8.1
The construction phase of
the project commenced in April 2008.
8.2
1-hour TSP and 24-hour TSP
monitoring was carried out in the reporting month. All monitoring results
complied with the action / limit level. No exceedance
was recorded.
8.3
All impact daytime noise
monitoring results complied with the limit level in the reporting month.
8.4
Environmental site inspections were carried out 5
times in April 2008. Recommendations on remedial actions were given to the
Contractor for the deficiencies identified during the site audit.
8.5
Two landscape and visual
audits were carried out in the reporting month. One tree was found damaged and
proper protection to the tree barks was recommended.
8.6
V001 to V013 were found to
be in good condition during the monitoring visits, nevertheless, plastic
fencings supported by strong poles were recommended to demarcate plant
locations clearly to prevent tipping and entry of personnel in order to avoid
damage to the plants.
8.7
No environmental complaint,
notification of summons and prosecution was received in the reporting month.
8.8
According to the
environmental site inspections performed in the reporting month, the following
recommendations were provided:
Air Quality Impact
-
Nil
Construction Noise Impact
-
Nil
Water Quality Impact
-
Nil
Chemical and Waste Management
-
Oils and fuels should be
stored in designated area;
-
Debris and rubbish on-site
should be collected, handled and disposed of properly;
-
Waste skips should be
provided to collect general refuse and construction wastes.
Ecological Impact
-
Soil nail installation
should avoid / minimize damage of root system to the existing plants.
Landscape and Visual Impact
-
Soil nails on site should avoid
tree trunks and tree roots.