Agreement No. CE 69/2001 (HY)
Tsuen Wan Bypass, Widening
of Tsuen Wan Road between
Tsuen Tsing Interchange and Kwai Tsing Interchange and
Associated Junction Improvement Works
Environmental Monitoring and Audit Manual
Table of Contents
1.3 Environmental
Monitoring and Audit Requirements
2.6 Event
and Action Plan for Noise
2.7 Noise
Mitigation Measures during Construction Period
2.8 Parameters
for Traffic Noise
2.13 Event and
Action Plan for Noise
2.14 Noise
Mitigation Measures
3.3 Laboratory
Measurement / Analysis
3.7 Event
and Action Plan for Air Quality
3.8 Construction
Dust Mitigation Measures
4........... Water Quality impacts
4.3 Residual
Impacts on Water Quality
5.2 Waste
Management Hierarchy
5.4 Records
of Waste Arisings and Management
5.6 Construction
and Demolition Waste
6........... LANDFILL GAS HAZARDS
6.2 Landfill
Gas Parameters (Methane, Carbon Dioxide, and Oxygen)
6.3 Protection
and Precautionary Measures
6.6 Limit
Levels and Action Plan for Landfill Gas
6.7 Specific
Advice Relating to Drilling of Boreholes
7........... Landscape and VisuaL
7.3 Construction
and Operational Phase Audit
10......... CULTURAL HERITAGE IMPACTS
11......... SITE ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT
11.2 Compliance
with Legal and Contractual Requirements
12.2 Baseline
Monitoring Report
12.4 Quarterly
EM&A Summary Reports
12.5 Final
EM&A Review Reports.
12.7 Interim
Notifications of Environmental Quality Limit Exceedances
List of Tables
Table 2-1 Construction Noise Monitoring Locations (Existing Receiver)
Table 2-2 Construction Noise Monitoring Locations (Planned Receiver)
Table 2-3 Action and Limit Levels for Construction Noise
Table 2-4 Event / Action Plan for Construction Noise
Table 2-5 Traffic Noise Monitoring Locations (Existing Noise Sensitive
Receivers)
Table 2-6 Traffic Noise Monitoring Locations (Planned Noise Sensitive
Receivers)
Table 2-7 Action Levels for Traffic Noise
Table 2-8 Event / Action Plan for Traffic Noise
Table 3-1 Dust Monitoring Locations
Table 3-2 Action and Limit Levels for Air Quality Monitoring
Table 3-3 Event / Action Plan for Air Quality Monitoring
Table
6-1 Limit Levels and Action Plan for Landfill Gas
List
of Figures
General Layout of the
Project |
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Project Organisation |
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Figure 1-3 |
Construction Programme for
Tsuen Wan Bypass, Widening of Tsuen Wan Road between Tsuen Tsing Interchange
and Kwai Tsing Interchange and Associated Junction Improvement Works |
Figure 2-1 |
Construction Noise
Monitoring Locations |
Figure 2-2 |
Traffic Noise Monitoring
Locations |
Figure 3-1 |
Dust Monitoring Locations |
List
of Appendices
Noise and Air Sensitive Receivers |
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Summary of Environmental Mitigation Measures –
Implementation Schedule |
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Environmental
Monitoring Data Recording Sheets |
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Complaint
Handling Procedures |
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Complaint
Log |
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Interim
Notification of Environmental Quality Limits Exceedance |
1.1.1
The
purpose of this EM&A Manual is to guide the setup of an EM&A programme
to ensure compliance with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study
recommendations, to assess the effectiveness of the recommended mitigation
measures and to identify any further need for additional mitigation measures or
remedial action.
1.1.2
This Manual outlines the monitoring and
audit programme to be undertaken for the Tsuen Wan Bypass, Widening of Tsuen
Wan Road between Tsuen Tsing Interchange and Kwai Tsing Interchange and
Associated Junction Improvement Works. It aims to provide systematic procedures
for monitoring, auditing and minimising of the environmental impacts associated
with the construction works.
1.1.3
Hong Kong environmental regulations for
air quality, noise and waste, the Hong Kong Planning Standards and Guidelines,
and recommendations in the EIA study final report on Tsuen Wan upgrading have
served as environmental standards and guidelines in the preparation of this
Manual.
1.1.4
This Manual contains the following:
(a)
duties of the Contractor, the Engineer’s
Representative (ER), the Independent Environmental Checker (IEC) and the
Environmental Team (ET) with respect to the environmental monitoring and audit
requirements during construction;
(b)
information on project organisation and
programming of construction activities for the project;
(c)
requirements with respect to the
construction schedule and the necessary environmental monitoring and audit
programme to track the varying environmental impact;
(d)
definition of Action and Limit levels;
(e)
establishment of event and action plans;
(f)
requirements of reviewing pollution sources and working procedures
required in the event of non-compliance of the environmental criteria;
(g)
requirements of presentation of
environmental monitoring and audit data and appropriate reporting procedures.
1.1.5
For the purpose of this manual, the
"Engineer" shall refer to the Engineer as defined in the Contract and
the Engineer's Representative (ER), in cases where the Engineer's powers have
been delegated to the ER, in accordance with the Contract. The ET leader, who shall be responsible for
and in charge of the ET, shall refer to the person delegated the role of
executing the environmental monitoring requirements. The IEC shall undertake
the auditing role.
1.2.1
A Study Brief (No.
ESB-037/1999) for a similar Project of a different Project title namely “Tsuen
Wan Road Upgrading” was issued under the EIAO on 14 September 1999. The current application for a new study
brief with a new project title was made as Civil Engineering and Development
Department (CEDD) considers that part of the project scope has been changed
while the new project title can better reflect the scope of the project.
1.2.2
An application (No.
ESB-141/2006) for an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study brief under
Section 5(1) of the Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance (EIAO) was
submitted by CEDD on 9 February 2006 with a Project Profile (No.
PP-277/2006). According to Section
5(7)(a) of the EIAO, the Director of Environmental Protection (the Director)
issued a new EIA Study Brief (ESB-141/2006) in March 2006 to CEDD to carry out
an EIA study.
1.2.3
The Project title for the
current EIA study is “Tsuen Wan Bypass, Widening of Tsuen Wan Road between
Tsuen Tsing Interchange and Kwai Tsing Interchange and Associated Junction
Improvement Works” (hereinafter known as the “Project”).
1.2.4
The general study area and
the proposed road alignment are identified in Figure 1-1.
1.3.1
The EIA Report identified the likely
environmental impacts during construction and operational phases, including
noise and air quality. It has been
identified that these impacts can be minimised to acceptable levels with the
implementation of environmental mitigation measures. In order to ensure
compliance with relevant environmental standards, baseline and compliance
monitoring for noise and air quality during construction is recommended, as
well as operational monitoring of traffic noise to confirm the effectiveness of
noise mitigation measures. These requirements
are specified in the subsequent sections.
The works will also result in the generation of materials that will
require management, entire as wastes for disposal offsite or for reuse within
the project. These materials will
require management and the procedures should be monitored on-site.
1.3.2
The works will require the removal and
subsequent re-planting of a number of trees along the alignment. Measures for the supervision and audit of
these works by a qualified Landscape Architect should be included in the
contract documents.
1.4.1
The Project Organisation with lines of
communication with respect to environmental protection works and Project
Implementation Program for Construction are shown in Figure 1-2 and Figure
1-3 respectively.
1.4.2
There shall be two elements to the
environmental monitoring and audit team, the Environmental Team (ET) and the
Independent Environmental Checker (IEC).
The ET shall be employed by the contractor and will undertake the monitoring. The IEC shall be engaged by the ER and audit
the work of the ET. The IEC shall not
be in any way an associated body of the Contractor. The ET and the IEC Team Leaders shall have relevant professional
qualifications, or have sufficient relevant EM&A experience subject to
approval of the Environmental Protection Department (EPD).
1.4.3
Appropriate staff shall be included in
the ET and IEC under the supervision of the ER/IEC Team Leader, to fulfil the
EM&A duties specified in this manual.
1.4.4
The general duties/responsibilities of
various parties comprise the following:
The Contractor
·
Employ an Environmental Team (ET) to
undertake monitoring, laboratory analysis and reporting of environmental
monitoring and audits;
·
Provide assistance to the ET in carrying
out monitoring;
·
Submit proposals on mitigation measures
in case of exceedances of Action and Limit Levels in accordance with the Event
and Action Plans;
·
Implement measures to reduce impacts
where Action and Limit Levels are exceeded; and
·
Adhere to the procedures for carrying out
complaint investigation in accordance with Section 11.3 of this Manual.
Engineer or Engineer’s Representative (ER)
·
Supervise the Contractor’s activities and
ensure that the requirements in the EM&A Manual are fully complied with;
·
Inform the Contractor when action is
required to reduce impacts in accordance with the Event and Action Plans;
·
Employ an Independent Environmental
Checker (IEC) to audit the results of the EM&A works carried out by the ET;
and
·
Adhere to the procedures for carrying out
complaint investigation in accordance with Section 11.3 of this Manual.
Environmental Team (ET)
·
Overall supervision and administration of
the ET's daily operation;
·
Managing the various specialist and
professionals who are designated as members of the ET;
·
Liaison with other government departments
or external parties regarding any environmental issues arising from the
project; and
·
Ensure the outputs of the Team meet the
objectives and requirements set out in this manual.
·
Schedule the environmental monitoring
activities;
·
Check the validity of data upon receipt
of field measurement and laboratory results;
·
Prepare reports, which are specified in
the EM&A Manual, in timely manner and ensure the quality of the outputs;
·
Liaise with the ER and Contractor upon
receipt of complaints and/or breaching of statutory limits;
·
Ensure the Event/Action Plan is
implemented;
·
Investigate the causes of complaints
and/or limit exceedances;
·
Advise on required mitigation measures;
·
Ensure the proposed mitigation measures
are implemented;
·
Perform regular audits of the
environmental monitoring data;
·
Provide advice on any pollution control
measures, if necessary, after a site inspection; and
·
Provide, calibrate and maintain
monitoring equipment.
·
Perform monitoring activities for the
environmental parameters as required by the EM&A Manual;
·
Be proficient in the monitoring
methodologies and QA/QC procedures set out in this EM&A Manual;
·
Ensure the quality of the monitoring
data;
·
Know the specified Action and Limit
Levels in the EM&A Manual;
·
Alert the ET Leader of any observed
exceedances of the Action/Limit Levels;
·
Calibrate and maintain the monitoring
equipment; and
·
Assist the Environmental Engineer /
Scientist in performing regular site inspections as required.
·
Review the EM&A works performed by
the ET;
·
Audit the monitoring activities and
results;
·
Report the audit results to the ER;
·
Review the EM&A reports submitted by
the ET;
·
Review the proposal on mitigation
measures submitted by the Contractor in accordance with the Event and Action
Plans; and
·
Adhere to the procedures for carrying out
complaint investigation in accordance with Section 11.3 of this Manual.
1.4.5
Appropriate resources shall be allocated
by the Contractor and the ER to fulfil their duties specified in this manual.
1.5.1
The proposed works are due to be
undertaken over a period of 48 months commencing June 2011, with completion
scheduled for May 2015. The construction programme is shown in Figure 1-3.
1.5.2
This programme is for the information of
the ET and IEC Team Leader to gain an initial understanding of the projection
of the works. The ET and IEC Team
Leader shall make reference to the actual works progress and programme during
the construction stage to schedule the EM&A works, and the Contractor shall
provide the respective information to the ET Leader for formulating the
EM&A schedule.
2.1.1
The construction noise level
shall be measured in terms of the A-weighted equivalent continuous sound
pressure level (Leq). Leq(30
min) shall be used as the monitoring parameter for the time period
between 0700-1900 hours on normal weekdays.
For all other time periods, Leq(5 min) shall be employed for
comparison with the NCO criteria.
2.1.2
As supplementary information for data
auditing, statistical results such as L10 and L90 shall
also be obtained for reference. A sample data record sheet is shown in Appendix
C1 for reference.
2.2.1
As referred to in the Technical
Memorandum (TM) issued under the Noise Control Ordinance (NCO), sound level
meters in compliance with the International Electrotechnical Commission
Publications 651: 1979 (Type 1) and 804: 1985 (Type 1) specifications shall be
used for carrying out the noise monitoring.
Immediately prior to and following each noise measurement the accuracy
of the sound level meter shall be checked using an acoustic calibrator
generating a known sound pressure level at a known frequency. Measurements may be accepted as valid only
if the calibration level from before and after the noise measurement agree to
within 1.0dB.
2.2.2
Noise measurements should be made in
accordance with standard acoustical principles and practices in relation to
weather conditions.
2.2.3
The ET Leader is responsible for the
provision of the monitoring equipment.
He shall ensure that sufficient noise monitoring equipment and
associated instrumentation are available for carrying out the baseline
monitoring, regular impact monitoring and ad hoc monitoring. All the equipment and associated
instrumentation shall be clearly labelled.
2.3.1
Those most affected noise sensitive
receivers identified in the EIA report already has considered as the noise
monitoring locations in this EM&A Manual. The noise monitoring locations
during construction phase are listed in Tables 2.1 and 2.2 and
shown Figure 2-1. These
monitoring locations are at the 10 NSRs (existing and planned) with the
predicted construction noise level exceed corresponding construction noise
criteria under mitigated scenario according to Section 3.8 in EIA
Report.
Table 2-1 Construction Noise Monitoring Locations
(Existing Receiver)
Monitoring
Location No. |
Description |
Landuses |
E1 |
Wang Fat Ching She |
Place of Worship |
E2 |
Po On Commercial
Association Wong Siu Ching Secondary School |
School |
E3 |
Salvation Army
Ng Kok Wai Memorial Kindergarten |
School |
E4 |
Clague Garden Estate
Block C |
Residential |
E5 |
Waterside Plaza Block 1 |
Residential |
E6 |
Shak Chung Shan Memorial
Catholic Primary School |
School |
E7 |
S K H Chu Yan Primary
School |
School |
E8 |
CNEC Lee I Yao Memorial
Secondary School |
School |
Table 2-2 Construction Noise Monitoring Locations
(Planned Receiver)
Monitoring
Location No. |
Description |
Landuses |
P1 |
Development at TW7 Tower
7 |
Residential |
P2 |
Proposed School Site at
TW7 |
School |
2.3.2
The status and locations of noise sensitive
receivers may change after issuing this manual. In this event, the ET Leader shall propose updated monitoring
locations and seek approval from ER/IEC and agreement from EPD of the proposal.
2.3.3
When alternative monitoring locations are
proposed, the monitoring locations should be chosen based on the following
criteria in that they should be:
(a) at
locations close to the major site activities which are likely to have noise
impacts;
(b) close
to the noise sensitive receivers (N.B. For the purposes of this section, any
domestic premises, hotel, hostel, temporary housing accommodation, hospital,
medical clinic, educational institution, place of public worship, library,
court of law or performing arts centre should be considered as a noise
sensitive receiver); and
(c) for
monitoring locations located in the vicinity of the sensitive receivers, care
should be taken to cause minimal disturbance to the occupants during
monitoring.
2.3.4
The monitoring station shall normally be
at a point 1m from the exterior of the sensitive receiver's building facade and
be at a position 1.2m above the ground.
If there is problem with access to the normal monitoring position, an
alternative position may be chosen, and a correction to the measurements shall
be made. For reference, a correction of
+3dB(A) shall be made to the free-field measurements. The ET Leader shall agree
with the ER/IEC on the monitoring positions and the corrections adopted. Once the positions for the monitoring
stations are chosen, the baseline monitoring and the impact monitoring shall be
carried out at the same positions.
2.4.1
The ET Leader shall carry out baseline
noise monitoring prior to the commencement of the construction works. The baseline monitoring shall be carried out
daily for a period of at least two weeks.
A schedule on the baseline monitoring shall be submitted to the ER/IEC
for approval before the monitoring starts.
2.4.2
There shall not be any construction
activities in the vicinity of the stations during the baseline monitoring.
2.4.3
In exceptional cases, when insufficient
baseline monitoring data or questionable results are obtained, the ET Leader
shall liaise with IEC and EPD to agree on an appropriate set of data to be used
as a baseline reference and submit this to the ER/IEC for their approval.
2.5.1
Noise monitoring shall be carried out at
all the designated monitoring station.
The monitoring frequency shall depend on the scale of the construction
activities. The following is an initial
guide on the regular monitoring frequency for each station on a per week basis
when noise generating activities are underway:
(a)
one set of
measurements between 0700-1900 hours on normal weekdays;
(b)
one set of
measurements between 1900-2300 hours;
(c)
one set of
measurements between 2300-0700 hours of next day; and
(d)
one set of
measurements between 0700-2300 hours on holidays.
2.5.2
For the Measurements (a), (b), (c) and
(d) above, one set of measurements shall at least include 3 consecutive Leq(5min)
results.
2.5.3
In case of non-compliance with the
construction noise criteria, more frequent monitoring as specified in the
Action Plan in Section 2.6 shall be carried
out. This additional monitoring shall
be continued until the recorded noise levels are rectified or proved to be
irrelevant to the construction activities.
2.6.1
The Action and Limit levels for
construction noise are defined in Table 2-3. Should non-compliance of the criteria occur, action in accordance
with the Action Plan in Table 2-4, shall be carried out. Necessary
mitigation measures are shown in Section 2.7. Timing and
responsibilities for the implementation of mitigation measures are shown in Appendix
B.
Table 2-3 Action and Limit Levels for Construction
Noise
Time
Period |
Action |
Limit |
0700-1900 hrs on normal weekdays |
When one documented
complaint is received |
75*
dB(A) |
0700-2300 hrs on
holidays (including Sundays); and 1900-2300 hrs on all days |
60/65/70**
dB(A) |
|
2300-0700
hrs of all days |
45/50/55**
dB(A) |
Notes:
Construction noise during
restricted hours is under the control of Noise Control Ordinance.
* reduce to 70 dB(A) for schools and 65 dB(A) during school
examination periods.
** to be selected based on
Area Sensitivity Rating.
Table 2-4 Event / Action Plan for Construction
Noise
EVENT |
ACTION |
|||
ET |
IEC |
ER |
Contractor |
|
Action Level exceeded |
1. Notify ER, IEC and Contractor; 2. Carry out investigation; 3. Report the results of investigation to the IEC, ER
and Contractor; 4. Discuss with the IEC and Contractor on remedial
measures required; 5. Increase monitor frequency to check mitigation
effectiveness; |
1. Review the investigation
results submitted by the ET; 2. Review the proposed
remedial measures by the Contractor and advise the ER accordingly; 3. Advise the ER on the
effectiveness of the proposed remedial measures. |
1. Confirm receipt of notification of
failure in writing; 2. Notify Contractor; 3. In consolidation with the IEC,
agree with the Contractor on the remedial measures to be implemented; 4. Supervise the implementation of
remedial measures. |
1. Submit
noise mitigation proposals to ET Leader / ER; 2. Implement
noise mitigation proposals. |
Limit Level exceeded |
1. Inform IEC, ER, Contractor and EPD; 2. Repeat measurements to confirm findings; 3. Increase monitoring frequency; 4. Identify source and investigate the cause of
exceedance; 5. Carry out analysis of Contractor’s working
procedures; 6. Discuss with the IEC, Contractor and ER on
remedial measures required; 7. Assess effectiveness of Contractor’s remedial
actions and keep IEC, EPD and ER informed of the results; 8. If exceedance stops,
cease additional monitoring. |
1. Discuss amongst ER, ET, and Contractor on the potential
remedial actions; 2. Review Contractor’s remedial actions whenever necessary
to assure their effectiveness and advise the ER accordingly. |
1. Confirm receipt of notification of failure in
writing; 2. Notify Contractor; 3. In consolidation with the IEC, agree with the
Contractor on the remedial measures to be implemented; 4. Supervise the implementation of remedial measures; 5. If exceedance continues, consider stopping the
Contractor to continue working on that portion of work which causes the
exceedance until the exceedance is abated. |
1. Take immediate action to
avoid further exceedance; 2. Submit proposals for
remedial actions to IEC and ER within 3 working days of notification; 3. Implement the agreed
proposals; 4. Submit further proposal
if problem still not under control; 5. Stop the relevant portion
of works as instructed by the ER until the exceedance is abated. |
2.7.1
The EIA report has recommended
construction noise control and mitigation measures. The Contractor shall be responsible for the design and
implementation of these measures as listed below:
·
selection and optimization of
construction programmes, avoidance of parallel operation of noisy PME, and/or
reduction in number and/or the on-time percentage of PME during noise sensitive
periods such as school examination period;
·
use of “quiet” PME and working methods;
·
use of temporary at-source noise
mitigation measures such as noise barriers, noise enclosures, noise jacket and
mufflers; and
·
use of good site practice to limit noise
emission from construction site.
2.7.2
Good Practices are also recommended as
follow:
·
use of well-maintained and
regularly-serviced plant during the works;
·
plant operating on intermittent basis
should be turned off or throttled down when not in active use;
·
plant that is known to emit noise
strongly in one direction should be orientated to face away from the NSRs;
·
silencers, mufflers and enclosures for
plant should be used where possible and maintained adequately throughout the
works;
·
where possible fixed plants should be
sited away from NSRs; and
·
stockpiles of excavated materials and
other structures such as site buildings should be used effectively to screen
noise from the works.
2.7.3
In particular, NSR 39 (Salvation Army Ng
Kok Wai Memorial Kindergarten) is of close proximity to works area S5 and
subject to high level of unmitigated construction noise. It is recommended that
the work stages “transportation & utilities diversion” and “piling” shall
not take place simultaneously during operation time of the kindergarten for the
same location in works area S5, such that cumulative noise to this kindergarten
is further minimized.
2.7.4
If the above measures are not sufficient
to restore the construction noise quality to acceptable levels, upon the advice
of ET Leader, the Contractor shall liaise with the ET Leader on alternative
mitigation measures, propose such measures to the ER/IEC for approval, and
implement the mitigation measures.
2.8.1
The traffic noise level shall
be measured in terms of the A-weighted equivalent continuous sound pressure
level L10, Leq, L90
and Lmax shall be used as the
monitoring parameter for the time period between 0700-1900 hours on normal
weekdays. For all other time periods, Leq(5
min) shall be employed for comparison with the NCO criteria.
2.8.2
As supplementary information for data
auditing, statistical results such as L10 and L90 shall
also be obtained for reference. A sample data record sheet is shown in Appendix
C1 for reference.
2.9.1
As referred to in the Technical
Memorandum (TM) issued under the Noise Control Ordinance (NCO), sound level
meters in compliance with the International Electrotechnical Commission
Publications 651: 1979 (Type 1) and 804: 1985 (Type 1) specifications shall be
used for carrying out the noise monitoring.
Immediately prior to and following each noise measurement the accuracy
of the sound level meter shall be checked using an acoustic calibrator
generating a known sound pressure level at a known frequency. Measurements may be accepted as valid only
if the calibration level from before and after the noise measurement agree to
within 1.0dB.
2.9.2
Noise measurements should not be made in
the presence of fog, rain, wind with a steady speed exceeding 5m/s or wind with gusts
exceeding 10m/s. The wind speed shall be checked with a
portable wind speed meter capable of measuring the wind speed in m/s.
2.9.3
The ET Leader is responsible for the
provision of the monitoring equipment.
He shall ensure that sufficient noise monitoring equipment and
associated instrumentation are available for carrying out the baseline monitoring,
regular impact monitoring and ad hoc monitoring. All the equipment and associated instrumentation shall be clearly
labelled.
2.10.1
Those most affected noise sensitive
receivers identified in the EIA report already has considered as the noise
monitoring locations in this EM&A Manual. The traffic noise monitoring
locations during operation phase are listed in Tables 2.5 and 2.6
and shown Figure 2-2. In addition, noise monitoring shall be carried out
for one year following construction.
The locations for operational noise monitoring shall be defined during
detailed design on the basis of the status of the most up-to-date information
on proposed developments surrounding the Highway.
Table 2-5 Traffic Noise Monitoring Locations
(Existing Noise Sensitive Receivers)
Monitoring Location No. |
Description |
Landuses |
X1 |
Summit Terrace Tower 3 |
Residential |
X2 |
Summit Terrace Tower 5 |
Hospital |
X3 |
Tsuen Wan Adventist Hospital |
School |
X4 |
Wang Fat Ching She |
Place of Worship |
X5 |
The Panorama |
Residential |
X6 |
Salvation Army Ng Kok Wai
Memorial Kindergarten |
School |
X7 |
Clague Garden Estate Block A |
Residential |
X8 |
Clague Garden Estate Block B |
Residential |
X9 |
Clague Garden Estate Block C |
Residential |
X10 |
Waterside Plaza Block 4 |
Residual |
Table 2-6 Traffic Noise Monitoring Locations
(Planned Noise Sensitive Receivers)
Monitoring Location No. |
Description |
Landuses |
T1 |
Development at TW6 Tower 2 |
Residential |
T2 |
Development at TW7 Tower 3 |
Residential |
T3 |
Development at TW7 Tower 4 |
Residential |
T4 |
Development at TW7 Tower 7 |
Residential |
2.10.2
The status and locations of noise
sensitive receivers may change after issuing this manual. In this event, the ET Leader shall propose
updated monitoring locations and seek approval from ER/IEC and agreement from
EPD of the proposal.
2.10.3
When alternative monitoring locations are
proposed, the monitoring locations should be chosen based on the following
criteria in that they should be:
(a) at locations close to the major site
activities which are likely to have noise impacts;
(b) close to the noise sensitive receivers
(N.B. For the purposes of this section, any domestic premises, hotel, hostel,
temporary housing accommodation, hospital, medical clinic, educational
institution, place of public worship, library, court of law or performing arts
centre should be considered as a noise sensitive receiver); and
(c) for monitoring locations located in the
vicinity of the sensitive receivers, care should be taken to cause minimal
disturbance to the occupants during monitoring.
2.10.4
The monitoring station shall normally be
at a point 1m from the exterior of the sensitive receiver's building facade and
be at a position 1.2m above the ground.
If there is problem with access to the normal monitoring position, an
alternative position may be chosen, and a correction to the measurements shall
be made. For reference, a correction of
+3dB(A) shall be made to the free-field measurements. The ET Leader shall agree with the ER/IEC on the monitoring
positions and the corrections adopted.
Once the positions for the monitoring stations are chosen, the baseline
monitoring and the impact monitoring shall be carried out at the same
positions.
2.11.1
No baseline monitoring is required.
2.12.1
Traffic noise monitoring shall be carried
out at representative NSRs within one year of the road opening.The following is
an initial guide on the traffic noise monitoring requirements during the
operational phase:
·
one set of measurements at the morning
traffic peak hour on normal weekdays (exact timing to be confirmed with
Transport Department and agreed with EPD);
·
one set of measurements at the evening
traffic peak hour on normal weekdays (exact timing to be confirmed with Transport
Department and agreed with EPD);
·
a concurrent census of traffic flow and
percentage heavy vehicle shall be conducted for the road and the existing road
network in the vicinity of each measuring point;
·
average vehicle speed estimated; and
·
the two sets of monitoring data should be
obtained within the first year of operation.
·
Measured noise levels should be compared
with predicted noise levels by applying appropriate conversion corrections to
allow for the traffic conditions as the time of measurement. Appendix
C1 shows a sample data record sheet for operational noise monitoring.
2.12.2
Each set of measurements shall include
three measurements of 30 minutes. The parameters L10, Leq,
L90 and Lmax will be recorded for data auditing and
reference. The exact timing shall be confirmed with the CEDD and agreed with
EPD
2.13.1
The Action levels for traffic noise are
defined in Table 2-7. Should non-compliance of the criteria occur,
action in accordance with the Event / Action Plan in Table 2-8, shall be
carried out. Necessary mitigation measures are shown in Section 2.15. Timing and
responsibilities for the implementation of mitigation measures are shown in Appendix
A.
Table 2-7 Action Levels for Traffic Noise
Sensitive Receivers |
Action Level (Peak Hour Traffic L10 (1 hr) dB(A)) |
Office and all domestic premises
including Hotel, hostels and temporary housing accommodation |
70 dB(A) |
Educational institutions including
kindergartens, nurseries and all others where unaided voice communication is
required |
65 dB(A) |
Table 2-8 Event / Action Plan for Traffic Noise
EVENT |
ACTION |
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ET |
IEC |
ER |
Monitoring Contractor |
Highways Department |
|
Action level is exceeded in any of
the proposed monitoring stations |
1. Inform IEC, ER, and HyD; 2. Repeat measurements to confirm findings; 3. Identify source and investigate the cause of exceedance; 4. Carry out analysis of Monitoring Contractor’s working
procedures. |
1. Discuss amongst ER, ET, and HyD on the potential
remedial actions; 2. Review the remedial actions whenever necessary to assure
their effectiveness and advise the ER accordingly. |
1. Confirm receipt of notification of failure in writing; 2. Notify Monitoring Contractor; 3. Supervise the implementation of remedial measures. |
1. Notify HyD. Provide details of traffic flow and other
monitoring condition to EPD. |
1. Liaise with EPD to
investigate noise mitigation proposals; 2. Implement noise mitigation proposals if
required. |
2.14.1
As the noise sensitive receivers close to
the proposed road will be exposed to traffic noise during the operational
phase, a noise monitoring programme shall be developed to include noise
measurements at noise sensitive receivers during the peak traffic hour. The
programme shall be carried out by the Environmental Team (ET) to ensure that
the traffic noise levels are comparable to those predicted in the EIA under the
full provision of the mitigation measures recommended.
2.14.2
The recommended noise mitigation measures
in the EIA report are described below:
·
Concrete parapet walls of 0.8m high are
adopted along all elevated sections of the existing and planned roads, with the
exception of the elevated roads joining Castle Peak Road – Tsuen Wan Section
and Tsuen Mun Road where noise barriers are currently in place.
·
Cantilevered
road barriers, as well as semi-enclosures or full noise enclosures have been
considered for the road traffic noise impact.
3.1.1
Monitoring and audit of the Total
Suspended Particulates (TSP) levels shall be carried out by the ET during
construction to ensure that any deteriorating air quality can be readily
detected and timely action taken to rectify the situation.
3.1.2
1-hour and 24-hour TSP levels should be
measured to indicate the impacts of construction dust on air quality. The TSP levels shall be measured by
following the standard high volume sampling method as set out in the “Title
40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1 (Part 50), Appendix B”.
3.1.3
Upon approval of the ER/IEC, 1-hour TSP
levels can be measured by direct reading methods which are capable of producing
comparable results as that by the high volume sampling method, to indicate
short event impacts.
3.1.4
All relevant data including temperature,
pressure, weather conditions, elapsed-time meter reading for the start and stop
of the sampler, identification and weight of the filter paper, and other
special phenomena and work progress of the concerned site etc. shall be
recorded in detail. A sample data sheet
is shown in Appendix C2.
3.2.1
The following equipment shall be used
when carrying out the construction phase, air quality monitoring:
3.2.2
High volume sampler (HVS) in compliance
with the following specifications shall be used for carrying out the 1-hr and
24-hr TSP monitoring:
(a) 0.6-1.7 m3/min (20-60 SCFM)
adjustable flow range;
(b) equipped with a timing/control device with
+/- 5 minutes accuracy for 24 hours operation;
(c) installed with elapsed-time meter with +/-
2 minutes accuracy for 24 hours operation;
(d) capable of providing a minimum exposed area
of 406 cm2 (63 in2);
(e) flow control accuracy: +/- 2.5% deviation over
24-hr sampling period;
(f) equipped with a shelter to protect the
filter and sampler;
(g) incorporated with an electronic mass flow
rate controller or other equivalent devices;
(h) equipped with a flow recorder for
continuous monitoring;
(i) provided with a peaked roof inlet;
(j) incorporated with a manometer;
(k) able to hold and seal the filter paper to
the sampler housing at horizontal position;
(l) easy to change the filter; and
(m)
capable of operating continuously for 24-hr period.
3.2.3
The Contractor / ET shall be responsible
for provision of the monitoring equipment.
He shall ensure that a sufficient number of High Volume Samplers (HVSs)
with an appropriate calibration kit are available for carrying out the baseline
monitoring, regular impact monitoring and ad hoc monitoring. The HVSs shall be equipped with an
electronic mass flow controller and be calibrated against a traceable standard
at regular intervals. All the equipment,
calibration kit, filter papers, etc. shall be clearly labelled.
3.2.4
Initial calibration of dust monitoring
equipment shall be conducted upon installation and thereafter at bi-monthly
intervals. The transfer standard shall
be traceable to the internationally recognised primary standard and be
calibrated annually. The calibration data shall be properly documented for
future reference. All the data should
be converted into standard temperature and pressure conditions.
3.2.5
The flow-rate of the sampler before and
after the sampling exercise with the filter in position shall be verified to be
constant and be recorded in the data sheet as stated in Section 3.1.
3.2.6
If the ET Leader proposes to use a
direct-reading dust meter to measure 1-hr TSP levels, he shall submit
sufficient information to the ER/IEC to prove that the instrument is capable of
achieving a comparable result with that of the HVS to confirm that it may be
used for the 1-hr sampling. The instrument should also be calibrated regularly,
and the 1-hr sampling shall be determined periodically by HVS to check the
validity and accuracy of the results measured by a direct reading method.
3.2.7
Wind data monitoring equipment shall also
be provided and set up at strategic locations for logging wind speed and wind
direction near the dust monitoring locations.
The equipment installation location shall be proposed by the ET Leader
and agreed with the ER/IEC. For
installation and operation of wind data monitoring equipment, the following
points shall be observed:
(a) the wind sensors should be installed on
masts at an elevated level 10m above ground so that they are clear of
obstructions or turbulence caused by the buildings;
(b) the wind data should be captured by a data
logger and to be downloaded for processing at least once a month;
(c) the wind data monitoring equipment should
be re-calibrated at least once every six months; and
(d) wind direction should be divided into 16
sectors of 22.5 degrees each.
3.2.8
In exceptional situations, the ET Leader
may propose alternative methods to obtain representative wind data upon
approval from the ER and agreement from IEC.
3.3.1
A clean laboratory with constant
temperature and humidity control, and equipped with necessary measuring and
conditioning instruments to handle the dust samples collected, shall be
available for sample analysis, and equipment calibration and maintenance. The laboratory should be HOKLAS accredited.
3.3.2
If a site laboratory is set up or a
non-HOKLAS accredited laboratory is hired for carrying out the laboratory
analyses, the laboratory equipment shall be approved by the IEC/ER and the
measurement procedures shall be witnessed by the IEC/ER. The ET Leader shall provide the ER with one
copy of Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1 (Part 50), Appendix
B for his reference.
3.3.3
Filter paper of size 8"x10"
shall be labelled before sampling. It
shall be a clean filter paper with no pin holes, and shall be conditioned in a
humidity controlled chamber for over 24-hr and be pre-weighed before use for
the sampling.
3.3.4
After sampling, the filter paper, loaded
with dust, shall be kept in a clean and tightly sealed plastic bag. The filter paper shall then be returned to
the laboratory for reconditioning in the humidity controlled chamber followed
by accurate weighing by an electronic balance with a readout down to 0.1
mg. The balance shall be regularly
calibrated against a traceable standard.
3.3.5
All the collected samples shall be kept
in a good condition for 6 months before disposal.
3.4.1
The dust monitoring locations are shown
in Table 3-1 and Figure 3-1. The status and locations of dust
sensitive receivers may change after issuing this manual. In this event, the ET
Leader shall propose updated monitoring locations and seek approval from ER/IEC
and agreement from EPD on the proposal.
Table 3-1 Dust Monitoring Locations
Monitoring Location No. |
Descriptions |
Landuses |
M1 |
Summit Terrace
Tower 5 |
Residential |
M2 |
The Panorama |
Residential |
M3 |
Clague Garden
Estate Block A |
Residential |
M4 |
Clague Garden
Estate Block B |
Residential |
M5 |
Clague Garden
Estate Block C |
Residential |
M6 |
Tsuen Wan Park |
Recreational |
M7 |
Leader Industrial
Centre Phase I & II |
Industrial |
M8 |
Broadway Centre |
Industrial |
3.4.2
The following criteria, as far as
practicable, should be followed when alternative monitoring locations are
proposed, in that the position should be:
(a) at the site boundary or such locations
close to the major dust emission source;
(b) close to the sensitive receptors; and
(c) take into account the prevailing
meteorological conditions.
3.4.3
The ET Leader shall agree with the ER/IEC
on the position of the HVS for installation of the monitoring equipment. The
following points shall be considered when positioning the samplers:
(a) a horizontal platform with appropriate
support to secure the samplers against gusty wind should be provided;
(b) no two samplers should be placed less than
2 meter apart;
(c) the distance between the sampler and an
obstacle, such as buildings, must be at least twice the height that the obstacle
protrudes above the sampler;
(d)
a minimum of 2 metres of separation from walls,
parapets and penthouses is required for rooftop samplers;
(e) a minimum of 2 metre separation from any
supporting structure, measured horizontally is required;
(f) no furnace or incinerator flue is nearby;
(g) airflow around the sampler is unrestricted;
(h) the sampler is more than 20 metres from the
dripline;
(i) any wire fence and gate, to protect the
sampler, should not cause any obstruction during monitoring;
(j) permission must be obtained to set up the
samplers and to obtain access to the monitoring stations; and
(k) a
secured supply of electricity is needed to operate the samplers.
3.5.1
The ET Leader shall carry out baseline
monitoring at all of the designated monitoring locations for at least 14
consecutive days prior to the commissioning of the construction works to obtain
daily 24-hr TSP samples. 1-hr sampling
shall also be done at least 3 times per day while the highest dust impact is
expected.
3.5.2
During the baseline monitoring, there
should not be any construction or dust generation activities in the vicinity of
the monitoring stations.
3.5.3
In case the baseline monitoring cannot be
carried out at the designated monitoring locations during the baseline
monitoring period, the ET Leader shall carry out the monitoring at alternative
locations which can effectively represent the baseline conditions at the impact
monitoring locations. The alternative baseline monitoring locations shall be
approved by the ER/IEC and agreed with IEC.
3.5.4
In exceptional case, when insufficient
baseline monitoring data or questionable results are obtained, the ET Leader
shall liaise with IEC and EPD to agree on an appropriate set of data to be used
as a baseline reference and submit to ER for approval.
3.5.5
Ambient conditions may vary seasonally
and shall be reviewed at three monthly intervals. If the ET Leader considers that the ambient conditions have been
changed and a repeat of the baseline monitoring is required to be carried out
for obtaining the updated baseline levels, the monitoring should be at times
when the contractor's activities are not generating dust, at least in the
proximity of the monitoring stations. Should
change in ambient conditions be determined, the baseline levels and, in turn,
the air quality criteria, should be revised. The revised baseline levels and
air quality criteria should be agreed with ER, IEC and EPD.
3.6.1
The ET Leader shall carry out impact
monitoring during the course of the Works.
For regular impact monitoring, the sampling frequency of at least once
in every six-days, shall be strictly observed at all the monitoring stations
for 24-hr TSP monitoring. For 1-hr TSP
monitoring, the sampling frequency of at least three times in every six-days
should be undertaken when the highest dust impact occurs.
3.6.2
The specific time to start and stop the
24-hr TSP monitoring shall be clearly defined for each location and be strictly
followed by the operator.
3.6.3
In case of non-compliance with the air
quality criteria, more frequent monitoring exercise, as specified in the Event / Action Plan in Section
3.7,
shall be conducted within 24 hours after the result is obtained. This additional monitoring shall be
continued until the excessive dust emission or the deterioration in air quality
is rectified.
3.7.1
The baseline monitoring results form the
basis for determining the air quality criteria for the impact monitoring. The ET Leader shall compare the impact
monitoring results with air quality criteria set up for 24-hour TSP and 1-hour
TSP. Table 3-2 shows the air quality criteria, namely Action and Limit
levels to be used. Should
non-compliance of the air quality criteria occurs, the ET, the E/IEC and the
Contractor shall undertake the relevant action in accordance with the Action
Plan in Table 3-3.
Table
3-2 Action and Limit Levels for Air
Quality
Monitoring
Parameters |
Action Level |
Limit Level |
24 Hour TSP Level in µg/m³ |
For
baseline level £ 200 µg/m³, Action level = (baseline level
plus 30% and Limit level)/2 For baseline level > 200 µg/m³, Action
level = Limit level |
260 |
1 Hour TSP Level in µg/m³ |
For baseline level £ 384 µg/m³, Action level =
(baseline level plus 30% and Limit level)/2 For baseline level > 384 µg/m³,
Action level = Limit level |
500 |
Table
3-3 Event / Action Plan for Air
Quality Monitoring
EVENT |
ACTION |
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ACTION LEVEL |
ET |
IEC |
ER |
Contractor |
1. Exceedance for one sample |
1. Identify source; 2. Inform IEC and ER; 3. Repeat
measurement to confirm finding; 4. Increase monitoring frequency
to daily. |
1. Review the investigation results
submitted by the ET; 2. Check the working method of Contractor. |
1. Notify Contractors. |
1. Rectify any unacceptable
practice; 2. Amend working methods if
appropriate. |
2. Exceedance
for two or more consecutive samples |
1. Identify source; 2. Inform IEC and ER; 3. Advise the ER on the effectiveness of the
proposed remedial measures; 4. Repeat measurements to confirm findings; 5. Increase monitoring frequency to daily; 6. Discuss with IEC and Contractor for
remedial actions required 7. If exceedance continues arrange meeting
with IEC and ER; 8. If exceedance stops, cease additional
monitoring. |
1. Review
the investigation results submitted by the ET; 2. Review
the Discuss with ET and Contractor on possible remedial measures; and advise
the ER accordingly; 3. Advise the ER on the effectiveness of the proposed remedial measures; 4.
Discuss with ET and Contractor on possible remedial measures; 5. Supervise
Implementation of remedial measures. |
1. Confirm
receipt of notification of failure in writing; 2. Notify
Contractor; 3. In
consolidation with the IEC, agree with the Contractor on the remedial
measures to be implemented; 4. Ensure
remedial measures are properly implemented. |
1. Submit proposals for
remedial actions to ER within 3 working days of notification; 2. Implement the agreed
proposals; 3. Amend proposal if
appropriate. |
Table 3-3 Event
/ Action Plan for Air Quality Monitoring (Continued)
EVENT |
ACTION |
|||
LIMIT LEVEL |
ET |
IEC |
ER |
Contractor |
1. Exceedance for one sample |
1. Identify source, investigate the causes of
exceedance and propose remedial measures; 2. Inform ER, Contractor and EPD; 3. Repeat measurement to confirm finding; 4. Increase monitoring frequency to daily; 5. Assess
effectiveness of Contractor's remedial actions and keep IEC, EPD and ER
informed of the results. |
1. Check
monitoring data submitted by ET; 2. Check
Contractor’s working method; 3. Discuss
with ET and Contractor on possible remedial measures; 4. Advise
the ER on the effectiveness of the proposed remedial measures; 5. Supervise
implementation of remedial measures. |
1. Confirm receipt of notification of
failure in writing; 2. Notify Contractor; 3. Ensure remedial measures properly
implemented. |
1. Take immediate action to
avoid further exceedance; 2. Submit proposals for
remedial actions to IEC within 3 working days of notification; 3. Implement the agreed
proposals; 4. Amend proposal if appropriate. |
2. Exceedance for two or more consecutive
samples |
1. Identify source,
investigate the causes of exceedance and propose remedial measures; 2. Inform ER, Contractor and EPD the causes
& actions taken for the exceedances; 3. Repeat measurement to confirm findings; 4. Increase monitoring frequency to daily; 5. 6. Arrange
meeting with IEC, EPD and ER to discuss the remedial actions to be taken; 7. Assess effectiveness of Contractor's
remedial actions and keep IEC, EPD and ER informed of the results; 8. If
exceedance stops, cease additional monitoring. |
1. Check
monitoring data submitted by ET; 2. Check
Contractor’s working method; 3. Discuss
amongst ER, ET, and Contractor on the potential remedial actions; 4. Review
Contractor’s remedial actions whenever necessary to assure their
effectiveness and advise the ER accordingly; 5.
Supervise the implementation of remedial measures. |
1. Confirm
receipt of notification of failure in writing; 2. Notify
Contractor; 3. In
consolidation with the IEC, agree with the Contractor on the remedial
measures to be implemented; 4. Ensure
remedial measures properly implemented; 5. If
exceedance continues, consider what portion of the work is responsible and
instruct the Contractor to stop that portion of work until the exceedance is
abated. |
1. Take immediate action to
avoid further exceedance; 2. Submit proposals for
remedial actions to IEC within 3 working days of notification; 3. Implement the agreed
proposals; 4. Resubmit proposals if
problem still not under control; 5. Stop the relevant portion of works as determined by the ER
until the exceedance is abated. |
3.8.1
The EIA report has specified dust control
and mitigation measures in accordance with the Air Pollution Control
(Construction Dust) Regulation. The Contractor shall be responsible for the
design and implementation of measures to control dust, these include:
·
The Contractor shall undertake at all
times to prevent dust nuisance as a result of his activities. Dust suppression
measures such as water spraying are necessary and should be installed to ensure
that the air quality at the boundary of the site and at any sensitive receivers
complies with the Hong Kong Air Quality Objectives.
·
The Contractor shall notify any specific
construction work as stated in the Air Pollution Control (Construction Dust)
Regulation to the Authority before the commencement of such work.
·
The Contractor shall apply for a licence
or permit under the requirements of the relevant legislation (e.g. Air
Pollution Control Ordinance and its subsidiary regulations) wherever
applicable.
·
Watering of unpaved areas, access roads,
construction areas and dusty stockpiles shall be undertaken at least eight
times daily during dry and windy weather. Watering of the haul road shall be
undertaken four to eight times daily during dry or windy weather. Water sprays
may be either fixed or mobile to follow individual areas to be wetted as and
when required. Application of suitable wetting agents, such as dust suppression
chemicals, shall be used in addition to water, especially during the dry season
(October to December).
·
Effective water sprays shall be used
during the delivery and handling of all raw sand and aggregate, and other
similar materials, wet dust is likely to be created and to dampen all stored
materials during dry and windy weather.
·
Stockpiles of sand, aggregate or any
other dusty materials greater than 20m3
shall be enclosed on three sides, with walls extending above the pile and 1
metre beyond the front of the pile.
·
Suitable chemical wetting agent such as
dust suppression chemical shall be used on completed cuts and fills to reduce
wind erosion.
·
Areas within the construction site where
there is a regular movement of vehicles shall have a paved surface and be kept
clear of loose surface material.
·
The Contractor shall restrict all
motorized vehicles within the construction site, excluding those on public
roads, to maximum speed of 20 km per hour and confine haulage and delivery
vehicles to designated roadways inside the Site.
·
Construction working areas will be
restricted to a minimum practicable size.
·
The Contractor shall ensure that no
earth, rock or debris is deposited on public or private rights of way as result
of his activities, including any deposits arising from the movement of plant or
vehicles.
·
The Contractor shall provide a wheel
washing facility at the exits from work areas to the satisfaction of the
Engineer and to the requirements of the Commissioner of Police. Water in wheel
washing facilities and sediment shall be changed and removed respectively at
least once a month.
·
The Contractor shall submit details of
the wheel washing facilities, which shall be usable prior to any earthworks
excavation activity on the construction site. The Contractor shall also provide
a hard-surfaced road between any washing facility and the public road.
·
In the event of any spoil or debris from
construction works being deposited on adjacent land, or streams, or any silt
being washed down to any area, then all such spoil, debris or material and silt
shall be immediately removed and the affected land and areas restored to their
natural state by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
·
If spoil cannot be immediately
transported out of the Site, stockpiles should be stored in sheltered areas.
·
Plant and vehicles shall be inspected
annually to ensure that they are operating efficiently and that exhaust
emissions are not causing a nuisance. All Site vehicle exhausts should be
directed vertically upwards or directed away from ground.
·
Path for complaints and handling
procedures should be set up and implement.
3.8.2
If the above measures are not sufficient
to restore the air quality to acceptable levels, upon the advice of ET Team
Leader, the Contractor shall liaise with the IEC on other mitigation measures,
propose such measures to the ER/IEC for approval, and implement the mitigation
measures
4.1.1
The potential water quality impacts
arising from the construction phase of Tsuen Wan Road upgrading works have been assessed and are presented in the EIA
Report. The majority of the construction works will be land-based and thus
direct impacts on marine water quality will not arise. The EIA concluded that
through the implementation of mitigation measures mentioned in EIA, the
potential impacts associated with the construction and operation of the highway
is not considered significant. Monitoring of marine water quality during
construction and operation phase was therefore not considered necessary.
4.1.2
The ET shall pay special attention to the
issues relating to water quality, and check whether the Contractor has followed
the relevant contract specifications and the procedures specified under the
laws of Hong Kong. Stringent control and audit will be necessary to ensure that
effective water pollution control measures are being implemented. Site inspection
should include regular checking of the proposed measures and records of
maintenance services to ensure their proper functioning.
4.1.3
The following is a summary of the
recommended water quality mitigation measures. The implementation schedule of
mitigation measures is presented in Appendix B.
Construction Phase
Control and Mitigation of Silt-laden
Run-off
4.2.1
Silt-laden surface run-off should be
prevented from directly entering the sensitive receivers during the
construction works. The mitigation measures described below for the
construction phase are in accordance with ProPECC PN 1/94:
(a)
works sites and areas used for imported
fill stockpiling should, as far as possible, avoid the water sensitive
receivers;
(b)
stripping of existing vegetation should
be sequential to avoid exposure of large areas of embankment slopes;
(c)
special precautions should be taken when
working in the vicinity of streams and channels, especially when bridges along
TWR are being widened. This may involve the installation of temporary drainage
works to ensure that run-off does not enter the water bodies directly; typical
example of this type of measure is the provision of suitable temporary drainage
system, such as peripheral channels around the site, to intercept all on-site runoff
to water quality treatment devices such as sedimentation pond / sand trap. Only
treated run-off from these devices will be discharged offsite. Sizes and
arrangement details of these drainage works depend on local conditions and will
be addressed during the detailed design stage;
(d)
perimeter cut-off drains to direct
off-site water around the works sites should be constructed. Internal drainage
works, erosion and sedimentation control facilities should be implemented.
Channels, earth bunds or sandbag barriers should be provided on site to direct
stormwater to silt removal facilities. The design of efficient silt removal
facilities should be based on the guidelines provided in ProPECC PN 1/94;
(e)
sedimentation tanks of sufficient
capacity, constructed from pre-formed individual cells of approximately 6-8 m3
capacity should be adopted as a general mitigation measure which can be used
for settling wastewaters prior to disposal. The tanks are readily available and
used primarily for recycling water for bored piling operations. The system
capacity should be flexible and able to handle multiple inputs from a variety
of sources and particularly suited to applications where the influent is
pumped. Various physical enhancement and chemical additives can be added to refine
the
sedimentation process;
(f)
construction works should be programmed
to minimise surface excavations / cutting during the rainy period (April to
September). If excavation of soil cannot be avoided during the rainy period, or
at any time of year when rainstorms are likely, exposed slope surfaces should
be covered by a tarpaulin or other means. Other measures that need to be
implemented before, during and after rainstorms are summarized in ProPECC PN
1/94. Particular attention should be paid to the control of silty surface
run-off during storms events, especially for sites located near steep slopes;
(g)
all exposed earth areas should be
completed and re-vegetated promptly after earthworks have been completed, or
alternately, within 14 days of the cessation of earthworks;
(h)
earthworks final surfaces should be well
compacted and subsequent permanent work or surface protection should be carried
out immediately after final surfaces are formed in order to prevent rainstorm
erosion;
(i)
the overall slope of the site should be kept
to a minimum to reduce the erosive potential of surface water flows and all
trafficked areas and access roads should be protected by coarse stone ballast.
An additional advantage accruing from the use of crushed stone is the positive
traction gained during prolonged periods of inclement weather and the reduction
of surface sheet flows;
(j)
silt contained water and drilling water
collected from any boring operations, dewatering etc. should be removed with
properly designed silt removal facilities, such as sedimentation tanks referred
to above, such that the TM on Effluent Standards are achieved prior to the
discharge of waters;
(k)
all drainage facilities, erosion and
sediment control structures should be inspected regularly and maintained to
ensure proper and efficient operation at all times and particularly following
rainstorms. Deposited silt and grit should be removed regularly and disposed of
by spreading evenly over stable and non-sensitive vegetated areas;
(l)
measures should be taken to minimise the
ingress of site drainage into excavations. If the excavation of trenches in
rainy period (April to September) is necessary, they should be dug and
backfilled in short sections. Water pumped out from trenches or foundation
excavations should be discharged into the silt removal facilities;
(m)
all open stockpiles of construction
materials (e.g. aggregates, sand and fill material) should be covered with a
tarpaulin or similar fabric during rainstorms. Measures should be taken to
prevent the washing away of construction materials, soil, silt or debris into
any drainage system;
(n)
manholes (including newly constructed
ones) should always be covered and temporarily sealed so as to prevent silt,
construction materials or debris being washed into the drainage system;
(o)
all vehicles and plants should be cleaned
before leaving the construction site to ensure no earth, mud and debris is
deposited on roads. An adequately designed and automatic wheel washing
facilities should be provided at every site exit and wash-water should have
sand and silt settled out and removed at least on a regular basis to ensure the
continued efficiency of the process;
(p)
the section of access road leading to,
and exiting from the wheel-wash bay to the public road should be paved with
sufficient backfill toward the wheel-wash bay to prevent vehicle tracking of
soil and silty water to public roads and drains;
(q)
water used for construction purposes on
site should, as far as practical, be recycled for use and;
(r)
information detailing storm run-off and
wastewater discharge points, and the corresponding maximum (or range of)
volumes of discharges expected from the construction sites on a dry day should
be provided in the WPCO licence application. In general, assuming adequate
information has been provided together with the license application, EPD would
need at least 20 days for the processing of a license for a discharge. It is
therefore recommended that the Contractor submit the licence application to EPD
as early as possible before the commencement of any discharge.
4.2.2
If the good management practices
abovementioned are implemented, adverse impacts on the aquatic environment due
to surface run-off should be avoided.
4.2.3
In order to prevent water quality impact
associated with construction material, the following mitigation techniques are
recommended:
(a)
stockpiles of cement and other
construction material should be kept covered when not being used;
(b)
stockpiles of cement and other
construction material should not be located adjacent to nullahs and streams;
(c)
entry points into the surface drainage
system should be fitted with oil interceptors;
(d)
waste oil and other chemical waste as
defined in the Waste Disposal (Chemical Waste) (General) Regulation require
disposal by an appropriate means and require pre-notification to EPD prior to
disposal. An appropriate disposal facility should be the Chemical Waste
Treatment Centre (CWTC) at Tsing Yi. If chemical wastes are to be generated,
the Contractor will need to register with EPD as a chemical waste producer and
observe the requirements for chemical waste storage, labelling, transportation
and disposal. The requirements for waste storage, transportation and disposal
are considered in EIA Report Chapter 6 - Waste Management Implications;
(e)
impact associated with spillages should be
managed through careful handling procedures.
Oil and fuel should only be used and stored in designated areas with
pollution prevention facilities. Fuel tanks and drums of fuel oils and other
polluting fluids/chemicals should be provided with locks and bounded to a
capacity of 110% of the storage capacity of the largest tank. The bund should
be drained of rainwater after raining events.
4.2.4
Sewage effluent arising from the on-site
construction workforce has the potential to cause water pollution. Therefore,
plans for the collection, treatment and disposal of sewage during construction
phase should be specified. Sewage generated on site should be disposed of
through connection of the sanitation facilities with the existing foul sewerage
system. Where this is not possible,
temporary portable chemical toilets, septic tanks or package sewage treatment
plants may need to be used. Overall it is considered that no water quality
impact is expected to arise from on-site generated sewage if such sewage
facilities are provided.
4.2.5
The amount of sediment accumulating on
the road surface during operation is not expected to be large, particularly due
to the proposals for landscaping of adjacent embankments, which will minimize soil
exposure immediately next to the carriageways. The road drainage system will be
incorporated as part of the general road improvement scheme and will facilitate
drainage of run-off of floodwater directly into the water system.
4.2.6
If the measures highlighted above are
adopted, and if the drainage network is maintained appropriately, the impact on
the aquatic environment should be minimal.
4.3.1
With the full implementation of the
recommended mitigation measures for the construction and operation phases of
the Project, no unacceptable residual impacts on water quality are anticipated.
It is recommended that regular audit of the implementation of these measures be
carried out during the construction phase.
4.4.1
The site inspections and the document
review procedures are mentioned in Section 11 of this manual, the ET
Leader shall pay special attention to the issues relating to water quality, and
check whether the Contractor has followed the recommended mitigation measures
and the relevant legislation and guidelines.
5.1.1
The Contractor is responsible for the
management of materials and wastes arising during the construction of the
proposed works. This includes; control of wastes on site, removal of the waste materials
from the site and the implementation of any mitigation measures to minimise
waste or redress any problems that arise from waste associated with the works.
In addition to C&D waste and domestic wastes, this material may include
sewage, waste water or effluent contaminated with sand, cement, silt or any
other suspended or dissolved material that flows from the site onto any
adjoining land, sewer, or water course. This also includes any waste matter or
refuse deposited anywhere within the site or onto any adjoining land.
5.1.2
The Contractor should develop procedures
for the management of wastes in the form of a waste management plan (WMP). The
proposed widening works will result in a net deficit of fill, and it will be
necessary to import fill material for the construction of embankments etc. In
this regard, the Contractor shall take all reasonable measures to ensure that
materials are reused on site, as far as is practicable and shall introduce a
programme for on-site training of staff to promote the issues of site
cleanliness and good waste management.
5.1.3
The WMP should be prepared and submitted
for approval by Architect / Engineer / Supervising Officer prior any
construction activities. During the construction period the WMP should be used
as a working document to detail the on-going management procedures and to
record waste arisings and import of fill throughout the Contract. The WMP shall
be subject to audit under the requirements of the Environmental Monitoring and
Audit Procedures. The implementation schedule of waste management is detailed
in Appendix B.
5.2.1
The following hierarchy should be used to
evaluate waste management options, thus allowing maximum waste reduction and
often reducing costs:
·
avoidance and minimisation, i.e. avoiding
or not generating waste through changing or improving practices and design;
·
reuse of materials, thus avoiding
disposal (generally with only limited reprocessing);
·
recovery and recycling, thus avoiding
disposal (although reprocessing may be required); and
·
treatment and disposal, according to
relevant laws, guidelines and good practice.
5.2.2
The suitability (or
otherwise) of material for reuse on site shall be detailed in the WMP. If, for
any reason, the recommendations cannot be implemented, full justification
should be given in the WMP for approval by Architect
/ Engineer / Supervising Officer.
5.3.1
To facilitate adoption of the
best-practice philosophy, training shall be provided to all personnel working
on site. The training shall promote the concept of general site cleanliness and
clearly explain the appropriate waste management procedures defined in the WMP.
Overall, the training should encourage all workers to reduce, reuse and recycle
wastes.
5.4.1
During construction, the WMP should be
kept up to date on a monthly basis with records of the actual quantities of
wastes generated, recycled and disposed of off-site, as well as fill imported
to site. Quantities shall be determined by weighing each load or other methods
agreed to by the Engineer’s Representative. Waste shall only be disposed of at
licensed sites and the WMP should include procedures to ensure that illegal
disposal of wastes does not occur. Only reputable waste hauliers authorised to
collect the specific category of waste concerned should be employed and a trip
ticket system shall be implemented for offsite disposal of C&D and solid
waste at public filling facilities and landfills (in accordance with WBTC
5/99). Appropriate measures should be employed to minimise windblown litter and
dust during transportation by either covering trucks or transporting wastes in
enclosed containers.
5.5.1
Work site(s) shall be arranged and
managed to facilitate the proper management of wastes and materials. The WMP shall
include plans indicating specific areas designated the storage of particular
types of waste, reusable and recyclable materials as well as areas and
management proposals for any stockpiling areas. Waste storage areas should be
well maintained and cleaned regularly. Specific provisions for different types
of material are outlined below. In general, these areas should be designed to
avoid cross contamination of materials as well as pollution of the surrounding
environment.
5.6.1
Careful design, planning and good site
management can minimise over ordering and generation of surplus materials such
as concrete, mortars and cement grouts. The design of formwork should maximise
the use of standard wooden panels so that high reuse levels can be
achieved. Alternatives such as steel
formwork or plastic facing should be considered to increase the potential for
reuse.
5.6.2
C&D materials should be segregated on
site into different waste and material types. This will increase the
feasibility of certain components of the waste stream being recycled by
specialised contractors. The Contractor should clearly demonstrate in the WMP
how he intends to maximise the reuse of C&D material on-site. Where reuse
of materials on site is not feasible, the Contractor should explore
opportunities for recycling materials off-site. Inert C&D materials shall
be reused on site or recycled with the remaining non-inert materials which
cannot be reused or recycled being disposed of to landfill.
5.6.3
Potential opportunities for recycling and
reuse of C&D materials from the Widening works includes:
·
milling wastes arising from regrading of
the existing pavement could be recycled on site and reused as either road-base
in the new carriageways or fill for new embankments;
·
existing marginal roadside barriers
comprise pre-cast units, it may be possible to re-use these following widening
works; and
·
existing bridge parapets comprise
aluminum post and railings, these have a recyclable value and could be sold on
for reconditioning or reused for scrap metal.
5.6.4
Any stockpile should be sited away from
existing watercourses and suitably covered to prevent wind erosion and impacts
on air and water quality.
5.7.1
Chemical waste should be handled in
accordance with the Code of Practice on the packaging, Handling and Storage
of Chemical Wastes as follows. Containers used for the storage of chemical
wastes should:
·
be suitable for the substance they are
holding, resistant to corrosion, maintained in a good condition, and securely
closed;
·
have a capacity of less than 450L unless
the specifications have been approved by the EPD; and
·
display a label in English and Chinese in
accordance with instructions prescribed in Schedule 2 of the Waste Disposal
(Chemical Waste) (General) Regulation (Cap. 354C).
5.7.2
The storage area for chemical wastes
should:
·
be clearly labelled and used solely for
the storage of chemical waste;
·
be enclosed on at least 3 sides;
·
have an impermeable floor and bunding, of
capacity to accommodate 110% of the volume of the largest container or 20% by
volume of the chemical waste stored in that area, whichever is the greatest;
·
have adequate ventilation;
·
be covered to prevent rainfall entering
(water collected within the bund must be tested and disposed as chemical waste
if necessary); and
·
Be arranged so that incompatible
materials are adequately separated.
5.7.3
The Contractor shall register with EPD as
a Chemical Waste Producer. Waste oils and other chemical wastes as defined in
the Waste Disposal (Chemical Waste) (General) Regulation will require
disposal by an appropriate means and could require pre-notification to EPD
prior to disposal. Appropriate means include disposal:
·
via a licensed waste collector; and
·
to a facility licensed to receive
chemical waste, such as the Chemical Waste Treatment Facility which also offers
a chemical waste collection service and can supply the necessary storage
containers; or
·
to a reuser of the waste, under approval
from EPD. The Centre for Environmental Technology operates a Waste Exchange
Scheme, which can assist in finding receivers or buyers.
5.8.1
General refuse generated on-site should
be stored in enclosed bins or compaction units separate from construction and
chemical wastes. A reputable waste collector should be employed by the
Contractor to remove general refuse from the site, separately from construction
and chemical wastes, on a daily or every second day basis to minimize odour,
pest and litter impacts. The burning of refuse on construction sites is
prohibited by law.
5.8.2
General refuse is generated largely by
food service activities on site, so reusable rather than disposable dishware
should be used if feasible. Aluminum cans are often recovered from the waste
stream by individual collectors if they are segregated or easily accessible.
Therefore separate, labelled bins for their deposit should be provided if
feasible. Office
waste can be reduced through recycling of paper if volume is large enough to
warrant collection. Participation in a local collection scheme should be
considered if one is available. burning of refuse on construction sites
is prohibited by law
5.9.1
The site inspections and the document
review procedures are mentioned in Section 11 of this manual, the ET
Leader shall pay special attention to the issues relating to waste management,
and check whether the Contractor has followed the recommended mitigation
measures and the relevant legislation and guidelines.
6.1.1
GDBL is a restored landfill with
comprehensive LFG control measures consisting both active and passive LFG
management systems and there is no evidence indicating that there is
significant migration of LFG beyond GDBL. Also, no excavation will be conducted
within the boundary fence of the landfill site and it is considered that the stored
waste as well as landfill restoration facilities will not be affected. As
result, the overall LPG risks posed by GDBL to Tsuen Wan Bypass, Widening of
Tsuen Wan Road between Tsuen Tsing Interchange and Kwai Tsing Interchange and
Associated Junction Improvement Works are medium and low for construction phase
and operation phase respectively.
6.1.2
Landfill gas monitoring for methane,
carbon dioxide and oxygen shall be carried out to identify any migration
between the landfill and the site and to ensure the safety of the Contractor’s
personnel.
6.1.3
Monitoring shall be carried out and
reported in a similar manner to that for the Restoration Contract to provide
comparable data. An example of landfill gas monitoring field measurement
recording sheet as used in the Restoration Contract is presented in Appendix
C3. The presentation format for landfill gas monitoring shall be
based on this format and agreed with EPD.
Appointment
of a Safety Officer
6.2.1
A Safety Officer, trained in the use of
gas detection equipment and LFG related hazards should be present on site
throughout the groundwork phase. The Safety Officer should be provided with an
intrinsically safe portable instrument (or instruments), appropriately calibrated
and capable of measuring the following gases in the ranges indicated:
·
Methane 0
to 100% LEL and 0 to 100% by volume
·
Carbon dioxide 0 to 100%; and
·
Oxygen
0 to 21%
Outline
of Safety Requirements
6.3.1
In all construction work adjacent to
GDBL, safety precautions should be implemented to minimize the risks of:
·
Fires and explosions;
·
Asphyxiation of workers; and
·
Toxicity effects.
6.3.2
Precautions should be clearly laid down
and rigidly adhered to with respect to:
·
Trenching and excavation; and
·
Creation of confined spaces at, near to
or below ground level.
6.3.3
In addition to normal site safety
procedures, gas detection equipment and appropriate breathing apparatus should
be available and used when entering confined spaces or trenches deeper than 1m.
Safety
Measures
6.3.4
The following safety measures should be
implemented during the construction phase of the Project:
(a)
All personnel who work on site and all
visitors to the site should be made aware of the possibility of ignition of gas
in the vicinity of the excavations. Safety notices should be posted warning of
the potential hazards.
(b)
Those staff who work in, or have
responsibility for “at risk” areas, including all excavation workers,
supervisors and engineers working within the CZ, should receive appropriate
training on working in areas susceptible to LFG, fire and explosion hazards.
(c)
An excavation procedure or code of
practice to minimize LFG related risk should be devised and carried out by the
contractor.
(d)
No worker should be allowed to work alone
at any time in or near to any excavation. At least one other worker should be
available to assist with a rescue if needed.
(e)
Smoking, naked flames and all other
sources of ignition should be prohibited within 15m of any excavation or
ground-level confined space. “No Smoking” and No Naked Flame” notices should be
posted prominently on the construction site and, if necessary, special areas
designated for smoking.
(f)
Welding, flame-cutting or other hot works
should be confined to open areas at least 15m from any trench or excavation.
(g)
Welding, flame cutting or other hot works
may only be carried out in trenches or confined spaces when controlled by a
“permit to work” procedure, properly authorised by the Safety Officer or other
appropriately qualified person.
(h)
The permit to work procedure should set
down clearly the requirements for continuous monitoring for methane, carbon
dioxide and oxygen throughout the period for which the hot works are in
progress. The procedure should also require the presence of an appropriately
qualified person in attendance outside the “confined area” who shall be
responsible for reviewing the gas measurements as they are made, and who shall
have executive responsibility for suspending the work in the event of
unacceptable or hazardous conditions. Only those workers who are appropriately
trained and fully aware of the potentially hazardous conditions which may arise
should be permitted to carry out hot works in confined areas.
(i)
Ground level construction plant should be
fitted with vertical exhausts at least 0.6m above ground level and with spark
arrestors.
(j)
Any electrical equipment, such as motors
and extension cords, should be intrinsically safe.
(k)
During piping assembly or construction,
all valves/seals should be closed immediately after installation. As
construction progresses, all valves/seals should be closed as installed to
prevent the migration of gases through the pipeline/conduit. All
piping/conducting should be capped at the end of each working day.
(l)
Mobile offices, equipment stores, mess
rooms etc should be located on an areas which has been proven to be gas free
(by survey with portable gas detectors) and ongoing monitoring should be
carried out to ensure that these areas remain gas free. The use of permanent
gas detectors may be appropriate in some circumstances where there is a
relatively high risk but for many developments it will be sufficient to have
regular monitoring undertaken manually by the safety officer. The particular
arrangements to be adopted at a specific site will need to be determined during
the risk assessment/design of protection measures.
(m)
Alternatively, such buildings should be
raised clear of the ground. If buildings are raised clear of the ground, a
minimum clear separation distance (as measured from the highest point on the
ground surface to the underside of the lowest floor joist) should be 500mm.
(n)
During construction, adequate fire
extinguishing equipment, fire-resistant clothing and breathing apparatus (BA)
sets should be made available on site.
6.3.5
The Contractor should formulate a health
and safety policy, standards and instructions for site personnel to follow.
6.4.1
The following should be noted for LFG
monitoring:
(a)
Periodically during groundwork
construction, the works area should be monitored for methane, carbon dioxide
and oxygen using appropriately calibrated portable gas detection equipment.
(b)
The monitoring frequency and areas to be
monitored should be set down prior to commencement of groundworks by either the
Safety Officer or by an appropriately qualified person.
(c)
Routine monitoring should be carried out
in all excavations, manholes and chambers and any other confined spaces that
may have been created by, for example, the temporary storage of building
materials on the site surface.
(d)
All measurements in excavations should be
made with the monitoring tube located not more than 10mm from the exposed
ground surface,
(e)
Monitoring of excavations should be
undertaken as follows:
i)
For excavations deeper than 1m,
measurements should be made:
·
At the ground surface before excavation
commences;
·
Immediately before any workers enter the
excavation;
·
At the beginning of each working day for
the entire period the excavation remains open; and
·
Periodically through the working day
whilst workers are in the excavation.
ii)
For excavations between 300mm and 1m
deep, measurements should be made:
·
Directly after the excavation has been
completed; and
·
Periodically whilst the excavations
remains open.
iii)
For excavations less than 300mm deep, monitoring may be
omitted, at the discretion of the Safety Officer or other appropriately
qualified person.
6.5.1
Intrinsically safe, portable gas
detectors shall be used when working in any confined space which has the
potential for the presence of landfill gas, and the risk of explosion or
asphyxiation. The landfill gas monitoring instrument shall :
·
Where possible, comply with BS6020 and be
approved by BASEEFA as intrinsically safe, suitable for use in a Zone 2 area to
BS5345;
·
Be capable of continuous monitoring of
methane, oxygen and carbon dioxide;
·
Be capable of continuous barometric
pressure and gas pressure measurement;
·
Normally operate in diffusion mode unless
required for spot sampling, when it should be capable of operating by means of
an aspirator or pump;
·
Have low battery, fault and over range
indication incorporated;
·
Store monitoring date, and shall be
capable of being down-loaded directly to a PC;
·
Measure in the following ranges:
·
Methane 0-100%
LEL & 0-100% v/v
·
Oxygen 0-25%
v/v
·
Carbon dioxide 0-100%
v/v
·
Barometric
pressure mBar
(absolute)
·
Gas pressure (relative to
atmosphere) Pascals
·
Temperature
0-100oC
6.5.2
The monitoring equipment shall alarm
(both audibly and visually) in the event that the concentrations of the following
are exceeded :
·
Methane – higher than 10 % LEL
·
Carbon dioxide – higher than 0.5 %
·
Oxygen – lower than 18 % by volume
6.5.3
The equipment used to monitor LFG
concentrations in excavations shall be
same as that for LFG monitoring for utility manholes and chambers.
6.6.1
As a general measure to minimise the risk
of explosion due to the presence of methane, “no smoking” signs shall be placed
at entry or access points of the work site.
6.6.2
The Limit Levels and relevant Action Plan
for landfill gas detected in utilities and any on-site areas following
construction are shown in Table 6-1 below.
Table
6-1 Limit Levels and Action Plan for Landfill Gas
Parameter |
Level |
Action |
Oxygen |
<19% |
Ventilate trench/void to restore O2 to >19% |
<18% |
Stop works Evacuate personnel / prohibit entry Increase ventilation to restore O2 to >19% |
|
Methane |
>10% LEL |
Post “No Smoking” signs at concerned areas in addition to site
entry/access points Prohibit hot works Increase ventilation to restore CH4 to <10% LEL |
>20% LEL |
Stop works Evacuate personnel / prohibit entry Increase ventilation to restore CH4 to <10% LEL |
|
Carbon Dioxide |
>0.5% |
Ventilate to restore CO2 to < 0.5% |
>1.5% |
Stop works Evacuate personnel / prohibit entry Increase ventilation to restore CO2 to < 0.5% |
6.7.1
If drilling of boreholes is carried out
within the CZ, then the advice given in Sections 8.29 to 8.49 of Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97)should be followed, and in
particular the drilling contractor should provide a Method Statement detailing
the procedures to be followed, which should include:
(a)
provision of
an intrinsically safe portable methane gas detector;
(b)
no smoking to
be allowed within 15m of a borehole;
(c)
capping of
casing at the end of each working day; and
(d)
exhaust and
air-intake stacks to be at least 1.5m above ground level.
7.1.1
The EIA has recommended that EM&A for
landscape and visual resources is undertaken during both the construction and
operational phases of the project. The implementation and maintenance of the
landscape compensatory planting measures is a key aspect of this and should be
checked to ensure that the proposals are fully realised. The mitigation measures
are detailed in Chapter
8 Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment of the EIA Report.
7.1.2
Also any potential conflicts between the
proposed landscape measures and any other project works and operational
requirements should be resolved at the earliest possible date and without
compromise to the intention of the mitigation measures. In addition,
implementation of the mitigation measures recommended by the EIA will be
monitored through the construction phase site audit programme.
7.2.1
Baseline monitoring for the landscape and
visual resources will comprise a vegetation survey of the entire widening
undertaken on an ‘area’ basis. Representative vegetation types will be
identified along with typical species composition. An assessment of landscape character
will be made against which future change can be monitored. The landscape
resources and elements of particular concern are to be noted.
7.2.2
The landscape and visual baseline will be
determined with reference to the habitat maps included in the EIA Report.
7.3.1
A competent Landscape Architect should be
employed by the Contractor for the implementation of landscape construction
works particularly during the site clearance operations when the proposed tree
felling, lifting and transplantation will take place and subsequent maintenance
operations during the 12 month establishment period. The establishment works will be undertaken throughout the
Contractor’s one year maintenance period which will be within the first operational
year of the project.
7.3.2
All measures undertaken by both the
Contractor and the Landscape Contractor during the construction phase and first
year of the operational phase shall be audited by a Landscape Architect, as a
member of the Environmental Team. This will be completed on a regular basis to
ensure compliance with the intended aims of the EIA. Site inspections should be
undertaken at least once every two weeks throughout the construction period and
once every two months during the operational phase. Operational phase auditing will be restricted to the 12 months
establishment works of the landscaping proposals, with the appropriate agents
taking over the maintenance and monitoring after this period as identified in
the EIA Report Chapter
14.
7.3.3
In addition, audit of mitigation measures
to avoid impacts on landscape and visual resources will be required during the
construction period, together with supervision of the compensatory planting.
The audit of the compensatory planting will also extend through the first year
of the completed widening, during the Contractor’s one year maintenance period,
to ensure that the establishment of the planting.
7.3.4
The measures and inspection undertaken by
Landscape Architect during construction and operational phase as mentioned
above should be checked by Independent Environmental Checker (IEC) described in
Section 1.4.4 of this manual.
8.1.1
The hazard to life associated with a
potential chlorine spill at the Yau Kom Tau Water Treatment Works (YKTWTW) in
light of the increased road and workforce population associated with the
construction and operational phases of the Tsuen Wan Rd Upgrading Project was
assessed in the EIA Report.
8.1.2
The risk levels to the road and workforce
population of Tsuen Wan Rd are relatively low due to its significant distance
to YKTWTW, and since the risk to this population is dominated by an earthquake
event affecting the YKTWTW and the Tsuen Wan Rd and subsequent chlorine release
at WTW, no mitigation measure that could significantly reduce such risk is
considered cost-effective or practicable.
Nevertheless, several measures are recommended in the EIA Report
8.2.1
Mitigation Measures within the project boundary
are:
(a)
Introduce the ‘no stopping zones’ on the
western part of Tsuen Wan Rd and on all major roads within the area where the
individual risk levels exceed 1 x 10-9 (see Figure 8.3 in EIA Report).
This measure (if not already implemented) would be particularly effective on
Tuen Mun Rd.
(b)
Provide traffic signals to stop in case
of emergency the traffic on western part of Tsuen Wan Rd and other major roads
within the area that could be affected by a chlorine spill at YKTWTW.
8.2.2
Implementation of the following measures for
protection of the Project construction workers should be considered:
(a)
The number of workers on site during
construction stage should not exceed the levels assessed in this report.
(b)
Emergency evacuation procedures should be
formulated and all workers on site should be familiar with these procedures as
well as the route to escape in case of gas release incident . Relevant
Departments, such as WSD and FSD, should be consulted during the development of
Emergency procedures. Diagram showing the escape routes to a safe place should
be posted in the site notice boards and at the entrance/exit of site.
(c)
The emergency procedures should specify
means of providing a rapid and direct warning (e.g. Siren and Flashing Light)
to construction workers in the event of chlorine gas release in the YKTWTW.
(d)
The construction site officer should
establish a communication channel with the YKTWTW operation personnel during
construction stage. In case of any hazardous incidents in the treatment works,
operation personnel of YKTWTW should advise the site officer to evacuate the
construction workers.
9.1.1
In accordance to EIA report findings,
within the project area there is no recognized sites of conservation
importance, or important habitats, and no species of conservation importance is
identified. Thus, it is concluded from
the EIA Report Chapter 10 that the ecological impacts arose
from the project would be negligible.
9.1.2
Some tree felling and transplantation
will be required in areas of urban parkland or amenity plantation, but these
will be mitigated by compensatory planting as described in details in the
Landscape and Visual Impacts section (EIA Report Chapter 8) of the
EIA report. The EM & A requirements are mentioned in Chapter
8
of this manual.
10.1.1
In accordance with EIA report findings,
key sites of cultural heritage interest identified by the Antiquities and
Monuments Office occur in Wang Fat Ching She (WFCS) and lie at some distance
from the Tsuen Wan Road (about 100 metres). These sites will not be impacted by
the proposals either directly, or indirectly. However, it is recommended that
any works leading to changes in the development area near the junction of Tsuen
Wan Road and the Tuen Mun Highway should be noted in order to prevent any
damage on the WFCS.
10.1.2
Potential impacts of the upgrading scheme
upon existing graves site and the archaeology of the surrounding area are
considered insignificant. Some tree felling and transplantation will be
required in areas of urban parkland or amenity plantation, but these will be
mitigated by compensatory planting as described in details in the Landscape and
Visual Impacts section (EIA Report Chapter 8).
10.1.3
Hence, no specific mitigation measures to
prevent impacts upon those identified sites of cultural heritage importance are
deemed necessary. Mitigation measures generally relate to best practices
described for other Chapters in this manual to avoid unnecessary disturbance to
villages including the provision of replacement planting to compensate the loss
of woodland and Fung Shui screen planting.
11.1.1
Site Inspections provide a direct means
to trigger and enforce the specified environmental protection and pollution
control measures. They shall be undertaken routinely to inspect the
construction activities in order to ensure that appropriate environmental
protection and pollution control mitigation measures are properly
implemented. With well defined
pollution control and mitigation specifications and a well established site
inspection, deficiency and action reporting system, the site inspection is one
of the most effective tools to enforce the environmental protection
requirements on the construction site.
11.1.2
The ET Leader is responsible for
formulation of the environmental site inspection, deficiency and action
reporting system, and for carrying out the site inspection works. He shall submit a proposal on the site
inspection, deficiency and action reporting procedures within 21 days of the
construction contract commencement to the Contractor for agreement and to the
ER for approval. The ET’s proposal for
rectification would be made known to the IEC.
11.1.3
Regular site inspections shall be carried
out at least once per week. The areas of inspection shall not be limited to the
environmental situation, pollution control and mitigation measures within the
site; it should also review the environmental situation outside the site area
which is likely to be affected, directly or indirectly, by the site activities. The ET Leader shall
make reference to the following information in conducting the inspection:
(a)
the EIA and
EM&A recommendations on environmental protection and pollution control
mitigation measures;
(b)
works progress
and programme;
(c)
individual
works methodology proposals (which shall include proposal on associated
pollution control measures);
(d)
the contract
specifications on environmental protection;
(e)
the relevant
environmental protection and pollution control laws; and
(f)
previous site
inspection results.
11.1.4
The Contractor shall update the ET Leader
with all relevant information of the construction contract for him to carry out
the site inspections. The inspection results and its associated recommendations
on improvements to the environmental protection and pollution control works
shall be submitted to the ER/IEC and the Contractor within 24 hours, for
reference and for taking immediate action. The Contractor shall follow the
procedures and time-frame as stipulated in the environmental site inspection,
deficiency and action reporting system formulated by the ET Leader to report on
any remedial measures subsequent to the site inspections.
11.1.5
Ad hoc site inspections shall also be
carried out if significant environmental problems are identified. Inspections
may also be required subsequent to receipt of an environmental complaint, or as
part of the investigation work, as specified in the Action Plan for
environmental monitoring and audit.
11.2.1
There are contractual environmental
protection and pollution control requirements as well as environmental
protection and pollution control laws in Hong Kong which the construction
activities shall comply with.
11.2.2
In order that the works are in compliance
with the contractual requirements, all the works method statements submitted by
the Contractor to the ER for approval shall be sent to the ET Leader for
vetting to see whether sufficient environmental protection and pollution
control measures have been included.
11.2.3
The ET Leader shall also review the
progress and programme of the works to check that relevant environmental laws
have not been violated, and that the any foreseeable potential for violating
the laws can be prevented.
11.2.4
The Contractor shall regularly copy
relevant documents to the ET Leader so that the checking work can be carried
out. The document shall at least
include the updated Work Progress Reports, the updated Works Programme, the
application letters for different licence/permits under the environmental
protection laws, and all the valid licence/permit. The site diary shall also be available for the ET Leader's
inspection upon his request.
11.2.5
After reviewing the document, the ET
Leader shall advise the ER and the Contractor of any non-compliance with the
contractual and legislative requirements on environmental protection and
pollution control for them to take follow-up actions. If the ET Leader's review concludes that the current status on
licence/permit application and any environmental protection and pollution
control preparation works may not cope with the works programme or may result
in potential violation of environmental protection and pollution control
requirements by the works in due course, he shall also advise the Contractor
and the ER accordingly.
11.2.6
Upon receipt of the advice, the
Contractor shall undertake immediate action to remedy the situation. The ER
shall follow up to ensure that appropriate action has been taken by the
Contractor in order that the environmental protection and pollution control
requirements are fulfilled.
11.3.1
Complaints shall be referred to the ET
Leader for carrying out complaint investigation procedures. The ET Leader shall
undertake the following procedures upon receipt of the complaints:
(a)
log complaint
and date of receipt onto the complaint database and inform the IEC immediately;
(b)
investigate
the complaint to determine its validity, and to assess whether the source of
the problem is due to works activities;
(c)
if a complaint
is valid and due to works, identify mitigation measures in consultation with
the IEC;
(d)
if mitigation
measures are required, advise the Contractor accordingly;
(e)
review the
Contractor's response on the identified mitigation measures, and the updated
situation;
(f)
if the
complaint is transferred from EPD, submit interim report to EPD on status of
the complaint investigation and follow-up action within the time frame assigned
by EPD;
(g)
undertake
additional monitoring and audit to verify the situation if necessary, and
review that any valid reason for complaint does not recur;
(h)
report the
investigation results and the subsequent actions to the source of complaint for
responding to complainant (If the source of complaint is EPD, the results
should be reported within the time frame assigned by EPD); and
(i)
record the
complaint, investigation, the subsequent actions and the results in the monthly
EM&A reports.
11.3.2
The complaint handling procedures and a
sample of the complaint log are provided in Appendix D and E
respectively.
11.3.3
During the complaint investigation work,
the Contractor and ER shall cooperate with the ET Leader in providing all the
necessary information and assistance for completion of the investigation. If
mitigation measures are identified in the investigation, the Contractor shall
promptly carry out the mitigation. The ER shall ensure that the measures have
been carried out by the Contractor.
12.1.1
The following reporting requirements
based upon a paper documented approach.
However, the same information can be provided in an electronic medium
upon agreeing the format with the ER and EPD. This would enable a transition
from a paper/historic and reactive approach to an electronic/real time proactive
approach.
12.1.2
Types of reports that the ET Leader shall
prepare and submit include baseline monitoring report, monthly EM&A report,
quarterly EM&A summary report and final EM&A review report. In accordance with Annex 21 of the EIAO-TM,
a copy of the monthly, quarterly summary and final EM&A review reports
shall be made available to the Director of Environmental Protection. The exact details of the frequency,
distribution and time frame for submission shall be agreed with EPD prior to
commencement of works.
12.2.1
The ET Leader shall prepare and submit a
Baseline Environmental Monitoring Report within 10 working days of completion
of the baseline monitoring. Copies of the Baseline Environmental Monitoring
Report shall be submitted to each of the four parties: the Contractor, the IEC,
the ER and the EPD. The ET Leader shall
liaise with the relevant parties on the exact number of copies they want. The
format of the report and the format of the baseline monitoring data in magnetic
media to be submitted to EPD shall be agreed with EPD.
12.2.2
The baseline monitoring report shall
include at least the following:
(a)
up to half a
page executive summary;
(b)
brief project
background information;
(c)
drawings
showing locations of the baseline monitoring stations;
(d)
monitoring
results (in both hard and diskette copies) together with the following
information:
- monitoring
methodology;
- equipment
used and calibration details;
- parameters
monitored;
- monitoring
locations (and depth);
- monitoring
date, time, frequency and duration;
(e)
details on
influencing factors, including:
- major activities, if any, being
carried out on the site during the period;
- weather conditions during the period;
- other factors which might affect the
results;
(f)
determination
of the Action and Limit Levels for each monitoring parameter and statistical
analysis of the baseline data;
(g)
revisions for
inclusion in the EM&A Manual; and
(h)
comments and
conclusions.
12.3.1
The results and findings of all EM&A
work required in the Manual shall be recorded in the monthly EM&A reports
prepared by the ET Leader. The EM&A report shall be prepared and submitted
within 10 working days of the end of each reporting month, with the first
report due in the month after construction commences. A maximum of 4 copies of each monthly EM&A report shall be
submitted to each of the four parties: the Contractor, the IEC, the ER and EPD. Before submission of the first EM&A
report, the ET Leader shall liaise with the parties on the exact number of
copies and format of the monthly reports in both hard copy and electronic
medium requirement.
12.3.2
The ET leader shall review the number and
location of monitoring stations and parameters to monitor every 6 months or on
as needed basis in order to cater for the changes in surrounding environment
and nature of works in progress.
12.3.3
The first monthly EM&A report shall
include at least the following :
(a)
1-2 pages
executive summary;
(b)
basic project
information including a synopsis of the project organisation, programme and
management structure, and the work undertaken during the month;
(c)
a brief
summary of EM&A requirements including:
- all monitoring parameters;
- environmental quality performance limits
(Action and Limit levels);
- Event-Action Plans;
- environmental mitigation measures, as
recommended in the project EIA study final report;
- environmental requirements in contract
documents;
(d)
advice on the
implementation status of environmental protection and pollution
control/mitigation measures, as recommended in the project EIA study report,
summarised in the updated implementation schedule;
(e)
drawings
showing the project area, any environmental sensitive receivers and the
locations of the monitoring and control stations;
(f)
monitoring
results (in both hard and diskette copies) together with the following
information:
- monitoring methodology
- equipment used and calibration details
- parameters monitored
- monitoring locations (and depth)
- monitoring date, time, frequency, and
duration;
(g)
graphical
plots of trends of monitored parameters over the past four reporting periods
for representative monitoring stations annotated against the following:
- major activities being carried out on
site during the period;
- weather conditions during the period;
and
- any other factors which might affect the
monitoring results;
(h)
advice on the
solid and liquid waste management status;
(i)
a summary of
noncompliance (exceedances) of the environmental quality performance limits
(Action and Limit levels);
(j)
a review of
the reasons for and the implications of noncompliance including review of
pollution sources and working procedures;
(k)
a description
of the actions taken in the event of noncompliance and deficiency reporting and
any follow-up procedures related to earlier noncompliance;
(l)
a summary
record of all complaints received (written or verbal) for each media, including
locations and nature of complaints, liaison and consultation undertaken,
actions and follow-up procedures taken and summary of complaints; and
(m)
An account of
the future key issues as reviewed from the works programme and work method
statements.
12.3.4
The subsequent monthly EM&A reports
shall include the following :
(a)
Title Page
(b)
Executive
Summary (1-2 pages)
- Breaches of AL levels
- Complaint Log
- Reporting
Changes
- Future key issues
(c)
Contents Page
(d)
Environmental
Status
- Drawing showing the project area, any
environmental sensitive receivers and the locations of the monitoring and
control stations
- Summary of non-compliance with the
environmental quality performance limits
- Summary of complaints
(e)
Environmental
Issues and Actions
- Review issues carried forward and any
follow-up procedures related to earlier non-compliance (complaints and
deficiencies)
- Description of the actions taken in
the event of noncompliance and deficiency reporting
- Recommendations (should be specific
and target the appropriate party for action)
- Implementation status of the
mitigatory measures and the corresponding effectiveness of the measures
(f)
Future Key
Issues
(g)
Appendix
- AL levels
- Graphical plots of trends of
monitored parameters at key stations over the past four reporting periods for
representative monitoring stations annotated against the following:
i) major activities being carried out on site
during the period;
ii) weather conditions during the period; and
iii) any other factors which might affect the
monitoring results
- Monitoring schedule for the present
and next reporting period
- Cumulative complaints statistics
-
Details of complaints, outstanding issues and
deficiencies
12.4.1
The quarterly EM&A summary report
which should generally be around 5 pages (including about 3 of text and tables
and 2 of figures) should contain at least the following information:
(a)
up to half a
page executive summary;
(b)
basic project
information including a synopsis of the project organisation, programme,
contacts of key management, and a synopsis of work undertaken during the
quarter;
(c)
a brief
summary of EM&A requirements including:
- monitoring parameters;
- environmental quality performance
limits (Action and Limit levels); and
-
environmental mitigation measures, as recommended in
the project EIA study final report;
(d)
advice on the
implementation status of environmental protection and pollution
control/mitigation measures, as recommended in the project EIA study report,
summarised in the updated implementation schedule;
(e)
drawings
showing the project area, any environmental sensitive receivers and the
locations of the monitoring and control stations;
(f)
graphical
plots of the trends of monitored parameters over the past 4 months (the last
month of the previous quarter and the present quarter) for representative monitoring
stations annotated against;
- the major activities being carried
out on site during the period;
- weather conditions during the period;
and
- any other factors which might affect
the monitoring results;
(g)
advice on the
solid and liquid waste management status;
(h)
a summary of
noncompliance (exceedances) of the environmental quality performance limits
(Action and Limit levels);
(i)
a brief review
of the reasons for and the implications of non-compliance including review of
pollution sources and working procedures;
(j)
a summary
description of the actions taken in the event of non-compliance and any
follow-up procedures related to earlier non-compliance;
(k)
a summary
record of all complaints received (written or verbal) for each media, liaison
and consultation undertaken, actions and follow-up procedures taken;
(l)
comments (e.g. effectiveness and efficiency of the mitigation measures),
recommendations (e.g. any improvement in the EM&A programme) and
conclusions for the quarter; and
(m) proponents' contacts and any hotline telephone
number for the public to make enquiries.
12.5.1 The EM&A program shall be terminated upon completion of those construction activities that have the potential to result in a significant environmental impact.
12.5.2
Prior to the proposed termination, it may
be advisable to consult relevant local communities. The proposed
termination should only be implemented after the proposal has been endorsed by
the IC(E), the Engineer and the Project Proponent followed by final approval
from the Director of Environmental Protection.
12.5.3 The ET Leader shall prepare and submit a final EM&A report within 14 working days after the completion of those construction activities that have the potential to result in a significant environmental impact. The final EM&A report should contain at least the following information:
(a)
executive
summary (1 - 2 pages);
(b)
drawings
showing the project area, any environmental sensitive receivers and the
locations of the monitoring and control stations;
(c)
basic project
information including a synopsis of the project organisation, contacts of key
management, and a synopsis of work undertaken during the course of the project
or past twelve months;
(d)
a brief
summary of EM&A requirements including:
-
environmental mitigation measures, as recommended in the project EIA Report;
-
environmental impact hypotheses tested;
-
environmental quality performance limits (Action and Limit levels);
- all
monitoring parameters; and
- Event-Action
Plans.
(e)
a summary of
the implementation status of environmental protection and pollution control /
mitigation measures, as recommended in the project EIA Report, summarised in
the updated implementation schedule;
(f)
graphical
plots and the statistical analysis of the trends of monitored parameters over
the course of the project, including the post-project monitoring for all
monitoring stations annotated against:
- the major
activities being carried out on site during the period;
- weather conditions during the period; and
- any other factors which might affect the monitoring results.
(g)
a summary of
non-compliance (exceedances) of the environmental quality performance limits
(Action and Limit levels);
(h)
a review of
the reasons for and the implications of non-compliance including review of
pollution sources and working procedures as appropriate;
(i)
a description
of the actions taken in the event of non-compliance;
(j)
a summary
record of all complaints received (written or verbal) for each media, liaison
and consultation undertaken, actions and follow-up procedures taken;
(k)
a summary record
of notifications of summons and successful prosecutions for breaches of the
current environmental protection / pollution control legislation, locations and
nature of the breaches, investigation follow-up actions taken and results;
(l)
a review of
the validity of EIA predictions and identification of shortcomings in EIA
recommendations; and
(m)
comments (for
examples, a review of the effectiveness and efficiency of the mitigation
measures and of the performance of the environmental management system, that
is, of the overall EM&A programme);
(n) recommendations and conclusions (for example, a review of success of the overall EM&A programme to cost-effectively identify deterioration and to initiate prompt effective mitigatory action when necessary).
12.6.1
The site document such as the monitoring
field records, laboratory analysis records, site inspection forms, etc, are not
required to be included in the monthly EM&A reports for submission. However, the document shall be well kept by the
ET and be ready for inspection upon request.
All relevant information shall be clearly and systematically recorded in
the documents. The monitoring data shall also be recorded in magnetic media
form, and the software copy can be available upon request. All the document and data shall be kept for
at least one year after completion of the construction contract.
12.7.1
With reference to Event/Action Plans in Tables
2.4, 2.8 and 3.3, when the environmental quality limits are
exceeded, the ET Leader shall immediately notify the IEC and EPD, as
appropriate. The notification shall be
followed up with advice to IEC and EPD on the results of the investigation,
proposed action and success of the action taken, with any necessary follow-up
proposals. A sample template for the interim notifications is shown in Appendix
F.
Figures
Appendix A
Noise and Air
Sensitive Receivers
Summary
of Identified NSRs in the Project
NSR No. |
Descriptions |
Land Use |
No. of Noise Sensitive Storeys above
Podium/Site Level |
Existing NSR (Base Year 2006) |
Planned NSR (Base Year 2006) |
Remarks |
N1 |
Tsuen Tak Gardens
Block A |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N2 |
Tsuen Tak Gardens
Block B |
Residential |
31 |
P |
|
|
N3 |
Tsuen Tak Gardens
Block C |
Residential |
31 |
P |
|
|
N4 |
Tsuen Tak Gardens
Block D |
Residential |
31 |
P |
|
|
N5 |
Tsuen Tak Gardens
Block E |
Residential |
31 |
P |
|
|
N6 |
Joyful Building Block
A |
Residential |
27 |
P |
|
|
N7 |
Joyful Building Block
B |
Residential |
27 |
P |
|
|
N8 |
Sheeny Terrace |
Residential |
26 |
P |
|
|
N9 |
Summit Terrace Block 1 |
Residential |
39 |
P |
|
|
N10 |
Summit Terrace Block 2 |
Residential |
39 |
P |
|
|
N11 |
Summit Terrace Block 3 |
Residential |
40 |
P |
|
|
N12 |
Summit Terrace Block 5 |
Residential |
40 |
P |
|
|
N13 |
Tsuen Wan Adventist
Hospital |
Hospital |
4 |
P |
|
|
N14 |
Tsuen Wan Adventist
Hospital Staff Quarter |
Residential |
5 |
P |
|
|
N15 |
Allway Gardens Block A |
Residential |
22 |
P |
|
|
N16 |
Allway Gardens Block B |
Residential |
22 |
P |
|
|
N17 |
Allway Gardens Block C |
Residential |
22 |
P |
|
|
N18 |
Wang Fat Ching She |
Place of
Worship |
2 |
P |
|
No daytime
construction noise criteria in EIAO-TM |
N19 |
The Panorama |
Residential |
43 |
P |
|
|
N20 |
Phase I Belvedere
Garden Block 1 |
Residential |
35 |
P |
|
|
N21 |
Phase I Belvedere
Garden Block 2 |
Residential |
35 |
P |
|
|
N22 |
Phase I Belvedere
Garden Block 3 |
Residential |
35 |
P |
|
|
N23 |
Serenade Cove Block A |
Residential |
33 |
P |
|
|
N24 |
Serenade Cove Block B |
Residential |
32 |
P |
|
|
N25 |
Serenade Cove Block C |
Residential |
33 |
P |
|
|
N26 |
Phase III Belvedere
Garden Block 7 |
Residential |
41 |
P |
|
|
N27 |
Phase III Belvedere
Garden Block 6 |
Residential |
41 |
P |
|
|
N28 |
Phase III Belvedere
Garden Block 5 |
Residential |
41 |
P |
|
|
N29 |
Fu Yung House |
Residential |
7 |
P |
|
|
N30 |
Yen Wai Garden |
Residential |
23 |
P |
|
|
N31 |
Tak Yan Building Stage
15 |
Residential |
6 |
P |
|
|
N32 |
On Hong Building |
Residential |
24 |
P |
|
|
N33 |
Kan Fat Building |
Residential |
5 |
P |
|
|
N34 |
Heung Wo Building |
Residential |
21 |
P |
|
|
N35 |
On Fung Building |
Residential |
20 |
P |
|
|
N36 |
Po On Commercial
Association Wong Siu Ching Secondary School |
School |
6 |
P |
|
Protected under "Noise Abatement Programme in
schools", Stage IV |
N37 |
Tsuen Wan Plaza Block
1 |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N38 |
Tsuen Wan Plaza Block
2 |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N39 |
Salvation Army Ng Kok
Wai Memorial Kindergarten |
School |
2 |
P |
|
Window glazing with window-type
air-conditioners were noted on site visit |
N40 |
Clague Garden Estate
Block A |
Residential |
40 |
P |
|
|
N41 |
Clague Garden Estate
Block B |
Residential |
40 |
P |
|
|
N42 |
Clague Garden Estate
Block C |
Residential |
40 |
P |
|
|
N43 |
Skyline Plaza |
Residential |
35 |
P |
|
|
N44 |
Development at TW5
Cityside Tower 10 |
Residential |
50 |
|
P |
Anticipated to be
completed by 2015-2016[1] |
N45 |
Development at TW5
Cityside Tower 11 |
Residential |
52 |
|
P |
|
N46 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 1 |
Residential |
49 |
|
P |
|
N47 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 2 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N48 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 3 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N49 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 4 |
Residential |
39 |
|
P |
|
N50 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 5 |
Residential |
39 |
|
P |
|
N51 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 6 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N52 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 7 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N53 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 8 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N54 |
Development at TW5
Bayside Tower 9 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N55 |
Vision City Tower 1 |
Residential |
41 |
P |
O |
Formerly known as
Development of Tsuen Wan Town Lot 398 |
N56 |
Vision City Tower 2 |
Residential |
43 |
P |
|
|
N57 |
No. 57 Yeung Uk Road |
Residential |
5 |
P |
|
|
N58 |
No. 59-77 Yeung Uk
Road |
Residential |
5 |
P |
|
|
N59 |
Tsuen Wan Caritas
Clinic |
Clinic |
4 |
P |
|
No daytime
construction noise criteria in EIAO-TM |
N60 |
No. 85-99 Yeung Uk
Road |
Residential |
4 |
P |
|
|
N61 |
Harmony Garden Block 1 |
Residential |
24 |
P |
|
|
N62 |
Harmony Garden Block 2 |
Residential |
24 |
P |
|
|
N63 |
Development at TWTL 394 Tower 1 |
Residential |
45 |
|
P |
|
N64 |
Development at TWTL 394 Tower 2 |
Residential |
45 |
|
P |
|
N65 |
Development at TW6
Tower 1 |
Residential |
48 |
|
P |
Anticipated to be
completed by 2011-2012 |
N66 |
Development at TW6
Tower 2 |
Residential |
46 |
|
P |
|
N67 |
Development at TW7
Tower 1 |
Residential |
44 |
|
P |
Anticipated to be
completed by 2012 – 2014[1] |
N68 |
Development at TW7
Tower 2 |
Residential |
44 |
|
P |
|
N69 |
Development at TW7
Tower 3 |
Residential |
44 |
|
P |
|
N70 |
Development at TW7
Tower 4 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N71 |
Development at TW7
Tower 5 |
Residential |
42 |
|
P |
|
N72 |
Development at TW7
Tower 6 |
Residential |
40 |
|
P |
|
N73 |
Development at TW7
Tower 7 |
Residential |
40 |
|
P |
|
N74 |
Waterside Plaza Block
1 |
Residential |
37 |
P |
|
|
N75 |
Waterside Plaza Block
2 |
Residential |
37 |
P |
|
|
N76 |
Waterside Plaza Block
3 |
Residential |
32 |
P |
|
|
N77 |
Waterside Plaza Block
4 |
Residential |
31 |
P |
|
|
N78 |
Proposed School Site
at TW7 |
School |
6 |
P |
|
|
N79 |
Shak Chung Shan
Memorial Catholic Primary School |
School |
7 |
P |
|
|
N80 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
1 |
Residential |
31 |
P |
|
|
N81 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
2 |
Residential |
32 |
P |
|
|
N82 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
3 |
Residential |
36 |
P |
|
|
N83 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
4 |
Residential |
36 |
P |
|
|
N84 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
17 |
Residential |
34 |
P |
|
|
N85 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
18 |
Residential |
34 |
P |
|
|
N86 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
19 |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N87 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
20 |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N88 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
21 |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N89 |
Riviera Gardens Tower
22 |
Residential |
30 |
P |
|
|
N90 |
S K H Chu Yan Primary
School |
School |
6 |
P |
|
Protected under "Noise Abatement Programme in
schools", Stage IV |
N91 |
Kwai Shing West Estate
Block 6 |
Residential |
17 |
P |
|
|
N92 |
Kwai Shing West Estate
Block 8 |
Residential |
24 |
P |
|
|
N93 |
Kwai Shing West Estate
Block 9 |
Residential |
21 |
P |
|
|
N94 |
Kwai Shing West Estate
Block 10 |
Residential |
14 |
P |
|
|
N95 |
CNEC Lee I Yao
Memorial Secondary School |
School |
5 |
P |
|
Window glazing with
window-type air-conditioners were noted on site visit |
N96 |
Hibiscus Park Block 1 |
Residential |
35 |
P |
|
|
N97 |
Hibiscus Park Block 2 |
Residential |
35 |
P |
|
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Summary of Representative Air
Sensitive Receivers (ASRs) - Existing
ASR No. |
Description |
Land Use |
No. of Storey |
Podium (P) / Site (S) Levels (mPD) (1) |
Horizontal Distance to the Site Boundary (m) |
Existing ASRs |
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1 |
Allway Gardens Block A |
Residential |
22 |
57.1 (P) |
240 |
2 |
Tsuen Wan Adventist Hospital Staff Quarter |
Residential |
5 |
44.2 (S) |
200 |
3 |
Summit Terrace Block 2 |
Residential |
39 |
37.1 (P) |
140 |
4 |
Summit Terrace Block 3 |
Residential |
40 |
37.1 (P) |
120 |
5 |
Summit Terrace Block 5 |
Residential |
40 |
37.1 (P) |
100 |
6 |
Kong Nam Industrial Building |
Industrial |
26 |
11.1 (S) |
20 |
7 |
The Panorama |
Residential |
43 |
30.4 (P) |
40 |
8 |
Wang Fat Ching She |
Place of
Worship |
2 |
25.3 (S) |
210 |
9 |
Lok Shun Seaview Factory Building |
Industrial |
14 |
4.1 (S) |
10 |
10 |
Serenade Cove Block B |
Residential |
32 |
13.7 (P) |
140 |
11 |
Golden Bear Industrial Centre |
Industrial |
25 |
4.4 (S) |
5 |
12 |
Wong Siu Ching Secondary School |
School |
6 |
4.0 (S) |
100 |
13 |
Clague Garden Estate Block A |
Residential |
40 |
4.0 (S) |
20 |
14 |
Clague Garden Estate Block B |
Residential |
40 |
4.0 (S) |
50 |
15 |
Clague Garden Estate Block C |
Residential |
40 |
4.0 (S) |
30 |
16 |
Salvation Army Ng Kok Wai Memorial Kindergarten |
School |
2 |
5.1 (S) |
10 |
28 |
Skyline Plaza |
Residential |
35 |
23.4 (P) |
130 |
29 |
Vision City Tower 1 |
Residential |
41 |
38.4 (P) |
230 |
30 |
Vision City Tower 2 |
Residential |
43 |
38.4 (P) |
270 |
31 |
Tsuen Wan Park |
Recreational |
----- |
5.8 (S) |
Within Site
Boundary (3) |
35 |
No. 57 Yeung Uk Road |
Residential |
5 |
4.0 (S) |
280 |
36 |
Tsuen Wan Caritas Clinic |
Clinic |
4 |
4.0 (S) |
310 |
41 |
Texaco Road Industrial Centre |
Industrial |
16 |
4.0 (S) |
60 |
56 |
Waterside Plaza Block 1 |
Residential |
37 |
18.2 (P) |
60 |
57 |
Waterside Plaza Block 2 |
Residential |
37 |
18.2 (P) |
60 |
58 |
Waterside Plaza Block 3 |
Residential |
32 |
19.5 (P) |
70 |
59 |
Waterside Plaza Block 4 |
Residential |
31 |
19.5 (P) |
80 |
60 |
Shak Chung Shan Memorial Catholic Primary School |
School |
7 |
4.5 (S) |
160 |
62 |
Riviera Gardens Tower 22 |
Residential |
30 |
22.3 (P) |
160 |
63 |
165 |
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64 |
Metropolitan Industrial & Warehouse Building No.2 |
Industrial |
22 |
4.8 (S) |
0 (2) |
65 |
Leader Industrial Centre Phase I & II |
Industrial |
15 |
4.9 (S) |
0 (2) |
66 |
Tak Fung Industrial Centre |
Industrial |
26 |
4.0 (S) |
0 (2) |
67 |
Kerry Godown (Tsuen Wan) |
Industrial |
17 |
21.8 (S) |
20 |
68 |
Chun Shing Factory Estate |
Industrial |
25 |
20.2 (S) |
10 |
69 |
Wing Kei Road 5-A-Side Soccer Pitch |
Recreational |
----- |
15.6 (S) |
5 |
70 |
Broadway Centre |
Industrial |
23 |
20.0 (S) |
0 (2) |
71 |
S K H Chu Tan Primary School |
School |
6 |
61.0 (S) |
140 |
72 |
Kwai Shing West Estate Block 8 |
Residential |
24 |
61.0 (S) |
130 |
73 |
Lee I Yao Secondary School |
School |
5 |
26.5 (S) |
70 |
74 |
Wing Kin Industrial Building |
Industrial |
26 |
7.3 (S) |
0 (2) |
75 |
Kingsford Industrial Building Phase 1 |
Industrial |
26 |
7.6 (S) |
20 |
76 |
Waford Industrial Building |
Industrial |
12 |
7.6 (S) |
20 |
77 |
Marvel Industrial Building Block B |
Industrial |
16 |
5.9 (S) |
110 |
78 |
Kwai Tak Industrial Building Block 2 |
Industrial |
11 |
5.0 (S) |
120 |
79 |
Kwai Shun Street Playground |
Recreational |
----- |
5.5 (S) |
150 |
80 |
Profit Industrial Building |
Industrial |
15 |
5.7 (S) |
220 |
81 |
Kwai Shun Industrial Centre |
Industrial |
12 |
5.4 (S) |
230 |
82 |
Lai King Catholic Secondary School |
School |
5 |
7.2 (S) |
500 |
83 |
Lai King Estate Fung King House |
Residential |
14 |
18.3 (S) |
500 |
84 |
Supermarket at G/F of the Panorama |
Commercial |
1 |
11.3 (S) |
65 |
85 |
Shop at G/F of Skyline Plaza |
Commercial |
1 |
4.2 (S) |
100 |
86 |
Shopping Centre of Vision City |
Commercial |
----- |
4.3 (S) |
225 |
87 |
Allway Gardens Shopping Arcade |
Commercial |
2 |
52.1 (S) |
240 |
88 |
Shopping Centre of Waterside Plaza |
Commercial |
1 |
4.4 (S) |
60 |
89 |
Riviera Gardens Tower 22 – G/F |
Commercial |
1 |
6.9 (S) |
160 |
Notes:
1)
(P) for podium level and (S) for site level.
2)
ASRs are located adjacent to the site boundary, i.e.
horizontal distance to the Site boundary equals to 0m.
3)
Since part of Tsuen Wan Park is located beneath the Tsuen
Wan Road viaduct, part of this ASR is within site boundary.
Summary of Representative Air
Sensitive Receivers (ASRs) – Planned
ASR No. |
Description |
Land Use |
No. of Storey |
Podium (P) / Site (S) Levels (mPD) (1) |
Horizontal Distance to the Site Boundary (m) |
Planned ASRs |
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17 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 1 |
Residential |
49 |
30.6 (P) |
80 |
18 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 2 |
Residential |
42 |
30.6 (P) |
90 |
19 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 3 |
Residential |
42 |
30.6 (P) |
110 |
20 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 4 |
Residential |
39 |
30.6 (P) |
90 |
21 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 5 |
Residential |
39 |
30.6 (P) |
60 |
22 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 6 |
Residential |
42 |
30.6 (P) |
20 |
23 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 7 |
Residential |
42 |
30.6 (P) |
10 |
24 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 8 |
Residential |
42 |
30.6 (P) |
10 |
25 |
Development at TW5 Bayside Tower 9 |
Residential |
42 |
30.6 (P) |
10 |
26 |
Development at TW5 Cityside Tower 10 |
Residential |
50 |
33.2 (P) |
10 |
27 |
Development at TW5 Cityside Tower 11 |
Residential |
52 |
33.2 (P) |
70 |
32 |
Tsuen Wan Town Lot 394 Tower 1 |
Residential |
44 |
30.6 (P) |
180 |
33 |
Tsuen Wan Town Lot 394 Tower 2 |
Residential |
44 |
30.6 (P) |
170 |
34 |
Tsuen Wan Town Lot 393 |
Commercial |
----- |
4.3 (S) |
130 |
37 |
Development at TW6 Tower 1 |
Residential |
48 |
23.5 (P) |
40 |
38 |
50 |
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39 |
Development at TW6 Tower 2 |
Residential |
46 |
23.5 (P) |
50 |
40 |
50 |
||||
42 |
Development at TW7 Tower 1 |
Residential |
44 |
20.5 (P) |
10 |
43 |
10 |
||||
44 |
Development at TW7 Tower 2 |
Residential |
44 |
20.5 (P) |
10 |
45 |
10 |
||||
46 |
Development at TW7 Tower 3 |
Residential |
44 |
20.5 (P) |
10 |
47 |
10 |
||||
48 |
Development at TW7 Tower 4 |
Residential |
42 |
20.5 (P) |
10 |
49 |
10 |
||||
50 |
Development at TW7 Tower 5 |
Residential |
42 |
20.5 (P) |
10 |
51 |
20 |
||||
52 |
Development at TW7 Tower 6 |
Residential |
40 |
20.5 (P) |
5 |
53 |
10 |
||||
54 |
Development at TW7 Tower 7 |
Residential |
40 |
20.5 (P) |
10 |
55 |
20 |
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61 |
Proposed School Site at TW7 |
School |
6 |
17.5 (S) |
80 |
Notes:
(P) for podium level and (S) for site level.
Appendix B
Summary of
Mitigation Measures - Implementation Schedule
Summary of Mitigation Measures - Implementation Schedule
EIA Ref |
Environment Protection Measures |
Location / Timing |
Implementation Agent |
Implementation Stages* |
Relevant Legislation and Guidelines |
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C |
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Section
3 3.3.4.3 |
Noise Mitigation
Construction Mitigation Measures
Selection and
Programming of Construction Processes
The timing and
sequencing of the various construction activities shall be carefully arranged
according to the actual site work situation, in order to limit the amount of
concurrent activities and where applicable, to avoid parallel operation of
noisy PME in order to minimize the total noise generated during construction
periods. Limiting the quantity of PME
to be operated concurrently and also their on-time percentage were
recommended in the Project and incorporated in this assessment. The proposed
quantity of PMEs and their percentage on-time have been confirmed feasible by
the Project Engineer and the Proponent. In the case during school examination
while more stringent construction noise criteria should be imposed, the
potentially most disruptive construction activities should be avoided, and
arranged to be conducted during school holidays as far as practicable. In
particular, NSR 39 (Salvation Army Ng Kok Wai Memorial Kindergarten) is of
close proximity to works area S5 and subject to high level of unmitigated
construction noise. It is recommended that the work stages “transportation
& utilities diversion” and “piling” shall not take place simultaneously
during operation time of the kindergarten for the same location in works area
S5, such that cumulative noise to this kindergarten is further minimized.
This requirement will be specified in the EM&A Manual for Contractor to
follow. |
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM
on EIA Process, NCO |
3.3.4.4 |
Use of “Quiet” Alternative Plant and Working
Methods
The use of particular plant with equipment noise levels
quieter than those specified in the GW-TM.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM)
|
3.3.4.5 |
“Quiet” plant is defined as a PME having actual Sound
Power Levels (SWLs) lower than the values specified for PME in the GW-TM.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM)
|
3.3.4.7 |
Temporary noise barriers provide noise attenuation by
screening NSRs from stationary and mobile plants from direct line-of-sight in
shadow zone. The use of 3m high movable barriers with skid footing and a
small cantilevered upper portion can be adopted. The barrier material shall have
a surface mass of not less than 14kg/m2 on skid footing with 25mm thick
internal sound absorptive lining to achieve the maximum screening effect.
The temporary noise barriers should also be located
along the working area in order to make sure that the construction plant
could be screened during all kinds of construction activities as far as
practicable.
A solid hoarding
will also be provided along the NSR 39 of height not less than 3m and length
well cover the NSR39, so as to further reduce the construction noise impacts
at NSR39.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM) |
3.3.4.8 |
Depending on site situation, when temporary noise
barriers are not practicable or noise reduction achieved is insufficient,
noise jacket/muffler can be applied to cover the noisy part of the engine or
at the engine exhaust of particular mobile plants respectively. Applicable PME with temporary noise
barrier include road roller, excavator, mobile crane, hand-held breaker,
poker vibrator, excavator mounted breaker, asphalt paver, vibratory roller
and paint line marker.
Considered the practicability, the site access of dump
trucks would not be screened by temporary barrier; yet, the unloading
activities of dump trucks should be screened by temporary noise barriers.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM) |
3.3.4.9 |
For the stationary plant bored pile oscillator,
temporary noise barriers of sufficient height with skid footing and small
cantilevered upper portion can provide total screening to the NSRs. It is
estimated that temporary noise barriers of this type can provide full
screening of 10 dB(A) to the NSRs. This is considered achievable by careful selection
of insulation material, and, if necessary, acoustic mats at noisy mechanical
parts of the equipment. Barrier material of surface density of at least 14
kg/m2 is recommended in order to achieve the necessary screening effect.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM) |
3.3.4.10 |
Full noise enclosures, which completely cover the PME,
can provide significant noise reduction up to 20 dB(A). The degree of reduction will vary
depending on the nature of the material used for the enclosures.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM) |
3.3.4.11 |
The use of good site practice/techniques can provide
considerable reductions in noise emissions.
Examples of these site practice include:
·
use of well-maintained and regularly-serviced plant
during the works;
·
plant operating on intermittent basis should be
turned off or throttled down when not in active use;
·
plant that is known to emit noise strongly in one
direction should be orientated to face away from the NSRs;
·
silencers, mufflers and enclosures for plant should
be used where possible and maintained adequately throughout the works;
·
where possible fixed plants should be sited away
from NSRs; and
·
stockpiles of excavated materials and other
structures such as site buildings should be used effectively to screen noise
from the works.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM) |
3.3.7.1 |
Environmental monitoring and audit measures are
recommended during the construction phase of the Project. A proactive EM&A programme is
necessary to be provided by the Contractor, in order to ensure that
construction noise impact to the NSRs should be minimized as far as
practicable. An appropriate path for noise complaints handling procedures is
a key element of the EM&A programme.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00-19:00 from
Monday to Saturday except public
holiday) |
HyD & Contractor |
|
ü |
|
TM on EIA Process, NCO
Noise from Construction Work Other Than Percussive
Piling (GW-TM) |
Table 3-8 |
Operational
Mitigation Measures
Proposed noise
mitigation measures along the DP roads of the project include:(C1) 5.5m
with 3.5m cantilevered barrier length of 200m
(C2) 5.5m with 3.5m cantilevered barrier length of 371m
(C3) 5.5m with 3.5m cantilevered barrier length of 560m
(C4) 5.5m with 3.5m cantilevered barrier length of 104m
(C5) 5.5m with 3.5m cantilevered barrier length of 635m
(C6) 5.5m with 3.5m cantilevered barrier length of 334m
(S1) Semi-enclosure length of 50m
(S2) Semi-enclosure length of 229m
(S3) Semi-enclosure length of 84m
(S4) Semi-enclosure length of 105m
(F1) Full enclosure length of 110m
(F2) Full enclosure length of 93m
(F3) Full enclosure length of 58m
|
During the TWR Operation |
HyD |
ü |
ü |
ü |
TM
on EIA Process, NCO |
3.2.8.1
|
Road traffic noise monitoring is recommended at
representative NSRs during the first year of the road opening.
|
During
the TWR
Operation |
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ü |
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Section
4 4.6.3 |
Air
Quality Mitigation
Construction Mitigation Measures
The following site practices are recommended to be fully
implemented by Contractor, in order to suppress dust emissions during
construction work. Recommendations
are represented in the form of contractual clauses
·
The Contractor shall undertake at all times to
prevent dust nuisance as a result of his activities. Dust suppression
measures such as water spraying are necessary and should be installed to
ensure that the air quality at the boundary of the site and at any sensitive
receivers complies with the Hong Kong Air Quality Objectives
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00 – 19:00 form
Monday to Saturday except public holiday) |
Contractor/HyD |
|
ü |
|
APCO Air
Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulations AQOs TM
(Annex 4) |
|
·
The Contractor shall notify any specific construction
work as stated in the Air Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulation to
the Authority before the commencement of such work.
|
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|
ü |
ü |
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·
The Contractor shall apply for a licence or permit
under the requirements of the relevant legislation (e.g., Air Pollution
Control Ordinance and its subsidiary regulations) wherever applicable.
|
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ü |
ü |
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4.6.3 |
·
Watering of unpaved areas, access roads,
construction areas and dusty stockpiles shall be undertaken at least eight
times daily during dry and windy weather. Watering of the haul road shall be
undertaken four to eight times daily during dry or windy weather. Water
sprays may be either fixed or mobile to follow individual areas to be wetted
as and when required. Application of suitable wetting agents, such as dust
suppression chemicals, shall be used in addition to water, especially during
the dry season (November to March)
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00 – 19:00 form
Monday to Saturday except public holiday) |
Contractor/HyD |
|
ü |
|
APCO Air
Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulations AQOs TM
(Annex 4) |
|
·
Effective water sprays shall be used during the
delivery and handling of all raw sand and aggregate, and other similar
materials, wet dust is likely to be created and to dampen all stored
materials during dry and windy weather
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ü |
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·
Stockpiles of sand, aggregate or any other dusty
materials greater than 20 m3 shall be enclosed on three sides, with walls
extending above the pile and 1 metre beyond the front of the pile
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ü |
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·
Suitable chemical wetting agent such as dust
suppression chemical shall be used on completed cuts and fills to reduce wind
erosion.
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ü |
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·
Areas within the construction site where there is a
regular movement of vehicles shall have a paved surface and be kept clear of
loose surface material.
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ü |
ü |
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·
The Contractor shall restrict all motorized
vehicles within the construction site, excluding those on public roads, to
maximum speed of 20 km per hour and confine haulage and delivery vehicles to
designated roadways inside the Site.
|
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ü |
ü |
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4.6.3 |
·
Construction working areas will be restricted to a
minimum practicable size.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00 – 19:00 form
Monday to Saturday except public holiday) |
Contractor/HyD |
ü |
ü |
|
APCO Air
Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulations AQOs TM
(Annex 4) |
|
·
The Contractor shall ensure that no earth, rock or
debris is deposited on public or private rights of way as result of his
activities, including any deposits arising from the movement of plant or
vehicles.
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ü |
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·
The Contractor shall provide a wheel washing
facility at the exits from work areas to the satisfaction of the Engineer and
to the requirements of the Commissioner of Police. Water in wheel washing facilities
and sediment shall be changed and removed respectively at least once a month.
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ü |
ü |
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·
The Contractor shall submit details of the wheel
washing facilities; such shall be usable prior to any earthworks excavation
activity on the construction site. The Contractor shall also provide a
hard-surfaced road between any washing facility and the public road.
|
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ü |
ü |
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·
In the event of any spoil or debris from
construction works being deposited on adjacent land, or streams, or any silt
being washed down to any area, then all such spoil, debris or material and
silt shall be immediately removed and the affected land and areas restored to
their natural state by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
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ü |
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·
If spoil cannot be immediately transported out of
the Site, stockpiles should be stored in sheltered areas.
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ü |
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4.6.3 |
·
Plant and vehicles shall be inspected annually to
ensure that they are operating efficiently and that exhaust emissions are not
causing a nuisance. All Site vehicle exhausts should be directed vertically
upwards or directed away from ground.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00 – 19:00 form
Monday to Saturday except public holiday) |
Contractor/HyD |
|
ü |
|
APCO Air
Pollution Control (Construction Dust) Regulations AQOs TM
(Annex 4) |
|
·
Path for complaints and handling procedures should
be set up and implement.
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ü |
ü |
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4.7.1 |
With the implementation of the proposed dust suppression
measures, good site practices and dust monitoring and audit programme, no
adverse dust impact would be expected at the ASRs. Details of the monitoring requirements such as monitoring
locations, frequency of baseline and impact monitoring are presented in the
EM&A manual separate for this report.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00 – 19:00 form
Monday to Saturday except public holiday) |
Contractor/HyD |
|
ü |
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TM
on EIA process, |
Section
5 5.7.1 |
Water
Quality Mitigation
Construction Mitigation Measures
Silt-laden surface run-off should be prevented from
directly entering the sensitive receivers during the construction works. The
mitigation measures described below for the construction phase are in
accordance with ProPECC PN 1/94:
a)
Works sites and areas used for imported fill
stockpiling should, as far as possible, avoid the water sensitive receivers.
|
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites / Operation Time (07:00 – 19:00 form
Monday to Saturday except public holiday) |
Contractor |
ü |
ü |
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b)
Stripping of existing vegetation should be
sequential to avoid exposure of large areas of embankment slopes;
c)
Special precautions should be taken when working in
the near vicinity of nullahs and streams, especially when bridges along the TWR
are being widened. This may involve the installation of temporary drainage
works to ensure that runoff does not enter the nullahs directly; typical
example of this type of measure is the provision of suitable temporary
drainage system, such as peripheral channels around the site, to intercept
all on-site runoff to water quality treatment devices such as sedimentation
pond / sand trap. Only treated runoff
from these devices will be discharged offsite. Sizes and arrangement details of these drainage works depend on
local conditions and will be addressed during the detailed design stage.
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d)
Perimeter cut-off drains to direct off-site water
around the works sites should be constructed and internal drainage works and
erosion and sedimentation control facilities implemented. Channels, earth
bunds or sandbag barriers should be provided on site to direct stormwater to
silt removal facilities. The design of efficient silt removal facilities
should be based on the guidelines provided in ProPECC PN 1/94;
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Sediment tanks of sufficient capacity, constructed
from pre-formed individual cells of approximately 6-8 m3 capacity are adopted
as a general mitigation measure which can be used for settling wastewaters
prior to disposal. The tanks are readily available and used primarily for
recycling water for bored piling operations. The system capacity is flexible
and able to handle multiple inputs from a variety of sources and particularly
suited to applications where the influent is pumped. Various physical and
chemical filters such infiltration tank can be added should refinement of the
sedimentation process be required;
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f)
Construction works should be programmed to minimise
surface excavations/ cutting during the rainy season (April to September). If
excavation of soil cannot be avoided during the rainy season, or at any time
of year when rainstorms are likely, exposed slope surfaces should be covered
by a tarpaulin or other means. Other measures that need to be implemented
before, during and after rainstorms are summarised in ProPECC PN 1/94.
Particular attention should be paid to the control of silty surface run-off
during storms events, especially for sites located near steep slopes;
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All exposed earth areas should be completed and
re-vegetated promptly after earthworks have been completed, or alternately,
within 14 days of the cessation of earthworks.
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Earthworks final surfaces should be well compacted
and subsequent permanent work or surface protection should be carried out
immediately after final surfaces are formed in order to prevent rainstorm
erosion;
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The overall slope of the site should be kept to a
minimum to reduce the erosive potential of surface water flows and all
trafficked areas and access roads protected by coarse stone ballast. An
additional advantage accruing from the use of crushed stone is the positive
traction gained during prolonged periods of inclement weather and the
reduction of surface sheet flows;
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Silt contained in ground water and drilling water
collected from any boring operations, dewatering etc. should be removed with
properly designed silt removal facilities, such as the specified portable
sedimentation tanks referred to above, such that Technical Memorandum on
Effluent Standards are achieved prior to the discharge of waters;
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k)
All drainage facilities and erosion and sediment
control structures should be inspected monthly and maintained to ensure
proper and efficient operation at all times and particularly following
rainstorms. Deposited silt and grit should be removed monthly and disposed of
by spreading evenly over stable, non-sensitive vegetated areas;
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l)
Measures should be taken to minimise the ingress of
site drainage into excavations. If the excavation of trenches in wet periods
(June – October) is necessary, they should be dug and backfilled in short
sections. Water pumped out from trenches or foundation excavations should be
discharged into the silt removal facilities;
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All open stockpiles of construction materials (e.g.
aggregates, sand and fill material) should be covered with a tarpaulin or
similar fabric during rainstorms. Measures should be taken to prevent the
washing away of construction materials, soil, silt or debris into any
drainage system;
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Manholes (including newly constructed ones) should
always be covered and temporarily sealed so as to prevent silt, construction
materials or debris being washed into the drainage system;
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o)
All vehicles and plant should be cleaned before
leaving the construction site to ensure no earth, mud and debris is deposited
on roads. An adequately designed and sited wheel washing bay should be
provided at every site exit and wash-water should have sand and silt settled
out and removed at least on a weekly basis to ensure the continued efficiency
of the process.
p)
The section of access road leading to, and exiting
from the wheel-wash bay to the public road should be paved with sufficient
backfill toward the wheel-wash bay to prevent vehicle tracking of soil and
silty water to public roads and drains;
q)
Water used for construction purposes on site
should, as far as practical, be recycled for use;
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Information detailing storm run-off and wastewater
discharge points, and the corresponding maximum (or range of) volumes of
discharges expected from the construction sites on a dry day should be
provided in the WPCO license application. In general, assuming adequate
information has been provided together with the license application, EPD
would need at least 20 days for the processing of a license for a discharge.
It is therefore recommended that the Contractor submit the licence
application to EPD as early as possible before the commencement of any
discharge.
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Construction Material
In order to prevent water quality impact associated with
construction material, the following mitigation techniques are recommended:
a)
Stockpiles of cement and other construction
material should be kept covered when not being used;
b)
Stockpiles of cement and other construction
material should not be located adjacent to nullahs and streams;
c)
Entry
points into the surface drainage system should be fitted with oil
interceptors;
d)
Waste oils and other chemical wastes as defined in
the Waste Disposal (Chemical Waste) (General) Regulation will require
disposal by an appropriate means and could require pre-notification to EPD
prior to disposal. An appropriate disposal facility could be the Chemical
Waste Treatment Centre (CWTC) at Tsing Yi. If chemical wastes are to be
generated, the contractor will need to register with EPD as a chemical waste producer
and observe the requirements for chemical waste storage, labelling,
transportation and disposal.
e)
Impacts associated with spillages should be managed
through careful handling procedures. Oils and fuels should only be used and
stored in designated areas which have pollution prevention facilities. Fuel
tanks and drums of fuel oils and other polluting fluids/chemicals should be
provided with locks and bunded to a capacity of 110% of the storage capacity
of the largest tank. The bund should be drained of rain water after raining
event.
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Sewage from Construction Workers
Sewage effluent arising from the on-site construction
workforce has the potential to cause water pollution. Therefore, plans for
the collection, treatment and disposal of sewage wastewater during the
construction phase must be specified. Sewage generated on site should be
disposed of through connection of the sanitation facilities with the existing
foul sewerage system. Where this is not possible, temporary portable chemical
toilets, septic tanks or package sewage treatment plants may need to be used.
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6 6.6.3 |
Waste
Management
Waste
Management Plan
In accordance with ETWBTC(W) No 15/2003 – Waste
Management on Construction Site, the WMP should be prepared and submitted for
approval by the Architect/ Engineer/ Supervising Officer prior to any
construction activities. During the construction period the WMP should be
used as a working document to detail the on-going management procedures and
to record waste arising from construction works and import of fill throughout
the Contract. The WMP shall be subject to audit under the requirements of the
Environmental Monitoring and Audit (EM&A) Procedures set out in the
EM&A Manual accompanying this EIA Report.
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6.6.4 |
The WMP shall be developed and implemented according to
a best-practice philosophy of waste management. There are various waste
management options, which can be categorized in terms of preference from an
environmental viewpoint. The options considered to be more preferable have
the least impacts and are more sustainable in a long-term context. The
hierarchy is as follows:
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avoidance and minimisation, i.e. avoiding or not generating waste
through changing or improving practices and design; ·
reuse of materials, thus avoiding disposal (generally with only limited
reprocessing); ·
recovery and recycling, thus avoiding disposal (although reprocessing
may be required); and ·
treatment and disposal, according to relevant laws, guidelines and good
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The Waste Disposal Authority should be consulted
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The suitability (or otherwise) of material for reuse on
site shall be detailed in the WMP. If, for any reason, the recommendations
cannot be implemented, full justification should be given in the WMP for
approval by Architect/Engineer/Supervising Officer according to ETWBTC(W) No.
15/2003.
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To facilitate adoption of the best-practice philosophy,
training shall be provided to all personnel working on site. The training
shall promote the concept of general site cleanliness and clearly explain the
appropriate waste management procedures defined in the WMP. Overall, the
training should encourage all workers to reduce, reuse and recycle wastes.
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During construction, the WMP should be kept up-to-date
on a monthly basis with records of the actual quantities of wastes generated,
recycled and disposed of off-site. Quantities shall be determined by weighing
each load or other methods agreed to by the Engineer’s Representative. Waste shall only be disposed of at
licensed sites and the WMP should include procedures to ensure that illegal
disposal of wastes does not occur. Only waste haulers authorized to collect
the specific category of waste concerned should be employed and a trip ticket
system shall be implemented for offsite disposal of C&D and solid waste
at public filling facilities and landfills. Appropriate measures should be
employed to minimize windblown litter and dust during transportation by
either covering trucks or transporting wastes in enclosed containers.
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6.6.9 |
Work site(s) shall be arranged and managed to facilitate
the proper management of wastes and materials. The WMP shall include plans
indicating specific areas designated for the storage of particular types of
waste, reusable and recyclable materials as well as areas and management
proposals for any stockpiling areas. Waste storage areas should be well
maintained and cleaned regularly. Specific provisions for different types of
material are outlined below. In general, these areas should be designed to
avoid cross contamination of materials as well as pollution of the
surrounding environment.
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6.6.10 |
Construction
and Demolition Materials
The design of formwork should maximise the use of
standard wooden panels so that high reuse levels can be achieved. Alternatives such as steel formwork or plastic
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6.6.11 |
C&D materials should be segregated on site into
different waste and material types to increase the feasibility of certain
components of the waste stream being recycled by specialised contractors.
Where materials cannot be reused on site, opportunities
for recycling materials off-site shall be explored.
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6.6.12 |
Potential opportunities for recycling and reuse of
C&D materials from the Project include:
·
Milling wastes arising from regrading of the
existing pavement could be recycled on site and reused as either road-base in
the new carriageways or fill for new embankments;
·
Existing marginal roadside barriers comprise
pre-cast units, it may be possible to re-use these following widening works;
and
·
Existing bridge parapets comprise aluminium post
and railings, these have a recyclable value and could be sold on for
reconditioning or reused for scrap metal.
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6.6.13 |
Any stockpile should be sited away from existing
watercourses and suitably covered to prevent wind erosion and impacts on air
and water quality.
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6.6.14 |
Chemical
Waste
Chemical waste should be handled in accordance with the Code
of Practice on the Packaging, Handling and Storage of Chemical Wastes as
follows. Containers used for the storage of chemical wastes should:
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be suitable for the substance they are holding,
resistant to corrosion, maintained in a good condition, and securely closed;
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have a capacity of less than 450L unless the
specifications have been approved by the EPD; and
·
display a label in English and Chinese in
accordance with instructions prescribed in Schedule 2 of the Regulations.
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6.6.15 |
The storage area for chemical wastes should:
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be clearly labelled and used solely for the storage
of chemical waste;
·
be enclosed on at least 3 sides;
·
have an impermeable floor and bunding, of capacity
to accommodate 110% of the volume of the largest container or 20% by volume
of the chemical waste stored in that area, whichever is the greatest;
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have adequate ventilation
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be covered to prevent rainfall entering (water
collected within the bund must be tested and disposed as chemical waste if
necessary); and
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be arranged so that incompatible materials are
adequately separated.
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6.6.16 |
The Contractor shall register with EPD as a Chemical
Waste Producer. Waste oils and other chemical wastes as defined in the Waste
Disposal (Chemical Waste) (General) Regulation will require disposal by
appropriate means and could require pre-notification to EPD prior to
disposal. Appropriate means include disposal:
·
be via a licensed waste collector; and
·
be to a facility licensed to receive chemical
waste, such as the Chemical Waste Treatment Facility which also offers a
chemical waste collection service and can supply the necessary storage
containers; or
·
to a reuser of the waste, under approval from EPD. The
Centre for Environmental Technology operates a Waste Exchange Scheme, which
can assist in finding receivers or buyers.
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6.6.17 |
General refuse
generated on-site should be stored in enclosed bins or compaction units
separate from construction and chemical wastes. A reputable waste collector
should be employed by the Contractor to remove general refuse from the site,
separately from construction and chemical wastes, on a daily or every second
day basis to minimize odour, pest and litter impacts. The burning of refuse
on construction sites is prohibited by law. |
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6.6.18 |
General refuse is generated largely by food service
activities on site, so reusable rather than disposable dishware should be
used if feasible. Aluminum cans are often recovered from the waste stream by
individual collectors if they are segregated or easily accessible. Therefore
separate, labelled bins for their deposit should be provided if feasible.
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6.6.19 |
Office waste can be reduced through recycling of paper
if volumes are large enough to warrant collection. Opportunities for
participation in a local collection scheme should be investigated.
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Section 7 7.7.1 |
Landfill
Gas Hazard Mitigation Measures
Particular precautions will be required with respect to
any trenching or excavation, and any creation of confined spaces at, near to
or below ground level.
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7.7.2 |
Construction contractors should be made aware that
methane and carbon dioxide are always likely to be present in the soil voids.
There exists outside the boundary of GDBL localized
pocketed of waste which were deposited during the operation of the landfill.
Therefore it is necessary to state in the roadwork contract that waste
materials may be encountered during the excavation work, and proper handling
as well as disposal of the waste may be needed.
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7.7.3 |
In all construction work adjacent to GDBL, safety precautions
should be implemented to minimize the risks of:
·
Fires and explosions;
·
Asphyxiation of workers; and
·
Toxicity effects.
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7.7.4 |
Precautions should be clearly laid down and rigidly
adhered to with respect to:
·
Trenching and excavation; and
·
Creation of confined spaces at, near to or below
ground level.
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7.7.5 |
In addition to normal site safety procedures, gas
detection equipment and appropriate breathing apparatus should be available
and used when entering confined spaces or trenches deeper than 1m.
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7.7.6 |
A Safety Officer, trained in the use of gas detection
equipment and LFG related hazards should be present on site throughout the
groundwork phase. The Safety Officer should be provided with an intrinsically
safe portable instrument (or instruments)
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7.7.7 |
The following safety measures should be implemented
during the construction phase of the Project:
a) All
personnel who work on site and all visitors to the site should be made aware
of the possibility of ignition of gas in the vicinity of the excavations. Safety
notices should be posted warning of the potential hazards.
b)
Those staff who work in, or have responsibility for
“at risk” areas, including all excavation workers, supervisors and engineers
working within the CZ, should receive appropriate training on working in
areas susceptible to LFG, fire and explosion hazards.
c)
An excavation procedure or code of practice to
minimize LFG related risk should be devised and carried out by the
contractor.
d)
No worker should be allowed to work alone at any
time in or near to any excavation. At least one other worker should be
available to assist with a rescue if needed.
e)
Smoking, naked flames and all other sources of
ignition should be prohibited within 15m of any excavation or ground-level
confined space. “No Smoking” and No Naked Flame” notices should be posted
prominently on the construction site and, if necessary, special areas
designated for smoking.
f)
Welding, flame-cutting or other hot works should be
confined to open areas at least 15m from any trench or excavation. Welding,
flame cutting or other hot works may only be carried out in trenches or
confined spaces when controlled by a “permit to work” procedure, properly
authorised by the Safety Officer or other appropriately qualified person
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Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during
construction activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
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Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97) |
7.7.7 |
g)
The permit to work procedure should set down
clearly the requirements for continuous monitoring for methane, carbon
dioxide and oxygen throughout the period for which the hot works are in
progress. The procedure should also require the presence of an appropriately
qualified person in attendance outside the “confined area” who shall be
responsible for reviewing the gas measurements as they are made, and who
shall have executive responsibility for suspending the work in the event of
unacceptable or hazardous conditions. Only those workers who are
appropriately trained and fully aware of the potentially hazardous conditions
which may arise should be permitted to carry out hot works in confined areas.
h)
Ground level construction plant should be fitted
with vertical exhausts at least 0.6m above ground level and with spark
arrestors.
i)
Any electrical equipment, such as motors and
extension cords, should be intrinsically safe.
j)
During piping assembly or construction, all
valves/seals should be closed immediately after installation. As construction
progresses, all valves/seals should be closed as installed to prevent the
migration of gases through the pipeline/conduit. All piping/conducting should
be capped at the end of each working day.
k)
Mobile offices, equipment stores, mess rooms etc should
be located on an areas which has been proven to be gas free (by survey with
portable gas detectors) and ongoing monitoring should be carried out to
ensure that these areas remain gas free. The use of permanent gas detectors
may be appropriate in some circumstances where there is a relatively high
risk but for many developments it will be sufficient to have regular
monitoring undertaken manually by the safety officer. The particular
arrangements to be adopted at a specific site will need to be determined
during the risk assessment/design of protection measures.
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Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during
construction activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
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Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97) |
7.7.7 |
l)
Alternatively, such buildings should be raised
clear of the ground. If buildings are raised clear of the ground, a minimum
clear separation distance (as measured from the highest point on the ground
surface to the underside of the lowest floor joist) should be 500mm.
m)
During construction, adequate fire extinguishing
equipment, fire-resistant clothing and breathing apparatus (BA) sets should
be made available on site.
n)
The Contractor should formulate a health and safety
policy, standards and instructions for site personnel to follow.
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Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during construction
activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
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Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97) |
7.7.8
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The following should be noted for LFG monitoring:
a)
Periodically during groundwork construction, the
works area should be monitored for methane, carbon dioxide and oxygen using
appropriately calibrated portable gas detection equipment.
b)
The monitoring frequency and areas to be monitored
should be set down prior to commencement of groundworks by either the Safety
Officer or by an appropriately qualified person.
c)
Routine monitoring should be carried out in all
excavations, manholes and chambers and any other confined spaces that may
have been created by, for example, the temporary storage of building
materials on the site surface.
d)
All measurements in excavations should be made with
the monitoring tube located not more than 10mm from the exposed ground
surface,
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Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during
construction activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
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Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97) |
7.7.8
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e)
Monitoring of excavations should be undertaken as
follows:
i.) For
excavations deeper than 1m, measurements should be made: ·
At the ground surface before excavation
commences; ·
Immediately before any workers enter the
excavation; ·
At the beginning of each working day for the
entire period the excavation remains open; and ·
Periodically through the working day whilst
workers are in the excavation. ii.) For excavations
between 300mm and 1m deep, measurements should be made: ·
Directly after the excavation has been
completed; and ·
Periodically whilst the excavations remains
open. iii.)
For excavations less than 300mm deep, monitoring
may be omitted, at the discretion of the Safety Officer or other
appropriately qualified person. |
Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during
construction activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
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Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97) |
7.7.10 |
Drilling contractor should provide a Method Statement
detailing the procedures to be followed, which should include:
a)
Provision of an intrinsically safe portable methane
gas detector;
b)
no smoking to be allowed within 15m of a borehole;
c)
capping of casing at the end of each working day;
and
d) exhaust
and air-intake stacks to be at least 1.5m above ground level.
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Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during
construction activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
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Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note (EPD/TR8/97) |
7.7.12 |
Realignment of or new utilities routes that are formed
as part of the road-widening works are identified within the CZ. They should
be designated as “special routes” and the utility companies notified
accordingly, such that the necessary precautions can be implemented during
maintenance or extension
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Within
the boundaries of all construction sites as well as transportation routes to
designated areas for off-site disposal of materials / Prior to and during
construction activities |
Contractor |
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ü |
ü |
Landfill
Gas Hazard Assessment Guidance Note |
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Any new utility routes passing through the boundary of
the CZ should have a protective impermeable barrier installed at the boundary
of the CZ
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Section
8 8.11.4 |
Landscape
and Visual Impacts
A total of 375, 243 and 589 trees were scheduled
for felling, transplanting and retaining respectively (refer to Appendix
8-A). The locations of affected
trees/palms are shown in Figure 8-19. |
Within
the Project Site / Design prior to commencement of site clearance works ,
during the
construction period following the phased completion of the engineering works. |
Funding
and implementation by CEDD Management and maintenance by HyD,
LCSD since day 1 of operation
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ü |
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ü |
Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92; Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
8.11.6 |
The mitigation measures include:
·
retention of 589 trees,
·
transplantation of a total number
of 243 trees
·
landscape
works including 375 compensatory trees following completion of the Project.
Compensatory planting is provided in the Tree Survey – “CONCEPTUAL PLANTING
PLAN” (refer to Appendix 8-B): All transplanting trees and
compensatory trees (i.e. 618 trees) shall be planted within the Project site
and properly maintained during operation of the Project. Any of these
trees damaged during operation of the Project shall be replaced. Details of
compensatory planting such as detailed location and compensatory plant
species will be decided at the design stage. It is recommended, as stipulated
in ETWB TC(W) No.3/2006 Tree Preservation, that the implementation of
compensatory plant should not be less than 1:1 (i.e. not less than 375 nos.
of trees in this project) and the compensatory planting trees should be at
least of “heavy standard” type. |
Within
the Project Site / Design prior to commencement of site clearance works ,
during the
construction period following the phased completion of the engineering works. |
Funding
and implementation by CEDD Management and maintenance by HyD,
LCSD since day 1 of operation
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ü |
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ü |
Maintenance
of Vegetation
and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW No. 2/2004; Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92; Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
8.13.1 |
The Conceptual Landscape Proposals (figures 8-5 to 8-9) indicate,
inter alia, those landscape measures, which are proposed to mitigate
significant visual and landscape effects identified through the assessment
process. These measures include:
·
Regarding of cut slopes
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Whole
alignment / Prior to commencement of site clearance works and construction
works |
CEDD
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ü |
ü |
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Control
of Visual Impact of Slopes (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/93; Improvement
to the Appearance of Slopes (Works Branch), WBTC No. 17/2000; Technical
Guidelines on Landscape Treatment and Bio-engineering for Manmade Slopes and
Retaining Walls (GEO Publication No. 1/2000); Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
8.13.1 |
·
Revegetation of chunam slopes
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Whole alignment / During the construction period following the phased completion of the engineering works. |
Funding
and implementation by CEDD Management and maintenance
by HyD, LCSD since day 1 of operation |
ü |
ü |
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Control
of Visual Impact of Slopes (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/93; Improvement
to the Appearance of Slopes (Works Branch), WBTC No. 17/2000; Technical
Guidelines on Landscape Treatment and Bio-engineering for Manmade Slopes and
Retaining Walls (GEO Publication No. 1/2000); Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
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·
Tree planting
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Whole
alignment / During the construction period following the phased completion of
the engineering works. |
Funding
and implementation by CEDD Management
and maintenance by HyD, LCSD since day 1 of operation |
ü |
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ü |
Maintenance
of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW No. 2/2004; Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92; Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
8.13.1 |
·
Screen walls
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Whole
alignment / Prior to commencement of site clearance works |
CEDD |
ü |
ü |
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The
Advisory Committee on the Appearance of Bridges and Associated Structures
(ACABAS), ETWBTC 36/2004. |
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·
Feature finishes to structures and floorscape
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Whole
alignment / Prior to commencement of site clearance works |
CEDD |
ü |
ü |
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The
Advisory Committee on the Appearance of Bridges and Associated Structures
(ACABAS), ETWBTC 36/2004. |
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·
Provision of new recreational/amenity facilities
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Whole
alignment / operation phase |
HyD & LCSD |
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ü |
Maintenance
of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW No. 2/2004 |
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·
Amenity shrub, ground cover and climber planting
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Whole
alignment / Prior to commencement of site clearance works |
CEDD
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ü |
ü |
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Maintenance
of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW
No. 2/2004; Allocation of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC
No. 25/92. |
8.24.1 |
The assessment process has generated a range of
practical landscape proposals, which will effectively mitigate those significant
landscape and visual effects identified.
These mitigation proposals include:
·
MM1 - The replacement of amenity planting lost as a
consequence of road widening and the remodelling of junctions;
·
MM2 - The re-use of areas beneath the elevated road
deck as 3 public car parks, screened by feature granite block walls and
amenity planting;
·
MM3 - The provision of feature granite block screen
walls and raised planters around car parks and on traffic islands and
meridians;
·
MM4 - Reinstatement of Tsuen Wan Park.
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Whole
alignment / Design prior to commencement of site clearance works ,
during the
construction period following the phased completion of the engineering works. |
Funding
and implementation by CEDD Management and maintenance by HyD, LCSD since day 1 of operation |
ü |
ü |
ü |
Maintenance
of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW No. 2/2004; Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92. Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
8.24.1 |
·
MM5 - The provision of a visual/acoustic screen
partically the noise barriers adjacent to the Clague Gardens Estate.
This should be achieved through the use of
innovative form, recessive and muted colours and tones, and through use of
materials. And green plant such as colorful shrubs and climbers is proposed
to plant along part of the overall noise enclosure structure. The design of
the engineering structure thus aims to minimize visual impact as far as
possible and visually integrate as far as possible into the landscape
context.
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Whole
alignment / During construction phase and operation phase |
Funding
and implementation by CEDD Management and maintenance by HyD, LCSD since day 1 of operation |
ü |
ü |
ü |
The
Advisory Committee on the Appearance of Bridges and Associated Structures
(ACABAS), ETWBTC 36/2004; Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92; Visibility
of Directional Signs, HyDTC 10/2001; ETWBTC
10/2005 Planting on Footbridges and Flyovers; Maintenance
of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW No. 2/2004. |
8.24.1 |
i.) Design
and Construction of the soft works recommended at MM 1 - 5
During the construction
stages, soft landscape measures should be used where appropriate, employing
native plant species as fast as practicable, to restore the green land cover
and enhance the vegetated, urban environment. This includes tree/ shrub
planting and HyDro-seeding in the peripheral site area, footpath side, access
road, park and open spaces.
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Whole
alignment / During the construction period |
CEDD |
ü |
ü |
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EIAO
TM Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92. Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006. |
8.24.1 |
ii.)
During the operation stages, the newly planted trees,
shrubs and grassed areas are maintained throughout the establishment period
at the intervals established in the soft works specification, particularly in
respect of the following:
-
Regular grass cutting for
reinstated areas frequently to be established in the soft works
specification;
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Firming up of trees after
periods of strong winds periods to be established in the soft works
specification;
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Regular checks for and
eradication of pests, fungal infections etc. frequently to be established in
the soft works specification;
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Pruning of dead or broken
branches frequently to be established in the soft work specification;
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Replacement of dead plants
and resending of failed areas of grass as early as possible during the
planting seasons, i.e. between March and September, although the optimum
period is between April and July, to ensure the landscape mitigation measures
fulfil their design intention
- The management and maintenance authority will make
regular bimonthly inspections of the planted areas during the establishment
period to ensure the intended objectives of the landscape and visual mitigation
measures are achieved.
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Whole
alignment / operational phases |
HyD & LCSD |
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ü |
Tree
Preservation, ETWBTC 3/2006; Maintenance
of Vegetation and Hard Landscape Features, ETWB TCW No. 2/2004. |
8.24.4 |
All barriers, including cantilever types, will be
based on a single design theme to create a single family of structures, which
will also be integrated with the engineering structures, avoiding excessive
visual clutter along the road. All
barriers are noise reflective type and can, therefore, be clear. The barriers
will comprise semi-transparent panels with a colour tint supported by posts
coloured in muted tones reflecting the local visual environment. |
Whole
alignment / Design phase prior to the finalization of engineering proposals. |
CEDD |
ü |
ü |
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The
Advisory Committee on the Appearance of Bridges and Associated Structures
(ACABAS), ETWBTC 36/2004. |
8.24.5 |
In a majority of locations the barriers will be
required along the elevated bridge structure. At these locations, planting along the bridge structure will be
used to screen the barriers. Moreover, greening panel has been taken into
design consideration for mitigate the visual impact of noise barriers. All
barriers required will be submitted to ACABAS for comment during the detail
design stages |
Whole
alignment / Design phase prior to the finalization of engineering proposals. |
CEDD |
ü |
ü |
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The
Advisory Committee on the Appearance of Bridges and Associated Structures
(ACABAS), ETWBTC 36/2004; Allocation
of Space for Urban Street Trees (Works Branch), WBTC No. 25/92. |
8.24.7 |
The funding and implementation of the proposed
mitigation measures will be the responsibility of the Civil Engineering and
Development Department. Once the day 1 operation started, the relevant
departments, such as HyD, LCSD etc. will be the responsible for the
management and maintenance of the proposed mitigation measures. |
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Section 9 9.8.29 |
Hazard
to Life
Nevertheless
two measures previously recommended in the EIA for Route 8 (formerly Route
16) warrant consideration: ·
Introduce the ‘no stopping zones’ on the
western part of Tsuen Wan Rd and on all major roads within the area where the
individual risk levels exceed 1 x 10-9 (see Figure 8.3 in
EIA Report). This measure (if not already implemented) would be particularly
effective on Tuen Mun Rd. ·
Provide traffic signals to stop in case of
emergency the traffic on western part of Tsuen Wan Rd and other major roads
within the area that could be affected by a chlorine spill at YKT WTW |
Within Site Boundary/During construction and
operation phases |
Contractor & HyD |
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9.8.30 |
Similarly,
implementation of the following measures for protection of the Project
construction workers should be considered: · The
number of workers on site during construction stage should not exceed the
levels assessed in this report. · Emergency
evacuation procedures should be formulated and all workers on site should be
familiar with these procedures as well as the route to escape in case of gas
release incident. Relevant Departments, such as WSD and FSD, should be
consulted during the development of Emergency procedures. Diagram showing the
escape routes to a safe place should be posted in the site notice boards and
at the entrance/exit of site. · The
emergency procedures should specify means of providing a rapid and direct
warning (e.g. Siren and Flashing Light) to construction workers in the event
of chlorine gas release in the YKTWTW. · The
construction site officer should establish a communication channel with the
YKTWTW operation personnel during construction stage. In case of any
hazardous incidents in the treatment works, operation personnel of YKTWTW
should advise the site officer to evacuate the construction workers. |
Within
Site Boundary/During construction |
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Appendix C
Environmental
Monitoring Data Recording Sheets
Appendix C1 Noise Monitoring Field Record Sheet
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Measurement Results |
L90 (dB(A)) |
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Date
Recorded By :
Checked By :
Appendix C2 Data Sheet for TSP Monitoring
Monitoring Location |
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Sampler Identification |
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Start (min.) |
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Total Sampling Time (min.) |
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Pi (mmHg) |
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Name & Designation
Signature Date
Field
Operator :
Laboratory Staff :
Checked by :
Appendix C3 Recording
Sheet for LFG monitoring field measurement recording
Sampling
equipment used: |
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Date of measurement: ____________
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Sampling time |
Weather condition |
Pressure (mbar) |
Flammable gas (methane % or LEL) |
Carbon dioxide (%) |
Oxygen (%) |
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Field Technician: _________________ Checked by: _________________
Date: _________________ Date: _________________
Appendix D
Complaint
Handling Procedures
Appendix E
Complaint Log
Complaint Log
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Name of Complainant |
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Contact of Complainant |
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The project is source of the problem (Yes / No) |
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Validity of the complaint (Yes / No) |
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Prepared by: ________________________
Signature: ________________________
Date: ________________________
Appendix F
Interim Notifications of
Environmental Quality Limits Exceedances
Appendix F Interim Notifications of
Environmental Quality Limits Exceedances
Incident Report on Action
Level or Limit Level Non-compliance
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Location Plan
Prepared by :
Designation :
Signature
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Date :