Table 1 : Identification matrix of impacts Project Component Project phase Preparation / Construction Operation Affected Environment component Sources of impact (Planned Activities) Activity Activity Activity Activity Activity Activity Activity Activity Activity Biophysical environment Air (ambient noise and air quality) Waters Soil Wildlife Flora Human Environment communities Residents Employees of stores Local authority Public Health Security Socio economic environment Employment Socio-economic impact (trade and local activities) Tableau 2 : Matrix for determining impact significance
EVALUATION CRITERIA SIGNIFICANCE OF IMPACT Intensity Extent Duration HIGH Regional Long Major Medium Major Short Medium Local Long Major Medium Medium Short Medium Isolated Long Medium Medium Medium Short Medium MEDIUM Regional Long Major Medium Medium Short Medium Local Long Medium Medium Medium Short Minor to negligible Isolated Long Medium Medium Medium Short Minor to negligible LOW Regional Long Medium Medium Medium Short to negligible Local Long Medium Medium Minor to negligible Minor to negligible Isolated Long to negligible Medium Minor to negligible Short Minor to negligible
necessary safety precautions to be taken (fire fighting, containing the pesticides that leak from contaminating the general environment) would be given to drivers and the same drivers would be told not to drive more than 45 kms/hour and . Transportation will not be carried out during peak traffic Except carbaryl (which is rarely imported) all pesticieds are stored in stout corroision resistant drums,epoxy phenolic la quer lined ,closed heqad ,ceertified to packaging group I,200 liter –un approved drums, code 1A1. Although the outer package of carbaryl is cardboard, it is lined in the inner side with strong plastic. .
Based on the above data the ground altitude of the proposed store (2167 masl )is similar ,but a little bit higher than the three sites shown in the above table . D.4 Biological Environment Summary of Introduction The preliminary biodiversity assessment was carried out on May 2010 at the premises of Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development pesticide store compound. There are several indigenous trees, shrubs, climbers and herbaceous plants in the compound despite disturbance by human activities. Invasive alien species are also found in the compound like Lantna camara and Tagetes minuta which is among the top 100 worst invasive organisms. Method All known species were identified on the spot and unidentified samples collected and pressed for identification later. Using the pre-arranged format the following data was collected : Sample specimens ; Locality, Coordinates, Habitat, Abundance and Use Finding of the survey is also evidence of natural vegetation consisting of wooded grassland habitats. Three different types of Acacia trees have been collected for identification, and other dominant woody species include Carrisa spinarum, Rosa abyssinica and Vernonia amgdalina. The dominant grass species of the area is called Hyparrhenia hirta. An exotic tree species is also planted along fence margins, namely Cupressus lusitannica. The range of vascular plant species found at the pesticide store construction site were 31, falling into 20 families. 1 : Open grassland with scattered Acacia trees Photo 2 : A known medicinal plant Called “ARMAGUSA” in Ethiopian traditional medicine - Ajuga integrifolia Photo 3 : A large area of grassland with Hyparrhenia hirta dominant and isolated Acacia trees. Photo 4 : Natural vegetation and planted tree of Cupressus lusitannica along fence margin and grassland habitat on rock surface in the compound
Table 15 : Matrix of impacts linked with the project activities Project Component Project phase Preparation / Construction Operation Affected Environment component Sources of impact (Planned Actions) Delivery and of vehicles (would produce dust) Excavation and backfilling movement of equipment Activity Activity Activity of pesticides Reception and storage of pesticides Handling of pesticides Biophysical environment Air (ambient and air quality) Waters Soil Wildlife Flora Human Environment communities Residents Employees of stores Local authority Public Health Security Socio economic environment Employment impact (trade and local activities) Transport
half-life in soil (aerobic conditions) : 113,3 days half-life in soil (anaerobic conditions) : 135,5 days Slightly degradable car 60<DT 50<180 because mobility and solubility medium and produces slightly degradable Fenitrhothion Vapour pressure at : 18 10-3Pa Solubility in water at : 14 mg/l Partition coefficient (Koc): 251,18-1548,81 (Log: 2,4 – 3,19) Hydrolysis speed: 200 - 630 days au pH de 5 à 9 half-life in soil (aerobic conditions) : 12-28 days half-life in soil (anaerobic conditions) : 4-54 days Can easily volatilize and disperse in the atmosphere because Vp > 1,3.10-3Pa Slightly Mobile 3 < Koc<4 Readily soluble 10<S<100 Fairly degradable 20<DT < 60 High risk of air pollution because high Vp. Low risk of groundwater pollution as low mobility and low solubility and degradability. Malathion Vapour pressure at : 0.0053 Pa Solubility in : 125 mg/l Partition coefficient (Koc): 1000 (Log : 3) Hydrolysis speed: 6 days half-life in soil (aerobic conditions) : 2 days half-life in soil (anaerobic conditions) : 30 days Can easily volatilize and disperse in the atmosphere because Vp > 1,3.10-3Pa Slightly Mobility 3 < Koc<4 Readily soluble 10<S<100 Fairly degradable 20<DT < 60 Recognized of air pollution because significant Vp Low risk of groundwater pollution as low mobility and solubility and degradability medium Classification of mobility Classification of solubility in water Classification of degradability in soil (biological and physicochemical transformations) Mitigation of repeated pollution is heavily dependent on technical capabilities (training of warehouse staff) and the availability of firefighting equipment. Indeed, undetected or untreated spill and leaks can cause deterioration of containers by corrosion effect of metal drums or dirt of bags. It may cause contamination of warehouse staff and emission of toxic fumes or flammable vapors. Similarly, the deterioration of packaging of powder pesticide formulations can lead to their dissemination by the wind or the aeration system/ventilation and cause powdery deposits around the storage site if they are not stabilized first.
J.2.6 Safety means J.2.6.1 Hygiene and health protection equipment The site must be equipped with toilets, a shower and a sink, can be used for daily hygiene (washing hands and face before meals, for example) and in case of incident. In addition, personal protective equipment will be available to handlers and storekeepers. They will be equipped: - Hard Hat or canvas; - Goggles or face shield (attached to the helmet); - Masks cons powder products and smoke and light; - Face to protect against airborne particulates/droplets or gas masks with protective cartridge against organic vapors; - Gloves / gauntlets nitrile rubber or neoprene; - Coveralls; - Aprons nitrile rubber or neoprene; - resistant rubber or neoprene. J.2.6.2 Fire Safety Equipment Fire safety equipment will be placed prominently outside the pesticide store, signs marked "Danger: Pesticides entry restricted to authorized persons. In addition, basic rules to avoid fire are the absolute prohibition of smoking and the use of an open flame in an around the store.. This prohibition should be widely displayed both inside and outside the store, close to the access and in particular to the entrance, a signal understood by all. Such signs must be permanent and regularly maintained. The store will be provided with means of fire control (mobile or portable fire extinguishers, fixed) adapted to its size and product stored: - powder, liquid or solid; - Water spray with additive on packaging materials and solid products; - Carbon Dioxide on electrical installations. - Insulation Blanket - pesticide containers (preferably salvage drums that can hold 200 liters of product) - Bags for reconditioning damaged or very leaky packaging material - Stickers with hazard symbols to mark the drums. These extinguishing materials must be visible, accessible and regularly maintained. It is recommended to place them near the entry/exit points. The store must also have at least one periodically maintained Fire Network Armored (FNA). The network that is effectively connected with the great powers of officers of the security is generally reserved for use by firefighters. Therefore firefighters in the area must be informed of the existence of the store and the corresponding risks. It is very useful to place a sign outside the store indicating the names and addresses of officials (including those with keys) to notify in case of emergency.
The internal combustion engine machines (scorers, graders, excavators, etc..) Must be equipped with silencers Repair as soon as possible the construction equipment and vehicles that produce excessive emissions of exhaust Store operation Explosion and fire Fire Security Equipment MoA EPA / MoA Toxic Exposure and staff PPE Risk of pollution of groundwater due to spills, decontamination material Risk of soil contamination resulting from spills, leaks special hazardous generation (dust, sand or dry soil containing the chemical absorbed) after a pesticide leak Salvage drum Special hazardous waste generation (drums iron, plastic and cardboard packaging or paper) Container management in the Kality site Odor nuisance from the store to nearby residents Good management of pesticides stocks Store operational Manuel Training Proper store maintenance Record keeping,spill prevention,control,countermeasure,emergency response,maintaining properly trained on-site staff MoA
importance form the archeological, paleontological, historic, architectural, religious, aesthetic or other. Physical cultural resources could be found in urban or rural areas, as well as both in the open air, under the ground and in the sea also. OP 4.12 Involuntary Resettlement The objective of this policy is to avoid or minimize involuntary resettlement where feasible, exploring all viable alternative project designs. Furthermore, it intends to assist displaced persons in improving their former living standards; it encourages community participation in planning and implementing resettlement; and to provide assistance to affected people, regardless of the legality of title of land. This policy is triggered not only if physical relocation occurs, but also by any loss of land resulting in: relocation or loss of shelter; loss of assets or access to assets; loss of income sources or means of livelihood, whether or not the affected people must move to another location. Under KPSC, land acquisition is not required.