of electric

shocks, use of fire fighting equipments, emergency drill. Concept of

emergency exits, fire exit maps, emergency / evacuation plan (on – site and

off – site) including emergency reporting procedures, fire exit maps, rescue

and medical tasks and first aid procedures. Precautions to take during

welding of handling of flammable liquids, during electric welding and to avoid

fire emergency. Electrical shock emergency and rehabilitation in case of

electrical shock victim.

Up till now more than 250 persons have availed training on Environmental

awareness and Safety.

Note: Trainings were provided effectively to implement specific EMP i.e. special

trainings of workers on specific jobs.

6. SITE INSPECTIONS AND AUDITS.

During every month 8 to 10 site visits or whenever required were conducted

by the Environmental Engineer of M/S LIMAK JV ZKB in respect of

implementation of Environmental Management Program which included.

a). Noise was measured with the help of a sound level meter.

b). Meetings were held with concerned foremen / workers / technical staff

regarding solving the environmental issues, environmental awareness

and ensuring use of PPE’s by the workers.

c). Delivered on – site / off – site, lectures on EH&S.



d). Implementation of mitigation measures and conducted environmental

surveys.

e). Arranged testing of Air Emission, water sampling from an authorized

laboratory and record was maintained.

f). Practical demonstration of solving environmental issues.

During these six months more than 50 number Improvement Action Reports

(IAR) were initiated out of which 30 IAR’s have been dealt with. Four audits

surveys were conducted by the Environmental Engineer out of which 25

number major / significant non-conformations were identified 10 no were

minor number complaints and the rest were just observation and which were

closed in due course of time.

Total 04 audits were scheduled during the six month period.

Environmental Management Plan is also available with the camp in-charges

also with all foremen of the Project for environmental implementation.

Details of some of the audit non-conformities and mitigating measures taken

were recorded in the Monthly Environmental and Monitoring Report some as

listed below.

1. Oil spillage on ground.

2. Excessive PM10 level in the asphalt plant crusher plant.

3. Toilet cleanliness.

4. Dining hall condition improvement.

5. Potential electrical emergencies.

6. Oil leakage from machineries / plants.

7. PPE’s provision.

8. General cleanliness condition of base camps / workshops.

9. Safety problems of welding shops.

10. Safety condition of motor workshop.



11. Over dated fire extinguishers.

12. Delay in processing of demands.

13. Garbage collection in the main camp and its disposal.

14. Solid waste management etc.

15. Improvement of First Aid facilities in base camp.

Corrective Actions

Most of the non compliance notices IAP (Improvement Action Reports) were

completed as per targeted date some were delayed due to non availability of

required items from the store and completion of approval formalities from the

signing authority.

7. SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN.

Summary of the environment management plan has been attached at Annex-

8. Although 90% of targets have been achieved but delay in completion dates

was due to non-availability of items required for closing non-conformities due

to procedural problems / delays.

• Public complaint register is available with the camp in-charge. So far

there has been no Environmental complaints or other complaints

regarding land settlement etc., registered from the local community or

the passing-by motorists or any local Government Agency.

• There are no such documents requiring amendments etc. on part of

M/S LIMAK JV ZKB. All the documentations are almost in complete

shape.

• Environmental and safety by laws were followed for guidance and to mitigate

any adverse environmental impacts to safeguard the Environment.



.

ANNEXES



ANNEX 1

AIR QUALITY MEASUREMENTS



ANNEX 2

AMBIENT NOISE MEASUREMENTS



ANNEX 3

WATER QUALITY SAMPLING RESULTS



ANNEX 4 GRAPHS OF DRINKING WATER QUALITY



ANNEX 5 QUANTITY SHEETS



ANNEX 6

SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLANE



ANNEX 7

PHOTOGRAPHS



Photo-01, Ismail Zai Sub-Camp Km 243+100.

Photo-02, Residential Rooms at Sub-Camp Ismail Zai



Photo-03, Roller at Km 234+300

Photo-04, Machinery during work at Km 232+100



Photo-05, A view of Batching Plant at Km 215+700

Photo-06, Crushers plant during operation at Km 215+700



Photo-7, Asphalt Laying at Km 161+000.

Photo-8, Ambient Noise measurement of the heavy machinery being checked by the Material Engineer



Photo-9, Dumper carrying hot mix covered with Tarpal.

Photo-10, Fire point No. 03 at the Main Base Camp.



Photo-11, Water sprinkling at Km 200+100

Photo-12, Construction of Shoulders at Km 193+600.



Photo-13, Asphalt and Crushers Plants at Km 215+700.

Photo-14, A view of Consultant’s residential area.



Photo-26, Damaged cable laying in open area. Photo-15, A group of Trainees; Training given on use of fire extinguisher.

Photo-16, Water Sprinkling at Km 205+000.



Photo-17, Training Sessions at Motor Workshop use of Fire Extinguisher and rehabilitation in case of electric shock.



Photo-18, Water Course at Sabaq Zai Dam at Km 226+325

Photo-19, Spoil Disposal Area at Km 224+300 L/S

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