PLANNING AND DESIGN Activity/Adverse Impacts Mitigation Measure(s) Implementation Schedule Responsible Person(s) Cost Estimates Land Acquisition Conflict over land acquisition, ownership and compensation Dispute and possible conflict over the land identified can arise owing to forced eviction, and absence of compensation and dialogue with the PAPs. Ensure that the land identified for the project is acquired as per the requirements of the Government of Rwanda and World Bank guidelines in relation to land acquisition, resettlement and compensation. Inform all communities transmission route of schedule of implementation of Project and their rights to compensation Complete all necessary land and building acquisition in accordance with ARAP and entitlement Framework to the commencement of any construction works. Before the commencement of construction UERP/PCU Costs are reflected in the ARAP and will be met by ELECTROGAZ through UERP/PCU Site Selection Inappropriate/incompatible site selected. Poor selection of project site and route can cause conflict over environmental degradation including the destruction of sensitive ecosystems and or protected areas, visual impacts, erosion and drainage patterns, disturbance of existing land use, creation of increased access, aesthetics, interference with other utilities Select right of way that avoids sensitive habitats and limits conflicts with existing uses Use common corridors to minimize impacts on undisturbed areas and lessen increased access to undeveloped areas Incorporate appropriate buffer Before the commencement of construction) ELECTROGAZ Contractor No cost implication
Do not select that trigger any of the World Bank’s Operational policies on: Natural Habitats; Forestry; Cultural Property. CONSTRUCTION Activity/Adverse Impacts Mitigation Measure(s) Indicators Implementation Schedule Responsible Person(s) Cost Estimates Removal/destruction of all vegetation from the project site./Site Clearing/Civil Works/Earth Moving Site earthworks activities include, but not limited to, site preparation, clearing, stripping, grading, soil removal, backfilling, compacting, disposal of surplus, landscaping, shoring as required and final site clean-up. Likely to cause increased soil run off hence erosion. quality effects during stream crossing Impacts that cannot be avoided through siting can often be lessened through planning and design. Implement erosion control plan Construct scheduling and sedimentation control Restrict corridor width and avoid unnecessary clearing. Clearly mark out the extent of clearing within the approved worksite with pegs at 50-m intervals or less. Identify and mark individual trees for retention within the marked extent of clearing. Seek approval for clearing from the Engineer at least 1 week prior to any proposed clearing. Existence of a drainage system including ditches Availability of compensation plan approved by World Bank and REMA Evidence in terms of records showing cash compensation to PAPs including copies of cheques issues and amounts. Before clearing the vegetation along a section of the road During the construction and to continue after completion of construction Contractor Costs are reflected in the ARAP and will be met by ELECTROGAZ through UERP/PCU
with stone or cement rip-rap for a length of two metres. Sedimentation/Soil Erosion Identify and map all areas where soil disturbance will occur. For each of these areas, identify appropriate sediment control structures and install structures prior to commencement of work. If possible, schedule works requiring large areas of soil disturbance or newly formed embankments to avoid the rainy season. on the down slope of the construction areas to divert run-off to sediment control structures. The bund or trench shall be removed upon completion of construction works. Prior to commencement of construction Prior to commencement of work Immediately following completion of construction Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component Archaeological sites/Genocidal sites uncovering Fence off archeological sites, and sites of contemporary historical importance, if any sighted / uncovered during works and reports it to the appropriate authority. Number of discovered and reported Prior to the commencement of works and throughout construction Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal includes this component Protection of sensitive environmental areas Identify natural areas in site plans, especially environmentally sensitive or ecologically fragile areas. Availability of site plans with already mapped ESA During site preparation Prior to construction Prior to commencement of construction Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by
• Locate construction sites/activities away from sensitive areas. • Ensure those involved in construction are aware of these areas and the usage limits of such areas. • Provide training to construction teams to ensure an understanding of the requirements regarding environmental protection of sites. tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component Water Pollution Ensure that potential sources of petro-chemical (including bituminous materials) pollution are handled in such a way to reduce chances of spills and leaks. • Train work crews in safe handling of petro-chemicals. • Minimise soil sedimentation as outlined sediment control. Availability of pollution control plan Prior to commencement of construction Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component Dust Emissions Fugitive dust may be emitted from construction works and stock piles of materials including machinery as well as from truck traffic. This could cause health related impacts to the communities around and workers in the project site. The dirt roads and exposed construction areas should be moisturized during the dry and windy season to prevent or minimize the fugitive dust emissions. Proper location of material stockpiles, especially sand and soil downwind from the commercial, residential and other establishments will be required; Frequent wetting of the stockpile and working area; screening of or providing wind breaks for stockpiles; Workers in the project site must be equipped with the necessary and required Personal Protective Verification on siting of the stockpiles. Verification of PPE availability through observation during the construction if workers are in PPEs. Watering to be undertaken regularly during the construction and when it is dry and dusty PPE should be available before construction works begin. Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component
Use of water tankers to control dust at construction sites adjacent villages/houses. Workers in vicinity of strong noise will wear earplugs and their working time should be limited. • Construction be stopped from 21:00 to 06:00 hrs at construction sites located within 150 m of residential areas. • Machinery and vehicles will be maintained to keep noise at a minimum. Storage and management of Wastes generated from construction and demolition activities Solid waste materials during the construction include paper wrapping, scrap metal, excavated soils, polythene, metals, wood, concrete, etc will cause pollution and littering of the immediate and localized environment. Wastes to be sorted and placed in temporary storage on-site. Subsequently, removed by licensed contractors for disposal at government- approved sites, or sold for reprocessing to companies with legitimate operating permits. Contractor should develop a solid waste disposal plan which includes the provision of receptacles at strategic points within the construction site, recycling programmes for recyclable wastes, separation of wastes. Contain all solid wastes at designated location within construction sites. • During site clean-up, burn all spilled fuel oils and bituminous waste materials. Availability of a solid waste disposal plan. Presence of receptacles for dumping solid wastes observed before construction works begin Records showing private refuse handling collecting wastes Solid wastes must be collected from the site daily and disposed as per the requirements in the solid waste plan. Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component
recommended standards and in key strategic points all over the site. This should include Dry chemical systems, Carbon dioxide systems, systems, Portable fire extinguishers. All workers must be trained on fire management and fire drills undertaken regularly. plant as required in the Fire proposal includes this component Disruption of Services Power black outs, damage to underground utility pipes, distribution lines etc Establish whether there is any infrastructure located near or inside the Transmission line servitude in order to avoid any damage. Local Authorities should be informed of the construction schedules to ensure the minimum disruption of such infrastructure. Inform public in advance when disruptions are expected Work shifts to avoid disruptions Construction activities should not be undertaken or over weekends Existence of a plan/schedule for informing public when disruptions are anticipated including date, time and duration. Availability of newspaper advertisements informing public on disruptions Availability of a blue print/map of all the underground utility pipes and lines During the construction and to continue completion of construction Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component Alteration of Drainage In sections along water courses, earth and construction waste will be properly disposed of so as to not block rivers and streams, resulting in adverse impact on water quality. All necessary measures will be taken to prevent earthworks from impeding cross drainage at rivers/ Existence of plan to protect drainage systems Whenever encountered during construction Contractor To be met by the contactor. The actual cost will be reflected by tenders in the financial proposal which includes this component
The construction site must contain fire fighting equipments of recommended standards and in key strategic points all over the site. This should include Dry chemical systems, Carbon dioxide systems, Detection/alarm systems, Portable fire extinguishers. All workers must be trained on fire management and fire drills undertaken regularly. Frequent clearing of overhanging branches in ROW to minimise lines being affected by branch falls Availability of all the observable fire containment equipments specified in the tender documents and fire response plan including: Fire detection, alarm and protection equipment and standards Availability of a ROW maintenance schedule Availability of records (log books) showing trainings conducted by a competent firm on fire management regularly but at least met by contractor Right-of-way (ROW) maintenance and related impacts including intrusion, erosion, disruption of services Clearance of the area to be performed by manual and/or mechanical Any Wood should be sold locally. Availability of a ROW maintenance schedule Absence of growth in ROW After completion of every 10km of ROW section Every six months for two years after re-vegetation ELECTROGAZ DECOMMISSIONING Activity/Adverse Impacts Mitigation Measure(s) Monitoring Program/Indicators Implementation Schedule Responsible Person(s) Cost Estimates Debris from Equipments and Machines when mini substations are dismantled. Ensure all the machines and equipment are disposed in the right places Site supervision during the decommissioning During decommissioning ELECTROGAZ All costs related to decommissioning will be met by ELECTROGAZ Noise and dust impacts during the dismantling Apply the noise reduction /mitigation impacts specified in the construction phase of the project Site supervision during the decommissioning During decommissioning ELECTROGAZ All costs related to decommissioning will be met by ELECTROGAZ
Accidents during decommissioning Apply the accidents reduction /mitigation impacts specified in the construction phase of the project Site supervision during the decommissioning During decommissioning ELECTROGAZ All costs related to decommissioning will be met by ELECTROGAZ
Monitoring Plan What Parameter to be Monitored Where is the parameter to be monitored? How is the parameter to be monitored/ type of monitoring equipment? When is the parameter to be monitored frequency of measurement or continuous? Monitoring Cost What is the cost of equipment or contractor charges to perform monitoring Responsibility Land Acquisition and Compensation Along ROW for all PAPs Ensure compensation paid as per RAP Monthly until complete Refer to ARAP ELECTROGAZ Noise Levels level metre kept at a distance of 15m from edge of ROW Noise levels on dB (A) scale to be taken at 15 second interval for 15 min every hr and then averaged Vegetation Clearing Along ROW and works areas clearing to ensure consistent with EMP Through out the clearing process Contractor Worker health Dust levels At construction site Visual: Worker wearing Equipment Weekly: random times Minor Construction Contractor Dust visible Weekly, more frequently during dry, windy weather Accidents Along ROW Safety training for workers, accident reports, community consultation Monthly Construction Contractor Machinery engine emissions At construction site Visual: Examine engine exhaust Certification Equipment first comes to project site Minor Construction Contractor Building Demolition waste materials transport and disposal At construction site Visual: Trucks covered or watered Weekly: Random times Weekly Minor Construction Contractor Construction Contractor At disposal site Material properly deposited
Right-of-way (ROW) land clearance ROW ROW Visual: Manual or Mechanical methods Weekly Minor Construction Contractor Used Wood properly disposed Weekly Minor ROW erosion control) ROW (particularly at steep slopes Visual: Proper procedures followed Monthly, and during or rainfall Construction Contractor Access road construction Equipment and material delivery routes Visual: Existing used Weekly Minor Construction Contractor Disruption of local traffic patterns at or near construction site Visual: Alternate routes clearly indicated Monthly Minor Construction Contractor * Items indicated to be the responsibility of the contractor shall be specified in the bid documents