Hazardous Materials Storage of hazardous substances, leaking plant and equipment and spillage from refuelling. Localised ground contamination / pollution of stormwater and requiring cleanup and/or receiving fines. Risk of igniting volatile substances. Unauthorised access to site / potential vandalism/damage leading to pollution. U 3 M Induction, toolbox talks and training on appropriate handling and storage of liquids. All water drains should be identified prior to works. Storage areas to be away from sensitive areas and appropriately bunded. MSDS approved prior to bringing hazardous substances on site including risk assessment. Plans showing storage locations and associated controls e.g. spill kits, etc. (Environmental Control Maps). Training in use of spill kits Contingency would be developed to deal with any spills which might occur during construction. Clearly label containers. Regular auditing and inspection of storage areas and materials. Make storage restricted access areas. Reduce/eliminate need for hazardous substances. Ensure all work sites are secure before leaving the site. All liquids i.e. paint etc are to be securely locked away at the end of each day. R 3 L Fuel contaminated runoff from construction works leaving site Fuel contaminated runoff entering stormwater or waterways (i.e. polluting - not compliant with discharge criteria). U 3 M All storm water drains should be identified prior to works and controls implemented. Refuelling of vehicles away from culverts, water courses. Appropriate bunding/storage of substances. Toolbox on site procedures for sediment controls and chemical storage. Educate site on project conditions and consequences of prosecution. R 3 L
Biodiversity Vegetation trimming / clearing required outside approved work area. Unauthorised / removal of vegetation outside defined work area, possibility of removing threatened species, fines incurred. U 3 M Induction and tool box training on clearance zones and required protection measures Inspections during clearing activities/ designated enviro / Fencing in place/ clear marking of trees to be retained and cleared / demarcation areas / plans showing clearing areas. Pre clearing checklist to be completed before any clearing of vegetation. R 3 L Clearing and grubbing of vegetation within work site. Erosion of uncontrolled runoff, sediment deposited into surrounding vegetated areas and water courses, and invasion of weeds. Wrong vegetation removed. Potential for injury to native fauna. U 3 M Inductions and toolbox training on erosion and sediment controls. Where possible works to be staged so environmental controls can be implemented after clearance works. Approved Erosion and Sediment Control in place prior to starting works. Where applicable, mature trees and other native vegetation to be retained would be clearly delineated, with all construction activities excluded from these areas. Pre clearing checklist to be completed before any clearing of vegetation. R 3 L Pest / rodent disturbance from site establishment Potential to relocate into residential areas / cause of community complaint. Health associated risks with increased rodents. U 4 L Ensure site establishment has pest controls such as wire mesh around building bases to ensure pests do not use them for shelter. If issue is problematic during construction activities, pest control services to be implemented as soon as possible R 4 L
Air Quality General construction works; site establishment, earthworks, piling, drilling, etc High dust activity in close proximity to residential and commercial premises, dust deposition at sensitive receivers, repairs and clean up needed, complaints received . L 3 H Develop Air Quality Management Plan. Inductions and toolbox training on Dust and Air Quality Management. Include provision for air quality monitoring during the works. Provide dust mitigation measures through water sprays/misting. Use of water carts during dry weather on haulage roads and excavations/batters. Install dust controls immediately and continually through the project. Erosion and Sediment Control Plans approved before works commence. Controls are then reviewed for maintenance. U 3 M Exhaust from plant and equipment. Emissions resulting in air pollution. U 4 L Inductions and toolbox training on Dust and Air Quality Management . Well maintained plant/ equipment and pre-start checks and servicing. Non-complaint vehicles removed from site / repaired. R 4 L Heritage Unexpected heritage encountered. Work delays, additional studies, approvals required, damage to heritage item. U 3 M General inductions toolbox training on heritage management protocols. Label any known heritage items on Environmental Control Maps. If suspected heritage item encountered. Works to stop immediately and Environment Manager contacted. R 3 L
Note: This plan is designed to supplement the Client’s site emergency response plan/s where available. In case of conflict, the Client’s plan will apply. Emergency Preparation Response Responsibility Significant adverse dust event due to weather conditions: High winds Monitor meteorological conditions for the area - develop contingency for wind speeds in excess of 16m/s (55km/hr) High wind 'stop works' protocols in place Establish contingency strategy for additional dust control measures, additional water carts, dust suppressants, stockpile covers etc Dust generating activities will cease under direction of the Environment Manager or Site Supervisor until adverse conditions subside. Deploy additional mitigation measures to exposed areas stockpiles and other dust generating items will be water sprayed or covered. Environment Manager Site Supervisor Discovery of friable asbestos. Review previous land uses, environmental reports for potential for friable asbestos. Include asbestos awareness in the site induction the potential exists Include contingency in relevant work procedures and SWMSs Identify potential service providers for asbestos control and removal. Quarantine suspected area Cover or provide dust mitigation strategy Engage licensed/approved removal and disposal organisation Complete post removal verification Project Leader Site Supervisor PSA Environment Manager Flooding Monitor meteorological conditions – develop contingency strategy for rainfall > 100mm in 24hours or potential for > 1in 5 ARI All chemicals, fuels and other hazardous substances to be in secured containers and stored within a sealable shipping container Remove plant and equipment from low lying areas Secure plant that cannot be removed Review site drainage flow paths: Redirect site drainage to prevent flooding of residential/business premises Ensure site drainage does not concentrate surface flow Review and address the potential for excess entering the site Review and maintain erosion and sedimentation controls Recover materials washed from site including sediment and other waste. Check effectiveness of erosion and sedimentation devices and other flood controls, maintain where required and safe to do so. Site Supervisor Environment Manager Temporary erosion and sediment controls are damaged during rainfall. Plan controls to be suitable for expected conditions Ensure sufficient materials, labour and plant are available for additional controls. A review of the site to be undertaken by a Environmental Manager and Site Supervisor. Controls to be repaired or replaced within 24 hours of detection, immediately if inclement weather current. Environment Manager Site Supervisor Damage to sediment basin Check basins for suitability to project requirements; size, treatment type, etc Water in damaged basin to be pumped to another secure basin, or discharged if it meets the site criteria. Damage to Environment Manager
APPENDIX 8 – Project Permits and Licenses Register – to be completed for each project specific requirement relevant to QLD legislation Project Permit and Approvals Register Applicable to the project (Yes / No) Permit / licence / Approval Number / registration certificate Commencement date Expiry date Surrender requirements Project custodian Project briefing date